Original poster: Sparktron01@xxxxxxxxxxx
Some random data points to "stir the pot"... :^D
Near field non contact power transmission, not to be confused with
"Wireless Power Transmission".
Practical uses include cranes, AGV's, Railroad traction... and the work of
"Nicola Tesla" (sic) discussed.
http://www.controleng.com/index.asp?layout=articlectl&articleid=CA6409732&nid=2363&rid=743185069
Just announced, 5kVrms rated optocoupler. Not real fast
(~1.0ms on/off times) but highest voltage OC commercially
available. In WIDE body SOI4 and WIDE body DIP4 configuration;
supplier is CLAIRE / IXYS
http://www.clare.com/ads/CPC1393Ad0107.htm
FYI, Regards
Dave Sharpe, TCBOR/HEAS
Chesterfield, VA. USA