Improving Rural Microgrid Performance with SiC MOSFET-Based Three-Phase Inverters

Microgrids represent a fundamental solution for the electrification of rural communities, providing clean energy through renewable resources. This article explores the importance of integrating SiC MOSFET based three-phase inverters. These new generation transistors are known for their good electrical and thermal characteristics, guaranteeing significant advantages in terms of energy efficiency, thermal management, and operational reliability, making them ideal for high-power and high-frequency applications. The research focuses on the design, analysis, and future modeling of a three-phase inverter, whose results demonstrate an improvement in its performance with a significant reduction in losses compared to those that would occur with the use of a traditional silicon transistor. Furthermore, a suggestion is made on the possible construction of a thermal model, which would allow the simulation of the inverter for the optimization of the entire microgrid. The results highlight how the use of SiC MOSFETs can improve the performance of microgrids, supporting the electrification of rural areas with sustainable energy solutions.