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Abstract

Wireless power transfer (WPT) with dynamic charging capabilities is a promising technology that can charge moving objects in real-time. However, maintaining high-efficiency power transfer during vehicle movement continues to be a significant challenge. To address this challenge, this study proposes a dynamic WPT system that utilizes orthogonal transmitter and receiver coils, offering the advantages of stable output power and efficiency, even when the vehicle is in motion. Unlike other systems, the proposed topology eliminates the need for a complicated feedback control system, thereby reducing hardware costs. To verify the effectiveness of the proposed topology, a dynamic WPT system was implemented in this study. Measurement results demonstrate that even when the vehicle moves a distance of 400 mm (four times the length of the receiving coil), the output voltage and power variations are only 4.9% and 9.6%, respectively.

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