Full wave rectifier with RC Load

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Modeling a full wave single-phase thyristor-controlled rectifier with a parallel resistor and capacitor load is challenging, particularly in calculating the average output DC voltage. The capacitor charges quickly to the supply voltage when the thyristor fires, which requires consideration of di/dt protection for both the thyristor and the capacitor. There is a lack of readily available resources or examples that address this specific configuration. Understanding the dynamics of the circuit is essential for accurate modeling and analysis. Proper design will ensure the stability and performance of the rectifier circuit.
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Hi, I am trying to model a full wave single phase thyristor controlled rectifier feeding a resistor and capacitor in parallel (like a power supply I believe where the capacitor is used for smoothing?) and I would like to calculate the average output dc voltage in a similar fashion as for a resistive or RL load but I cannot seem to find a book with the equation or even the integral to be solved. Is this possible as I am struggling to find examples of it already being done?
 
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Resistor and capacitor in parallel?

Think about it ,

The capacitor will charge immediately to the supply voltage at instant thyristor fires... you'll need di/dt protect the thyristor and maybe the capacitor too..
 
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