Impact Factor (2025): 6.9
DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
DC
microgrids have begun to play a significant role within the broader landscape
of electric distribution systems. Within this context, a novel non-isolated
DC-DC buck-boost converter is introduced in this project. The topology is
developed for unipolar or bipolar DC microgrids. In the case of the topology
that is specially adapted for the bipolar DC microgrid, although the converter
uses only one switch, its output currents depend on the voltage level of the
bipolar DC microgrid. This project presents the design and implementation of a
single switch non-isolated buck-boost converter controlled by an Arduino Uno
for DC microgrid applications. The converter is capable of stepping up or
stepping down a 12V input voltage to a variable output voltage ranging from 0V
to 40V based on user-adjusted PWM duty cycle. The system employs a
potentiometer for manual duty cycle control, an I2C LCD for real-time
monitoring of PWM values, duty cycle percentage, output voltage, and operating
mode (BUCK or BOOST). A voltage divider network using 100kΩ and 15kΩ resistors
scales the output voltage to a safe level for Arduino analog input. The IRFZ44N
MOSFET serves as the switching element, while inductors and filter capacitors
ensure smooth DC output. Its key characteristics include a simplified
topological structure, reduced voltage stress on the switch, and continuous
input current. These are all enabled by the use of a single switch. The developed system demonstrates effective
voltage regulation with visual feedback, making it suitable for low-power DC
microgrid applications such as battery charging, LED lighting, and renewable
energy integration. Experimental results show successful buck and boost
operation with stable output voltage across varying duty cycles, with automatic
mode detection providing intuitive user feedback.
Country : India
IRJIET, Volume 10, Issue 4, April 2026 pp. 287-294