Copper Coils Placed Under Asphalt: Highways of the Future Wirelessly Charge EVs
One of the biggest concerns of electric vehicle users - the issue of charging time and range - is becoming a thing of the past. In the state of Florida, USA, the foundations are being laid for a groundbreaking highway project that will allow vehicles to charge wirelessly while on the move. Thanks to special copper coils placed under the asphalt, vehicles will be able to recharge their batteries while on the road.
The State Road 516 project (Lake/Orange Expressway), overseen by the Central Florida Highway Authority, encompasses a total stretch of 4.4 miles.
The project, which is aimed at meeting the transportation needs of the rapidly growing residential, commercial, and health centers in the region, is expected to have a total cost of 546 million dollars and the construction is anticipated to be completed by 2029.
Within the scope of the project, dynamic wireless charging technology will be integrated into a 1.2-kilometer section of the special 2.6-kilometer stage. Coils embedded under the road will transmit power to vehicles moving at highway speed through a magnetic field. In the pilot phase, the system will be tested with specially equipped test vehicles for initial trials.
The new highway project, which is not limited to just charging technology, also stands out with its environmentally friendly features:
The electricity needs of road lighting and toll booth equipment will be met by solar panels integrated into the highway.
Special measures will be taken to protect wildlife.
A multi-purpose walking path will be available for citizens along the highway route.
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