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We describe results of our theoretical, and experimental work on
a technique for wireless power transfer using strongly-coupled long-lived
electro-magnetic resonances. In this scheme, both the power source and the
device receiving the power are electromagnetic resonators, oscillating at
the same resonant frequency. Instead of irradiating the environment with
electromagnetic waves, the source fills the space around it with a
"non-radiative" near-field. The crucial advantage of using the
non-radiative modes lies in the fact that most of the power not picked up
by the device remains bound to the vicinity of the source, instead of
being radiated into the environment and lost. This technique could
potentially be used for middle-range power transfer, such as within a
room, or a factory pavilion. |