Electromagnetic rechargeable battery

Abstract

An electromagnetic rechargeable battery comprises: an electrolyte; at least one pair of electrodes 104, 106, electrically connected and partially submerged in the electrolyte; and at least one electro

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

[001] The present invention relates to electromagnetic rechargeable batteries and, more specifically, to a battery system that incorporates electromagnets to improve battery performance and a Battery Management System (BMS) for controlling and monitoring battery operations. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[002] Batteries have played a significant role in various applications like electric vehicles and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). They have become an essential choice due to their ability to provide instant power when required. Batteries simply put are a reservoir for power to be released on demand. There are many types but the most common type are chemical batteries. A dam is a de facto battery in that it has the potential energy to release when required. Simply described a chemical battery consists of plates to attract negative and positive charged particles to one plate of the other. Battery chemistry allows unidirectional flow of charges and is reversible. Chemical batteries are reversible ‘redox’ processes or reduction-oxidation processes but the flow of electrons and positive ions is directed and controlled. It is still a reversible chemical reaction with energy for the process provided by electrical energy from a power source. Chemical batteries rely on electric charge forces and electrostatic forces. Opposite charges attract and similar charges repel. This innovation seeks to add additional magnetic forces to increase the amount of electrons that can be held anode of any battery whether using solid or liquid electrolytes.

[003] Electrification of all transport is dependent upon the battery power density. The amount of power a battery can store per given area. At present Lithium Ion batteries are the industry leaders and are used in virtually all cars. New battery technology using Magnesium and other elements is also coming to the fore. Power stored per given area or power density is a key metric. The weight of a battery always has to be carried and this reduces the overall efficiency and utility of a battery. A lightweight, high power density battery would be ideal. Charging times are a critical goal for batteries to replace fossil fuels. Time is a precious commodity and charging times of 1 hour plus impede adoption of battery technology in transportation.

[004] Chemical batteries are reversible chemical reactions. The energy supplied by the charging cable pushes negative charges to the negative plate or anode. As negative charges concentrate on the anode, they repel incoming negative charges due to electrostatic forces resulting in slower charging as a battery gets full compared to when a battery is empty. Forcing charging in the face of repulsive forces increases the temperature of a battery and charging becomes less efficient. The overall power density of a battery is the amount of negatively charged particles (electrons) it can hold onto at the anode per given area and weight. In summary, the electromotive force that causes charging is reduced by the repulsive electric fields of electrons already at the anode. At full charge, the amount of energy required to continue charging is greater than the amount of charge held by the battery. Simply put, the anode cannot hold any more negative charge. Charging time is always faster when a battery is empty on the basis that there are less electrons at the anode and less repulsive force acting against the incoming electric current.

[005] Rechargeable batteries play a crucial role in various electronic devices and systems. However, there is a constant need for improved battery technologies that offer increased capacity, enhanced efficiency, and better overall performance. The present invention addresses these needs by introducing an electromagnetic rechargeable battery system that have solutions to enhance battery performance. Additionally, a Battery Management System (BMS) is provided to optimize battery operations and collect real-time data for analysis and subsequent design enhancements. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[006] The present invention relates to an electromagnetic rechargeable battery system that includes an electrolyte (solid or liquid), at least one pair of electrodes (anode and cathode) partially submerged in the electrolyte, and at least one electromagnet coupled with the electrodes per battery pair. Two battery pairs are used, with two anodes magnetized with opposite poles. The electromagnets can be coupled with either the anode or the cathode, or one electromagnet can be coupled with each electrode. The electromagnets may be fitted inside the electrodes to ensure there is no interference with the battery chemistry. In a cylinder battery, a barrier film can be used to ensure the electromagnet is chemically neutral to the battery chemistry.

[007] Additionally, the electromagnetic rechargeable battery system comprises a Battery Management System (BMS) for controlling and monitoring battery operations. The BMS includes a controller for adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets. The BMS incorporates MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer and has real-time data collection capabilities to measure battery voltage levels and temperature.

[008] The collected data from the BMS can be utilized to optimize battery performance and identify opportunities for design improvements. The method for optimizing battery performance involves collecting real-time data on battery voltage levels and temperature, analyzing the data to identify optimization opportunities, adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets based on the analysis, and implementing subsequent design enhancements based on the analysis.

[009] In summary, the present invention introduces an electromagnetic rechargeable battery system with electromagnets coupled with the electrodes and a Battery Management System (BMS) for controlling and monitoring battery operations. The BMS incorporates real-time data collection and analysis capabilities to optimize battery performance and identify opportunities for design improvements. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING

[0010] To further clarify the above and other advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0011] Figure 1 is a schematic representation of the electromagnetic rechargeable battery according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0012] Figure 2 is a cross sectional view of an anode having electromagnet inside in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The following detailed description of the invention refers to the accompanying drawings that illustrate specific embodiments in which the invention can be practiced. The embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized, and structural, functional, and procedural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.

