Magnetic suspension plug-in electrode wave energy collection structure

CN115875181BActive Publication Date: 2026-09-22ZHEJIANG UNIV
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Application Number
CN202211471739.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2022-11-23
Publication Date
2026-09-22
Estimated Expiration
2042-11-23

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Technical Problem

[0002]经过数十年的发展,传统的采用电磁结构的海洋能发电设备在波浪能采集领域仍旧存在局限性,波浪的无规则运动、低频率的特征严重影响着这类发电设备的推广

Benefits of technology

[0008]本发明的优点是:整体结构可以固定安装在浮标等海上目标上,圆筒结构不仅将海浪无规则的运动转化为沿轴向的单自由度运动,且具有很好的自我防护能力,增加了结构的工作寿命。

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Abstract

The application relates to a magnetic suspension finger electrode wave energy collection structure, which specifically comprises a top cover and a bottom cover fixedly installed at the upper and lower ends of a cylinder, a rotating shaft fixedly arranged in the center holes of the top cover and the bottom cover, linear bearing one and linear bearing two installed on the rotating shaft, linear bearing two fixedly connected with a buoyant block, the buoyant block fixedly connected with a magnet two, linear bearing one fixedly connected with a magnet one, the magnet one and a sealing cover forming a sealed cavity, the cylinder with an inside finger electrode structure fixedly installed on the inside of the sealing cover, and a friction layer installed between spring one and spring two. The whole structure can be fixedly installed on a floating target such as a buoy, the cylinder structure can not only convert the irregular movement of sea waves into single-degree-of-freedom axial movement, but also has good self-protection capability, thereby prolonging the service life of the structure.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a magnetically levitated finger electrode wave energy harvesting structure, belonging to the field of wave energy harvesting technology. Background Technology

[0002] Despite decades of development, traditional electromagnetic ocean energy generation equipment still faces limitations in wave energy harvesting. The irregular motion and low frequency of waves severely hinder the widespread adoption of such equipment. Furthermore, the generally high equipment and installation / maintenance costs directly restrict the application of wave energy generation equipment based on electromagnetic principles.

[0003] Nano-triboelectric generators have attracted widespread attention across various industries due to their numerous application advantages. A novel energy harvesting technology based on triboelectricity and electrostatic induction, nano-triboelectric generators are characterized by their ability to effectively utilize low-frequency mechanical energy for power generation. This provides a new approach to ocean energy harvesting and is an indispensable part of the future recyclable energy field.

[0004] Nano-triboelectric generators are characterized by their simple structure and low cost, which makes them highly scalable. They also have low overall structural mass and are easy to install and maintain. They have already been applied in some self-powered fields and will provide more solutions in the future in fields such as marine engineering, machinery manufacturing, rail transportation, and aerospace. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a contact wave energy harvesting structure that is inexpensive, simple in structure, stable and reliable, has a long working life and can be easily installed.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows:

[0007] A magnetically levitated finger electrode wave energy harvesting structure comprises: a top cover (1) and a bottom cover (9) fixedly installed at the upper and lower ends of a cylinder (2); a shaft (14) fixedly installed in the center hole of the top cover (1) and the bottom cover (9); a linear bearing (13) and a linear bearing (10) installed on the shaft (14); the linear bearing (10) is fixedly connected to a buoyancy block (8); the buoyancy block (8) is fixedly connected to a magnet (7); the linear bearing (13) is fixedly connected to a magnet (6); the magnet (6) and the sealing cover (3) form a sealed cavity with an inner side bearing... The electrode cylinder (4) of the interdigitated electrode structure is fixedly installed inside the sealing cover (3), and the friction layer (5) is installed between spring one (12) and spring two (11). The characteristic is that the friction layer (5), spring one (12) and spring two (11) all have gaps with the inside of the sealing cover (3); the magnet one (6) and magnet two (7) are magnetically repulsive to achieve magnetic levitation; the material of the interdigitated electrode inside the electrode cylinder (4) is aluminum; and the material of the friction layer (5) is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

[0008] The advantages of this invention are: the overall structure can be fixedly installed on marine targets such as buoys; the cylindrical structure not only transforms the irregular motion of ocean waves into a single degree of freedom motion along the axial direction, but also has a good self-protection capability, increasing the working life of the structure. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 The cross-section of the wave energy harvesting structure is shown;

[0010] Figure 2 Showing a front view of the top cover;

[0011] Figure 3 The diagram shows the unfolded shape of the inserted finger electrode inside the electrode cylinder.

