Vehicle Carbon Capture

Abstract

A carbon capture system mounted on a vehicle having an intake vent in the front portion of the vehicle, the intake vent having a large inlet leading to a small throat tube that guides the incoming air flow within a filter unit, the filter unit being configured to pass the air flow through a filter matrix treated with an adsorbent material for capturing carbon materials in the air stream. The filter matrix can be formed from filter fibers capable of capturing carbon within the fibers. After capturing the carbon materials by embedding carbon-containing fibers within a binding material, the carbon-containing fibers are treated to isolate the captured carbon materials within a structural material. The fibers can include hybrid fibers capable of capturing carbon materials and forming structural fibers together with a composite structural material. The structural material can include fiber concrete, fiber resin, fiber plastic, and other similar materials.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Embodiments generally relate to a system for capturing carbon from the ambient air around a vehicle, and more specifically, to a vehicle-based atmospheric carbon capture mechanism and a carbon capture process for a mobile system.

Background Art

[0002] The approaches described in this section are approaches that could be pursued and are not necessarily approaches that have been devised or pursued heretofore. Therefore, absent other indications, no one of the approaches described in this section should be presumed to be qualified as prior art solely by virtue of its inclusion in this section.

[0003] Since the advent of the industrial age, the use of hydrocarbon fuels for energy has resulted in the release of carbon compounds, including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere. The fact that the composition of the Earth's atmosphere is gradually changing as a result has been a concern that has been studied for many years. This includes concerns about the potential warming effect of rising greenhouse gas levels. In addition, other gases such as methane also have a greenhouse gas effect.

[0004] Extensive efforts have been made to reduce the amount of carbon entering the atmosphere. These efforts include reducing the amount of hydrocarbons consumed in energy and transportation, more efficient combustion of hydrocarbon fuels, switching to alternative energy sources including renewable energy such as solar and wind energy, and other conservation and efficiency activities.

[0005] Carbon capture refers to materials, mechanisms, and systems for extracting various types of these carbon compounds from the atmosphere and safely and securely isolating them so as to reduce the level of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and suppress the warming effect on the atmosphere.

[0006] For any system for capturing carbon from a gas source, the physical properties of carbon dioxide and other carbon-bearing compounds must be considered. Additionally, due to the low concentration of carbon-bearing compounds in the Earth's atmosphere, an efficient system may be prioritized.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0007] The present invention has been made to solve the problems in the above-described conventional technology.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0008] In the figures of the accompanying drawings, the present invention is shown by way of example and not limitation, and like reference numerals in the figures refer to like elements.

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[0009] In the following detailed description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. It will be apparent, however, that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the present invention.

[0010] In this specification, embodiments are described according to the following outline. 1.0. General Overview 2.0. Structural Overview 3.0. Implementation Mechanism 3.1. Intake Vent 3.2. Filter Unit 3.3. Filter Matrix 3.4. Filter Fibers 3.5. Vehicle Configuration 4.0. Functional Overview 5.0. Embodiment Examples 6.0. Extension Examples and Alternatives

[0011] 1.0. General Overview Approaches, techniques, and mechanisms for the manufacture and use of carbon capture systems contemplated herein, including vehicle-based systems, are disclosed. A carbon capture system can extract carbon materials, such as carbon dioxide, from an air stream generated by a moving vehicle. A carbon capture system can drive a carbon capture mechanism using a certain amount of air across the cross-section of a vehicle in operation. A carbon capture system can improve the performance of a carbon capture material using the high air pressure of a moving vehicle. A carbon capture system can utilize the various thermal, operating, air flow, pressure, and electrical characteristics of a vehicle system to operate the system.

[0012] Through the action of capturing carbon materials, carbon-based residual products that can be used in various methods are obtained. The carbon-containing residues can be isolated within other materials for disposal or reuse. The structure of the carbon capture material can be configured to provide residual materials in various shapes, sizes, mechanical properties, and compositions. Carbon-based residues in various configurations, including composite materials, isolation materials, or other mechanical and structural materials, can be used for various purposes.

[0013] The widespread use of carbon capture systems can help reduce atmospheric carbon levels by capturing carbon in materials and structures that can be safely isolated to remove carbon from the atmosphere. Furthermore, the deployment of this system in a wide variety of vehicles can be used to provide performance improvements based on the physical movement and operation of the vehicle by geographically expanding this system.

[0014] According to one embodiment, the carbon capture system may comprise a carbon capture filter unit placed in the airflow resulting from the operation of the vehicle. The difference in surface area between the intake vent and the size of the filter unit can increase the air pressure in the filter unit to improve the carbon capture process.

[0015] According to another embodiment, the carbon capture system may include vehicles such as automobiles, light trucks, heavy trucks, trains, airplanes, aircraft, or other similar vehicles that can generate an airflow during operation. The airflow can be delivered to the filter unit for carbon capture.

[0016] According to yet another embodiment, the carbon capture system may comprise a filter unit having a filter matrix formed of filter fibers and disposed within the airflow, and capturing atmospheric carbon materials at portions of the filter fibers. The filter fibers can be treated with an adsorbent material to capture carbon materials. After the main operation, the filter fibers can be treated to form an agglomerated material that, together with a binder, forms a structural material. The agglomerated material can include used filter fibers that can be used to isolate carbon materials in the structural material.

[0017] According to another embodiment, the carbon capture system may include filter fibers and structural fibers that vary the mechanical properties of the agglomerating material and the resulting structural material. The structural fibers can have various configurations to provide improvements in tensile strength, compressibility, wear, and thermal properties.

[0018] In other aspects, the invention encompasses a carbon capture system configured to perform the aforementioned techniques.

[0019] 2.0. Structural Overview FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 100. The carbon capture system 100 may be configured to operate with an operating vehicle 102. In this example, the carbon capture system 100 may include a vehicle 102 configured with an intake vent 104 that directs an air stream 106 to a filter unit 110. The filter unit 110 may include a filter box 112 having a filter matrix 114 for recovering carbon from the atmosphere.

