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The universal active power filter is one of most efficient solutions to problems related to energy quality. The topology integrates series and parallel active filter, and theoretically has the compensation capacity of both. The efficiency of compensation, however, is dependent on the control strategy implemented. Moreover, the controller determines the necessary number of sensors and measurement techniques, consequently, it determines associated costs. This study uses a multivariable approach for synthesis and development of a decoupled control. The proposed strategy uses only measuring of the input currents, thereby reducing the number of current sensors. The strategy is validated in simulation and experimentally in a 1.1 kVA laboratory prototype.

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This study presents a general control strategy for active power filters derived from the current-shaping principle previously employed in shunt active filters. The generalisation introduced here and denoted as voltage-current shaping control, exploits the symmetry between the possible wave-shaping solutions, and can be applied to shunt, series, and more complex networks of active filters. Moreover, the proposed generalisation allows the synthesis of specific control schemes with a reduced number of sensors. The relevant properties of the proposed schemes in the application of harmonic mitigation are determined. Further, a discussion of the integration of multiple quasi-resonant schemes is presented. Using this approach, it is possible to fine-tune the mitigation of specific components in the harmonic profile from the voltages or currents in the circuit. Experimental results obtained from using a 1 kVA prototype are presented to support the proposed generalisation.

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