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Abstract

Supplying battery-free power to wireless sensor systems (WSS) mounted on rotating shafts remains a major challenge due to limited installation space, low rotational speed, and the requirement for long-term autonomous operation. This paper presents a compact dual-rotor energy harvester (EH) based on multilayer printed circuit board (PCB) sheets, designed for powering WSSs installed on ship propulsion shafts. Stacked multilayer PCB coils forming a three-dimensional structure are arranged on both the inner and outer rotors to enhance magnetic flux linkage and power density. The experimental results show that the EH generates power levels up to 959 mW at a shaft speed of 300 rpm. The output power improved nonlinearly with increasing rotational speed, demonstrating its suitability for real-time monitoring applications. The proposed EH offers a promising solution for powering WSS in autonomous driving technologies, with the potential for further optimization and integration into various mobility systems.

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Dr. Van Ai Hoang

Prof. Young Chul Lee