Layout and operation of a non-contact charging system for electric vehicles

Actually, there is a controversial discussion in automotive industry if the deployment of inductive power supply is able to avoid the disadvantages of conductive vehicle charging systems. Available charging systems for electric vehicles use wires to connect the vehicle to the grid. This leads to several disadvantages such as vandalism and additional effort for the driver. Furthermore, loose or faulty cables are a safety risk. As an alternative, non-contact charging of electric vehicles allows for a simple, reliable and safe charging process. It improves the user acceptance and contributes to the integration of electric vehicles into the market. Thus, the availability to the grid is increased, which offers a higher degree of flexibility for the storage management.