Power generation method based on system internal force balance

Abstract

The invention relates to the field of new energy and efficient energy conversion, and particularly discloses a power generation method based on system internal force balance. The energy conversion module continuously and circularly moves on the inclined path of the gravity field through the driving mechanism, and internal force generated by a system internal force generation mechanism (such as a buoyancy mechanism or a net gravity mechanism) arranged in the energy conversion module is directly transmitted to the power generation unit through mechanical connection. And the main load (electromagnetic resistance) during the operation of the power generation unit is dynamically balanced. According to the concept, an energy conversion path is reconstructed fundamentally, and the role of external input energy is converted into a system regulator for maintaining system circulation from a traditional main acting person for directly resisting loads, so that environmental gravitational potential energy is efficiently and continuously converted into electric energy to be output. The invention not only provides a new efficient power generation technical scheme, but also provides a clear theoretical basis and technical architecture for breaking through the efficiency bottleneck of a traditional energy conversion mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of new energy and high-efficiency energy conversion, specifically a power generation method based on the balance of internal forces in a system. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of power generation using environmental gravitational potential energy, the mainstream approach relies on directly using externally input energy to drive the generator rotor and overcome its electromagnetic resistance load. This "direct energy counteraction" mode has long dominated the design of related systems. Meanwhile, while attempts to utilize buoyancy as a source of useful work have existed since ancient times, traditional devices have focused on applications such as buoyancy measurement, object support, or positional floating under static or quasi-static conditions. These devices aim to utilize the balance between buoyancy and gravity, but lack effective technical solutions for efficiently converting buoyancy into electrical energy during continuous, directional mechanical motion.

[0003] This lack of explanation of the underlying technological mechanisms leads those skilled in the art to habitually interpret even existing technologies with observable labor-saving effects as extensions of traditional models: that is, they believe that externally inputted energy remains the "main worker" directly used to overcome power generation loads, and that improvements in system efficiency mainly rely on local optimizations of specific mechanical structures. This cognitive bias prevents existing technological paths from fundamentally transforming the role of external energy, thus greatly limiting their potential for breakthroughs in higher efficiency and expansion into diverse application scenarios. Therefore, there is an urgent need in this field to fundamentally reconstruct energy conversion paths, clarifying a new theoretical foundation and technological architecture that can liberate external energy from the role of "main worker" and allow it to primarily assume the role of "system regulator." Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides a power generation method based on system internal force balance. This solves the problem in the prior art where the reliance on the "direct energy confrontation" mode results in a large amount of external input energy being directly consumed to overcome the main electromagnetic resistance load of the power generation unit, thus severely restricting the improvement of energy conversion efficiency and the innovation of system operation paradigm.

[0005] A power generation method based on system internal force balance includes the following steps:

[0006] S1: Input external energy into a drive mechanism;

[0007] S2: The drive mechanism drives an energy conversion module to perform continuous cyclic motion on an inclined path in a gravitational field;

[0008] S3: During the cyclic movement of the energy conversion module, the internal force generated by the pre-set internal force generating mechanism is transmitted to a power generation unit through a mechanical connection to balance the main load generated by the power generation unit during operation.

[0009] S4: The mechanical energy converted by the power generation unit is output as electrical energy.

[0010] Preferably, the internal force generated by the internal force generating mechanism of the system is buoyancy, net weight, or any combination of buoyancy and net weight.

[0011] Preferably, the energy conversion module is a sealed container, which contains the system internal force generating mechanism, the power generation unit, and the transmission mechanism connecting the two.

[0012] Preferably, the energy conversion module is a sealed cylindrical container; the cylindrical container is provided with a power generation box and a central shaft, the power generation unit is disposed in the power generation box, and the power generation box is sleeved and supported on the central shaft by a sealing structure.

[0013] Preferably, the sealing structure includes at least one special bearing assembly; the special bearing assembly includes a bearing, a mirror-finished sealing ring, and a spring that provides preload to the sealing ring.

[0014] Preferably, when the internal force generating mechanism of the system is a buoyancy mechanism, the sealed container is filled with a liquid working medium, and a hollow float is provided in the liquid working medium; the liquid working medium is water or mercury.

[0015] Preferably, when the internal force generating mechanism of the system is a net gravity mechanism, the energy conversion module is completely immersed in an external liquid medium, and a weight is provided inside it.

[0016] Preferably, the transmission mechanism is a speed-increasing gear set.

[0017] Preferably, the drive mechanism is one of a circulating conveyor belt system, a chain drive system, or a track system, used to provide the inclined path and drive the energy conversion module.

