Design and Performance Analysis of a Smart Fast-Charging System for Electric Vehicles with Grid Interaction Control
Author(s):Rahul Dev Varshney, Megha Elizabeth Thomas
Affiliation: Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Shantiniketan College of Engineering and Technology, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
Page No: 33-36
Volume issue & Publishing Year: Volume 3, Issue 2, 2026-02-20
Journal: International Journal of Advanced Engineering Application (IJAEA)
ISSN NO: 3048-6807
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18708328
Abstract:
The rapid adoption of electric vehicles has created increasing demand for reliable, efficient, and grid-compatible fast-charging infrastructure. Conventional charging systems often introduce power quality issues, voltage fluctuations, and harmonic distortion in distribution networks. Smart fast-charging systems with grid interaction control mechanisms can mitigate these challenges by regulating power flow and maintaining system stability. This study presents the design, modeling, and performance evaluation of a smart DC fast-charging system integrated with grid-side power quality control. The proposed system incorporates a bidirectional converter, power factor correction, and adaptive control strategies to manage charging demand and minimize grid disturbances. Analytical modeling and simulation-based performance evaluation were conducted to assess voltage regulation, harmonic distortion, efficiency, and load balancing characteristics. The results demonstrate improved grid compatibility and charging efficiency compared to conventional fast-charging systems.
Keywords: Electric Vehicles, Fast Charging, Power Quality, Grid Integration, Bidirectional Converter
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