[0014] In present disclosure, an electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100 is disclosed. The battery comprises an electrolyte 102, at least one pair of electrodes including an anode 104 and a cathode 106, and at least one electromagnet 108 coupled with at least one electrode. The electromagnet 108 may be coupled with the anode 104, the cathode 106, or both. In some embodiments, the electromagnet 108 is fitted inside the electrode, thereby providing a compact design.

[0015] In an embodiment, as shown in Figure 1, two electromagnetic rechargeable batteries 100 in series are shown. Each electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100 is having an electrolyte 102, a anode 104 coupled with electromagnetic coil 108, and a cathode 106 coupled with electromagnetic coil 108. The two electromagnetic rechargeable batteries 100 are coupled to a Battery Management System (BMS) 110.

[0016] To facilitate battery operations, the electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100 further includes the Battery Management System (BMS) 110. The BMS 110 comprises a controller (not shown in figure) for adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets 108. This allows precise control of the magnetic field strength generated by the electromagnets, thereby optimizing battery performance.

[0017] The BMS 110 incorporates MOSFET (not shown in figure) switching to facilitate power transfer between the battery and external devices or charging sources. This switching mechanism ensures efficient power flow and minimizes energy losses.

[0018] The BMS 110 also includes real-time data collection capabilities for measuring battery voltage levels and temperature. The collected data is utilized by the BMS 110 to optimize battery performance by adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets 108 based on the analysis. Furthermore, the collected data is utilized to identify opportunities for subsequent design enhancements, allowing for continuous improvement of the electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100.

[0019] In addition to the battery system, the present invention also provides a method for optimizing battery performance in an electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100. The method involves collecting real-time data on battery voltage levels and temperature, analyzing the collected data to identify optimization opportunities, adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets based on the analysis, and implementing subsequent design enhancements based on the analysis. The method may be implemented using the BMS 110, which collects and analyzes the real-time data.

[0020] The electromagnetic rechargeable battery system disclosed herein, along with the accompanying Battery Management System (BMS), provides a novel approach to enhance battery performance through the use of electromagnets and real-time data analysis. By optimizing the voltage levels of the electromagnets, the battery system can achieve improved efficiency and overall performance. The BMS allows for intelligent control and monitoring of battery operations, facilitating power transfer and enabling continuous optimization based on real-time data. The combination of the electromagnetic rechargeable battery and the BMS offers numerous benefits, including increased capacity, enhanced efficiency, and the ability to identify opportunities for design improvements.

[0021] In one embodiment, the electromagnetic rechargeable battery (referred to as battery 100) comprises an electrolyte 102, at least one pair of electrodes, an anode 104, and a cathode 106. The electrodes are electrically connected to each other and partially submerged in the electrolyte 102. At least one electromagnet 108 is coupled with at least one electrode. The electromagnet 108 may be coupled with the anode 104 or the cathode 106. Alternatively, one electromagnet may be coupled with one cathode and one electromagnet may be coupled with one anode. Furthermore, the electromagnet 108 may be fitted inside the anode 104 or cathode as shown in Figure 2.

[0022] The battery 100 is further equipped with a Battery Management System (BMS) 110 for controlling and monitoring battery operations. The BMS 110 includes a controller for adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets 108. The BMS 110 incorporates MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer. Moreover, the BMS 110 possesses real-time data collection capabilities to measure battery voltage levels and temperature. The collected data is utilized to optimize battery performance and identify opportunities for subsequent design enhancements.

[0023] A method is also disclosed for optimizing battery performance in the electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100. The method involves collecting real-time data on battery voltage levels and temperature, analyzing the collected data to identify optimization opportunities, adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets 108 based on the analysis, and implementing subsequent design enhancements based on the analysis. The method may utilize the Battery Management System (BMS) 110 to collect and analyze the real-time data.

[0024] The present invention further describes a Battery Management System (BMS) for the electromagnetic rechargeable battery 100. The BMS includes a controller for adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets 108, MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer, realtime data collection capabilities for measuring battery voltage levels and temperature, and analysis capabilities to optimize battery performance and improve subsequent design enhancements. The controller adjusts the voltage levels of the electromagnets based on the collected data, and the analysis capabilities utilize the collected data to optimize battery performance and identify opportunities for design improvements.

