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arxiveess.SP2026-07-02

Antenna System for Simultaneous Wireless Power and Information Transfer to Brain Implants

Ali Khaleghi, Aminolah Hassanvand, Ilangko Balasingham

Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) have revolutionized neuroscience applications, from motor rehabilitation to neuroergonomics. Traditional implantable BCIs with invasive microelectrode arrays pose challenges, notably the need for wired connections and inherent implantation risks. This paper introduces a battery-free wireless BCI system, consolidating an implant and its external supporting system. Our design centers on a dual-function antenna system: firstly, an inductive coupling mechanism enables wireless power transfer, sufficiently powering the implant's Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for stimulation and readout without an implant battery. Secondly, a backscatter antenna in the implant facilitates battery-free, high-data-rate wireless connectivity (up to 32 Mbps). This system not only enhances the BCI experience by eliminating wires but also retains data fidelity and energy efficiency, promising a safer, more efficient interface for tasks like robotic arm control.

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