[0020] The vehicle 102 is a movable device capable of holding the filter unit 110 of the carbon capture system 100. The vehicle 102 may include an automobile, a light truck, a heavy truck, a commercial truck, a train, a scooter, an aircraft, or other movable and mobile devices. In some embodiments, the vehicle 102 may include a mechanical device having moving parts such as windmill blades, wings, or other mechanical structures having movement relative to the air stream 106. In still other embodiments, the carbon capture system 100 may be a fixed unit disposed within the air stream, and the fixed unit is a structural equivalent of a vehicle. Various embodiments of the carbon capture system 100 may also include components of the carbon capture system 100 that use carbon-containing exhausts induced to form the air stream 106. This may include redirecting the exhaust flow from the fuel during combustion towards the filter unit 110. This may also include placing a fixed unit in the exhaust of a fuel combustion system such as a power plant.

[0021] The intake vent 104 is a mechanical structure for receiving outside air and redirecting it to the filter unit 110. The intake vent 104 can be an opening in the body of the vehicle 102, a scoop, a vent, or other similar opening. The intake vent 104 can be configured to receive outside air and direct an air flow 106 to the filter unit 110. The intake vent 104 can have a physical shape configured to constrict the air flow 106 and increase the air pressure 124 at the outlet of the intake vent 104.

[0022] In some embodiments, the air flow 106 can pass through an air flow tube 122. The air flow tube 122 is a conduit that directs the air flow 106 to the filter unit 110. The air flow tube 122 can have a constriction configuration that also helps increase the air pressure 124, as the diameter of the tube decreases closer to the exhaust end. In an example, the intake vent 104 can be at the front of the vehicle 102, and the filter unit 110 can be disposed behind the intake vent 104 and coupled to the intake vent 104 by the air flow tube 122. In another example, the intake vent 104 at the front of the vehicle 102 and the filter unit 110 at the rear of the vehicle can be coupled together by an air flow tube 122, such as a tube or conduit that extends from the front to the rear of the vehicle 102. Thus, access to the filter unit 110 can be simplified and the replacement and exchange of the filter matrix 114 can be facilitated.

[0023] In other embodiments, the intake vent 104 can be disposed at various locations on the vehicle 102. For example, the intake vent 104 can be disposed at the front, side, top, rear, below the vehicle, or other locations or combinations of locations where outside air can be collected and redirected towards the filter unit 110. The intake vent 104 can be coupled to the filter unit 110 at various locations using one or more of the air flow tubes 122.

[0024] The intake vent 104 can be coupled to a filter unit 110 having a filter box 112. The filter unit 110 is a mechanical structure capable of filtering carbon dioxide from the air stream 106. The filter unit 110 can be coupled to the vehicle in various ways. For example, the filter unit 110 can be installed behind the intake vent 104 to facilitate the reception of the air stream 106. The filter unit 110 can include auxiliary mechanical systems such as vanes, dividers, baffles, or other shaped devices for controlling the air stream 106. The air stream 106 finally exits the system at the exhaust vent 123.

[0025] The filter box 112 is a mechanical structure for storing a filter matrix 114 having filter fibers 120. The filter box 112 can be a detachable mechanical structure installed within the filter unit 110. The filter box 112 can be configured such that the air stream 106 is induced in the filter box 112 to facilitate the acquisition of carbon materials. The filter box 112 can be removed from the carbon capture system to replace the adsorption material 130. The filter box 112 can be removed to collect the carbon materials captured by the adsorption material 130. In an example, the carbon capture system 100 for an automobile can have the filter box 112 replaced during the regular automobile inspection and repair of the vehicle. In another example, the filter box 112 can be similar to a rectangular structure that holds the filter matrix 114 in place.

[0026] The carbon capture system 100 induces ambient air from the intake vent 104 to the filter unit 110. The filter unit 110 can include a filter matrix 114 with an adsorption material 130 capable of recovering carbon materials from the air stream 106. In some embodiments, the exhaust from an engine such as an internal combustion engine can be induced into the air stream 106.

[0027] The filter matrix 106 is a permeable structure capable of capturing the carbon material 108. For example, the filter matrix 106 can be a mesh, grid, porous structure by 3D printing, mat, perforated sheet, net, laminate, or other similar materials through which air can flow. The carbon material 108 can be carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, methane, or other carbon-containing materials.

[0028] In some embodiments, the filter matrix 106 can be formed of various filter fibers 120. The filter fibers 120 are structural elements that can hold an amount of adsorbent 130 in any of various forms including liquid, dry, foam, film, sheet, solid, or particulate form.

[0029] The filter fibers 120 can be attached to other filter fibers 120 to form the filter matrix 114. The filter fibers 120 can be woven together, spun, joined together, pressed together, wound together, joined with a binder or adhesive, tied together, or directly attached to the filter matrix 106 or the filter box 112. The adsorbent material 130 may be coated on the filter fibers 120 before or after the filter matrix 114 is formed.

[0030] The adsorbent material 130 is a material that can absorb liquids or gases using absorption, adsorption, or both. An absorbent adsorbent can assimilate the desired target molecules throughout the adsorbent material. An adsorptive adsorbent can accumulate the desired target molecules on the surface of the adsorbent material. In some embodiments, the adsorbent material 130 can absorb carbon materials 108 such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methane, or other carbon compounds and materials.

[0031] The adsorbent material 130 can be a liquid or solid material. The solid adsorbent 132 used for carbon capture can include a variety of porous solid-phase materials, including polymers, silica, zeolites, amine-impregnated solids, metal-organic framework materials, or combinations thereof. Other solid adsorbents can include porous materials that can adsorb carbon dioxide through van der Waals interactions. The solid adsorbent can also include nanotubes, particles, pellets, fibers, shaped elements, or other structures. The solid adsorbent can have a variety of physical structural forms, including particles, microparticles, fibers, rings, porous solids, and other similar structures.

