Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The design and construction of an inverter is a fundamental project in the field of electrical engineering. Inverters are devices that convert direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC), enabling the use of various electrical devices that require AC power. This research project focuses on the design and construction of a simple but efficient inverter that can be used in small-scale applications. The project starts with a detailed study of the principles behind inverter operation, including the conversion process from DC to AC and the key components involved. The selection of suitable components is crucial in ensuring the inverter's reliability and performance. The project aims to design an inverter that can produce a stable output voltage with minimal harmonic distortion. The construction phase involves assembling the selected components on a prototyping board or a custom-designed circuit board. Careful attention is paid to the layout and interconnection of components to minimize interference and ensure proper functioning of the inverter. The project also includes the design and implementation of a feedback control system to regulate the output voltage and maintain stability under varying load conditions. Testing and validation are essential steps in the project to verify the inverter's performance and efficiency. Various tests are conducted to evaluate the inverter's output waveform, efficiency, and response to load variations. The results are compared against design specifications to identify any discrepancies and fine-tune the inverter's operation. The project also explores the potential for future improvements and optimizations to enhance the inverter's performance. This includes investigating advanced control techniques, component selection for higher power ratings, and integration of additional features such as overload protection and power factor correction. Overall, the design and construction of an inverter project provide valuable hands-on experience in electrical engineering principles and practical circuit design. By successfully completing this project, students and researchers can gain a deeper understanding of power electronics and renewable energy systems, laying a solid foundation for further studies and professional development in the field.

Thesis Overview

INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

All modern engineering system includes certain aspects of control system at some point in their broadcast scenes, control engineering and the associated theory are concerned with the means of making system to behave in a desired may. The system on this thesis is a DC " AC inverter which is an apparatus used in the conversion of direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC). In our contry today, this equipment is not all that in use not because it is not important but because people never give it a thought as per the construction and design. It is meant for use with a 12volts leadacid battery of it’s in a car for example a suitable output voltage of 240volts AC obtainable.

This output voltage of 240volts AC can be used for powering small electrical appliances such as lights, electrical tools radio, soldering iron, fan etc. However, it is with mentioning that the DC generated with this appliance is nothing comparable to the AC generated by big generation duration. This appliance is therefore suitable for short time replacement for the real AC generation especially in the remote areas and it is install where electrical appliances are sold and the need might arise for it to be tested and certified good. Another main area where this equipment can be of great utility is in communication system. In a situation where there is a constant AC power supply failure example in offices DC " AC inverter is needed and such cases, inverter can be used as a source of light.

Most industries in the country do not make use of DC " AC inverter because the are through to be costly with respect to the task they perform. However, putting into consideration the task, this appliance can perform. It can be concluded that it is cheaper. The construction is simple, cheaper, easy to operate and portable. The usefulness of this device and the function cannot be over emphasized especially now that our country is passage through a very sensitive era in our power generating Authority (NEPA) has been dubbed NEVER EXPECT POWER ALWAYS. In these times when control and monitor of complex field operations have based in computer, a failure of AC, power supply to communication equipment means work stoppage and to some small scale industries a lot of economic and materials losses is avoidable.