Recharging a Drone In-Flight through Wireless Power Transmission
Faculty Mentor Name
James Doyle, Dennis Kodimer, and Ed Post
Format Preference
Poster
Abstract
Recharging a drone during flight could be a powerful step forward in the commercial use of drones. The purpose of this project is to investigate the potential capabilities of wireless power transmission to recharge drones. Inductive resonant coupling between flat spiral air coils is the method of power transfer used in this project. When the drone hovers near, or lands on, the source coil, power is transmitted, charging the drone’s battery.
This project focuses on understanding the theory of inductive resonant coupling, constructing a proof-of-concept prototype, and producing simulations to model the power transmission. At the conclusion of this project, a final report summarizing the results and overall feasibility will be produced to support future design of a commercial drone recharging system.
Poster Presentation
Location
AC1-Atrium, Eagle Gym
Start Date
3-23-2018 11:00 AM
End Date
3-23-2018 9:00 PM
Recharging a Drone In-Flight through Wireless Power Transmission
AC1-Atrium, Eagle Gym
Recharging a drone during flight could be a powerful step forward in the commercial use of drones. The purpose of this project is to investigate the potential capabilities of wireless power transmission to recharge drones. Inductive resonant coupling between flat spiral air coils is the method of power transfer used in this project. When the drone hovers near, or lands on, the source coil, power is transmitted, charging the drone’s battery.
This project focuses on understanding the theory of inductive resonant coupling, constructing a proof-of-concept prototype, and producing simulations to model the power transmission. At the conclusion of this project, a final report summarizing the results and overall feasibility will be produced to support future design of a commercial drone recharging system.
Poster Presentation