Bio-Electromagnetic Safety Assessment of Wireless Charging Environment for Electric Vehicles
Abstract
Abstract
Overview
With the rapid development of wireless power charging technology, its application in electric vehicle charging has advanced, presenting various advantages over plug-in charging methods. However, concerns about the electromagnetic bio-safety of humans in such environments have emerged.
Findings
This study utilizes finite element analysis to investigate the safety of electromagnetic fields around crucial organs within a typical electric vehicle charging environment, examining humans in different postures. Results from the 7.7 kW, 85 kHz charging environment show that:
- The distribution of electromagnetic fields varies per organ.
- Organ exposure to electromagnetic radiation is highly dependent on both the electromagnetic parameters and the organ's position relative to the source.
- When the human body is flat in the car, exposure to radiation peaks.
- The total radiation dose received by each organ remains significantly below the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) standards.
Conclusion
The findings affirm the low-risk nature of electromagnetic radiation in low-power wireless charging environments, supporting its safety and further commercializing this technology for electric vehicles.