Device for operating a motor actuated by natural energies
Patent Information
- Application Number
- EP2023782998
- Authority / Receiving Office
- EP · EP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2022-09-02
- Filing Date
- 2023-08-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-09
AI Technical Summary
Current devices for harnessing natural energy sources, such as windmills and hydraulic power plants, are limited by their dependence on specific environmental conditions and lack versatility, making them insufficient to meet growing energy demands.
A device utilizing two natural fluidic energy sources, leveraging the Archimedean thrust and gravitational forces through a system of interconnected pistons and chambers to capture and convert energy into a hydraulic flow, which is then converted into electrical energy using a hydraulic motor and generator.
The device enhances energy production by harnessing two antagonistic forces, providing a more consistent and versatile energy solution that can meet increasing energy demands without the limitations of single-source dependency.
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Abstract
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Description Title of the invention: DEVICE ENSURING THE START-UP OF A MOTOR POWERED BY NATURAL ENERGIES. technical field
[0001] The field of the invention is that of energy conversion.
[0002] More specifically, the invention relates to a device for producing energy from a natural energy source via two opposing forces, so as to be able to redistribute the energy produced.
[0003] This invention can find its application in particular in the field of hydraulic energy conversion in order to activate a hydraulic motor which can be connected to an electric current generator. Previous art
[0004] The range of potential energy resources has so far been concentrated primarily on fossil fuel sources. Their abundant use, and the fact that they are difficult to circumvent, leads to increasingly pronounced environmental damage and, consequently, to collateral complications, particularly for human health.
[0005] However, so-called "clean" energy sources such as hydroelectric, wind, and solar power have always been exploited. As for fossil fuels, they are increasingly at the root of predicted climate and health problems.
[0006] Among the devices for harnessing so-called "clean" energy sources, windmills, and their evolution into wind turbines, are particularly noteworthy. These devices allow for the capture of wind energy to provide mechanical or electrical power, for example, to grind grain into oil in the case of a windmill, or to generate electricity in the case of a wind turbine.
[0007] However, a drawback of such devices is that they often have unique applications and are localized and non-transferable. Furthermore, these energy production devices, which harness energy from natural sources, are dependent on the flow of those sources. In the case of windmills or wind turbines, the energy that can be harvested depends primarily on the wind blowing at any given moment.
[0008] The same applies in the case of paddle wheels or hydroelectric power plants which recover tidal energy but are dependent on the current in the water.
[0009] Thus, these so-called "clean" energy sources contribute partially to meeting an energy demand whose propensity is only growing, but cannot, at today, it is sufficient to meet all the demand in terms of quantity of energy.
[0010] There is therefore a need to improve such energy production devices from a natural energy source in order to at least partially overcome the disadvantages of the prior art. Description of the invention
[0011] The present invention arises from the observation of a physical phenomenon related to the principle of communicating vessels.
[0012] A tube closed at its base and surmounted by a rigid ring to allow movement of an internal tube, said tube also closed at its base ([Fig. 1]). This internal tube is connected at its upper part to the inner periphery of the ring by a flexible connecting membrane ensuring a seal within the tube. This tube has a degree of freedom of movement.
[0013] At the base of said assembly, a tubular pipe provides the connection with the communicating and open vessel.
[0014] The closed section is filled entirely with liquid and partially with the adjacent vessel.
[0015] From this arrangement, we can see that • The liquid level in the open container meets the level on the base of the inserted tube. • By raising the said vessel; the said vessel empties of liquid as the inserted tube (1-b) rises vertically. • By lowering the said vase; the said vase fills with liquid as the inserted tube descends vertically (1- a). • When the inserted tube is lifted, it exerts a mass equivalent to the density of the liquid in which the tube is immersed. • In this presentation context, Archimedes' thrust is neutralized by rigid walls because the crown is rigid in the upper part of the "master tube". • Alone; in this environment; said atmospheric pressure can only be exerted on surfaces free to move. • As a preamble to [Fig.1], the diagram of a siphon watering trough supports the aforementioned observations;
[0016] In summary, the forces exerted in this mounting profile are • the gravitational force in the context of the descent of the central tube and • the Archimedes' principle during the upward movement of said central tube.
