Tunneling diodes hold significant promise for future rectification in the terahertz(THz)and visible light spectra,thanks to their femtosecond-scale transit-time tunneling capabilities.In this work,TiN/ZnO/Pt fin tunne...Tunneling diodes hold significant promise for future rectification in the terahertz(THz)and visible light spectra,thanks to their femtosecond-scale transit-time tunneling capabilities.In this work,TiN/ZnO/Pt fin tunneling diodes(FTDs)with tunneling distances of 10 and 5 nm are fabricated,which demonstrate remarkable characteristics,including ultrahigh asymmetry(1.6×10^(4)for 10 nm device and 1.6×10^(3) for 5 nm device),high responsivity(25.3 V^(-1) for 10 nm device and 28.3 V^(-1) for 5 nm device)at zero bias,surpassing the thermal voltage limit of conventional Schottky diodes,and low turn-on voltage(V_(on))of approximately 100 mV for both devices,making them ideal for power conversion applications.Using technology computer-aided design(TCAD)simulations,the observed asymmetry in electronic transport is attributed to the transition between Fowler-Nordheim tunneling(FNT)and trap-assisted tunneling(TAT)under different biasing conditions,as illustrated by the corresponding energy band profiles.Furthermore,by integrating the FTDs,a rectifier bridge circuit is designed and exhibits full-wave rectification behavior,validated through SPICE simulations for THz-band operations.This advancement offers a highly efficient solution for THz-band energy conversion and effective detection applications.展开更多
This paper presents a frequency support strategy for the diode rectifier unit(DRU)-high-voltage direct current(HVDC)-based offshore wind power integration system,which coordinates multiple power sources without commun...This paper presents a frequency support strategy for the diode rectifier unit(DRU)-high-voltage direct current(HVDC)-based offshore wind power integration system,which coordinates multiple power sources without communication to reduce receiving grid frequency fluctuations.First,based on the deduced DRU's frequency transfer characteristic,a fine-designed ripple carrying frequency information is superimposed on the HVDC link,transferring the onshore frequency to offshore wind turbines(WTs)via the DC ripple and coupled AC harmonic without communication.Second,multiple power sources are utilized for frequency support,including HVDC capacitance and grid-forming WTs combined with energy storage systems,and appropriate sources are activated in the order specified by the designed thresholds.Finally,the effectiveness of the proposed frequency support strategy is verified by simulations in PSCAD/EMTDC.展开更多
A monolithic integrated full-wave bridge rectifier consisted of horizontal Schottky-barrier diodes(SBD)is prepared based on 100 nm ultra-thin β-Ga_(2)O_(3)and demonstrated the solar-blind UV(SUV)light-modulated chara...A monolithic integrated full-wave bridge rectifier consisted of horizontal Schottky-barrier diodes(SBD)is prepared based on 100 nm ultra-thin β-Ga_(2)O_(3)and demonstrated the solar-blind UV(SUV)light-modulated characteristics.Under SUV light illumination,the rectifier has the excellent full-wave rectification characteristics for the AC input signals of 5,12,and 24 V with different frequencies.Further,experimental results confirmed the feasibility of continuously tuning the rectified output through SUV light-encoding.This work provides valuable insights for the development of optically programmable Ga_(2)O_(3)ACDC converters.展开更多
将二极管整流单元(diode rectifier unit,DRU)与模块化多电平变换器(modular multilevel converter,MMC)背靠背连接组成交-交变流器并应用于低频交流(low frequency alternative current,LFAC)输电系统中,是降低海上风电送出成本的重要...将二极管整流单元(diode rectifier unit,DRU)与模块化多电平变换器(modular multilevel converter,MMC)背靠背连接组成交-交变流器并应用于低频交流(low frequency alternative current,LFAC)输电系统中,是降低海上风电送出成本的重要技术路线之一。针对该系统中谐波含量过高的问题,提出了一种低成本谐波抑制方法。首先,对DRU-LFAC系统的谐波特性进行了分析,并在此基础上提出一种新型交流侧电流谐波抑制策略。所提策略通过在正负极直流线路中注入特定的电流谐波以实现对交流侧电流谐波的抑制。同时,直流侧谐波电流的通路由双极性背靠背DRU-MMC的中性线提供。随后,对所提策略产生的额外运行损耗进行了定量计算,并与常规滤波方法进行了经济性对比分析;最后,通过PSCAD/EMTDC仿真和远宽StarSim控制器硬件在环实验验证了所提谐波抑制策略的有效性。研究结果表明:所提策略相较于常规滤波方法在海上风电工程的整个生命周期内能降低约70%的滤波成本,且能够有效降低系统交流侧电流的总谐波失真(total harmonic distortion,THD)。展开更多
