International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS)
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS, ISSN: 2088-8694, a SCOPUS indexed Journal) is the official publication of the Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science (IAES). The scope of the journal includes all issues in the field of Power Electronics and drive systems. Included are techniques for advanced power semiconductor devices, control in power electronics, low and high power converters (inverters, converters, controlled and uncontrolled rectifiers), Control algorithms and techniques applied to power electronics, electromagnetic and thermal performance of electronic power converters and inverters, power quality and utility applications, renewable energy, electric machines, modelling, simulation, analysis, design and implementations of the application of power circuit components (power semiconductors, inductors, high frequency transformers, capacitors), EMI/EMC considerations, power devices and components, sensors, integration and packaging, induction motor drives, synchronous motor drives, permanent magnet motor drives, switched reluctance motor and synchronous reluctance motor drives, ASDs (adjustable speed drives), multi-phase machines and converters, applications in motor drives, electric vehicles, wind energy systems, solar, battery chargers, UPS and hybrid systems and other applications.
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Development of numerical model-based photovoltaic emulator for half-cut cell PV panel with multiple peaks output characteristics curve emulation capability
Lee, Jordan S. Z.;
Koh, Jia Shun;
Tan, Rodney H. G.;
Tan, Nadia M. L.;
Babu, Thanikanti Sudhakar
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp343-358
This study introduces a photovoltaic (PV) emulator focusing on a developed numerical model specifically for half-cut cell PV panels under partial shading conditions (PSCs), addressing a gap in research focused on full-cell models. The emulator uses a DC-DC buck converter and PI control to accurately replicate half-cut cell PV panel characteristics. A cost-effective hardware prototype validated the model's effectiveness in emulating multi-peak PV behavior under dynamic PSCs with up to three peaks and user-defined shading. This flexible and affordable platform enables efficient testing of MPPT algorithms and grid integration for PV systems using increasingly prevalent half-cut cell technology. Simulation results show high accuracy, with MAPE in power as low as 0.175% under uniform irradiance conditions and less than 0.302% under multi-peaks PSCs. Hardware validation confirms reliability with low MAPE in the power of 0.499% under uniform conditions and below 0.614% multi-peak PSCs, demonstrating the developed half-cut cell PV panel numerical model's accuracy in reproducing dynamic shading effects for renewable energy research.
Analysis of different converter topologies for EV applications
Rajanna, Bodapati Venkata;
Krishnaiah, Kondragunta Rama;
Girija, Sakimalla Prabhakar;
Ahammad, Shaik Hasane;
Najumunnisa, Mohammad;
Inthiyaz, Syed;
Eragamreddy, Gouthami;
Ambati, Giriprasad;
Kolukula, Nitalaksheswara Rao
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp518-532
Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining global prominence due to their high efficiency, low noise, and minimal carbon emissions. A critical aspect of EV performance lies in the interaction between energy storage systems (ESS) and power converters. Nonetheless, power delivery from storage units tends to be unreliable and needs strong converter units for effective and stable energy transmission. Several forms of direct current-to-direct current conversion systems used in electric vehicles are thoroughly examined in the paper, including both isolated and non-isolated designs such as those with the cuk, flyback, and push-pull architectures. The paper looks at converter categorization, control methods such as proportional-integral and artificial neural networks, as well as the method of modulation using unipolar and bipolar sinusoidal pulse-width modulation (PWM). Additionally, the role of optimization algorithms in improving converter performance is explored. Simulations were conducted using MATLAB/Simulink to evaluate each topology under varying load and input voltage conditions. The results demonstrate that the Push-Pull converter has the best efficiency for high-power applications, while the Cuk and Flyback converters are best for applications requiring continuous current and low-power, compact designs, respectively. This research offers insights for choosing optimal converter structures to improve energy efficiency and reliability of systems in electric vehicles.
D-STATCOM control for distribution grids with distributed sources based on MMC structure using FCS-MPC algorithm
Phuong, Pham Viet;
Nam, Le Hoai;
Hieu, Pham Chi;
Cuong, Tran Hung
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp425-437
This paper proposes a D-STATCOM structure based on a modular multilevel converter (MMC) with the use of FCS-MPC control method for the purpose of compensating reactive power and stabilizing voltage in the distribution grid. The D-STATCOM is effectively used in cases involving non-sinusoidal and unstable voltages, which often occur in the distribution grid due to the effects of unbalanced nonlinear loads and power injection from renewable energy systems. The proposed structure also has the capability of reactive power compensating flexibility in fault conditions to stabilize the grid voltage. In this paper, a new control strategy, which is based on the combination of an outer PI controller and an inner FCS-MPC controller, was introduced. The outer PI controller is used to reduce static deviations in control values and to provide a reference value for the FCS-MPC controller. The inner FCS-MPC controller calculates the optimal switching state for the purpose of reducing the switching frequency of the MMC. The implementation process begins with the construction of a mathematical model and a control model. Simulations were carried out by MATLAB/Simulink to demonstrate the responsiveness of the control algorithm and the performance of D-STATCOM under the conditions of non-sinusoidal and unstable voltages.