[0017] The invention addresses this need by proposing a device relating to the combined recovery of said two forces to involve them in the valo- system The operation of two energies is based on observations of the physical phenomenon mentioned previously ([Fig.1]); It is based on two natural fluidic energy sources comprising a first circuit ensuring the circulation of a fluid flow and therefore the recovery of energy ([Fig.2]); Followed by a second circuit ensuring a hydraulic flow to finalize the energy production of the device ([Fig.6]). - a storage tank ([Fig.2] - 3) of said fluid comprising an outlet ([Fig.2] - 32) allowing to supply fluid to said circuit, and an inlet for recovery of said fluid having circulated in said circuit ([Fig.2] - 31), so as to form a closed loop; - a main valve ([Fig.2] - 32) provided at the outlet of the storage tank, so as to regulate the flow of fluid leaving the tank; - a first sealed chamber, ([Fig.2] -1) fluidly connected to said storage tank, - Said first chamber is a tank positioned vertically and of the same height as the storage tank - The said first chamber comprises • a first upper plate (Fig. 2-12) fixed to the upper end of said first tank. Said first upper plate having • a central opening and • an air vent (Fig. 2-11); • a first lower plate (Fig. 2-14) fixed to the lower end of said first tank. Said first lower plate has • a central opening to allow the movement of the double-acting cylinder rod (Fig. 2-7) controlled by said piston • the mounting holes for the double-acting cylinder flange • and an opening on said lower plate (Fig. 2-13) accommodating the fluid reflux pipe (Fig. 2-14) • In the said first chamber, a first piston moves (Fig. 2-5). Said first piston is a tank that slides vertically in a sealed manner in said first chamber. • Said first piston being configured to move through said first central orifice of said first upper plate; • In this case, in at least one mode, a flexible conical sleeve with a collar at its base is assembled by tightening a crown onto said collar via bolting and jointing compound on said first plate superior of the said first chamber. • According to another particular embodiment of the invention, the piston portion emerging from the chamber may also consist of a chromed or composite material ring sliding in a tube and seals capable of ensuring the sliding of the assembly without causing "Counterpressures". • In the central part and under the base of the first piston, a nut ring (Fig. 3-8) is welded onto which the head of the double-acting cylinder rod (Fig. 3-7) is screwed. To secure the rod of the first double-acting cylinder, a locknut is screwed under the base to maintain the tightness of the clamping. • The rod of said first double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7) is fixed on the base of said first piston at the point of its center so as to accompany its vertical sliding; • The flange of said first double-acting cylinder (Fig. 3-1) is bolted onto the lower plate of said first chamber (Fig. 2-1). • On said flange, a seal (Fig. 3-6) ensures sealing in said chamber. A second sealed chamber ([Fig. 2]-2), fluidly connected to said storage tank ([Fig. 2]-3), The said second chamber is a tank positioned vertically and of the same height as the storage tank. The said second chamber comprises • a first upper plate (Fig. 2 - 22) fixed to the upper end of said second tank. Said first upper plate having • a central opening and • an air vent (Fig. 2 - 21); • a first lower plate (Fig. 2 - 23) fixed to the lower end of said second tank. Said first lower plate has • a central opening to allow the rod of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8) linked to the piston to move • the mounting holes for the double-acting cylinder flange • An opening to accommodate the fluid reflux line (Fig. 2 - 24). • The second piston operates in said second chamber (Fig. 2-6). • Said second piston is a tank sliding vertically in a sealed manner in said second chamber. • Said second piston being configured to pass through said first central orifice of said second upper plate; • In this case, according to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, a flexible conical sleeve provided with a collar at its base is assembled by tightening a crown onto said collar via bolting and jointing compound on said plate second upper plate of said second chamber. • According to another particular embodiment of the invention, the piston portion emerging from the chamber can also be constituted by a galvanized ring sliding in a tube and seals of the cylinder type to ensure the sliding of said piston without causing "Counterpressures". In the central part and within the base of the second piston, a nut-ring ([Fig. 3] -8) is welded, onto which the head of the double-acting cylinder rod is screwed. To secure the rod of the second double-acting cylinder, a locknut maintains the tightness of the clamping. The rod of said second double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2] -8) is fixed on the base of said second piston at the location of its center of gravity so as to accompany its vertical sliding; The flange of said second double-acting cylinder ([Fig.3]-1) is bolted onto the lower plate of said second chamber ([Fig.2]-2). On the flange, a seal ([Fig. 3]-6) ensures a tight seal in the chamber. The oil intake of the front chamber of the first double-acting cylinder is attached to the first piston ([Fig. 2]-5). The oil intake of the front chamber of the second double-acting cylinder ([Fig. 3]-2) is attached to the second piston ([Fig. 2]-6). During assembly and when introducing hydraulic oil into the line ([Fig. 3]-3), one of the two