Efficient, MHz frequency, resonant converter for sub-meter (30 cm) distance wireless power transfer

Ryan J. Calder, Seung Hwan Lee, Robert D. Lorenz

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Abstract

This work investigates efficient power converters for MHz frequency wireless power transfer. MHz operation is used to reduce the magnetic field strength to very low levels in the space between the coils. A design methodology is developed for the selection of the power amplifier topology along with the resonant tank compensation for the transmitting and receiving coils. The Class E power amplifier with a series-series resonant tank configuration is selected for the design of a 50 W, 30 cm air gap, 3.45 MHz wireless power transfer system with a system level peak efficiency of over 80%. The design is verified via simulation and methods for manipulating the output power are compared. A physical system is built to better understand the challenges specific to the MHz frequency power converter for wireless systems. An experimental evaluation of system performance and design limitations is presented.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2013 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2013
Pages1917-1924
Number of pages8
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013
Event5th Annual IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exhibition, ECCE 2013 - Denver, CO, United States
Duration: 15 Sep 201319 Sep 2013

Publication series

Name2013 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2013

Conference

Conference5th Annual IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exhibition, ECCE 2013
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityDenver, CO
Period15/09/1319/09/13

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