[0018] Preferably, in step S3, the parameters of the internal force generating mechanism of the system are adjusted to dynamically balance the torque generated by the internal force with the main load torque of the power generation unit.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] Through the innovative concept of "balancing the load with internal forces," external energy input is freed from its traditional role as the "main worker" and transformed into a "system regulator" primarily used to maintain system circulation. This fundamental shift allows the core load of the power generation unit—electromagnetic resistance—to be pre-balanced by the continuous internal forces generated within the system (such as buoyancy or net gravity), thereby significantly reducing the direct demand for external driving energy and providing a new technological path to overcome the efficiency bottleneck of traditional power generation technologies.

[0021] The external energy input required by the system is mainly used to overcome secondary losses such as friction, while the main energy source for power generation continuously comes from the efficient conversion of environmental gravitational potential energy. This frees the system from dependence on intermittent energy sources such as sunlight and wind power, enabling it to provide a more stable and reliable power output. Furthermore, it has no special geographical requirements for the installation environment, allowing its application scenarios to be widely expanded to various industrial and civil fields. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of the power generation method of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a radial cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 1 (air medium - buoyancy internal force) of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the axial cross-sectional structure of Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a component exploded view of Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a radial cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 2 (water medium - net gravity internal force) of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the axial cross-sectional structure of Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 8 Component exploded view of Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 9 This is a radial cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 3 (water medium - mixed internal force) of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the axial cross-sectional structure of Embodiment 3 of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the components in Embodiment 3 of the present invention.

[0033] Figure label:

[0034] In Example 1: 1. Cylinder; 2. End cap (left side); 3. Belt roller (high position); 4. Rotating shaft (high position); 5. Circulating conveyor belt; 6. External energy input pulley; 7. Low support leg; 8. High support leg; 9. Cable; 10. Bearing (high position); 11. Conveyor belt movement direction; 12. Hollow float; 13. Hollow crescent; 14. Energy conversion drum; 15. Generator box; 16. Central shaft; 17. Low-speed high-torque generator; 18. Push rod; 19. Conductive slip ring; 20. Gear set; 25. Frame; 26. Spring (right side); 27. Mirror sealing ring (right side); 28. Bearing (right side); 29. ​​Belt roller (low position); 30. Bearing (low position); 31. Rotating shaft (low position); 32. Spring (left side); 33. Mirror sealing ring (left side); 34. Bearing (left side); 35. End cap (right side);

[0035] In Example 2: 1. Cylinder; 2. End cap (left side); 3. Belt roller (high position); 4. Rotating shaft (high position); 5. Circulating conveyor belt; 7. Low support leg; 8. High support leg; 9. Cable; 10. Bearing (high position); 11. Conveyor belt movement direction; 14. Energy conversion drum; 15. Generator box; 16. Central shaft; 17. Low-speed high-torque generator; 19. Conductive slip ring; 20. Gear set; 21. Hook; 22. Counterweight; 25. Frame; 26. Spring (right side); 27. Mirror sealing ring (right side); 28. Bearing (right side); 29. ​​Belt roller (low position); 30. Bearing (low position); 31. Rotating shaft (low position); 32. Spring (left side); 33. Mirror sealing ring (left side); 34. Bearing (left side); 35. End cap (right side);

[0036] In Example 3: 1. Cylinder; 2. End cap (left side); 3. Belt roller (high position); 4. Rotating shaft (high position); 5. Circulating conveyor belt; 7. Low support leg; 8. High support leg; 9. Cable; 10. Bearing (high position); 11. Conveyor belt movement direction; 12. Hollow float; 14. Energy conversion drum; 15. Generator box; 16. Central shaft; 17. Low-speed high-torque generator; 18. Push rod; 19. Conductive slip ring; 20. Gear 21. Wheel assembly; 22. Hook; 23. Counterweight; 24. Extension rod; 25. Solid counterweight crescent sickle; 26. Frame; 27. Spring (right side); 28. Mirror seal ring (right side); 29. ​​Bearing (right side); 30. Belt roller (low position); 31. Bearing (low position); 32. Rotating shaft (low position); 33. Spring (left side); 34. Mirror seal ring (left side); 35. Bearing (left side); 36. End cap (right side). Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] Example 1 (Air medium - buoyancy internal force):

[0039] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, this system includes an energy conversion drum 14, which serves as an energy conversion module. It is placed in the air environment and circulates along an inclined path formed by the high support leg 8, low support leg 7, and circulating conveyor belt 5 on the frame 25. The energy conversion drum 14 is a sealed cylindrical container filled with liquid working fluid such as water or mercury, and is equipped with a hollow float 12. It also houses a generator box 15, a central shaft 16, and a gear set 20 and a low-speed, high-torque generator 17, which serve as the transmission mechanism. The generator box 15 is mounted and supported on the central shaft 16. Two sets of special bearing assemblies are arranged between the central shaft 16 and the generator box 15. One set consists of a spring 32, a mirror sealing ring 33, and a bearing 34 located on the left side; the other set consists of a bearing 28, a mirror sealing ring 27, and a spring 26 located on the right side. The sealing surfaces of the mirror sealing rings 27 and 33 that contact the central shaft 16, as well as the contact areas of the bearings 28 and 34 that correspond to the mirror sealing rings, are all machined to be mirror-like, forming a sealing device that completely isolates the liquid working fluid, ensuring that the inside of the generator box 15 is dry.

