Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to main content

A Class E2 Inverter-Rectifier-Based Bidirectional Wireless Power Transfer System

  • Kerui Li
  • , Siew Chong Tan

Research output: Chapter in book / Conference proceedingConference article published in proceeding or bookAcademic researchpeer-review

Abstract

In this paper, the use of class E2 inverter-rectifier (hereon known as E2 converter) system with phase-shift control for bidirectional wireless power transfer applications, is discussed. The system comprises a class E inverter, an active class E rectifier, and a set of wireless transmitter-receiver coils with series-series compensation. The power flow control of the system is achieved via the control of the phase-shift ratio between the driving signal of the inverter and that of the rectifier. To ensure zero voltage switching (ZVS) operation of the converter and precise power flow control over the full load range, the system is designed to be load-independent such that the voltage waveforms of the converter are relatively similar (slight change) regardless of the applied load. The operating principle, time-domain model, and design consideration of the system are elaborated in the paper. Simulation and experimental results are provided as preliminary verification of the derived time-domain model and the features of the system: load-independent output/input voltage waveform of the class E inverter and active class E rectifier over the full load range, ZVS operation over the full load range, providence of bidirectional and sustainable power flow control and accurate output regulation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 IEEE 4th Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781538682579
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 5 Feb 2019
Event4th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2018 - Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 10 Dec 201813 Dec 2018

Publication series

Name2018 IEEE 4th Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2018

Conference

Conference4th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference, SPEC 2018
Country/TerritorySingapore
CitySingapore
Period10/12/1813/12/18

Keywords

  • Active class E rectifier
  • bidirectional power flow
  • class E inverters
  • load-independent design
  • phase-shift control
  • soft switching

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'A Class E2 Inverter-Rectifier-Based Bidirectional Wireless Power Transfer System'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this