Development of a Radially Coupled Wireless Charging System for Torpedo-Shaped Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

Lin, Mingwei; Lin, Ri; Li, Dejun; Duan, Ran

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“…They achieved power transfer values of around 300 W. In another work by Cai et al [216], they presented another arc-shaped topology, transferring 1 kW. In [217], they tested a curved coupler with distributed ferrite cores and transferred up to 2.2 kW.…”

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Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles: Technologies, Challenges and Applications

Martínez de Alegría,

Rozas Holgado,

Ibarra

et al. 2024

Energies

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Unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) are key technologies to conduct preventive inspection and maintenance tasks in offshore renewable energy plants. Making such vehicles autonomous would lead to benefits such as improved availability, cost reduction and carbon emission minimization. However, some technological aspects, including the powering of these devices, remain with a long way to go. In this context, underwater wireless power transfer (UWPT) solutions have potential to overcome UUV powering drawbacks. Considering the relevance of this topic for offshore renewable plants, this work aims to provide a comprehensive summary of the state of the art regarding UPWT technologies. A technology intelligence study is conducted by means of a bibliographical survey. Regarding underwater wireless power transfer, the main methods are reviewed, and it is concluded that inductive wireless power transfer (IWPT) technologies have the most potential. These inductive systems are described, and their challenges in underwater environments are presented. A review of the underwater IWPT experiments and applications is conducted, and innovative solutions are listed. Achieving efficient and reliable UWPT technologies is not trivial, but significant progress is identified. Generally, the latest solutions exhibit efficiencies between 88% and 93% in laboratory settings, with power ratings reaching up to 1–3 kW. Based on the assessment, a power transfer within the range of 1 kW appears to be feasible and may be sufficient to operate small UUVs. However, work-class UUVs require at least a tenfold power increase. Thus, although UPWT has advanced significantly, further research is required to industrially establish these technologies.

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Section: Innovative Topologies and Multi-coil Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles: Technologies, Challenges and Applications

Martínez de Alegría,

Rozas Holgado,

Ibarra

et al. 2024

Energies

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A review of underwater docking and charging technology for autonomous vehicles

Liu,

Yu,

et al. 2024

Ocean Engineering

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Oceanic Challenges to Technological Solutions: A Review of Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Path Technologies in Biomimicry, Control, Navigation, and Sensing

Hasan,

Ahmad,

Liaf

et al. 2024

IEEE Access

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Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) epitomize a revolutionary stride in underwater exploration, seamlessly assuming tasks once exclusive to manned vehicles. Their collaborative prowess within joint missions has inaugurated a new epoch of intricate applications in underwater domains. This study's primary aim is to scrutinize recent technological advancements in AUVs and their role in navigating the complexities of underwater environments. Through a meticulous review of literature and empirical studies, this review synthesizes recent technological strides, spotlighting developments in biomimicry models, cuttingedge control systems, adaptive navigation algorithms, and pivotal sensor arrays crucial for exploring and mapping the ocean floor. The article meticulously delineates the profound impact of AUVs on underwater robotics, offering a comprehensive panorama of advancements and illustrating their far-reaching implications for underwater exploration and mapping. This review furnishes a holistic comprehension of the current landscape of AUV technology. This condensed overview furnishes a swift comparative analysis, aiding in discerning the focal points of each study while spotlighting gaps and intersections within the existing body of knowledge. It efficiently steers researchers toward complementary sources, enabling a focused examination and judicious allocation of time to the most pertinent studies. Furthermore, it functions as a blueprint for comprehensive studies within the AUV domain, pinpointing areas where amalgamating multiple sources would yield a more comprehensive understanding. By elucidating the purpose, employing a robust methodology, and anticipating comprehensive results, this study endeavors to serve as a cornerstone resource that not only encapsulates recent technological strides but also provides actionable insights and directions for advancing the field of underwater robotics.

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Development of a Radially Coupled Wireless Charging System for Torpedo-Shaped Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

Cited by 3 publications

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Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles: Technologies, Challenges and Applications

Wireless Power Transfer for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles: Technologies, Challenges and Applications

A review of underwater docking and charging technology for autonomous vehicles

Oceanic Challenges to Technological Solutions: A Review of Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Path Technologies in Biomimicry, Control, Navigation, and Sensing

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