Toshiba is breaking new ground in the realm of wireless power supply systems with the utilization of microwaves to transmit electricity over considerable distances. While conventional technologies often face challenges with interference from surrounding radio waves, Toshiba’s innovation claims to overcome these issues, offering precise control over power supply.

Toshiba’s wireless power supply system uses microwaves for remote energy transmission

The Japanese tech giant envisions commercializing this groundbreaking technology after 2025, opening doors to a future where sensors and cameras can be powered without relying on conventional batteries.

One notable aspect of Toshiba’s wireless power supply system lies in its ability to detect Wi-Fi signals, and sending a microwave beam in that direction. What sets Toshiba’s technology apart is its claim to be the sole system globally capable of seamlessly coexisting with both wireless LAN and power supply system radio waves. It mitigates the concerns related to radio interference that have plagued similar technologies.

To enhance versatility, Toshiba plans to optimize its equipment for efficient radio wave reception from any location. The miniaturized power supply system is designed for easy installation on ceilings, promising a streamlined integration process.

Toshiba’s official demo pictures reveal impressive capabilities of the microwave remote power supply system. It boasts the ability to deliver 100mW of power at a distance of 3m and still provides a notable 1mW at a distance of 10m. It goes to show the system’s future potential to offer practical power solutions for various applications, especially in industrial settings where reliable and wireless power is crucial for powering various devices.

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