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Parallel-tuned pick-up system with multiple voltage outputs

US7781916B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2004
Grant dateAug 24, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 20, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B70/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A pick-up is provided for an Inductively Coupled Power Transfer (ICPT) system having a parallel tuned resonant pick-up circuit. The pick-up has a plurality of independently controllable power supply outputs. This allows a first output to supply a high voltage load (e.g. 300V-550V) and one or more additional outputs for supplying other loads such as control circuitry which may only require 24V. The one or more additional outputs may be supplied via a current transformer connected in series with the resonant pick-up circuit. Control for each output may be achieved by partially or completely decoupling the pick-up from a primary conductive path of the ICPT system.

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