Regular Article

Design and implementation of magnetically coupled inductive power transfer system for electric vehicle charging applications

Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology and Research, Guntur 522213, Andhra Pradesh, India

^* Corresponding authors: dean_res@vignan.ac.in (G. Srinivas Rao); arvb_eee@vignan.ac.in (A.R. Vijay Babu)

Received: 11 May 2024
Accepted: 7 August 2024

Abstract

A research paper or proposal on designing a 1.6 kW Resonant Inductive Power Transfer (IPT) system for electric vehicles (EVs). Design, Modeling, and Analysis of a 1.6 kW Resonant IPT System for EVs. To Enhance Design Performance: Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of power transfer compared to traditional EV charging systems. Conduct Loss Analysis and Analyze and minimize losses associated with the IPT system. The Advantage Highlight advantages of the proposed system over existing EV charging methods. Methodology, Integration with AC Grid: Despite EV systems being connected to the grid, this research proposes further integration and improvement using resonant (Compensated Network) circuits within IPT systems. Resonant Circuit Utilization: By matching the supply frequency with the circuit’s resonant frequency, optimal performance is achieved, addressing current IPT system drawbacks. Implementation Steps, Simulation: Evaluate primary and secondary circuits through simulation. Component Selection: Determine component values based on derived equations. Hardware Implementation: Construct the system in hardware based on simulation results. Feasibility Testing: Validate calculations through simulation and practical hardware testing. Contribution, this research aims to contribute to the field by demonstrating, improved performance through resonant IPT systems. Feasibility of integrating such systems into EV applications. Practical benefits over conventional EV charging methods. By leveraging resonant circuits in IPT systems, this study aims to demonstrate enhanced performance and efficiency suitable for EVs, thereby contributing to the advancement of EV technology and grid integration. This structured summary encapsulates the key aspects and goals of the research paper as described.