pistons must be in the raised position and its counterpart in the lowered position. For convenience, this assembly can be carried out at the very beginning of the operation. So that the vertical movement of both of the said first ([Fig.2] - 5) and second piston ([Fig.2] - 6) are contrary and opposites. • The implementation of the means of sealing the chambers ([Fig.2] - 1) and ( [Fig.2] - 2) must not impact the sliding of the respective pistons. • A fluid flow receiving tank (Fig. 2-4) at the end of the path comprising • The arrival of a pipe (Fig. 2-14) from the first lower plate (Fig. 2-13) of the first chamber (Fig. 2-1) equipped in this interval with an electromagnetic valve • The arrival of a pipe (Fig. 2-24) from the second lower plate (Fig. 2-23) of the second chamber (Fig. 2-2) equipped in this interval with an electromagnetic valve • Said receiving tank is positioned on a lower level than the base of said two chambers - an electronic control circuit ([Fig.5]) powered by an electrical power source; in this case a 12-volt DC battery. Presentation of the figures
[0018] - Other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become more apparent upon reading the following description, given by way of simple illustration and not limitation, in relation to the figures, among which: - [Fig. la] is a schematic view of the low position of the communicating vessel of the physical principle source of the realization of the said invention; - [Fig. 1b] is a schematic view of the low position of the communicating vessel of the physical principle source of the realization of the said invention; - [Fig.2] is a partial schematic view of the device illustrating an overview of the force capture device; - [Fig.3] is a partial schematic view of the device of [Fig.2], illustrating the control of the double-acting cylinders to the pistons; - [Fig.4] is a partial schematic view of the device in [Fig.2], illustrating the device ready to be put into operation; - [Fig. 5] is a partial schematic view of the electrical control system via 3 five-pin relays and two limit switches - [Fig. 6] is a partial schematic view of the electrical and electronic control circuit composed of sensors (2 units), 5-pin relays (3 units) and solenoid valves (8 units).;
[0019] Detailed description of several embodiments of the invention - the circuit for capturing the energy produced under the alternating action of • the Archimedes' principle buoyant force on the first piston of the first chamber and • at the same time as the force of gravity exerted by the second piston of the second chamber - Thus, the invention proposes a new and inventive approach that makes it possible to resolve at least in part some of the drawbacks of the prior art. - In particular, by recovering energy produced by two opposing forces brought into condition and coming from the two natural sources that are "Archimedes' principle and its opposite, the gravitational force". - To ensure the device is operational • The reservoir (Fig. 2-3) is filled with hydraulic fluid and kept full. According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the main valve is manually operated at the reservoir outlet. This allows a user to maintain control over the fluid flow within the solution. • For the first chamber ([Fig.2]-1); • The air purge (Fig. 2-11) of said first chamber is unscrewed. • The solenoid valve (Fig. 4-1) is activated if it has an isolated electrical circuit and therefore opens the flow between said tank and said first chamber. Depending on the assembly, it is possible to open the valve from a bypass located across the pipe of said solenoid valve; • The hydraulic fluid fills the said chamber • as the air is evacuated • As soon as the fluid starts to overflow, the drain plug is tightened. • For the second chamber ([Fig.2]-2); • The air purge (Fig. 2-21) of said first chamber is unscrewed. • The solenoid valve (Fig. 4-2) is activated if it has an isolated electrical circuit and therefore opens the flow between said tank and said first chamber. Depending on the assembly, it is possible to open the valve from a bypass located across the pipe of said solenoid valve; • The fluid fills the said chamber • as the air is evacuated • As soon as the fluid starts to overflow, the drain plug is tightened. on its support the first cycle of the specific fluidic circuit is activated and to do so • The mechanism is activated by the main closure of the electrical circuit control (Fig. 5); which will simultaneously trigger; • From the first chamber (Fig. 2-1); • From the limit switch (Fig. 4-41) (the relay concept gives priority to this function) From the second double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8); • The electrical circuit of the solenoid valve (Fig. 4-1), in the normally closed position, opens • At the same time, the electrical circuit of the solenoid valve (Fig. 4-3), in the normally closed position, opens • The fluid flow from the reservoir (Fig. 2 - 3) • enters the first chamber (Fig. 2-1) • by fluidly supplying said chamber; • while simultaneously exerting said Archimedes' thrust; • on said first piston (Fig. 2-5); • whose force is driven by its density. • In conjunction, the first double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7); • Accompanies said piston in its upward movement • And forces the hydraulic oil contained in the "front" chamber of said cylinder to transfer it to the opposite "front" chamber of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8) • According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the device synchronizes said first and second pistons being coupled via a hydraulic line (Fig. 3-3). • Regarding the first cylinder (Fig. 2-7), it is bolted to the lower plate (Fig. 2-13) of the chamber (Fig. 2-1) by means of a cylinder head flange. The rod, centered in the first chamber, moves freely within it and is controlled by the first piston. (Fig. 2-5). The role of this first cylinder (Fig. 2-7) is to capture the forces emitted by the work performed and transmit them downstream. This junction between the first cylinder (Fig. 2-7) and the first piston (Fig. 2-5) allows forces to be translated into both push and pull From the second chamber (Fig. 2-2); • As mentioned previously, the electrical circuit of the solenoid valve (Fig. 4-3), in the normally closed position, opens, • the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-2) is in the "normally closed" position and therefore the fluid flow between the reservoir (Fig.2-3) and said chamber (Fig.2-2) is blocked; • The fluid flow circuit runs directly from the said chamber to the receiving tank (Fig. 2-4) at the end of the path • the piston (Fig. 2-6) is surrounded in said chamber by the fluidic column neutralized by the Archimedes' thrust by the rigidity of the upper plate (Fig. 2-22) • As mentioned previously (Fig. 1), the gravitational force then acts on the bottom of said piston (Fig. 2-6) and; • Said piston begins a descent driven by its density; • While evacuating a volume of fluid from said chamber (Fig. 2-2) corresponding to the volume displaced by said piston (Fig. 2-6) towards the receiving tank (Fig. 2-4). • In conjunction, the second double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8); • Accompanies said piston (Fig. 2-6) in its descent; • The hydraulic oil contained in the main chamber of said cylinder (Fig. 2-8) is discharged under the force transmitted to the energy recovery unit (Fig. 6) thus produced • Regarding the second double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8), it is bolted to the lower plate (Fig. 2-23) using a flange at the cylinder head. The rod, centered in the second chamber (Fig. 2-2), moves freely within it, controlled by the first piston. The role of this second double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8) is to capture the forces generated by the work performed and transmit them downstream. This connection between the second cylinder (Fig. 2-8) and the second piston (Fig. 2-6) allows the forces to be translated into both push and pull. • All filling the "front" chamber with hydraulic oil of said cylinder (Fig. 2-8) from the "front" chamber of the opposing double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7). • At the same time, a pump submerged in said tank (Fig. 2-4) raises the fluid towards the upper orifice (Fig. 2-31) of the reservoir (Fig. 2-3) To close the first cycle of the fluidic circuit, at the end of the stroke of the double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2] -7), the end-of-stroke signal ([Fig.4] - 40) of said cylinder triggers the signal to initiate the second cycle - According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, said fluid flow between the reservoir (Fig. 2-3) and said first chamber (Fig. 2-1) is controlled by closing the electrical circuit of the first electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-1) and thus allowing said fluid to flow until the moment of the limit switch signal (Fig. 4-40) giving the signal on the electrical circuit imposing: Opening the electrical circuit of the first solenoid valve ([Fig. 4]-1) blocks the fluid flow between the reservoir ([Fig. 2]-3) and the first chamber ([Fig. 2]-1); and therefore, conversely, closing the electrical circuit of the second solenoid valve ([Fig. 4]-2) opens to allow the fluid flow between the reservoir ([Fig. 2]-3) and the second chamber ([Fig. 2]-2). Thus, from the second chamber ([Fig. 2]-2); • When the electrical circuit of the solenoid valve is closed (Fig. 4-2); in the normally closed position, it opens to allow drain the fluid; • Simultaneously, the electrical circuit of the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-4) in the normally closed position opens to allow the fluid to flow; • The fluid flow from the reservoir (Fig. 2 - 3) • enters the second chamber (Fig. 2-2) • by fluidly supplying said chamber; • while simultaneously exerting said Archimedes' thrust; • Via said second piston (Fig. 2-6); • Force driven by its density. • In conjunction, the second double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8); • Accompanies said piston in its upward movement • And forces the hydraulic oil contained in the "front" chamber of said cylinder (Fig. 2-8) to transfer it to the "front" chamber of the opposite double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7) From the first chamber ([Fig.2]- 1); • As mentioned previously, the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-1) in the normally closed position returns to its initial position by opening its electrical circuit; • the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-1) is in the "normally closed" position and therefore the fluid flow between the said chamber (Fig.2-2) and the reservoir (Fig.2-3) is blocked; • The electrical circuit of the solenoid valve (Fig. 4-4) is closed and therefore allows the fluid to flow from said chamber (Fig. 2-1) • The fluid flow circuit circulates directly from the said chamber (Fig. 2-1) to the receiving tank (Fig. 2-4) at the end of the path • the piston (Fig. 2-5) is surrounded in said chamber (Fig. 2-1) by the fluidic column neutralized from the Archimedes' thrust by the rigidity of the upper plate (Fig. 2-22) • As mentioned previously (Fig. 1), the gravitational force then acts on the bottom of said piston and; • Said piston begins a descent driven