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Definition: wireless EV charging
Charging an electric vehicle without cables. Using magnetic resonance, as of 2023, WiTricity is the leading wireless EV charging company with products in the testing stages. WiTricity also provides bi-directional charging, which is a feature of EVs. In the event of a power failure in the neighborhood, the EV can be the backup power source for the home. See EV charging.
A WiTricity Halo Charging Mat
No more plugging in cables. Charging is accomplished by driving the EV over the charging mat. Because of its simplicity, when fully operational, wireless charging is expected to boost EV adoption. (Image courtesy of WiTricity Corporation.)