Improvement of Commutation Time in Matrix Converter

Matrix Converter is a near ideal static frequency changer which provides solution to the problem of converting ac from one frequency and one magnitude to variable frequency and variable magnitude ac, without any bulky energy storing components like capacitors or inductors. One of the major obstacles towards commercial acceptance of this topology has been the commutation of the bidirectional switches. An attempt has been made here to find a very fast and simple but safe current commutation technique. It has been found that with simple modification of the Input Current Filtering circuit and Diode Clamp circuit; the Stepless current commutation can be achieved giving the fastest, safe and simplest commutation technique without any voltage & current sensors and complex commutation steps. The different aspects of this realization are verified through s imulation in PSPICE and Hardware implementation. The challenges still unresolved are also mentioned.