by its density; • While evacuating from said chamber a corresponding volume of fluid towards the receiving tank (Fig.2-4). • In conjunction, the second double-acting “cylinder” (Fig.2-7); • Accompanies said piston in its descent • The hydraulic oil contained in the main chamber of said cylinder (Fig. 2-7) is evacuated under the force transmitted to the group (Fig. 6) for the recovery of energy thus produced • All filling the "front" chamber with hydraulic oil of said cylinder (Fig. 2-7) from the "front" chamber of the opposite double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8). • At the same time, a pump submerged in said tank (Fig. 2-4) rises towards the upper opening (Fig. 2-31) of the reservoir (Fig. 2-3) To close the second cycle of the fluidic circuit, at the end of the stroke of the double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2]-7), the end-of-stroke signal ([Fig.4]-40) of said cylinder triggers the signal to restart the first cycle According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the device, the cycles follow each other thanks to the parameters dictated by the control panel ([Fig.5] ), giving the device an automatic appearance and therefore its motorization. To finalize the device, the two forces expressed by the motor can be translated into electrical energy as follows ([Fig.6]); The physical setup of the device is thus composed A hydraulic motor ([Fig.6]-7) is supplied with hydraulic oil via the line ([Fig.6]-10) from the power drive unit. After operation in the motor, the hydraulic oil flows from the motor outlet ([Fig.6]-12) to the upper opening ([Fig.6]-13) of the hydraulic oil reservoir ([Fig.6]-9). In the lower part of said reservoir, a pipe ensures the flow of said hydraulic oil to the main chamber of the dedicated double-acting cylinder, which can only be ensured by opening the electromagnetic valve on said pipe. The pulley ([Fig.6]- 14) of said hydraulic motor, is connected to the pulley ([Fig.6]- 15) of the adjoining electricity generator ([Fig.6]-8) by a transmission belt (([Fig.6]- 16); The electromagnetic valves ([Fig.6]-3); ([Fig.6]-4); ([Fig.6]-5) and ([Fig.6]-6) proportionally sized to the force production circuit ensure the circulation of the hydraulic oil. The device is thus put into operation; According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the intakes are joined from the first device, called the motorization device, to the second device responsible for converting the energy produced by the two forces exerted by the Archimedes' principle added to the pressure gravitational as follows: • The connection is made from the outlet of the main chamber (Fig.3-50) of the first double-acting cylinder (Fig.2-7) controlled by the piston (Fig.-5) of the first chamber (Fig.2-1) to the first connection (Fig.6-1) of the electricity production mechanism. • Simultaneously, the connection is made from the outlet of the main chamber (Fig.3-51) of the second double-acting cylinder (Fig.2-8) controlled by the piston (Fig.2-6) of the second chamber (Fig.2-2) to the second connection (Fig.6-2) of the electricity production mechanism. The solenoid valves are connected to the panel (([Fig.5]) and coupled in such a way as to ensure proper flow and fluid circulation of the liquids. In first automated operation, during the initial operation which consists of closing the electrical circuit of the pilot electromagnetic valve ([Fig.4]-1) whose primary function is to open the fluidic circuit between the tank ([Fig.2]-3) and the reference chamber ([Fig.2]-1); jointly; • Simultaneously, the electrical circuit of the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 6-5) at the outlet of the reservoir (Fig. 6-9) is closed, and therefore, said electromagnetic valve opens the hydraulic oil circuit to the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7) and thus supplies said chamber; • Simultaneously, closing the electrical circuit of the solenoid valve. The solenoid valve (Fig. 6-4) opens the hydraulic oil circuit to the hydraulic motor (Fig. 6-7) to supply said motor with pressurized hydraulic oil from the cylinder to the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8). Once the first cycle is completed by the opening of the electrical circuit which controls the closing of the solenoid valves of the references mentioned previously ([Fig.4]-1), ([Fig.6]-4) and ([Fig.6]-5) the second cycle begins by the closing of the electrical circuit of the second electromagnetic "pilot" valve with the opening ([Fig.4]-2), whose initial function is to open the fluidic circuit between the tank ([Fig.2]-3) and the reference chamber ([Fig.2]-2); jointly; • Closing the electrical circuit of the electromagnetic valve (Fig. 6-6) at the outlet of the reservoir (Fig. 6-9) opens the hydraulic oil circuit to the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-8) and thus supplies said chamber; • Simultaneously, closing the electrical circuit of the solenoid valve (Fig. 6-5) opens the circuit to the hydraulic motor (Fig. 6-7) to supply it with hydraulic oil from the cylinder to the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7) - And so on, the cycles follow one another thanks to the parameters dictated by the control panel ([Fig.5]), giving the device an automatic appearance and therefore; its motorization. - According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, apart from the tank outlet valve (Fig. 2-3), said valves are all electromagnetic in the fluid flow related to the tank and the hydraulic oil flow - This makes it possible to automate the production of energy by the said system and to obscure the manipulations that would be required by human intervention.
