Disturbance observer-based fixed time control for bidirectional DC-DC converter with input voltage and load uncertainty

The bidirectional DC-DC converter serves a vital role in the energy recovery system of new energy vehicles. However, external interference and parameter uncertainty can easily affect its dynamic performance. A disturbance observer-based fixed time control strategy for bidirectional DC-DC is proposed to address the impact of input voltage and load uncertainty on bidirectional converters. Firstly, the bidirectional converter model undergoes coordinate transformation, and disturbance observers are designed to compensate for input voltage and load disturbances. Secondly, based on the fixed time control theory, a fixed-time controller is devised for the bidirectional DC-DC converter to facilitate fast tracking and adjustment of output voltage without requiring measurement of input voltage and load current. Finally, simulation and experiment evaluations are conducted to assess the proposed scheme’s effectiveness in output voltage regulation.