https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202532601002
A New Configuration of a Microstrip RF-DC Rectifier for RF Energy Harvesting Applications
1 LABTIC, ENSA of Tangier, Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, Tangier, Morocco
2 LABTIC, ENSA of Tetouan, Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, Tetouan, Morocco
3 LMIET Laboratory, FST of Settat, Hassan First University, Settat, Morocco
* Ayoub Elmai: ayoub.elmai@etu.uae.ac.ma
Published online: 21 May 2025
This work introduces a rectenna operating in the 2.45 GHz ISM band for RF energy harvesting. By utilizing a differential rectifier structure combined with a microstrip patch antenna, the design removes the need for power splitters and voltage adders, thereby minimizing ohmic losses and signal leakage. Fabricated on an FR-4 substrate with a thickness of 1.6 mm, dielectric constant of 4.4, and loss tangent of 0.025, the prototype demonstrates a peak power conversion efficiency of 73.69%.
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