[0020] For one cycle, the first force is exerted in the upward phase by means of the Archimedes' thrust on the first piston ([Fig.2]-5) of said first chamber ([Fig.2] - 1) and therefore on the first double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2]-7).
[0021] Simultaneously, the second force is exerted in the downward phase by means of the gravity exerted on the second piston ([Fig.2]-6) of said second chamber ([Fig.2]-2) and therefore on the second double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2]-8).
[0022] According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, during the different cycles, these first and second pistons will ensure alternating back-and-forth movements, the sequence of these cycles ensures; thanks to the added recovery of the two forces involved; to be able to activate a generator ([Fig.6]-8) and in continuity; the system ensures energy production; According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, said first and second chambers; said first and second pistons, as well as the main reservoir, are made of a material having a smooth surface and high rigidity. Depending on the embodiment, it is possible to use a wide variety of materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, etc., or even composite materials or chrome-plated parts to ensure excellent sliding and perfect sealing within said chambers. - According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the device comprises four electromagnetic valves arranged in the following way at the level of the energy production circuit to diffuse the circulation of fluid: • A first electromagnetic valve (Fig. 4-1) located between the reservoir and said first chamber; • A second electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-2) provided between said second chamber and said end-of-cycle tank; • A third electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-3) provided between the tank and said second chamber; • A fourth electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-4) provided between said second chamber and said end-of-cycle reservoir; • According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the device coordinates as shown in the appendix in the table [Fig.5] • The simultaneous closure of the electrical circuit and therefore, the simultaneous opening of said first electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-1) to said third electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-3); • At the same time, the simultaneous opening of the electrical circuit and therefore; said second electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-2) and said fourth electromagnetic valve (Fig.4-4) remain closed; • The openings and closings of said electromagnetic valves will alternate in the same functional coupling. • These commands are ensured by the limit switches (Fig.3-40) (Fig.4-41) located on each of the said double-acting cylinders.
[0023] This ensures that the fluid flows in a very specific direction within the circuit. - and by the said function of the hydroelectric production circuit of the device, begins • from the lower orifice of the "main" chamber of the first double-acting cylinder (Fig.2-7) whose tubular junction (Fig.3-50) is attached to the hydroelectric unit (Fig.6) by the fitting (Fig.6-1) • which closes said circuit, ultimately leading to the lower orifice of the "main" chamber of the second double-acting cylinder (Fig.2-8), whose tubular junction (Fig.3-51) is attached to the hydroelectric unit (Fig.6) by the fitting (Fig.6-2) • The following are added to the course of said hydraulic circuit: • A hydraulic reservoir (Fig. 6-9) with two outlets, each equipped with an electromagnetic solenoid valve (Fig. 6-5) and (Fig. 6-6) • A hydraulic motor with two inlets, each equipped with an electromagnetic solenoid valve (Fig. 6-3) and (Fig. 6-4) • Said hydraulic motor (Fig.6-7) is connected to said hydraulic reservoir (Fig.6-9) via a hydraulic hose (Fig.6-12) • And finally, an electric generator (Fig. 6-8) is connected to the hydraulic motor (Fig. 6-7) via a set of pulleys (Fig. 6-14) and (Fig. 6-15) driven by a belt (Fig. 6-16). - According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the direction of hydraulic fluid flow at the level of each of the chambers is regulated and coordinated by the arrangement of the different components of said device.
[0024] The invention initially relates to a method for producing energy from two natural energy sources expressed via fluidic means according to one of the aforementioned experimental embodiments. The method comprises a plurality of cycles, each cycle including the following successive steps. The primary circuit contributes to the recovery of energy produced by two distinct natural forces, which, as a reminder, is achieved as follows: - complete filling of the tank; • This is ensured continuously by a submersible pump connecting the end-of-cycle tank to the reservoir, which includes an overflow system at the top. - opening of the main valve with manual opening at the outlet of the tank; - activation of the first electromagnetic valve; • at the same time, remove the air vent located on the first upper plate and, • consecutively; flow of fluid from the reservoir into said first chamber; • the first piston is raised by sliding in said first chamber, causing said first double-acting cylinder to rise; • Once the first chamber is filled with fluid, the air vent located on the first upper plate is then screwed in. - deactivation of the first electromagnetic valve; - activation of said third electromagnetic valve; • at the same time, remove the air vent located on the second upper plate and, • consecutively; flow of fluid from the reservoir into said second chamber; • raising of the second piston by sliding in said second chamber, causing the raising of said second double-acting cylinder; • Once the second chamber is filled with fluid, the air vent located on the second plate is then screwed in. superior - deactivation of the third electromagnetic valve; - In practice, a manual valve bypass is positioned above the aforementioned first and second electromagnetic valves.
