Book contents
- Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Aircraft
- Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Aircraft
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- 1 Fundamentals of Wireless Power Transfer
- 2 Hovering Wireless Charging for UAVs
- 3 Magnetic Coupler Design for Wireless Charging of UAV
- 4 Control for Wireless Charging of UAVs
- 5 Control Scheme based on the PT-Symmetric WPT System
- 6 Charging Range Extension for the PT-Symmetric WPT System
- Index
- References
1 - Fundamentals of Wireless Power Transfer
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 10 October 2025
Book contents
- Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Aircraft
- Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Aircraft
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- 1 Fundamentals of Wireless Power Transfer
- 2 Hovering Wireless Charging for UAVs
- 3 Magnetic Coupler Design for Wireless Charging of UAV
- 4 Control for Wireless Charging of UAVs
- 5 Control Scheme based on the PT-Symmetric WPT System
- 6 Charging Range Extension for the PT-Symmetric WPT System
- Index
- References
Summary
This chapter introduces the principles and mechanisms behind wireless power transfer (WPT), focusing on inductive power transfer systems. It begins with the historical development of WPT and then delves into the fundamental aspects of inductive power transfer, including general configurations. The chapter provides a detailed examination of theoretical models, such as the loosely coupled transformer model, T-model, and M-model, and compares their effectiveness. It further explores compensation networks, including series and parallel types, and discusses transmission performance metrics such as output power, transfer efficiency, and their interrelationships. This comprehensive overview establishes the foundational knowledge necessary for understanding advanced WPT systems.
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- Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned AircraftFundamentals, Design, and Control, pp. 1 - 17Publisher: Cambridge University PressPrint publication year: 2025
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