Enhancement of RF-DC Converters Efficiency by Input Impedance Optimization
Ribeiro, H.
;
Matos, D.
;
Carvalho, N.B.C.
; Georgiadis, A. G.
IEEE Access Vol. 12, Nº , pp. 182708 - 182716, , 2024.
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ISSN (online): 2169-3536
Scimago Journal Ranking: 0,96 (in 2023)
Digital Object Identifier: 10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3511257
Abstract
The Internet of Things has transformed modern technology relying on sensors powered by batteries. However, the environmental impact of batteries is a significant concern. This paper explores wireless power transfer as a viable solution to this problem. This study focuses on improving the antenna impedance to maximize the performance of the diode on the WPT receiver. The study was made with a numerical and theoretical analysis, simulations, and experimental validations. Moreover, it was demonstrated that the optimum input impedance is high impedance, approaching an open circuit. The paper concludes that designing RF-DC converters with high source impedance leads to an improvement on the rectifying efficiency.