[0032] In some embodiments, the liquid adsorbent 134 can be utilized by coating a liquid onto a carrier matrix, such as a fiber, sheet, porous solid, 3D printed structure, wall, inside of a vent, or other structure having a large surface area to volume ratio, or by providing a large capture surface area. The liquid adsorbent 134 can be dried in place, kept in a liquid or gel state, suspended between structural elements, formed into a foam, formed into a twisted wire, or remain on or within the carrier matrix material. The liquid adsorbent 134 can form a dry adsorbent 136 embedded within the filter fiber 120.

[0033] In other embodiments, the adsorbent material 130 can become a carbon-deposited material 138 by capturing carbon dioxide and other carbon-emitting gases from the air stream 106. The carbon-deposited material 138 can be a combination of captured carbon in a solid or liquid post-reaction form, the adsorbent material 130, the material of the filter matrix 114, or combinations thereof.

[0034] In some embodiments, the operation of the vehicle can create a pressure differential by compressing the incoming air stream using a combination of the intake vent 104 and the air flow tube 122. Alternatively, the air streams 106 of multiple intake vents 104 can be combined to form a zone of high air pressure 124.

[0035] In yet other embodiments, the airflow 106 can be heated by inducing the airflow 106 into, or through, the hot area of the vehicle 102. For example, the vehicle airflow 106 can be induced through, or towards, the engine, brakes, heat exchangers, exhaust system portions, cooling system portions, lubrication system portions, or other thermally active portions of the vehicle 102.

[0036] In one embodiment, a removable airflow system that compresses and accelerates air to a carbon isolation medium, grill, and matrix can be replaced at automotive inspection intervals. This can include removing the filter unit 106, filter box 112, filter matrix 114, or filter fibers 120.

[0037] FIG. 2 shows a right front portion of a vehicle 202 with an embodiment of a carbon capture system 200. An intake vent 204 can be disposed near the bottom portion of the front end of the vehicle 202. A filter unit 210 can be disposed behind the intake vent 204, and the airflow 106 can be induced through the exhaust vent 223 into the wheel brake area to assist in cooling and thermal control of the brake system.

[0038] FIG. 3 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 300. The carbon capture system 300 can include an intake vent 304 disposed at the bottom portion of the front end of a vehicle such as an automobile 302. A filter unit 310 can be disposed behind the intake vent 304. In some embodiments, the chin spoiler can be modified to improve performance.

[0039] In other embodiments, the filter unit 310 can receive the airflow 306 from the intake vent 304. The airflow 306 can pass through the filter matrix 314 to the rear portion of the filter box 312. The filter matrix 314 can capture carbon dioxide from the airflow 306. In this example, the carbon capture system 300 includes the automobile 302, the intake vent 304, and the filter unit 310. The operation of a vehicle such as the automobile 302 can generate the airflow 306.

[0040] In some embodiments, the front cross-sectional area 344 of the carbon capture system 300 is larger than the filter cross-sectional area 346. The front cross-sectional area 344 is the area of the opening of the intake vent 304. The filter cross-sectional area 344 is the area of the front opening of the filter unit 310. The difference in cross-sectional areas can result in a high total air pressure at the filter unit 310 based on the operation of the vehicle 300. Compression of the air flow 306 as it moves from the intake vent 304 to the filter unit 310 can increase the filter total air pressure 350. The total air pressure can be a combination of static air pressure and dynamic air pressure.

[0041] In different embodiments, the carbon capture system 300 can use a ram air intake configuration. The ram air intake configuration can result in an increase in the dynamic air pressure component due to the operation of the vehicle 302 and can increase the static air pressure inside the filter unit 310. The pressure increase in the filter unit 310 can improve the carbon capture performance of the adsorbent material 330 in the filter matrix 314.

[0042] The increase in air pressure at the filter unit 310 can change the carbon capture working characteristics of the adsorbent material 330 in the filter matrix 314 having the filter fibers 320. Various adsorbent materials 330 can have various reactions to various environmental characteristics including ambient pressure, temperature, presence of a catalyst, thickness of the adsorbent material, effective surface area of the adsorbent material, or other similar characteristics. It is understood that the carbon capture system 300 can have various working settings and can be configured to maximize performance based on the intake vent 304, air flow 306, filter unit 310, filter box 312, filter matrix 314, filter fibers 320, and adsorbent material 330 of a specific device type. By way of example, the size of the intake vent 304 can be set to change the total air pressure at the filter unit 310 by varying the relative sizes of the front cross-sectional area 344, the filter cross-sectional area 346, and the cross-section of the air flow tube 322.

[0043] Figure 4 shows an embodiment of the carbon capture system 400 on the truck 402. An intake vent 404 can be arranged at the lower part of the front of a vehicle such as the truck 402. The carbon capture system 400 can have similar elements with similar names as the carbon capture system 100. In this example, the carbon capture system 400 can include the truck 402, the intake vent 404, and the filter unit 410. The operation of a vehicle such as the truck 402 can generate an air flow 406.

[0044] In some embodiments, the truck 402 can be an electric vehicle having a battery pack 450 along the bottom of the truck 402. The air flow 406 can be induced to the battery pack 450 to provide additional cooling for the battery pack 450.

[0045] Figure 5 shows an embodiment of the carbon capture system 400 on the truck 402. An intake vent 404 can be arranged at the lower part of the front of a vehicle such as the truck 402. The air flow 406 can be induced over the battery pack 450 through the filter unit 410. The battery pack 450 can have various configurations. For example, the battery pack 450 can extend along the entire length of the truck, the length between the driver's seat and the truck bed, the length of the truck bed, or a combination thereof.

[0046] Figure 6A shows an embodiment of the carbon capture system 600 with multiple air flows 606. The carbon capture system 600 can be configured with a vehicle 602 having multiple intake vents 604 that induce the air flows 606 to one or more of the filter units 610.

[0047] An increase in the number of air flows 606 in the carbon capture system 600 can improve performance in various ways. For example, expanding the number of air flows 606 can increase the total amount of air processed to capture carbon, various air flows 606 can have paths that utilize other components of the vehicle 602, and various air flows 606 can accommodate the physical limitations and configurations of the vehicle 602.

