A wireless near-infrared energy system for medical implants
- 1 January 1999
- journal article
- Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine
- Vol. 18 (6) , 70-72
- https://doi.org/10.1109/51.805148
Abstract
A less invasive method for supplying light power to implant devices, we propose a new wireless energy source that employs a near-infrared laser with a photovoltaic cell. The system can also be used with a rechargeable battery. We discuss the configuration of the system, show its energy transfer efficiency, and discuss its performance during some basic experiments.Keywords
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