Soft Commutation

The technique of soft commutation makes it possible to reduce both the stress on power electronic switches and the energy loss. This allows higher switching frequencies and reduces harmonic pollution of the supply or output. The author provides an introduction to the topic, making use of the concept of duality to explain the principles of the technique and to place it in context in the field of power electronics. Practical examples are included to assist the reader in applying the method. The book should be of interest to engineers and graduate students involved in power electronics.