[0040] The drive mechanism consists of an external energy input pulley 6, a rotating shaft 4, belt rollers 3 and 29, and a circulating conveyor belt 5. A drive motor (not shown in the diagram) provides power and drives the external energy input pulley 6 via belt transmission, thereby driving the entire mechanism to operate synchronously and providing a platform and initial power for the energy conversion roller 14.

[0041] In another embodiment of the present invention, the drive mechanism is not limited to the form of a circulating conveyor belt, but can also employ a chain drive system. In this chain drive embodiment, the circulating conveyor belt 5 is replaced by two sets of parallel circulating chains; correspondingly, the belt rollers 3,29 of the drive mechanism are replaced by driving sprockets that mesh with the chains. Meanwhile, the outer periphery of the end caps 2,35 at both ends of the energy conversion roller 14 is provided with toothed structures to form driven sprockets that mesh with the circulating chains.

[0042] An external power source drives the drive sprocket to rotate, thereby causing the circulating chain and the energy conversion roller 14 meshing with it to circulate along an inclined path. The core principle and energy path for achieving internal force balance and power generation are the same as those in the aforementioned circulating conveyor belt embodiment.

[0043] Force balance principle explanation: The hollow float 12 is connected to the generator box 15 via a push rod 18. The generator box 15 is supported on the central shaft 16 by two sets of special bearing assemblies, and one end of the central shaft 16 is fixedly connected to the end cap 2 of the energy conversion drum 14. When the energy conversion drum 14 rolls along an inclined path in the air, the hollow float 12 inside is immersed in the liquid working medium, generating an upward buoyancy. This buoyancy acts on the generator box 15 off-center from the central shaft 16 via the push rod 18, thereby generating a buoyancy torque that causes the generator box 15 and the rotor of the low-speed, high-torque generator 17 inside to rotate relative to the central shaft 16.

[0044] By setting the volume of the hollow float 12, the density of the liquid working fluid, and the offset distance of the push rod 18, the buoyancy torque can be used to balance the electromagnetic resistance torque generated during the operation of the power generation unit. At the same time, the cylindrical structure and internal fluid of the energy conversion drum allow the buoyancy to be treated as a reaction force within the system, without causing significant resistance to the overall rolling of the drum.

[0045] Thus, through the above structural configuration during dynamic operation, the internal force balance of the main load of the power generation unit is achieved, thereby significantly reducing the external driving energy required to maintain the system cycle.

[0046] During operation, external energy acts as the "system regulator," driving the circulating conveyor belt 5 to lift the energy conversion drum 14 from a low position to a high position. This process primarily provides initial power for system operation. As the drum rolls downward from the high position, its gravitational potential energy is converted into system kinetic energy. This energy is used to maintain system circulation and overcome friction, and also to power the movement of the internal liquid working fluid. Simultaneously, the rolling of the drum excites the release of the enormous gravitational potential energy stored in the internal liquid working fluid mercury. This potential energy manifests as a continuous buoyancy force acting on the hollow float 12. This buoyancy force, as the system's "main energy source," efficiently drives the generator to generate electricity after balancing the main load electromagnetic resistance of the low-speed, high-torque generator 17. The electrical energy is output via the conductive slip ring 19 and cable 9.

[0047] Example 2: Water Medium – Net Gravity Internal Force

[0048] like Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 As shown, this system includes an energy conversion drum 14, which serves as an energy conversion module and is entirely submerged in water. The drum contains air and a generator box 15, which houses a transmission mechanism and a low-speed, high-torque generator 17. A counterweight 22 serves as the system's power source and primary energy source, connected to the generator box 15 via a hook 21. Its sealing structure is similar to that of Embodiment 1.

[0049] Working principle explanation: The counterweight 22 is the core of the power generation drive. Its own weight is much greater than the buoyancy it experiences in the external water medium, thus applying a strong and continuous downward net gravity force to the power generation box 15 through the hook 21.

[0050] When the system is static, the line of action of this net gravity theoretically passes through the center of the central axis 16. When the energy conversion module starts to rotate and drive the generator, the electromagnetic resistance torque of the generator will force the generator box 15 and its associated counterweight 22 to produce a slight hysteresis offset relative to the rotating cylinder, thereby immediately causing the aforementioned net gravity to generate an effective lever arm acting on the generator box 15, forming a net gravity torque.

