Power Converters Flashcards

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AC to DC converter

A

rectifier

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2
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DC to AC converter

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inverter

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3
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What are power electronic converters?

A

Processing and controlling the flow of electrical energy in order to supply voltages and currents in a form that optimally suited for end user’s requirements.

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4
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Thyristor

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A four-layer semiconductor device, consisting of alternating P-type and N-type materials (PNPN)

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5
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Rectifier

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6
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Inverter

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Takes direct current and convert it to an alternating current of the desired voltage and frequency.

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