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NASA NTRS · 19880000400

Integrated Inverter And Battery Charger

Abstract

Circuit combines functions of dc-to-ac inversion (for driving ac motor in battery-powered vehicle) and ac-to-dc conversion (for charging battery from ac line when vehicle not in use). Automatically adapts to either mode. Design of integrated inverter/charger eliminates need for duplicate components, saves space, reduces weight and cost of vehicle. Advantages in other applications : load-leveling systems, standby ac power systems, and uninterruptible power supplies.

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Rippel, Wally E.. 1988-09-01. Integrated Inverter And Battery Charger. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19880000400

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