Energous (NASDAQ:WATT) develops wireless charging solutions designed to deliver targeted power to electronic devices without the need for cords or charging pads. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Energous’ flagship technology, WattUp®, uses radio frequency (RF) to transmit power over both near-field and mid-field distances. The company’s integrated system includes transmitters that emit RF energy and receivers that convert that energy into usable DC power, enabling a broad range of form factors for consumer electronics, industrial sensors, medical wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) endpoints.
The company’s product portfolio encompasses transmitters, receivers, software development kits and evaluation modules that allow device makers to embed wireless power capabilities into next-generation products. WattUp Near Field solutions support close-proximity charging akin to contactless charging pads, while WattUp Mid Field systems deliver power over several feet, enabling true “over-air” charging. Energous licenses its technology to semiconductor and consumer electronics partners, with applications spanning smartphones, smart home devices, industrial automation sensors, and healthcare monitors.
Since its initial public offering in 2016, Energous has expanded its intellectual property portfolio and secured key regulatory approvals from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission and other international agencies. The company demonstrated its early prototypes at trade shows such as CES, forging partnerships with accessory makers, chipset vendors and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Over the years, Energous has accumulated a substantial patent estate covering RF power transmission, antenna design and power management circuits.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Stephen Rizzone, Energous operates research and development facilities in Silicon Valley and maintains collaborations with industry consortia and standards bodies. Energous’ wireless charging technology addresses the growing demand for cable-free power in global markets, from North America and Europe to Asia-Pacific. By advancing over-the-air charging, Energous aims to enable seamless power delivery and usher in a new era of untethered electronic devices.
