WiTricity completed a new R&D laboratory in Stuart, Florida, to customize and validate wireless charging systems for passenger EVs, autonomous vehicles, robotaxis and fleets.
Key facts
- Medium-power wireless charging systems span 7.2 kW to 50 kW.
- The lab supports passenger vehicles, autonomous vehicles, robotaxis and last-mile fleets.
- WiTricity also cites 75 kW-and-higher capability for heavy-duty applications.
Context and details
The system uses a receiver under the vehicle and a ground-based charging pad, transferring energy through resonant magnetic coupling without a cable being handled by the driver.
The new lab expands design, simulation, testing, validation and vehicle-integration capacity for specific platforms and operating environments.
Why it matters
Automatic charging is especially relevant for autonomous and high-utilization fleets because vehicles can recharge without a person physically connecting a cable.
What it means in practice
Wireless charging does not remove the need to verify efficiency, alignment tolerance, vehicle compatibility, grid capacity, standards and installation cost for each project.
What to check before making a practical decision
For any wireless charging project, verify that both the vehicle receiver and ground equipment are compatible and certified for the intended power level.