High Frequency Bi-Directional Converter

The applicant will develop a bi-directional converter that links ac and dc buses, and provides galvanic isolation with a high frequency transformer. The proposal exploits the best topology and approach to modularization identified in previous work carried out for ONR at Arizona State University. Key people at Arizona State University are on the proposed team. The dc-to-dc portion of the converter is symmetical and uses extraordinarily high frequency due to soft switching. Ultimately, the approach will be implemented entirely with silicon carbide power devices, which the applicant has been using in a variety of other applications.