[0048] In some embodiments, the plurality of intake vents 604 can direct the airflow 606 to one or more filter units 610. When the airflow 606 converges on one of the filter units 610, it can increase the air pressure in the filter unit 610.

[0049] FIG. 6B shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 600 with two intake vents 604. In other embodiments, the path of the airflow 606 can be directed to utilize other vehicle components to improve the performance of the carbon capture system 600. By way of example, the carbon capture system 600 can have one of the intake vents 604 disposed at the bottom of the front end of the vehicle 602 and another one of the intake vents 604 disposed at the center of the front of the vehicle 602. The lower one of the intake vents 604 can direct the airflow 606 through a lower filter unit to the brakes to assist with additional cooling. The upper intake vent 604 can be directed through a second filter unit and discharged over the hood of the vehicle 602. In some configurations, a low pressure zone can be provided that can help direct the airflow 606 through the filter unit 610 in this way.

[0050] FIG. 6C shows a side view of an embodiment of a carbon capture system 600 with two intake vents 604. The lower airflow 607 can flow into a lower intake vent 605 disposed at the bottom of the front of the vehicle 602. The upper airflow 609 can flow into an upper intake vent 611 disposed above the lower intake vent 605.

[0051] In an embodiment, the lower airflow 607 can be directed through a lower filter unit 613 and then to the braking system for cooling. The upper airflow 609 can pass through an upper filter unit 615, exit the system at an upper outflow vent, and flow over the top of the vehicle 602.

[0052] FIG. 7 shows a side view of a carbon capture system 600 with two intake vents 604. The downward airflow 607 can enter the lower intake vent 605 disposed at the bottom of the front portion of the vehicle 602, and the upward airflow 609 can enter the upper intake vent 611 disposed above the lower intake vent 605. The downward airflow 607 can be induced by the braking system to provide a cooling effect. The upward airflow 609 can be induced on the hood and windshield of the vehicle 602 by taking advantage of the low pressure at this location.

[0053] In another embodiment, the downward airflow 607 and the upward airflow 611 can be combined at a filter manifold 640 in front of the filter unit 610. The filter manifold 640 is a mechanical element that can combine two or more physical inputs in a chamber. Alternatively, the manifold can distribute one input to two or more outputs. This can increase the air pressure before entering the filter unit 610. In some embodiments, the filter manifold 640 can combine several different airflows. The filter manifold 640 can be configured to operate in a resonance configuration that can increase the pressure in the filter unit 610, such as the upper filter unit 615. The filter manifold 640 or other components along the airflow 606 can include active and passive elements that modify the resonance configuration to dynamically adjust to the incoming airflow 606. In some embodiments, the downward airflow 607 and the upward airflow 611 can be mixed together at the filter manifold 640. In another embodiment, the filter unit 610, such as the lower filter unit 613 or the upper filter unit 615, can include a filter matrix having multiple layers.

[0054] 3.0. Implementation Mechanism 3.1. Intake Vent FIG. 8A shows an intake vent 804 of a carbon capture system 800. The intake vent 804 induces outside air entering the system and guides the airflow 806 to the filter unit 810 for carbon capture. The carbon capture system 800 can include a vehicle, the intake vent 804, and the filter 810. The operation of the vehicle can generate the airflow 806.

[0055] The intake vent 804 can have various configurations based on the vehicle being used and the desired performance level. In an embodiment, the intake vent 804 can be an opening in the lower portion of the front end of the vehicle 802. The intake vent 804 can extend across the width of the vehicle 802 to increase the amount of air that can be directed to the filter unit 801.

[0056] In another embodiment, the intake vent 804 can be configured as a scoop mechanism that opens in the forward direction of the vehicle 802 as determined by the main driving direction. The movement of the vehicle 802 and the intake vent 804 in the forward direction can draw outside air into the intake vent 804.

[0057] In other embodiments, the intake vent 804 can be another structure that allows the inflow of outside air into the carbon capture system 800. The intake vent 804 is configured to feed outside air into the system by the operation of the vehicle 802. In some configurations, the operation of the vehicle 802 can cause an increase in the air pressure of the system.

[0058] The intake vent 804 can be coupled to the filter unit 810 in various ways. In some embodiments, the intake vent 804 is immediately adjacent to the inlet of the filter unit 810 and can be coupled to the filter unit 810 via the airflow tube 822.

[0059] The intake vent 804 can be configured to have a front cross-sectional area 844 that is larger than the filter cross-sectional area 846 at the inlet of the filter unit 810. The narrowing between the front portion and the rear portion of the intake vent 804 can increase the air pressure 824 in the filter unit 810.

[0060] In some embodiments, the intake vent 804 can be configured as an opening that has an external shell, an air scoop, or other similar structural elements. The leading edge of the intake vent 804 can be aerodynamically formed to efficiently direct the airflow 806 to the filter unit 810.

[0061] In other embodiments, the intake vent 804 may be dynamically adjustable and may open while the vehicle 802 is in operation. In a closed configuration, the airflow 806 may be directed away from the filter unit 810.

[0062] In some embodiments, the intake vent 804 may be a retractable intake vent 805. The retractable intake vent 805 is a movable mechanical element that can open to allow the inflow of the airflow 806. The retractable intake vent 805 extends or opens in a pattern during operation to facilitate the induction of the airflow 806 to the filter unit 810. The retractable intake vent 805 may be retracted or closed in a pattern when not in use to improve the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle 802.

[0063] In an embodiment, when the carbon capture system 800 is in operation, the retractable intake vent 805 can direct the airflow 806 to the filter unit 810 directly or via the airflow pipe 822. The filter unit 810 may be disposed below the retractable intake vent 805 and within the body of the vehicle 802.

[0064] In some embodiments, the filter unit 810 may be protected from debris and other foreign objects by a protective grill 842. The protective grill 842 may be installed above or within the intake vent 804. The protective grill 842 may be a screen, grill, or grid that can prevent the intrusion of foreign objects from the intake vent 804. The protective grill 842 may be formed from metal, plastic, resin, thermoplastic, ceramic, or other materials.

