, 2008). Objectives of Research and Investigation

The primary objective of the proposed research is to develop a prototype of a bidirectional converter for use in residential grid-connected PV systems that incorporates SPMC technology. As part of this primary objective, a secondary objective is to design and implement control strategies to regulate a smooth bidirectional flow of power, controlling the system in an efficient and productive manner. Finally, in order to demonstrate success in the first two objectives, the research will ultimately aim to connecting the prototype to a residential PV system in order to validate and demonstrate the functionality and control capabilities of the device.

Research Methods

In keeping with previous research, progress will move from diagramming based on current knowledge and calculations through the development of a series of physical experimental models devices (Shiji et al., 2003; Zhang, 2008; Hamzah et al., 2006). Simulation of the prototype circuit using Mathlab/Simulink...

The prototype will be developed using DSP as a controller, and finally the physical field tests of the constructed prototype will be conducted and the results compared to those of the simulation. Regardless of the prototype outcome, the knowledge gained through these research methods will be of value to the field.
References

Hamzah, M., Noor, S. & Shukor, S. (2006). A New Single-PhaseInverterusingSingle-Phase MatrixConverterTopology. First International Power and Energy Conference Nov. 28-29: 459-64.

Shiji, H., Harada, K., Ishihara, Y., Todaka, T. & Alzamora, G. (2003). Zero-Voltage-Switching Bidirectional Converter for PV Systems. IEICE/IEEE Intelec Oct. 19-23: 14-9.

Zhang, J. (2008). Bidirectional DC-DC Power Converter Design Optimization, Modeling and Control. Virginia Polytechnic Institute [dissertation].