The document discusses various techniques for wireless transmission of energy including near field techniques like inductive coupling and resonant inductive coupling, and far field techniques like laser power transmission, microwave power transmission, and solar power satellites. It provides details on how inductive coupling, resonant inductive coupling, microwave power transmission, and solar power satellites work. The document also discusses advantages and disadvantages of near field and far field techniques as well as applications of wireless power transmission including electric vehicle charging, consumer electronics, and industrial uses.