Adaptive gain sliding mode control for a totem-pole PFC with EV charger application, meeting the affected grid's power quality constraints

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• Improved power quality constraints are achieved using adaptive gain control in PFC circuits, with a focus on EV charging applications.
• A notable reduction in harmonic distortion was observed, decreasing to 3% under operational conditions.
• Analysis of control performance was conducted using sliding mode control techniques across various load scenarios.
• Enhancing power factor correction can lead to better integration of EV chargers into the grid, emphasizing adaptable approaches.