Reactive Power Control Using a Model-Based Predictive Control Strategy Applied to an Indirect Matrix Converter

Reactive power is often an issue of concern for the operation of alternating current (AC) electrical power systems. This work aims to apply a model-based predictive control (MPC) to an indirect matrix converter (IMC) to improve the power factor at the input of a converter whilst still having full control of the output current or voltage. Simulation results from a Matlab/Simulink model are presented. The objective is to compare the control performance of the IMC without input reactive power control and with reactive power minimization.