Real-Time Simulation of Power Electronic Systems and Devices

This chapter examines various aspects related to the real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation of power electronic systems and devices. It presents state-of-the-art solutions currently in use in industrial practice in terms of computational engines, solvers and HIL interface requirements. The chapter treats various techniques used to improve the effectiveness of fixed-step solvers in the real-time simulation of switching networks. A presentation of real-world applications concludes the chapter to give the reader a solid grasp on reality about the real-time simulation of power electronic systems and devices.

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