Research: Performance Evaluation of Wireless Power Transfer for Dynamic Charging of Ele...

Research question: How does the implementation of wireless power transfer systems for dynamic charging impact energy efficiency, grid stability, and operational feasibility for electric vehicles in urban environments?

Wireless power transfer (WPT) technologies for electric vehicles (EVs) present an opportunity to extend vehicle range, reduce battery size, and minimize charging downtime by enabling in-motion charging on roadways. Recent advances in resonant inductive coupling and power electronics have sparked global interest in dynamically charged EV infrastructure, particularly for high-density urban settings where stationary charging is constrained.

Despite the promise, there exist significant research gaps concerning the real-world performance, grid integration challenges, and system-level trade-offs of deploying WPT-enabled dynamic charging at scale. Prior work often focuses on component-level efficiency or simulation, with limited empirical assessment of system-wide effects under realistic traffic, load, and urban grid scenarios.

This project will undertake a comprehensive literature review, develop detailed system models, and conduct simulation-based experiments to assess the energy transfer efficiency, impact on grid stability, and operational feasibility of dynamic WPT for EVs. Methods will include modeling coupled resonant circuits, grid interaction analysis, and simulation of traffic-flow-coupled charging events using urban mobility datasets.

The results will inform design guidelines and policy recommendations for integrating WPT into urban mobility infrastructure, supporting the transition to sustainable transportation and smarter cities.