Comparative study of fuel economy and emissions for plug-in hybrid electric Payang Water Taxi on different driving cycles using ADVISOR
Tarmizi, Ahmad Luqmanul Hakim Ahmad;
Jabar, Siti Norbakyah;
Rahman, Salisa Abdul
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp25-36
A new conceptual series-parallel plug-in hybrid vehicle for water transportation, known as the plug-in hybrid electric Payang Water Taxi (PHEPWT), is designed to improve vehicle fuel economy and significantly lower boat emissions. This article aims to analyze the fuel economy and emissions of PHEPWT, which are Hydrocarbons (HC), Carbon Monoxide (CO), and Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), with 6 driving cycles including Pulau Warisan river route, Kuala Terengganu river route, Kampung Laut river route, Seberang Takir river route, Pulau Kapas river route, and Tasik Kenyir river route. The analysis of the PHEPWT model will be compared with the existing powertrain architectures using water drive cycles by using the advanced vehicle simulator (ADVISOR). The results will be expected based on the fuel economy and emissions analysis that will show about 30-50% improvement in driving cycle for each driving cycle, and the fuel economy of the PHEPWT will indicate about 15-20% higher than that of the ADVISOR model. Also, for emission, the PHEPWT and ADVISOR models are based on the result of three-type emission such as HC, CO, and NOx, and show that the PHEPWT model has a lower emission compared to the ADVISOR model.
A novel hybrid PI and adaptive super-twisting sliding mode controller for high-performance integrated speed and flux regulation of IMDs
Le, Duc Thuan;
Pham, Ngoc Thuy
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp414-424
This paper presents a novel hybrid control strategy that integrates a proportional-integral (PI) regulator with an adaptive super-twisting sliding mode controller (ASTA) defined on a nonsingular terminal sliding mode control (NTSMC) surface for high-performance induction motor drives (IMDs). This enhanced hybrid PI-ASTA-NTSMC architecture jointly exploits the steady-state accuracy of PI control and the finite-time robustness of a higher-order sliding mode formulation. The adaptive mechanism of the super-twisting algorithm dynamically adjusts the switching gains according to the instantaneous sliding variable, ensuring consistent performance under time-varying loads and parameter variations. The NTSMC surface guarantees singularity-free finite-time convergence, while the adaptive ASTA law suppresses chattering and enhances disturbance rejection. Simulation results across multiple operating conditions show that the proposed controller significantly outperforms PI and PI-FOSMC schemes. It achieves the fastest transient, reducing settling time to 0.0407 s (39.4% and 31.5% faster than PI and PI-FOSMC), with overshoot lowered to 0.0091 rad/s and ISE/IAE minimized to 0.0035 and 0.0256, confirming its superior tracking precision. Additionally, reductions in the speed and torque RMSE indicate smoother control effort and improved closed-loop performance. The Lyapunov-based analysis confirms global finite-time stability of the overall system. With its enhanced robustness, low sensitivity to sampling noise, and continuous higher-order sliding structure that suppresses chattering, the proposed hybrid PI–ASTA–NTSMC offers a computationally efficient and practically attractive solution for integrated speed–flux control in industrial IM drives.
A novel approach to flexible BTMS for 2-wheeler electric vehicle to avoid fire accidents-an Indian perspective
Mubeen, Mahmooda;
Srinivas, Gangishetti
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp49-57
The Indian electric vehicles market share has significantly increased due to various government initiatives, increased fuel prices, and charging infrastructure. On the contrary, fire accidents of EV’s in India are no rarer due to inappropriate BTMS and its inability to work with different environmental conditions prevailing in India, so it has become one of the major concerns. Two-wheelers, being one of the most used modes of transport, are dominating the Indian roads; it well deserves an innovative BTMS that suits local environmental conditions for preventing thermal runaways and maintaining better performance of the battery. As we get to see diverse environmental conditions at different parts of India, it will be good if we can develop flexible BTMS. Major challenges being faced in the development of suitable BTMS are space and cost constraints. This paper focuses on the development of BTMS for electric two-wheelers, suitable for various environmental conditions, which fits in the available space with low additional cost. It also provides flexibility to drop or add some of the features based on one’s operational requirements or environmental conditions prevailing at the place of operation, which can be as easy as one can drop or choosing to have fog lamps, speakers, camera, and sunroof depending upon their requirement and budget.