[0065] 3.2. Filter Unit FIG. 8B shows an embodiment of the filter unit 810. The filter unit 810 may be a structural element including a filter box 812 having a filter matrix 814. The filter unit 810 is disposed behind the intake vent 804 to receive the airflow 806. The filter unit 810 may be mounted to the vehicle 802 so that the filter box 812 can be accessed and removed when necessary.

[0066] In some embodiments, the filter unit 810 can be protected from debris and other foreign objects by a protective grill 842. The protective grill 842 can be installed over or within the intake vent 804. The protective grill 842 can be a screen, grill, or grid that can prevent the intrusion of foreign objects from the intake vent 804. The protective grill 842 can be formed from metal, plastic, resin, thermoplastic, ceramic, or other materials.

[0067] The filter unit 810 can include other subsystems related to the operation of the carbon capture system 800. In some embodiments, the filter unit 810 can include mechanisms for mounting to the vehicle 800, vanes and other mechanisms for inducing and delivering the air flow 806, heating elements for modifying the temperature of the components of the filter unit 810, and other similar active and passive subsystems.

[0068] The filter unit 810 can include elements for holding the filter box 812 in place. The filter box 812 can be a structural component for holding the filter matrix 814. The filter box 812 can be attached to the filter unit 810 using various techniques. In embodiments, the filter box 812 can include a structural shell for holding the filter matrix 814. For example, the structural shell can be plastic, metal, cardboard, or other structural materials. The structural shell can be sized to form an airtight seal when installed in the filter unit 810. The filter box 812 can include an electrochemical plate for carbon capture.

[0069] In an example, the filter box 812 can be a plastic or cardboard box that holds the filter matrix 814. The filter box 812 can have a frame that can be used to attach the filter box 812 to the filter unit 810. For example, the filter box 812 can be attached by screws, snaps, rivets, bolts, adhesives, tabs and slots, pressure fastening, or similar fastening techniques. The filter box 812 can be removed from and replaced on the filter unit 810 at regular or irregular intervals, such as at regular inspection and repair intervals. The filter box 812 can be removed after the filter matrix 814 has captured a certain amount of carbon and carbon by-products from the air. The carbon material 808 can be held by the material of the filter matrix 814.

[0070] 3.3. Filter Matrix FIG. 8C shows an embodiment of the filter matrix 814. The filter matrix 814 is the body of the filter box 812 and holds an adsorbent material 806 that can capture the carbon material 808. An air flow 806 can be directed to the filter matrix 814 to enable the capture of the carbon material 808 by the adsorbent material 830.

[0071] The filter matrix 814 forms the body of the filter unit 804 and can be disposed within the structural shell of the filter box 812. The filter matrix 814 can have various configurations. In some embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be a plurality of carrier material sheets, a woven mat of carrier fibers, one or more layers with a porous structure formed from a solid adsorbent, a structure with one or more types of fibers, an aerogel material, a foam material, a sponge-like material, a porous structure by 3D printing, or a combination thereof. The filter matrix 814 is a structure for interacting with the air flow 806 to capture the carbon material 808.

[0072] In some embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can include an adsorbent material 830 that permits capture of the carbon material 808. The filter matrix 814 can have a porous configuration, a breathable configuration, a solid configuration, or a combination thereof. The adsorbent material 830 can have a liquid, solid, film, or gel configuration. The adsorbent material 830 can capture the carbon material 808 on the surface of the filter matrix 814, within the filter matrix 814, or a combination thereof.

[0073] In some embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be formed from filter fibers 820. The filter fibers 820 can be pressed together, woven, joined together, assembled into a complex pattern, or formed using other similar techniques to form a mat-like structure. The filter fibers 820 are described in detail below. The filter fibers 820 can be joined using reinforcing fibers 856. The reinforcing fibers 856 can be joined to the filter fibers 820 at different angles. For example, the reinforcing fibers 856 can be attached to the filter fibers 820 at an angle of 90 degrees, 45 degrees, 30 degrees, or any angle value between 5 degrees and 90 degrees. The filter fibers 856 can be twisted together with the reinforcing fibers 856 at the intersection. In some embodiments, the reinforcing fibers 856 can have a different diameter than the filter fibers 820. The reinforcing fibers 856 are smaller than, the same diameter as, or larger than the filter fibers 820. The reinforcing fibers 856 can act as adsorption fibers, structural fibers, hybrid fibers, agglomerating fibers, or other similar types of fibers. In some embodiments, two or more types of reinforcing fibers 856 can be used to reinforce the filter matrix 814. The two fiber types can be aligned with the filter fibers 820 at different angles to form a reinforcing grid structure.

[0074] In other embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be formed by 3D printing an adsorbent material to form a solid sheet having openings or passages within the sheet such that the airflow 806 can access it. The sheets of the filter matrix 814 can be configured such that the openings between the sheets are in the same relative locations to facilitate the assembly of multiple sheets having corresponding openings and form a long passage for the airflow.

[0075] In yet other embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be treated with an adsorbent material 830 to fix a certain amount of the adsorbent material 830 within the filter matrix 814. Since the filter matrix 814 has a porous and breathable structure, the airflow 806 can pass through the filter matrix 814 and the adsorbent material 830 can capture the carbon material 808.

[0076] In different embodiments, the adsorbent material 830 can be applied to the filter matrix 814 itself or to individual filter fibers 820 and then formed into the filter matrix 814. In yet other configurations, the filter matrix 814 can be formed directly from a solid material 832 by mechanically forming a porous structure using weaving, perforating, etching, 3D printing, spinning, or other manufacturing techniques.

[0077] In some embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be configured to receive an electric current from the vehicle 802 to facilitate an electrochemical reaction with the adsorbent material 830. The adsorbent material 830 can be configured to release the carbon material 830 when a charge is applied. In alternative embodiments, the filter matrix 814 and the adsorbent material 830 can be electrically heated to modify the characteristics of the carbon capture process. The adsorbent material 830 can be configured to release the captured carbon material 830 upon heating.

