Simulation of a Miniature SEPIC Converter with PI Controller for Thermoelectric Generator Module

Abstract

This paper proposes a study and simulation of a miniature SEPIC Converter with PI controller for thermoelectric generator module (TEG). Objective of the study is to determine possibility of whether it could be an alternative power source for mobile or portable energy storage devices. A system model of this study comprises of TEG, SEPIC converter, PI controller and various loading resistance. Experimental results, by simulation on MATLAB-Simulink, illustrated that TEG module can be used as power source with proper design controller and loading range.