Comparative Analysis of Bipolar and Unipolar SPWM Techniques in PIC-Based Pure Sine Wave Single-Phase Inverters
Received: 27 February 2024 | Revised: 15 March 2024 and 19 March 2024 | Accepted: 3 April 2024 | Online: 20 April 2024
Corresponding author: Habib Kraiem
Abstract
This paper provides a comparative analysis of bipolar versus unipolar Sinusoidal Pulse Width Modulation (SPWM) in DC-AC inverters, focusing on Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) across modulation indices and the latter’s effects on the R-L loads. Using the PIC18F2431 microcontroller for its efficiency, a single-phase inverter accomplished to deliver a high-fidelity sine wave. This study discovered that while both SPWM methods reduce harmonics, the unipolar approach yields more uniform THD reduction and superior performance, particularly noticeable in RL load conditions, where minimal harmonic distortion is crucial. The bipolar inverter, despite a higher initial THD, shows a considerable improvement at higher indices, significantly enhanced by an LC low-pass filter. This filter is a key component in achieving sub-1% THD levels at full modulation, ensuring optimal sine wave quality. The findings highlight the operational differences between the SPWM techniques and the importance of the LC filters in ameliorating the inverter output for various power applications.
Keywords:
Single Phase Inverter, Bipolar SPWM, Unipolar SPWM, THD, PIC18F2431Downloads
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