[0078] 3.4. Filter Fibers FIG. 8D shows an embodiment of the filter fiber 820. The filter fiber 820 is an individual twisted yarn of a material that can be combined to form a filter matrix 804. The filter fiber 820 is a structural element that can hold an amount of adsorbent 806 in liquid, dry, or particulate form and can be configured to impart other mechanical properties such as rigidity or tensile strength.

[0079] In an embodiment, a liquid adsorbent 804 can be applied to the filter fiber 820, such that liquid or dry residues are bound to the filter fiber 820. The filter fiber 820 can hold an amount of adsorbent material 830 and can be formed from fibers or porous materials that can be used to absorb an amount of atmospheric carbon, typically carbon dioxide, although the filter fiber 820 and the adsorbent material 830 may be configured to absorb a variety of carbon-containing materials such as carbon monoxide, methane, other hydrocarbons, or other similar materials.

[0080] In other embodiments, the filter fiber 820 can be formed directly from the material of a solid adsorbent 832 that is spun or otherwise formed into fibers. Alternatively, the solid adsorbent 832 can be formed into a porous shape, 3D printed into a breathable structure, formed into a hollow open-end structure, or otherwise formed to increase the surface area and allow for carbon capture by the solid adsorbent 832.

[0081] In other embodiments, the filter matrix 804 can be configured to include a mixture of various filter fiber types to impart various material properties. A composite yarn, such as the filter yarn 821, can include at least a first fiber 862 that is combined with a second fiber 864. In some embodiments, the filter yarn 831 can include various numbers and types of fiber types such as a first fiber 862, a second fiber 864, and a third fiber 865.

[0082] In some embodiments, the filter yarn 821 may include a first fiber 862 that is an adsorbent material, such as a material similar to woven cotton fibers that can hold a certain amount of adsorbent material 830. The amount of the adsorbent material 830 can be determined by the length, diameter, and composition of the fiber. The filter yarn 821 may also include a second fiber 864 that imparts various primary properties such as rigidity, flexibility, tensile strength, or other properties. In another example, the second fiber 864 can be a glass fiber, a metal fiber, a synthetic fiber, cellulose, a plant fiber, a plastic fiber, or other types of fibers. The fibers can have various shapes, including shapes that assist in the entanglement and connection of the fibers. For example, the fiber may have a hook shape at one or both ends to assist in bonding to other fibers. In an example, the fiber can have an entanglement shape such as a hook, an angular bend, a spiral, a helix, a multi-armed form, or a combination thereof. The entanglement shape can assist the fibers in connecting and entangling with each other. In another example, different types of fibers can have different shapes, such as one fiber type being linear and another fiber type being bent or having a hook shape.

[0083] The first fiber 862 and the second fiber 864 can be combined to form a filter yarn 821 having the adsorption characteristics of the first fiber 862 and the tensile strength of the second fiber 864. The first fiber 862 and the second fiber 864 can be combined in various ways. The fibers can be woven together, bonded together, held together with a cross stitch, inserted one inside the other's hollow structure, or similar methods of combining and attaching the fibers can be provided.

[0084] In some embodiments, a third fiber 865 can be included in the filter yarn 821 to assist in setting the properties of the filter yarn 821. For example, the third yarn 865 can be an additional adsorbent fiber 866 that improves the carbon-carrying capacity of the filter yarn 821. The third fiber 865 can be composed of various types of adsorbent materials to assist in capturing other specific materials such as nitrogen compounds, alternative carbon compounds, other basic compounds, metals, organic molecules, or other target materials. The third fiber 865 can be configured to impart various physical properties such as thermal stability, flexibility, hardness, or other properties to the filter yarn 821.

[0085] In an example, a filter yarn 821 of a given length capable of absorbing the carbon material 808 is provided, and the filter fibers 820 can be woven together such that a yarn having improved properties such as high tensile strength is provided. As a result, a filter yarn 821 can be obtained that accumulates the carbon material in the adsorption fiber 866 and can be used to impart structural strength together with the structural fiber 868, and that is mixed with or embedded in concrete or other building materials to form a composite material that becomes a fiber-cement-like composite material by retaining the carbon material in the concrete material and increasing the bending strength and toughness of the concrete.

[0086] In an embodiment, the filter fibers 820 can be configured to break at a point so as to obtain filter fibers 820 of a more uniform length. In some cases, the filter fibers 820 can be pre-cut, bent, scored, or otherwise marked so as to break at a point. In other embodiments, the filter fibers 820 can simply be cut to various lengths during a post-treatment in which the fiber matrix 814 is cut to form the agglomerating material 852. However, it is understood that the materials can be configured to have different lengths for the adsorption fiber 866 and the structural fiber 868. In some cases, additional fibers and agglomerating materials can be added to the structural material.

[0087] In yet other embodiments, the filter matrix 814 can be configured to capture and retain the carbon material 808 in a variety of ways. When a sufficient amount of the carbon material 808 has been captured, the filter matrix 814 can be removed, processed, and isolated to remove the carbon material 808 from the atmosphere. The adsorbent material 830 can become a carbon-adhering material 838 that can be processed into an agglomerating material 852 such as the agglomerating fiber 872 when the carbon material 808 is captured.

[0088] In an embodiment, the carbon-deposited material 830 can be processed by slitting, granulating, crushing, or otherwise processed into small pieces for use in a composite material with a suitable binder 860. This can include using cement as the binder 860 and using small pieces of the carbon-deposited material 830 as an aggregate material for a concrete-based material.

[0089] By combining the aggregate material 852 with the binder 860 to form a structural material 854 such as concrete, the carbon-deposited material 838 can be isolated. The binder 860 can be a material or substance that can hold other materials together to adhere them as a whole. The binder 860 can include glue, cement, adhesive, thickener, bitumen, polymer, lime, gypsum, liquid glass, or other similar substances.

[0090] A structural material 854 such as concrete can be used to form structural elements including blocks, bricks, panels, walls, roads, platforms, pads, or other similar elements. By using the carbon-deposited material 838 as the aggregate material 852, the captured carbon can be isolated and separated from the atmosphere over a long period.

