摘要:
This invention relates to a mechanical energy storage system, incorporating upper and lower reservoirs supported in a rigid frame. Metal balls are initially stored in the upper reservoir, a form of storage with potential energy that can be converted to kinetic energy. The balls are selectively released from the upper reservoir. The balls are then guided by a plurality of ramps, and said balls are then deposited in the lower reservoir. The invention further relates to renewable energy, such as solar energy, as a means of returning the balls from the lower to the upper reservoir. A further object is that the invention will continue to operate during those periods of time when solar energy is unavailable, without relying on backup power from battery packs or from power coming directly from a utility company.
摘要:
A mass pod turbine device includes a rotating element configured to rotate about a shaft axis. A plurality of mass pods restrained about the periphery of the rotating element. The mass pods are restrained to the rotating element, but may be displaced relative to the center of rotation. During a rotational cycle of the rotating element, the mass center of each mass pod may be dynamically displaced relative to the center of rotation. The mass pods then generating a mass imbalance about the rotational axis and causing the device to rotate about the shaft axis. The system also provides a useful variable inertia member for the storing of the kinetic energy of a rotating assembly.
摘要:
A gravitational energy storage system is provided that includes one or more tracks extending from a lower storage yard to an upper storage yard, a plurality of mass cars moveable along the track, a conveyance system comprising at least a first tether, and a first power module associated with the first tether to drive a respective one of the first tethers to move the plurality of mass cars from the lower storage yard to the upper storage yard, and to dispatch energy when the plurality of mass cars are moved from the upper storage yard to the lower storage yard.
摘要:
A roadway arrangement comprises a first road segment; an upper bridge mounted for rotational movement about a pivot axis relative to the first road segment; a lower bridge, including one or more upwardly extending segments; and a second road segment. As a vehicle travels from the first road segment and starts moving across the upper bridge, the upper bridge will rotate downward about the pivot axis and will continue to rotate until the one or more upwardly extending segments of the lower bridge extend through respective openings defined by the upper bridge, at which time the vehicle will transition from driving on the road surface as defined by the upper bridge to driving on the road surface as defined by the upwardly extending segments of the lower bridge. The movement of the upper bridge produces work, which can then be used for power generation.
摘要:
A gravitational energy storage system is provided that includes one or more tracks extending from a lower storage yard to an upper storage yard, a plurality of mass cars moveable along the track, a conveyance system comprising at least a first tether, and a first power module associated with the first tether to drive a respective one of the first tethers to move the plurality of mass cars from the lower storage yard to the upper storage yard, and to dispatch energy when the plurality of mass cars are moved from the upper storage yard to the lower storage yard.
摘要:
The present invention provides a device that modifies the centrifugal force of a series of weights held at the perimeter of a rotating assembly by creating an acceleration on the weights perpendicular to their circular path of travel in addition to the centripetal force acting on them. By creating an acceleration on each weight perpendicular to its circular path and by timing when to create the acceleration, the net centrifugal force of the weights can be increased along the top of their rotational path and decreased along the bottom of their rotational path thereby producing a sustainable imbalance that can produce a thrust which propels the device in a particular direction. By using numerous weights on the rotating assembly, a smoother continuous force will be produced. In addition, the present invention can be processed, accelerated or decelerated to produce three dimensional controlling force vectors to add stability to its platform.
摘要:
A gravity motor using the potential energy of an initial mass located at a relative height. This potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy. This gravity motor comprises a storage bin (26) able to contain a quantity of fragmented material (39) and having a base (28) with a first chute (30) to take the fragmented material (39) out of the base (28), a second chute (34) with an exit (58) and a guiding cylinder (32) of the exit (58), a wheel (60) with vanes (61) that rotate a rotor (46). While rotating, each vane (61) can collect a volume of the fragmented material (39) and act as a torque around a central axis, thus causing the rotation of the wheel around the central axis, at a velocity corresponding to the kinetic energy of the volume of the fragmented material (39). The rotor (46) comprises means for articulated fastening to a machinery part.
摘要:
A machine for generating energy by moving solid masses outward along the radius of a spining mechanical wheel. The mechanical wheel is made by six to eight metal pipes extending outwardly 20 feet from a centralized hallowed circular structure. The pipes extend in all directions and are fitted with metal tracks that run dorsally. The pipes are fitted with one inch chains along their sides running their entire length. Wheels are installed at the tip allowing the side chains to emulate bicycle chain motion. Hinged 80 pound solid weights are installed on the tracks that run dorsally. The mechanical wheel is mounted on a 7 inch pipe that acts as an axle allowing the wheel to spin freely. The centralized circular structure houses a wired transmission and motor near the axle of the machine. The generator structure situated at the front of the machine is wired to the transmission producing power when wheel rotates.
摘要:
A torque flywheel device includes a frame unit (1) and a wheel unit (2) mounted on the frame unit. The frame unit includes a support frame (10), a first track (12), a second track (13) and a third track (15). The wheel unit includes a shaft (22), a flywheel (20), a plurality of connecting bars (23), multiple support ears (24), multiple swinging weights (25), multiple first driving arms (26), multiple second driving arms (27), and multiple rollers (29). Thus, each of the rollers on the respective first driving arm and the respective second driving arm is movable to abut the third track and is movable to abut the first track and the second track so as to pivot the respective first driving arm and the respective second driving arm and to pivot the respective swinging weight.
摘要:
A roadway arrangement comprises a first road segment; an upper bridge mounted for rotational movement about a pivot axis relative to the first road segment; a lower bridge, including one or more upwardly extending segments; and a second road segment. As a vehicle travels from the first road segment and starts moving across the upper bridge, the upper bridge will rotate downward about the pivot axis and will continue to rotate until the one or more upwardly extending segments of the lower bridge extend through respective openings defined by the upper bridge, at which time the vehicle will transition from driving on the road surface as defined by the upper bridge to driving on the road surface as defined by the upwardly extending segments of the lower bridge. The movement of the upper bridge produces work, which can then be used for power generation.