A Double-Side Self-Tuning IPT Converter Immune to Parameters Variation Under Misalignment Condition

For inductive power transfer (IPT) systems, the loosely coupled transformer (LCT) is a crucial component. Variations in the air gap can lead to fluctuations in the parameters of the LCT, such as self-inductance and mutual inductance, caused by positional deviations of the ferrite cores on both sides. However, such variable LCT parameters can damage the resonant tank, thus impacting transmission efficiency and output stability. To address this issue, this paper proposes a self-tuning S/S IPT system based on switch-controlled capacitors (SCCs). The system utilizes gradient descent methods independently on double-side to achieve decoupled tuning control. This approach effectively mitigates the impact of LCT parameter fluctuations without requiring wireless communication. Furthermore, all switches in the system operate at fixed frequencies and implement soft switching. Finally, a prototype is constructed to validate the effectiveness of the proposed system.