This paper proposes a double epi-layers 4H-SiC junction barrier Schottky rectifier （JBSR） with embedded P layer （EPL） in the drift region. The structure is characterized by the P-type layer formed in the n-type dr...This paper proposes a double epi-layers 4H-SiC junction barrier Schottky rectifier （JBSR） with embedded P layer （EPL） in the drift region. The structure is characterized by the P-type layer formed in the n-type drift layer by epitaxial overgrowth process. The electric field and potential distribution are changed due to the buried P-layer, resulting in a high breakdown voltage （BV） and low specific on-resistance （Ron,sp）. The influences of device parameters, such as the depth of the embedded P＋ regions, the space between them and the doping concentration of the drift region, etc., on BV and Ron,sp are investigated by simulations, which provides a particularly useful guideline for the optimal design of the device. The results indicate that BV is increased by 48.5% and Baliga＇s figure of merit （BFOM） is increased by 67.9% compared to a conventional 4H-SiC JBSR.展开更多
This paper presents a cascode configuration synchronous rectifier device based on silicon MOSFET and Schottky diode,which can replace traditional power diode directly.This structure has self-driven ability with simple...This paper presents a cascode configuration synchronous rectifier device based on silicon MOSFET and Schottky diode,which can replace traditional power diode directly.This structure has self-driven ability with simple external circuit,and the conduction characteristic is preferable to a power diode.Static characterization and switching behavior analysis of proposed structure are conducted in this paper.The switching process is illustrated in detail using real model which considers the parasitic inductances and the nonlinearity of junction capacitors.The real time internal voltage and current value during switching transition are deduced with the equivalent circuit.To validate the analysis,two voltage specification rectifiers are built.Finally,double-pulse test results and the practical design example verify the performance advantages of proposed structure.展开更多
The Vienna rectifier is a widely adopted solution for high-power rectification due to its efficiency and straightforward design.However,its performance can degrade under unbalanced three phase voltage conditions,leadi...The Vienna rectifier is a widely adopted solution for high-power rectification due to its efficiency and straightforward design.However,its performance can degrade under unbalanced three phase voltage conditions,leading to current zero-crossing distortion and compromised dynamic response.This paper investigates the causes of these distortions,identifying a phase shift between the input current and the grid voltage as a primary factor,and proposes an effective distortion phase identification strategy.Furthermore,the dynamic performance is enhanced through improved current reference calculations and a refined power feedforward strategy.This approach optimizes the system's response to load changes and maintains output voltage stability under unbalanced conditions.Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the proposed methods in reducing current distortion and improving overall performance.展开更多
In this study,Computational Fluid Dynamics(CFD)together with a component transport model are exploited to investigate the influence of dimensionless parameters,involving the height of the rectifier grid and the instal...In this study,Computational Fluid Dynamics(CFD)together with a component transport model are exploited to investigate the influence of dimensionless parameters,involving the height of the rectifier grid and the installation height of the first catalyst layer,on the flow field and the overall denitration efficiency of a cement kiln’s SCR(Selective catalytic reduction)denitrification reactor.It is shown that accurate numerical results can be obtained by fitting the particle size distribution function to the actual cement kiln fly ash and implementing a non-uniform particle inlet boundary condition.The relative error between denitration efficiency derived from experimental data,numerical simulation,and real-time system pressure drop ranges from 4%to 9%.Optimization of the SCR reactor is achieved when the rectifier grid thickness ratio k/H≥0.030,the rectifier grid height ratio h/H=0.04,and the spacing between the rectifier grid and the first catalyst layer l/H=0.10.Under these conditions,airflow distribution and particle dispersion upstream of the catalyst result in increased denitration efficiencies of 3.21%,3.43%,and 3.27%,respectively,compared to the least favorable operating conditions.