This paper describes the design, construction and testing of a 10kVA three-phase to three-phase Matrix Converter induction motor drive. The converter has been built using discrete 65Amp MOS Controlled Thyristors (MCTs), although the techniques applied could be used with most power semiconductor switching device. The commutation time has been minimized to avoid an unnecessary waveform distortion, this is particularly important at low frequencies. This minimization gives the Matrix Converter superior waveform quality in comparison to a conventional inverter. The commutation time minimization has been demonstrated using the MCT Matrix Converter with a 12 HP induction motor load, results are presented.
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