An approach to achieve ride-through of an adjustable-speed drive with flyback converter modules powered by super capacitors

Adjustable-speed drives under short-term power interruptions can interrupt a critical process. In this paper, an approach to provide ride-through with flyback converter modules powered by super capacitors is explored. The proposed approach is modular and facilitates additional modules to be added to suit higher voltage/power ratings. Both unidirectional and bidirectional flyback DC/DC converter topologies are examined. Simulation and experimental results are presented.