[0025] While specific embodiments of the invention have been described in detail, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various modifications and alternatives to those details could be developed in light of the overall teachings of the disclosure. Therefore, the particular arrangements disclosed are meant to be illustrative only and not limiting as to the scope of the invention, which is to be given the full breadth of the appended claims and any equivalents thereof.

[0026] The innovation works by using the magnetic properties of electron spin to create additional repulsive and attractive forces at the anode and cathode to increase the charging / discharge rate, Energy density and overall battery capacity. Each electron has magnetic properties and is a dipole or a magnet. Magnets are simply an accumulation of one type of spin at one end and another type of spin at another end. In fact, the spin properties of electrons are used in quantum computing amongst other things. A magnetic material has more unpaired electron spins than a non-magnetic material. Reference to the periodic table provides insight into this. As we know, electrons exist in statistical orbital fields, referenced as s, p, and n orbitals. Each orbital can only have two electrons per orbital energy state. Each electron in each orbital has a separate spin. Elements higher in the periodic table with lots of unpaired p and n orbitals are magnetic. Iron is easily magnetised for this reason.

[0027] Copper, the universal metal used for wiring, has overlapping orbitals creating a ‘sea of electrons in metallic bonding. This is simply a statistical model, but it provides good insight. The ‘electron sea’ in a copper wire has both up and down spin electrons when a current is flowing. Therefore, the copper wire has no net magnetic properties when a current is flowing. However, if we pass the wire through a cylindrical permanent magnet, the electrons in the wire will change their spin alignment due to the magnet. Electrons flowing will have separate streams of up and down spin electrons.

[0028] Once they have passed the magnet, the electrons will eventually mix again and the copper wire will not have any magnetic properties. It is important to note that the electrons in the copper wire carrying the current can be spin-aligned to create two streams of electrons with differing electron spin configurations. The anode and cathode of any battery are magnetised using a copper / iron electromagnet configuration. Two batteries are aligned such that the anode of one battery has a north pole magnetic moment and the second battery has a south pole magnetic moment. The same applies to the cathode but the cathode is NOT magnetized during charging.

[0029] The anode is magnetized internally such that the battery chemistry is unaffected. The magnetized core can be easily separated from the anode and cathode and not interfere with the battery chemistry. The field strength of the internal magnet is a function of the number of coils around the iron core and the current flowing into it. The iron ‘core’ can be very thin indeed. Iron is simply acting as a reservoir of unpaired electrons to increase the magnetic field. In reality for a ‘cell’ battery it can be a very thin sheet with very thin copper printed windings.

[0030] The system consists of the following components:

[0031] 1). Magnet: During the charging process, the conducting wire connected to the anode or negative terminal of the battery carries electrons from the source to the battery. However, the magnetic spin of these electrons is random, with the possibility of being either upward or downward. To separate and align these electrons, they are passed through a magnetic field generated by magnets. As a result of the magnetic field, the electrons flowing through the conductor, each with its own angular magnetic field and two poles, experience attraction or repulsion to a permanent magnetic field. This leads to the alignment of electrons with the same polarity in the upper and lower sections of the conductor. These separated electrons are then transferred to the anode of the battery.

[0032] 2). Electromagnet: Electrons originating from an external power source are connected to the negative electrode of a battery. In a regular charging process, these electrons travel and react at the electrode, as previously discussed. The energy density of the battery can be increased by introducing a magnetic field into the electrode's surroundings. To achieve this, electromagnets are employed. Electromagnets consist of wire coils that exhibit the properties of bar magnets, possessing distinct north and south poles when an electric current passes through the coil. The static magnetic field generated by the coil, with a north pole at one end and a south pole at the other, is uniform and significantly stronger in the center of the coil than around its outer region.

[0033] 3). Electrode with electromagnet: The structure modification needs to be done by maintaining the properties of battery electrodes, such as conductivity, stability, surface area, capacity, and lifespan of the battery. Anodes are made of a variety of material in modern batteries. The innovation will require a small iron core, wrapped in copper and insulated from the normal anode chemistry. The anode chemistry will sit on top of the iron / copper core. Alternatively, Phosphate cathodes can be magnetized thus the cathode is repelling the electrons towards the anode to increase charge density. The principle is that magnetizing the batteries anode or cathode and splitting the incoming electric charging into two fields can decrease charging time and increase power density. Wire-wound Ferrite core is inserted in the battery electrode, to increase the magnetic field of the electrodes and increase the energy density. Thus, the cell can both deliver more power and it can be charged more quickly. The wire wound core is insulated using a non-conductive Polymer coating material to avoid any interference between the two materials and to mitigate the impact of corrosion. The coil employed for generating a magnetic field is energized through an external voltage source. By adjusting the voltage supplied from the source, the strength of the magnetic field can be regulated. This capability provides an advantage in terms of controlling the output of the battery when it is connected to a load.

