Solid-State Transformer-Based DC Power Distribution Network for Shipboard Applications

Abdelrahman Ismail, Mahmoud S. Abdel-Majeed, Mohamed Y. Metwly, Ayman S. Abdel-Khalik*, Mostafa S. Hamad, Shehab Ahmed, Eman Hamdan, Noha A. Elmalhy

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Abstract

Due to simplicity, efficiency, and the ability to accommodate energy storage devices, DC distribution networks have been seen as an optimal alternative to AC distribution networks, especially aboard future electric ships. The emerging distribution DC system entails new control and management techniques. Therefore, an integrated DC power distribution network aboard an electric ship is selected as the case study in this paper. To meet the requirements of such a large-scale mobile power system, a multiport solid-state transformer (SST) based on silicon carbide (SiC) switches/MOSFETs is proposed. Thus, the system embodiment can significantly be reduced. Moreover, at the DC distribution level, a high penetration of renewable generation with energy storage is allowed and a six-phase asymmetrical induction machine (IM) can directly be integrated. Simulations have been conducted based on a 2 MW shipboard distribution network. The effects of the propulsion system dynamics on the SST are highlighted as well. Finally, a 2 kW lab-scale prototype has been implemented to validate the theoretical findings.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number2001
JournalApplied Sciences (Switzerland)
Volume12
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 1 2022

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Keywords

  • DC distribution network
  • Electric ship
  • Marine technology
  • Solid-state transformer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Materials Science
  • Instrumentation
  • General Engineering
  • Process Chemistry and Technology
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes

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