Current Control for High-Dynamic High-Power Multiphase Buck Converters

Abstract

When it comes to high-power current sources, multiphase buck converters become an attractive alternative to deliver high currents. However, large variations in current reference or load voltage lead to disturbances that require high dynamics in the transitory response of current control. This letter presents a current control for high-dynamic, high-power multiphase buck converters. The control proposed is based on the synchronization of zero-crossing current ripples with a time reference pattern. This control forces a correct interleaving and is capable of responding, with a reduced transitory time, to major changes in current reference and load voltage. Experimental results validate the proposal.