Inductive charging

Definition

Inductive charging is a wireless method of transferring electrical energy between two objects using electromagnetic fields. It involves the use of an induction coil to create an alternating magnetic field, which induces a current in another coil located in the receiving device.

Related terms

Electromagnetic field: A region around a charged object where electric and magnetic forces are exerted on other charged objects.

Magnetic field:

A region around a magnet or moving electric charge where magnetic forces can be detected.

Alternating current (AC): An electric current that periodically reverses direction, commonly used for power distribution.