Abstract

This paper is concerned on implementation of Single Phase Matrix Converter (SPMC) as a direct AC- AC converter subjected to passive load conditions. In this paper, the switching spikes that could develop due to the presence of inductive load can be eliminated by providing a current path. The output voltage is synthesized using well-known sinusoidal pulse width modulation (SPWM) technique. The SPMC circuit requires four bidirectional switches which are capable of blocking both forward and reverse voltage, conducting current in both the directions. The feasibility of proposed topology is verified by using MATLAB SIMULINK and the results of the study are presented.