[0051] When the system is running, this net gravity drives the rotors of the generator box 15 and the low-speed, high-torque generator 17 to rotate. By precisely designing the mass of the counterweight 22, the net gravitational torque generated by this dynamic force can be made equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the electromagnetic resistance torque generated by the low-speed, high-torque generator 17 during operation. Therefore, the main load of the power generation unit is pre-balanced by this internal power.

[0052] Working process: During operation, the circulating conveyor belt 5 consumes external energy to lift the energy conversion roller 14, which is submerged in water, from a low position to a high position.

[0053] As the roller rolls downwards from its highest position, the system enters power generation mode. At this time, the enormous net gravity generated by the counterweight 22, which serves as the primary energy source, becomes the direct power driving the generator. Since the electromagnetic resistance torque of the generator is balanced by the torque formed by this net gravity, this external input energy only needs to overcome a small amount of loss such as friction during the process of maintaining the system's cycle, thereby enabling the system's gravitational potential energy to be efficiently converted into electrical energy.

[0054] Example 3: Water Medium – Mixed Internal Forces

[0055] like Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, this system is a combination and extension of the first and second embodiments. The energy conversion drum 14 is completely submerged in water and filled with liquid working fluid. Inside, there is a hollow float 12, a counterweight 22, and a solid crescent-shaped counterweight 24 connected by an extension rod 23, together forming a combined internal force generating mechanism. Its generator box 15 also contains a transmission mechanism and a low-speed, high-torque generator 17. By adjusting the extension rod 23 to change the lever arm of the solid crescent-shaped counterweight 24, its gravitational torque acting on the generator box 15 can be precisely controlled. This torque works synergistically with the net weight generated by the counterweight 22 and the buoyancy generated by the hollow float 12. Its sealing structure is similar to that of the aforementioned embodiments.

[0056] Force balance principle explanation: In this combined mechanism, buoyancy and net weight work together to provide a composite internal force field that can be adjusted over a wide range. By coordinating the design parameters of the pontoon and counterweight, a resultant torque that is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the electromagnetic drag torque of the generator can be dynamically generated during system operation, thereby achieving precise load balance.

[0057] Working Process: During operation, the energy conversion process integrates the features of Examples 1 and 2. Buoyancy and net gravity work together as the main energy sources of the system, forming a powerful resultant force through mechanical coupling. This not only significantly increases the total output power of the system, but its inherent complementarity and adjustability also ensure the robustness and stability of load balance under all operating conditions, thereby achieving a higher overall efficiency in the energy conversion process.

[0058] The embodiments of the present invention are given for the purposes of illustration and description. Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made by those skilled in the art to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A power generation method based on system internal force balance, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1: Input external energy into a drive mechanism; S2: The drive mechanism drives an energy conversion module to perform continuous cyclic motion on an inclined path in a gravitational field; S3: During the cyclic movement of the energy conversion module, the internal force generated by the pre-set internal force generating mechanism is transmitted to a power generation unit through a mechanical connection to balance the main load generated by the power generation unit during operation. S4: The mechanical energy converted by the power generation unit is output as electrical energy.

2. The power generation method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The internal force generated by the internal force generating mechanism of the system is buoyancy, net weight, or any combination of buoyancy and net weight.

3. The power generation method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The energy conversion module is a sealed container, which contains the system internal force generating mechanism, the power generation unit, and the transmission mechanism connecting the two.

4. The power generation method according to claim 3, characterized in that, The energy conversion module is a sealed cylindrical container; a generator box and a central shaft are provided inside the cylindrical container, the generator unit is set inside the generator box, and the generator box is fitted and supported on the central shaft by a sealing structure.

5. The power generation method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sealing structure includes at least one special bearing assembly; the special bearing assembly includes a bearing, a mirror-finished sealing ring, and a spring that provides preload to the sealing ring.

6. The power generation method according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the internal force generating mechanism of the system is a buoyancy mechanism, the sealed container is filled with a liquid working medium, and a hollow float is provided in the liquid working medium; the liquid working medium is water or mercury.

7. The power generation method according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the internal force generating mechanism of the system is a net gravity mechanism, the energy conversion module is completely immersed in an external liquid medium, and a weight is provided inside it.

8. The power generation method according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transmission mechanism is a speed-increasing gear set.

9. The power generation method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism is one of a circulating conveyor belt system, a chain drive system, or a track system, used to provide the inclined path and drive the energy conversion module.

10. The power generation method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S3, by adjusting the parameters of the internal force generating mechanism of the system, the torque generated by the internal force is dynamically balanced with the main load torque of the power generation unit.

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