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Volume 13 | Issue 4 | Year 2026 | Article Id. IJEEE-V13I4P106 | DOI : https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V13I4P106

Analysis of DC-DC Converters for Induction Heating Application

B. Harshini, Naga Swetha. B, N. Krishna Kumari

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12 Jan 2026 22 Feb 2026 22 Mar 2026 30 Apr 2026

Citation :

B. Harshini, Naga Swetha. B, N. Krishna Kumari, "Analysis of DC-DC Converters for Induction Heating Application," International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 77-96, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V13I4P106

Abstract

Nowadays, power converters are becoming crucial in the usage of renewable energy sources. In this paper, three diverse DC-DC converters have been discussed, which provide high gain with fewer components and are economical. Using MATLAB/Simulink, these three different topologies have been compared in terms of gain and Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) using various sources of energy. The topologies are incorporated with only one switch the losses can be reduced. The findings indicate that DC-DC Converters with an input voltage of 48V are thought to attain up to a gain of about 10 when compared with other topologies. With this, numerous high-gain DC-DC converters are being extended to induction heating applications. Furthermore, THD of 0.5% or less is guaranteed by the recommended topology. And also, these DC-DC Converters are mostly utilized in Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Additionally, their small size, controllability, and increased efficiency make them appropriate for integration with high-frequency inverters, smart home energy interfaces, and microgrid systems that rely on renewable energy sources. According to simulation results, the converter's dynamic performance and stability make it dependable for use in both residential and commercial energy applications. They are appropriate for grid-connected applications and next-generation smart energy systems due to their straightforward control mechanism, scalability, and excellent performance under dynamic load conditions.

Keywords

DC-DC Converters, Induction Heating (IH), Non-Isolated, Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), Voltage Gain.

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