Proximity power pad
US8432128B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J50/402
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A polygonal power pad includes an optional connector to connect to a power supply and a power network in the power pad. At least one power connector is coupled to the power network and is disposed on a periphery of the pad. The power connector is operable to receive and provide power to a provided adjacent pad. At least one power transfer coil embedded in the pad, is coupled to the power network to transfer power to a device proximate the pad.
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