[0025] The invention relates to a second circuit for recovering forces to enhance said energy production process from two natural energy sources expressed via fluidic means according to one of the aforementioned experimental embodiments. Said enhancement process comprises a controlled hydraulic circuit, which includes: • A supply circuit for the "main" chamber of said first cylinder ([Fig.2]-7) with double double acting during the action of the Archimedes thrust on said first piston of said first chamber ([Fig.2]-2). • The closure of the electrical circuit of the fifth solenoid valve (Fig. 6-5); which opens the hydraulic oil circuit to the first double-acting cylinder (Fig. 2-7). • The opening of the electrical circuit of the sixth electromagnetic valve (Fig.6-3); which closes the hydraulic oil circuit to said hydraulic motor; • A double-acting discharge circuit of the "main" chamber of said second cylinder ([Fig.2] -8) during the action of the gravitational force on said second piston during its descent into said second chamber. • Originating from the "main" chamber of said second double-acting cylinder ([Fig.2]-8), the hydraulic circuit is controlled by: • The closure of the electrical circuit of the seventh electromagnetic valve (Fig.6-4); which opens the hydraulic oil circuit to said hydraulic motor; • The opening of the electrical circuit of the eighth solenoid valve (Fig. 6-6); which closes the hydraulic oil circuit to said hydraulic oil reservoir;
[0026] The general principle of the invention is based on the implementation of two coupled pistons mounted in opposite motion, so that a translation of one of said first or second pistons along a direction D, corresponding to a vertical direction therefore directed towards the center of the Earth, in one direction is compensated by a translation of the other of the first or second pistons along the direction D in the opposite direction.
[0027] The mechanism is activated by the controlled circulation of a hydraulic fluid through a pre-established hydraulic circuit. The progression of this fluid pressurizes and depressurizes two pistons located within two chambers. Pistons ensuring a controlled reciprocating motion. Thanks to this alternating animation of the two opposing forces, Archimedes' principle and the pressure exerted in the form of gravitational force, work is ultimately produced.
[0028] This device includes, for this purpose, components in the upper part intended mainly for capturing forces and a lower level whose purpose will be to translate said forces into a hydraulic circuit resulting in the production of electrical energy in the present case.
[0029] According to a particular aspect of at least one embodiment of the invention, the device must be considered on the basis of two distinct forces that are cumulative. These forces do not perform all the work because friction forces, inertia, and other resistances such as fluid backflow from the tank at the end of the fluidic path also come into play. Nevertheless, the balance quickly becomes positive. A power output can be determined based on the analysis of parameters and the dimensioning of the device. Potential industrial applications
[0030] In an environment where the development, research and enhancement of natural energies takes on its full meaning, this device will be able to integrate into the economic landscape.
[0031] Furthermore, the size of said device will remain modest compared to wind turbine-type structures;
[0032] And, the primary advantage lies in the fact that the device can be accelerated, decelerated, or even stopped on demand.
[0033] What's more! Its installation can be considered near areas of electricity consumption...
Claims
Claims
1. Device proposing a motorization system by the use of two nested antagonistic natural fluid energy sources comprising: - a controlled circuit for circulating a flow of fluid; - a storage tank (3) for said fluid comprising an outlet (32) for supplying fluid to said circuit, - and an inlet (31) for recovering said fluid having circulated in said circuit, so as to form a closed loop - a main valve (32) provided at the outlet of the storage tank (32), so as to regulate the flow of fluid leaving the tank; - a first sealed chamber (1), fluidically connected to said storage tank (9), said first chamber (1) comprises; • a first upper plate (12) fixed to one end of said first chamber (1); said first upper plate (12) having a first central opening and an air discharge orifice (11); • a first piston (5) is mounted and slides in a vertical direction in a sealed manner in said first chamber (1); said first piston (5) being configured to fluctuate through said first central opening of said first upper plate (12); • a first lower plate (14) fixed to one end of said first chamber (1) opposite the end to which the first upper plate (12) is fixed • a first cylinder (7) fixed to said first piston (5) at the location of the center of said lower plate (13) so as to accompany its vertical sliding; - a second sealed chamber (2), fluidically connected to said storage tank (3), said second chamber (2) comprises: • a second upper plate (22) fixed to a end of said second chamber (2), said second upper plate (22) having a second central opening and an air discharge orifice (21); • a second piston (6) is mounted and slides in a vertical direction in a sealed manner in said second chamber (2), said second piston (6) being configured to fluctuate through said second central opening of said second upper plate (22); • a second lower plate (23) fixed to one end of said second chamber (2) opposite the end to which the second upper plate (22) is fixed: • a second cylinder (7) fixed to said second piston (8) at the center of said lower plate (23) so as to accompany its vertical sliding; - Said first (5) and second pistons (6) being coupled and mounted to act according to a contrary movement, so that a translation of one of said first (5) or second pistons (6) according to a vertical axis and; under the differentiated action • Archimedes' pressure; • The force of gravity; An alternating translation of one and the other of said first (1) or second piston (2), in the upward and downward direction depending on the instant - intake and discharge system comprising: • A receiving tank (4) at the base of the installation at the end of the fluid work path • A pump submerged in said tank to return the fluid to the main tank (31) and keep said tank (3) full - an electronic control circuit of the device is powered by a power source which can be a simple standard 12 volt battery.
