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Matrix Converter Controls and Hardware Development for AC-to-AC Distribution
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Description
Design and develop a high efficiency, high reliability, and high-power density matrix converter (MC) for integrating high-power 3-phase AC space, lunar, and Martian power grids
Benefits
Provide a solution for connecting variable frequency and voltage sources, such as Brayton rotating unit (BRU) power generators, to fixed voltage power grids and a direct 3-phase to 3-phase power converter that has high reliability in a modular, serviceable form factor
Details
| Technology area | Aerospace Power and Energy Storage > Power Management and Distribution > Electrical Power Conversion and Regulation |
| Program | Center Innovation Fund: GRC CIF (GRC CIF) |
| Lead organization | Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH |
| Start date | 2025-10-01 |
| End date | 2026-09-30 |
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