The design of sliding mode control schemes for quantum resonant converters
is introduced by means of two different approaches. First, an easy-to-use p
rocedure for devising nonlinear control structures is established, using Ly
apunov's well-known stability criteria, Second, an alternative method that
provides linear sliding surfaces is also developed, Considering reaching, e
xistence, and stability conditions. The application of both control design
techniques is illustrated in detail by means of three selected examples. Th
e advantages and drawbacks of the resulting control circuits are examined.
Simulation and experimental results corroborate the expected features of th
e close-loop quantum converters.