2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that said main valve (32) can be manual or motorized.
3. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said flow of fluid between the storage tank (3) and said first chamber (1) is activated by an electromagnetic valve (1) then, alternatively; said flow of fluid between the tank (3) and said second chamber (2) is controlled by an electromagnetic valve (2).
4. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said first piston (5) and said second piston (6) can be made of composite materials for their lightness and can be partially chrome-plated to ensure good sliding and maintain the internal sealing of said first (1) and second (2) chamber.
5. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said first piston (5) is mounted in a sealed manner in said first chamber (1) by means of a first flange fixed on the periphery of said first double-acting hydraulic cylinder (7) and said second piston (6) is mounted in a sealed manner in said second chamber (2) by means of a second flange fixed on the periphery of said second double-acting cylinder (8).
6. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said double-acting hydraulic cylinders (7) (8) are controlled by said pistons (5) and (6) on the one hand, and on the other hand ensure their synchronization of translational movements by a pipe (3) which associates them.
7. Device according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said double-acting cylinders are provided with end-of-stroke sensors. When the first piston (5) reaches the end of its stroke, the signal from the sensor (40) opens the electrical circuit of the pilot electromagnetic valve (1) and at the same time closes the electrical circuit of the pilot electromagnetic valve (2).
8. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electrical circuit of said first pilot electromagnetic valve (1) closes to open the flow of fluid; simultaneously; - the electrical circuit of said second solenoid valve- magnetic valve (2) opens and closes the flow of fluid the electrical circuit of said third electromagnetic valve (3) closes to open the flow of fluid the electrical circuit of said fourth electromagnetic valve (4) opens and closes the flow of fluid thus, said first piston (5) is pushed back by the Archimedes thrust, simultaneously said second piston (6) undergoes the gravitational force and lowers into said chamber (2).
9. Device according to the preceding claim, is characterized in that the preceding action of the Archimedes thrust and the force of gravity represents a cycle. At the end of said cycle, the electrical circuit switches to alternate the work of the forces and engage the second cycle.
10. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connection (51) of the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (7); in the upward phase of the piston (5) of the first chamber will suck the hydraulic oil coming from the hydraulic reservoir (9). Simultaneously, the fifth electromagnetic valve (3) closes the flow of fluid towards the hydraulic motor (7) while the seventh electromagnetic valve allows the fluid to flow from said reservoir (5).
11. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connection (51) of the main chamber of the double-acting cylinder (8); in the descent phase of the piston (6) of the second chamber will discharge the hydraulic oil towards the hydraulic motor (7). Simultaneously, the sixth electromagnetic valve (6) closes the flow of fluid towards said hydraulic reservoir (9). while the eighth electromagnetic valve (9) allows the fluid to flow towards the hydraulic motor (7).
12. Method for producing energy from a device using two sources of natural fluidic energy, according to any one of claims 1 to 10, the method being composed of a plurality of cycles, each of said cycles comprising the following successive steps: complete filling of the reservoir; closing of the electronic circuit; opening of the main valve with manual opening; - activation of the first electromagnetic valve; - activation of the third electromagnetic valve; - flow of fluid from the reservoir into said first chamber - flow of fluid from said second chamber to the end-of-cycle reservoir - raising of the first piston by sliding in said first chamber; - simultaneously, descent of the second piston into said second chamber - deactivation of the first electromagnetic valve; - deactivation of the third electromagnetic valve - activation of the second electromagnetic valve; - activation of the fourth electromagnetic valve - flow of fluid from the reservoir into said second chamber - causing the second piston of said second chamber to rise; - simultaneously, descent of the first piston into said first chamber; - flow of fluid from said first chamber to the end-of-cycle reservoir - deactivation of the second electromagnetic valve.
13. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it can be established by multiple chambers operating in pairs each comprising a piston with a controlled hydraulic cylinder; the object of which will be to combine the forces to optimize the overall power around one or more fluid reservoirs. Said main reservoir(s) will coincide in size and volume with said chambers and related pistons.
14. Method according to claim 11, characterized in that, during a first cycle of said method, the closing of the circuit comprises a preliminary step of activating the motorization device and, ultimately; a production of energy from the activation of two antagonistic natural fluidic energy sources which are Archimedes' thrust and gravitational force.