[0034] 4). Battery Management System: The controller is used to adjust the voltage levels of electromagnets and facilitate MOSFET switching. Furthermore, the system incorporates realtime data collection capabilities, enabling the measurement of battery voltage levels and temperature. This data is then utilised to optimise battery performance and improve subsequent design enhancements.

[0035] The charging cable has a series of toroidal magnets around it such that the electrons have a defined ‘spin’ before they enter the batteries. Electrons travel near the speed of light and whilst some of the electrons in the copper wires will remix, a stream of up and down spin electrons will enter the batteries with magnetized anodes. The electrons with an ‘up’ spin will be attracted to the anode with the pole which is predominantly ‘down’ spins and vice versa. You will still get the same issue of electrostatic repulsion between electrons, but this will be countered by the strong magnetic force between electrons. The net result will be that the space between electrons is decreased, increasing the electron density at the anode and the overall battery energy density. The new equilibrium or fully charged state of the battery will be a greater number of electrons at the anode until the energy required to charge is greater than the charge held by the battery. In effect, the equilibrium of the chemical battery reaction has moved to allow a greater electron concentration at the anode.

[0036] The overall density of electrons at the anode is influenced by the magnetic field on the battery anode. There is a balance. If the magnetic field at the anode is too great it can have unintended consequences. The field strength has to be limited to a small range around the anode and not affect the cathode. Charging is faster as the electrons are pushed both by the voltage in the cable and the magnetic pull of the anode. The electrostatic repulsive forces still exist but the magnetic field allows a large density and thus the battery can charge faster for longer before charging slows.

[0037] Discharging the battery can be variably controlled by the circuit being completed allowing electrons to flow around the circuit, by reducing the magnetic field around the anode which would increase the emf at the anode due to the higher electron density and the electrical potential therein, and by magnetizing the cathode with the opposite magnetic polarity to the anode. Thus, electrons would flow faster and in greater volume as they are attracted to the opposite spin at the cathode. This allows a large current to flow, increasing power to electric motors which would not be possible without this innovation.

[0038] It should be noted that the above-described embodiments are merely illustrative of the application of the principles of the present invention. Various modifications and changes may be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention, as defined by the appended claims. LIST OF REFRENCE NUMERALS 100 - Electromagnetic rechargeable battery 102 - Electrolyte 104 - Anode 106 - Cathode 108 - Electromagnet 110 - Battery Management System

Claims

1. An electromagnetic rechargeable battery comprising:• an electrolyte;• at least one pair of electrodes, including an anode and a cathode, electrically connected with each other and partially submerged in the electrolyte; and• at least one electromagnet coupled with at least one electrode.

2. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 1, wherein the electromagnet is coupled with the anode.

3. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 1, wherein the electromagnet is coupled with the cathode.

4. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 1, wherein one electromagnet is coupled with one cathode and one electromagnet is coupled with one anode.

5. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 1, wherein the electromagnet is fitted inside the electrode.

6. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 1, further comprising a Battery Management System (BMS) for controlling and monitoring battery operations.

7. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 6, wherein the BMS includes a controller for adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets.

8. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 6, wherein the BMS incorporates MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer.

9. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 6, wherein the BMS includes real-time data collection capabilities for measuring battery voltage levels and temperature.

10. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 9, wherein the collected data is utilized to optimize battery performance.

11. The electromagnetic rechargeable battery of claim 9, wherein the collected data is utilized to improve subsequent design enhancements.

12. A method for optimizing battery performance in an electromagnetic rechargeable battery comprising:• Collecting real-time data on battery voltage levels and temperature;• Analyzing the collected data to identify optimization opportunities;• Adjusting the voltage levels of the electromagnets based on the analysis; and• Implementing subsequent design enhancements based on the analysis.

13. The method of claim 12, further comprising utilizing a Battery Management System (BMS) to collect and analyze the real-time data.

14. The method of claim 13, wherein the BMS incorporates MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer.

15. A Battery Management System (BMS) for an electromagnetic rechargeable battery comprising:• A controller for adjusting the voltage levels of electromagnets;• MOSFET switching to facilitate power transfer;• Real-time data collection capabilities for measuring battery voltage levels and temperature; and• Analysis capabilities to optimize battery performance and improve subsequent design enhancements.

16. The BMS of claim 15, wherein the controller adjusts the voltage levels of the electromagnets based on the collected data.

17. The BMS of claim 15, wherein the analysis capabilities utilize the collected data to optimize battery performance and identify opportunities for design improvements.

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