Modified firefly-optimized PI controller for BLDC motor performance under New European Driving Cycle conditions
Bhattacharya, Dibyadeep;
Gandhi, Raja;
Kumar, Chandan;
Sherpa, Karma Sonam;
Roy, Rakesh
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp140-154
This paper presents the application of a modified firefly algorithm (MFA) for tuning the proportional-integral (PI) speed controller of a brushless direct current (BLDC) motor drive, targeting improved overall dynamic performance of the motor drive system for electric vehicle (EV) applications. The controller’s effectiveness is evaluated under two variants of the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) to replicate real-world driving scenarios. To validate the effectiveness of the proposed approach, a comparative study is carried out with two widely used optimization techniques, such as the standard firefly algorithm (FA) and particle swarm optimization (PSO). Comparative analysis reveals that the MFA-tuned controller delivers superior speed tracking accuracy, with significantly reduced speed error, speed ripple, and copper losses, when compared to controllers optimized using the standard firefly algorithm (FA) and particle swarm optimization (PSO). These improvements enhance both the energy efficiency and operational stability of the motor drive. Furthermore, the result of the experiment shows that the proposed controller demonstrates strong adaptability under varying load and speed conditions, positioning it as a robust solution for both electric vehicles and industrial motor control applications.
High voltage asymmetric converter for electrostatic particle accelerators
Fanego, Diego Alberto;
Sandini, Orlando Silvio;
Tacca, Hernan Emilio;
Kreiner, Andres Juan
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp553-571
This work presents several topologies of asymmetric high voltage converters for electrostatic particle accelerators. The options are compared on the basis of their transfer functions and the magnetic components required, and the most suitable for the intended purpose is selected. Simulations and measurement results of the prototype, which has symmetrical voltage output and soft switching in the main transistor, are presented. The prototype built features output voltages of 10 kVand-10 kV, the converter uses a single common command ground for the transistors simplifying its drivers, and also by means of the presented snubber circuit it recovers energy during soft switching.
Optimizing battery safety and performance: Hardware implementation and simulation analysis of protective measures, SoC Measurement, and cell balancing in BMS
Singh, Atul Kumar;
Boopathy, C. P.
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp383-393
This paper presents a dual-platform validation of a compact battery management system (BMS) combining an Arduino-based hardware prototype and a MATLAB/Simulink model for cross-validation. The hardware implements over-voltage, over-current, and over-temperature protections, state of charge (SOC) estimation using open-circuit voltage (OCV) and coulomb counting (CC), and both passive and active balancing. Experimental results show that SOC accuracy remains within ±2%, active balancing achieves 57% higher energy efficiency and 37% faster convergence than passive balancing, and thermal rise is limited to <5 °C. Limitations include fixed protection thresholds and the absence of physical validation of long-term aging effects. The dual-platform approach allows cross-validation of hardware and simulation, benchmarking SOC estimation methods, and quantifying energy and thermal trade-offs between balancing strategies. This approach offers a low-cost and reproducible validation pathway for EV-oriented BMS design.
A three isolated port DC/DC converter for an energy storage system for renewable energy applications
Ahmeti, Faruk;
Arnaudov, Dimitar;
Osmanaj, Sabrije
International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) Vol 17, No 1: March 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijpeds.v17.i1.pp533-552
The use of renewable energy sources like solar photovoltaic, wind, and fuel cells is gaining popularity due to growing environmental awareness, technological advancements, and declining production costs. Power electronic converters are usually used to convert the power from renewable sources to match the load demand and grid requirements. Among these, DC–DC converters are essential for improving system functionality and power density, especially in low-voltage renewable systems that require high voltage gain. This paper presents a systematic evaluation of five advanced DC-DC converter topologies: multi-port DC, boost multiport interleaved step-up, isolated bidirectional, voltage/current fed, and general resonant focusing on their structural complexity, component count, and potential application scenarios. In addition, a novel high-gain three-port resonant A DC-DC converter is proposed, incorporating galvanic isolation via a three-winding high-frequency transformer. The converter adopts a half-bridge resonant inverter and rectifier-based load port, resulting in a compact and cost-effective solution. A detailed analysis of the converter's operation, design considerations, and control strategy is conducted using PLECS simulation. Furthermore, an experimental setup is developed to validate the converter’s practical feasibility. The setup schematic and comprehensive comparative tables are included to support the evaluation and highlight the proposed design’s capabilities.