In this work, it is investigated the possibility of using near field communication (NFC), normally applied for communicating two proximity devices, to power-up external circuitry, such as low power wireless sensors, or energy scavenging devices. For this purpose, the possibility of combining both features in a single system, able to communicate with neighboring devices via NFC and to transfer power from one device to another (wireless power transfer WPT), has been studied. After taking considerations on antenna design, both for NFC and WPT, a reconfigurable circuitry optimized for data and energy transfer is proposed. The circuit provides optimal close proximity wireless magnetic communications, and is able to use the same device for optimal energy transfer. This feature has been implemented and demonstrated using PCB antennas, NFC reader with a mobile phone or NFC-tag and a circuitry for charging an external Io-Li battery. The results show an improvement of the energy transfer when such circuit capability is turned on. Index Terms-Coupling, wireless power transfer (WPT), nearfield communications (NFC), switching.
Abstract-With the increase in electric mobility, public and private charge facilities will be required to provide solutions adjusted to the actual needs and requirements. A new methodology for dimensioning charge stations for electric vehicles (EVs) is presented in this paper. Such proposal is based on the Markov chains, and uses as output rates, the capabilities of the charge station in providing energy from the sun through photovoltaic generation, stored energy in local batteries and also as a back-up the power grid. A numerical result is also presented for a better understanding of the process.
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