Design and applications of flexible dipole rectenna for smart actuators and devices

Kyo D. Song, Sean Jones, Jae H. Kim, Sang Yeol Yang, Sang H. Choi

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Abstract

Flexible dipole rectenna devices appeared to be attractive for this study because of the adaptability on complex structures; possibility for higher power density features, and ability of coupling. In this paper, design concepts and results of various flexible dipole rectennas will be discussed including their efficiencies. Using the result, some applications of the system will also be addressed. A typical output of a flexible dipole rectenna array produced up to 70 VDC and 300 mA with a 200W amplifier. The irradiance of the microwave power is measured as 20 - 200 mW/cm 2 at the distance of 130 cm from the horn. In this research, a 4 × 5 flexible rectenna array was used for actuation of a propeller of MAV which is required approximately 3W as an input power. The design concept of various rectennas that depends on the requirements of input for propellers/actuators in a vehicle is discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Smart Electronics, MEMS, BioMEMS, and Nanotechnology
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
EventSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Smart Electronics, MEMS, BioMEMS, and Nanotechnology - San Diego, CA, United States
Duration: 27 Feb 20061 Mar 2006

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume6172
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceSmart Structures and Materials 2006 - Smart Electronics, MEMS, BioMEMS, and Nanotechnology
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego, CA
Period27/02/061/03/06

Keywords

  • Dipole rectenna
  • High current output
  • High voltage output
  • Microwave power transmission
  • Polarization effect
  • Wireless power transmission

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