[0012] Figure reference numerals:

[0013] 1. Top cover

[0014] 2. Cylinder

[0015] 3. Sealing cap

[0016] 4 Electrode cylinders

[0017] 5 Friction Layer

[0018] 6 buoyancy blocks

[0019] 7. Bottom Cover

[0020] 8 Linear bearings

[0021] 9. Spring Two

[0022] 10 Spring 1

[0023] 11-axis Detailed Implementation

[0024] Figure 1 The diagram shows a cross-section of a wave energy harvesting structure. This embodiment of a magnetically levitated finger electrode wave energy harvesting structure specifically includes: a top cover 1 and a bottom cover 9 fixedly installed at the upper and lower ends of a cylinder 2; a shaft 14 fixedly installed in the center hole of the top cover 1 and bottom cover 9; a linear bearing 13 and a linear bearing 10 mounted on the shaft 14; the linear bearing 10 fixedly connected to a buoyancy block 8, which is fixedly connected to a magnet 7; the linear bearing 13 fixedly connected to a magnet 6; the magnet 6 and the sealing cover 3 form a sealed cavity; an electrode cylinder 4 with a finger electrode structure on its inner side is fixedly installed inside the sealing cover 3; a friction layer 5 is installed between a spring 12 and a spring 11; the friction layer 5, spring 12, and spring 11 all have gaps with the inner side of the sealing cover 3; the magnet 6 and magnet 7 are magnetically repelled to achieve magnetic levitation; the material of the finger electrode inside the electrode cylinder 4 is aluminum; and the material of the friction layer 5 is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

[0025] Figure 2 The diagram shows a front view of the top cover 1, which is identical to the bottom cover 9. Except for the central hole for mounting the shaft 14, the top cover 1 has holes around its perimeter to allow seawater and air to freely enter and exit.

[0026] Figure 3 The diagram shows the unfolded structure of the inner ring of the electrode cylinder 4 with inserted finger electrodes.

[0027] When the wave energy harvesting structure is in operation, it will be fixed on a floating platform or other water surface platform, with part of the structure immersed in seawater. The buoyancy block 8 can keep the internal structure on the water surface under the action of seawater. The rise and fall of the waves will cause the entire internal structure to rise and fall along the axis. Magnet 1 6 and Magnet 2 7 are installed with magnetic repulsion. This structure can lift the power generation structure away from the water surface and can also achieve a buffering function.

[0028] The friction layer 5 is installed between spring 12 and spring 21. When the internal structure moves up and down, the friction layer 5 will move up and down periodically under the combined action of spring 12 and spring 21. During the movement, the friction layer 5 will contact and separate from the two electrodes of the finger electrode inside the electrode cylinder 4, and generate electricity through the coupling effect of friction electrification and electrostatic induction.

Claims

1. A magnetically levitated finger electrode wave energy harvesting structure, specifically comprising: a top cover (1) and a bottom cover (9) fixedly installed at the upper and lower ends of a cylinder (2); a shaft (14) fixedly installed in the center hole of the top cover (1) and the bottom cover (9); a linear bearing one (13) and a linear bearing two (10) installed on the shaft (14); the linear bearing two (10) is fixedly connected to a buoyancy block (8); the buoyancy block (8) is fixedly connected to a magnet two (7); the linear bearing one (13) is fixedly connected to a magnet one (6); the magnet one (6) and the sealing cover (3) form a sealed cavity; an electrode cylinder (4) with a finger electrode structure on its inner side is fixedly installed inside the sealing cover (3); a friction layer (5) is installed between a spring one (12) and a spring two (11); characterized in that, The friction layer (5), spring one (12) and spring two (11) all have gaps with the inside of the sealing cover (3). The friction layer (5) will move up and down periodically under the combined action of spring one (12) and spring two (11). During the movement, the friction layer (5) will contact and separate from the two electrodes of the inner insert electrode of the electrode cylinder (4). It will generate electricity through the coupling effect of friction electrification and electrostatic induction. The magnet one (6) and magnet two (7) are installed with magnetic repulsion to achieve the purpose of magnetic levitation. The material of the inner insert electrode of the electrode cylinder (4) is aluminum. The material of the friction layer (5) is polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

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