Field Programmable Gate Array Control of Power Systems in Graduate Student Laboratories
Abstract
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) continuously develops new design and education resources for students. One area of focus for students in the Power Electronics curriculum track is the development of a design center that explores Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) control of power electronics. Utilizing Mathworks(trademark) and XILINX(trademark) software to interface the FPGA with power converters, students gain experience with digital design, simulation, and hardware testing. This thesis focuses on the design, implementation and testing of a Student Design Center (SDC) employing an FPGA based digital controller. This thesis especially concentrates on the hardware interface between the FPGA and the power electronics and the development of laboratory procedures for students utilizing the design center.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA479877
Entities
People
- Joseph E. O'connor
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School