展开更多
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFA1410700,2021YFA1200700)National Natural Science Foundation of China(62474065,T2222025,62174053)+3 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(CSTB2024NSCQ-JQX0005)Shanghai Science and Technology Innovation Action Plan(24QA2702300,24YF2710400)National Postdoctoral Program(GZB20240225)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
文摘Tunneling diodes hold significant promise for future rectification in the terahertz(THz)and visible light spectra,thanks to their femtosecond-scale transit-time tunneling capabilities.In this work,TiN/ZnO/Pt fin tunneling diodes(FTDs)with tunneling distances of 10 and 5 nm are fabricated,which demonstrate remarkable characteristics,including ultrahigh asymmetry(1.6×10^(4)for 10 nm device and 1.6×10^(3) for 5 nm device),high responsivity(25.3 V^(-1) for 10 nm device and 28.3 V^(-1) for 5 nm device)at zero bias,surpassing the thermal voltage limit of conventional Schottky diodes,and low turn-on voltage(V_(on))of approximately 100 mV for both devices,making them ideal for power conversion applications.Using technology computer-aided design(TCAD)simulations,the observed asymmetry in electronic transport is attributed to the transition between Fowler-Nordheim tunneling(FNT)and trap-assisted tunneling(TAT)under different biasing conditions,as illustrated by the corresponding energy band profiles.Furthermore,by integrating the FTDs,a rectifier bridge circuit is designed and exhibits full-wave rectification behavior,validated through SPICE simulations for THz-band operations.This advancement offers a highly efficient solution for THz-band energy conversion and effective detection applications.
基金supported by the State Grid Corporation of China Science and Technology Project(No.5500-202319103A-1-1-ZN).
文摘This paper presents a frequency support strategy for the diode rectifier unit(DRU)-high-voltage direct current(HVDC)-based offshore wind power integration system,which coordinates multiple power sources without communication to reduce receiving grid frequency fluctuations.First,based on the deduced DRU's frequency transfer characteristic,a fine-designed ripple carrying frequency information is superimposed on the HVDC link,transferring the onshore frequency to offshore wind turbines(WTs)via the DC ripple and coupled AC harmonic without communication.Second,multiple power sources are utilized for frequency support,including HVDC capacitance and grid-forming WTs combined with energy storage systems,and appropriate sources are activated in the order specified by the designed thresholds.Finally,the effectiveness of the proposed frequency support strategy is verified by simulations in PSCAD/EMTDC.
基金supported by Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi Province of China(Grant No.2023JCYB574)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62204203)。
文摘A monolithic integrated full-wave bridge rectifier consisted of horizontal Schottky-barrier diodes(SBD)is prepared based on 100 nm ultra-thin β-Ga_(2)O_(3)and demonstrated the solar-blind UV(SUV)light-modulated characteristics.Under SUV light illumination,the rectifier has the excellent full-wave rectification characteristics for the AC input signals of 5,12,and 24 V with different frequencies.Further,experimental results confirmed the feasibility of continuously tuning the rectified output through SUV light-encoding.This work provides valuable insights for the development of optically programmable Ga_(2)O_(3)ACDC converters.
