Abstract
An implantable rectenna, which consists of a planar inverted-F antenna (PIFA) and a rectifier circuit, is proposed for far-field wireless power transfer. The PIFA has a folded ground plane to miniaturize its size. The performance of the wireless power link between the implanted antenna and an external antenna is examined. A method of adding a parasitic patch over the human body is used to enhance the wireless power link, thus to increase the received power level. Safety considerations of far-field RF powering are discussed. The RF-to-DC conversion circuit efficiency is optimized after the receiver power level of the implantable antenna is estimated based on the safety considerations. Finally, a rectifier circuit and an integrated rectenna solution are discussed.
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