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Current Source Inverter (CSI) Power Converters in Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Performance, Control, and Integration

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  • Fabrizio Marignetti

    (Department of Engineering, University of Cassino and South Lazio, 03043 Cassino, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Roberto Luigi Di Stefano

    (Department of Engineering, University of Cassino and South Lazio, 03043 Cassino, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Guido Rubino

    (Department of Astronautical, Electrical and Energy Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome, 00184 Rome, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Roberto Giacomobono

    (Department of Engineering, University of Cassino and South Lazio, 03043 Cassino, Italy
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

Abstract

Grid converters play a central role in renewable energy conversion. Among all inverter topologies, the current source inverter (CSI) provides many advantages and is, therefore, the focus of ongoing research. This review demonstrates how CSIs can play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless conversion of solar-generated energy with the electricity grid, thereby facilitating stable and reliable integration. This study extensively investigates various categories of single-stage CSI photovoltaic inverters, categorizing them into two-level, three-level, and multi-level architectures. Furthermore, these inverters are classified based on construction attributes, power factor, and total harmonic distortion values to assess their compliance with the standards, such as IEEE 1547 and IEC 61727. This review also delves into diverse control strategies for seamless grid integration. This comprehensive assessment serves as a resource for researchers in the field, enabling them to effectively choose the most suitable CSI for their specific applications. Additionally, it offers a quick reference point to steer research endeavors toward refining the integration of CSIs within photovoltaic systems.

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  • Fabrizio Marignetti & Roberto Luigi Di Stefano & Guido Rubino & Roberto Giacomobono, 2023. "Current Source Inverter (CSI) Power Converters in Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Performance, Control, and Integration," Energies, MDPI, vol. 16(21), pages 1-30, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:16:y:2023:i:21:p:7319-:d:1269607
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