[0091] In another embodiment, the aggregate material 852 can include the adsorption material of the filter matrix 814 and fibers from the structural material. This can include adsorption fibers 866, structural fibers 868, and hybrid fibers 870. The adsorption fibers 866 can capture the carbon-deposited material 838 and can be used to isolate the captured carbon. The structural fibers 868 can be used to reinforce the structural material 854 to provide a strong and durable structural material 854. The hybrid fibers 870 can be a mixture of component types that provide additional functions such as capturing other materials, impart temperature resilience, provide physical-size components, and enhance mechanical stability or other properties. The hybrid fibers 870 can include many other types of fibers including inert fibers, adsorption fibers, and structural fibers.

[0092] 3.5. Vehicle Configuration FIG. 9 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 900 for a vehicle 902 having an intake vent 904 and an exhaust vent 923. The intake vent 904 can be disposed in a lower portion of the front of the vehicle 902. The exhaust vent 923 can be disposed to discharge an air stream 906 over the hood of the vehicle 902.

[0093] In an embodiment, the incoming air can be compressed by an intake vent 904, such as a chin spoiler, and directed to a carbon capture filter unit 910 integrated into the aerodynamic device of the vehicle 902. In some configurations, the incoming air can consequently produce a downward force on the front wheels of the vehicle 902. Vehicle 902, such as an automobile, light truck, heavy truck, train, aircraft, airplane, or other similar vehicle that can generate an air stream 906 during operation.

[0094] FIG. 10 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1000 having a plurality of filter units 1010. Air entering the intake vent 1004 can be directed to a series of filter units 1010 before an air stream 1006 is discharged from the system through the exhaust vent 1023. In this example, the carbon capture system 1000 can include a vehicle 1002, an intake vent 1004, and a filter unit 1010. The operation of the vehicle 1002 can generate an air stream 1006.

[0095] The carbon capture system 1000 can be configured to use various filter units 1010 for various purposes. In some embodiments, the carbon capture system 1000 can include filter units 1010 configured for various types of carbon materials 1008. For example, the carbon capture system 1000 can include a first filter unit 1052 configured to capture carbon dioxide, a second filter unit 1054 configured to capture carbon monoxide, and a third filter unit 1056 configured to capture methane. By varying the adsorption material 1030 to be optimal for the type of gas to be captured, various filter units can be configured. Additionally, the various filter units can have various electrical elements that improve the electrochemical performance of the filter unit.

[0096] Furthermore, the various filter units can be configured to discharge the airflow at various locations. For example, the first filter unit 1052 can discharge the airflow 1006 to the brake for additional cooling, while other filter units can discharge the airflow 1006 at other locations.

[0097] FIG. 11 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1000 having a plurality of filter units 1010. The airflow 1006 entering the intake vent 1004 can be directed to one or more of the filter units 1010 before the airflow 1006 is discharged from the system through an exhaust vent 1023 disposed on the hood of the vehicle 1002. The exhaust vent 1023 can have various configurations. For example, the exhaust vent 1023 can be in the same plane as the surface of the vehicle 1002, offset towards the vehicle 1002, or have a protruding output area. Using various structural elements including the orientation of the vent opening, vent vanes, or other similar elements, the exhaust vent 1023 can discharge the airflow 1006 in a specific direction.

[0098] FIG. 12A shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1200 having a chin spoiler 1254. The chin spoiler 1204 can direct outside air to the filter unit 1210 for carbon capture.

[0099] The chin spoiler 1254 is an air deflector unit that can act as an intake vent 1204 for the vehicle 1202. The chin spoiler 1254 is more aerodynamic and can help reduce drag under the vehicle 1202. The outside air entering the chin spoiler 1254 can be directed to the filter unit 1210 before the airflow 1206 is discharged from the system. In this example, the carbon capture system 1200 can include the vehicle 1202, the chin spoiler 1254, and the filter unit 1210. The operation of the vehicle 1202 can generate the airflow 1206.

[0100] In some embodiments, the airflow 1206 enters from the chin spoiler 1254, passes through the filter unit 1210, and is discharged towards the brakes under the body of the vehicle 1202. Thus, additional cooling for the braking components can be provided.

[0101] In other embodiments, the filter unit 1210 may be disposed behind the chin spoiler 1254. The chin spoiler 1254 and the filter unit 1210 may be an integrated unit that can be installed on the vehicle 1202 so as to replace an existing type of spoiler structure of the vehicle 1202.

[0102] In an embodiment, the chin spoiler 1254 may have a narrowing configuration in which the front cross-sectional area 1244 is larger than the filter cross-sectional area 1246, and can increase the air pressure entering the filter unit 1210.

[0103] FIG. 12B shows an embodiment of the carbon capture system 1200 having a chin spoiler 1254. The chin spoiler 1254 may be a custom form unit for an old vehicle. The chin spoiler 1254 may have a replaceable air capture box provided with a solid adsorbent for carbon capture.

[0104] In some embodiments, the chin spoiler 1254 may include a balance spoiler 1256. The balance spoiler 1256 may include a panel disposed under the bumper for aerodynamic purposes. The balance spoiler 1256 may help direct the airflow 1206 under the vehicle 1202 and towards the filter unit 1210. The balance spoiler 1256 may be configured to be mounted on an existing vehicle and include a filter unit 1210 for carbon capture.

[0105] The chin spoiler 1254 may include a custom flange that fits the body of the vehicle 1202. The chin spoiler 1254 may include a filter box 1212 disposed behind the chin spoiler 1254 or the grille of the chin spoiler 1254 for carbon capture. The filter box 1212 may be custom-sized to operate with the chin spoiler 1254. The filter box 1212 may be removed from the chin spoiler 1254 and processed in the same manner as other filter box units. The chin spoiler 1254 acts as an air ram and may use the air ram effect to increase the air pressure entering the filter box 1212.

[0106] Figure 13 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1300 with a train 1302. The train 1302 may include a locomotive 1301 and any one or more train cars 1303.

