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Aaron Paddy

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The continued growth of electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked interest in new charging approaches that reduce downtime and expand access beyond fixed locations. Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer (DWPT), which enables vehicles to charge while driving, offers an exciting future direction but remains largely experimental. This study focuses on the development of a flexible simulation and testing framework to explore DWPT in urban environments. Rather than optimizing for a single "best" solution, we aim to create a digital platform that helps evaluate different roadway coil designs, placement strategies, and traffic interactions under realistic city conditions. Using the CARLA simulator, we recreate sections of the Salt Lake City road network to examine how vehicles might interact with DWPT infrastructure in practice. Our approach emphasizes building a high-fidelity, adaptable simulation environment over drawing premature conclusions on specific charger configurations. By enabling systematic testing of various design and deployment scenarios, this work provides a foundation for future research and planning of in-motion charging systems tailored to specific city needs. Ultimately, the project contributes a new open-ended toolset for researchers and planners interested in integrating DWPT into urban transportation systems, supporting informed decision-making rather than prescribing a fixed solution. Keywords: Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer; Electric Vehicles; Wireless Charging; CARLA Simulator; Salt Lake City

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Purdue University / 2025

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Aaron Paddy