The document discusses two types of inverters - current source inverters (CSI) and voltage source inverters (VSI). It describes the construction and working of CSI, which uses predetermined source current and load impedance to determine output voltage. VSI uses a constant DC input voltage and feedback diodes. The document also covers applications of CSI and VSI, such as use of CSI for AC motor drives due to regenerative capability, and use of VSI in UPS and AC drives. FACTS devices based on VSI are also summarized, including STATCOM, SSSC and UPFC for controlling transmission line parameters.
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