We've brought you rumblings about the development of wireless electricity systems, and WiTricity Corp CEO Eric Giler says his version of the cord-free power technology will be in production as soon as 18 months from now.
In this video interview with BBC, Eric Giler discusses WiTricity Corp's development of wireless power. It's essentially based on magnetic induction, a concept that is as thrilling as it is frightening. As Engadget readers point out in the article below, what about users with pacemakers? And the human body uses electromagnetic pulses between brain and muscles--will these be affected by WiTricity?
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Trend Themes
1. Wireless Power Technology - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of wireless electricity systems.
2. Magnetic Induction - Potential disruptive innovation in the use of magnetic induction for wireless power transmission.
3. Safety Concerns - Disruptive innovation opportunities in addressing safety concerns related to wireless power technology.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunities in integrating wireless power technology into consumer electronics devices.
2. Healthcare - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the application of wireless power technology in healthcare devices, with consideration of safety for users with pacemakers.
3. Transportation - Potential disruptive innovation in incorporating wireless power technology into electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.