文摘将二极管整流单元(diode rectifier unit,DRU)与模块化多电平变换器(modular multilevel converter,MMC)背靠背连接组成交-交变流器并应用于低频交流(low frequency alternative current,LFAC)输电系统中,是降低海上风电送出成本的重要技术路线之一。针对该系统中谐波含量过高的问题,提出了一种低成本谐波抑制方法。首先,对DRU-LFAC系统的谐波特性进行了分析,并在此基础上提出一种新型交流侧电流谐波抑制策略。所提策略通过在正负极直流线路中注入特定的电流谐波以实现对交流侧电流谐波的抑制。同时,直流侧谐波电流的通路由双极性背靠背DRU-MMC的中性线提供。随后,对所提策略产生的额外运行损耗进行了定量计算,并与常规滤波方法进行了经济性对比分析;最后,通过PSCAD/EMTDC仿真和远宽StarSim控制器硬件在环实验验证了所提谐波抑制策略的有效性。研究结果表明:所提策略相较于常规滤波方法在海上风电工程的整个生命周期内能降低约70%的滤波成本,且能够有效降低系统交流侧电流的总谐波失真(total harmonic distortion,THD)。
基金Project supported by the 13115 Innovation Engineering of Shaanxi Province of China(Grant No.2008ZDKG-30)
文摘This paper proposes a double epi-layers 4H-SiC junction barrier Schottky rectifier （JBSR） with embedded P layer （EPL） in the drift region. The structure is characterized by the P-type layer formed in the n-type drift layer by epitaxial overgrowth process. The electric field and potential distribution are changed due to the buried P-layer, resulting in a high breakdown voltage （BV） and low specific on-resistance （Ron,sp）. The influences of device parameters, such as the depth of the embedded P＋ regions, the space between them and the doping concentration of the drift region, etc., on BV and Ron,sp are investigated by simulations, which provides a particularly useful guideline for the optimal design of the device. The results indicate that BV is increased by 48.5% and Baliga＇s figure of merit （BFOM） is increased by 67.9% compared to a conventional 4H-SiC JBSR.
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.51777093)
文摘This paper presents a cascode configuration synchronous rectifier device based on silicon MOSFET and Schottky diode,which can replace traditional power diode directly.This structure has self-driven ability with simple external circuit,and the conduction characteristic is preferable to a power diode.Static characterization and switching behavior analysis of proposed structure are conducted in this paper.The switching process is illustrated in detail using real model which considers the parasitic inductances and the nonlinearity of junction capacitors.The real time internal voltage and current value during switching transition are deduced with the equivalent circuit.To validate the analysis,two voltage specification rectifiers are built.Finally,double-pulse test results and the practical design example verify the performance advantages of proposed structure.
文摘The Vienna rectifier is a widely adopted solution for high-power rectification due to its efficiency and straightforward design.However,its performance can degrade under unbalanced three phase voltage conditions,leading to current zero-crossing distortion and compromised dynamic response.This paper investigates the causes of these distortions,identifying a phase shift between the input current and the grid voltage as a primary factor,and proposes an effective distortion phase identification strategy.Furthermore,the dynamic performance is enhanced through improved current reference calculations and a refined power feedforward strategy.This approach optimizes the system's response to load changes and maintains output voltage stability under unbalanced conditions.Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the proposed methods in reducing current distortion and improving overall performance.
基金Anhui Province Key Research and Development Plan of the Ecological Environment Project(No.202104i07020016).
文摘In this study,Computational Fluid Dynamics(CFD)together with a component transport model are exploited to investigate the influence of dimensionless parameters,involving the height of the rectifier grid and the installation height of the first catalyst layer,on the flow field and the overall denitration efficiency of a cement kiln’s SCR(Selective catalytic reduction)denitrification reactor.It is shown that accurate numerical results can be obtained by fitting the particle size distribution function to the actual cement kiln fly ash and implementing a non-uniform particle inlet boundary condition.The relative error between denitration efficiency derived from experimental data,numerical simulation,and real-time system pressure drop ranges from 4%to 9%.Optimization of the SCR reactor is achieved when the rectifier grid thickness ratio k/H≥0.030,the rectifier grid height ratio h/H=0.04,and the spacing between the rectifier grid and the first catalyst layer l/H=0.10.Under these conditions,airflow distribution and particle dispersion upstream of the catalyst result in increased denitration efficiencies of 3.21%,3.43%,and 3.27%,respectively,compared to the least favorable operating conditions.
