A 200W MPPT Boost Converter for BIPV Applications with Integrated Controller

The proposed solar power converter realizes boost-type DC-DC conversion with maximum power point tracking (MPPT) and comprises a proposed 1.5mm2 chip and less discrete components. Measured with a commercial solar array simulator (SAS), it achieves high tracking and high conversion efficiencies, which outperforms current state-of-the-arts. This converter can not only be used in stand-alone systems but also in grid-connected systems if it is connected to a DC/AC inverter. Further, it can be applied to household and vehicle products, as well as building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).