The demo works using a “resonance” effect between two magnetic fields. While the demo saw 60watts over two feet, the technology is capable of much more.
While the coils are large, the next step is to minitiarise them so they can be placed inside laptops and other portable devices.
"Hopefully we’ll show the wirelessly powered laptop in the not too distant future," said Intel senior fellow Justin Rattner.
The technology could also be used to charge mobile phones.
"You could imagine having one of these on your desk and you might drop your phone on your desk and have it charged."
William Maher is reporting from San Francisco at the Intel Developer Conference.
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| Look ma, no hands - Intel's wireless demo saw the light bulb on the right powered wirelessly |
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| Look ma, no hands - Intel's wireless demo saw the light bulb on the right powered wirelessly. |
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