[0107] The train 1302 may be a vehicle operating on rails. The train 1302 may be a high-speed rail train, a tram, a diesel train, a trolley, a subway train, a regional transport train, a freight train, or other similar types of rail vehicles. Examples of the train 1302 may include the a Grande Vitesse or TGV of France. The TGV may operate at high speeds up to several hundred kilometers per hour. The TGV utilizes an aerodynamic shape for efficient operation.

[0108] The train 1302 may be configured to include one or more train cars 1303. Each of the train cars 1303 may optionally include one or more carbon capture systems 1300. The train cars 1303 may be passenger cars, freight cars, auxiliary locomotives, utility vehicles, or other similar types of vehicles attached to a locomotive.

[0109] In some embodiments, the train 1302 may be configured to include an intake vent 1304 at the front of the locomotive 1301, on top of the locomotive 1301, on top of the train cars 1303, on the side of the train cars 1303, or other similar locations.

[0110] In these embodiments, the intake vent 1304 can act as an air scoop or diverter that guides the air flow 1306 to the filter unit 1310. The filter unit 1310 can be disposed in a unit behind the intake vent 1304, in the body of the train 1302, or in other similar locations. In this example, the carbon capture system 1300 can include the train 1302, the intake vent 1304, and the filter unit 1310. The operation of a vehicle such as the train 1302 can generate an air flow 1306.

[0111] Since the locomotive 1301 and the train carriages 1303 can be operated in the reverse direction, the intake vents 1304 on the upper and side surfaces of the train 1302 can have a configuration that rotates to face the traveling direction. For example, the intake vent 1304 can be attached to a rotating structural member that can manually or automatically change the direction in which the intake vent 1304 faces.

[0112] FIG. 14 shows an embodiment of the carbon capture system 1400 in the train 1402. The train 1402 can include a locomotive 1401 and optionally one or more train carriages 1403.

[0113] The train 1402 can be configured to include intake vents 1404 disposed on the upper part of the locomotive 1401 and the upper part of the train carriages 1403. The intake vents 1404 can extend horizontally on the upper part of the train 1402. The intake vents 1404 can guide the air flow 1406 to one or more filter units 1410 for carbon capture. The intake vents 1404 can be configured to increase the total filter air pressure 1450 during operation. The filter unit 1410 is of the type described in the previous section. In this example, the carbon capture system 1400 can include the train 1402, the intake vents 1404, and the filter unit 1410. The operation of a vehicle such as the train 1402 can generate an air flow 1406.

[0114] FIG. 15 shows a side view of an embodiment of the carbon capture system 1400 in the train 1402. The train 1402 can include a locomotive 1401 and optionally one or more train carriages 1403.

[0115] The locomotive 1401 may include an intake vent 1404 disposed in a lower portion of the front of the locomotive 1401. The intake vent 1404, such as a chin spoiler, can direct the airflow 1406 to the filter unit 1410 for carbon capture.

[0116] In some embodiments, the front cross-sectional area 1444 of the intake vent 1404 may be larger than the filter cross-sectional area 1446. The difference in cross-sectional areas results in an increase in the total air pressure in the filter unit 1410 based on the operation of the train 1402. The compression of the airflow 1406 as it moves from the intake vent 1404 to the filter unit 1410 can increase the filter total air pressure 1450. The total air pressure can be a combination of static air pressure and dynamic air pressure.

[0117] In different embodiments, the carbon capture system 1400 can use a ram air intake configuration. The ram air intake configuration is such that the operation of the train 1402 can cause an increase in the dynamic air pressure component, raising the static air pressure inside the filter unit 1410. The high pressure in the filter unit 1410 can improve the carbon capture performance of the carbon capture system 1400.

[0118] FIG. 16 shows a side view of an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1600 with an intake vent on a train 1602. The train 1602 may include a locomotive 1601 and optionally one or more train cars 1603.

[0119] In an embodiment, the train 1602 may include a retractable intake vent 1605. The retractable intake vent 1605 may be disposed on the upper part of the train 1602, such as on the upper part of the locomotive 1601 or the train car 1603. The retractable intake vent 1605 may extend upward or open upward in a pattern during operation to facilitate the induction of the air flow 1606 to the filter unit 1610. The retractable intake vent 1605 may be retracted or closed downward in a pattern when not in use to improve the aerodynamic profile of the train 1602. In this example, the carbon capture system 1600 may include the train 1602, the retractable intake vent 1605, and the filter unit 1610. The operation of a vehicle such as the train 1602 may generate the air flow 1606.

[0120] During operation, the retractable intake vent 1605 can direct the air flow 1606 to the filter unit 1610 directly or via the air flow pipe 1622. The filter unit 1610 may be disposed below the retractable intake vent 1605 and within the body of the train 1602. The filter unit 1610 may be similar to the units described in the previous section.

[0121] FIG. 17 shows a diagram of an embodiment of the carbon capture system 1700 on a truck 1702. The truck 1702 may include a tractor 1701 and optionally one or more trailers 1703. The truck 1702 may be an electric vehicle, diesel-powered, gasoline-powered, hybrid, or a vehicle of a similar type.

[0122] The carbon capture system 1700 can be configured in various ways. In one configuration, the system can include an integrated unit 1711 having an intake vent 1704 disposed on top of the tractor 1701 and a filter unit 1710 disposed behind the intake vent 1704 to receive an air stream 1706. The integrated unit 1711, such as a capture filter, can form an air diverter that makes the truck 1702 more aerodynamic by providing a smooth surface that redirects the air flow over the driver's seat and over the top of the trailer 1703. In this example, the carbon capture system 1700 can include the truck 1702, the intake vent 1704, and the filter unit 1710. The operation of a vehicle such as the truck 1702 can generate an air stream 1706. In some embodiments, the integrated unit 1711 can be configured as part of the roof of the tractor 1701 or as an aftermarket unit. The bottom of the integrated unit 1711 can be coplanar with the top of the tractor 1701 so as to eliminate any gap between the integrated unit 1711 and the tractor 1701.

[0123] In another embodiment, the truck 1702 can be configured to include an intake vent 1704 behind the grille or in a lower front portion of the truck 1702. The intake vent 1704 can direct air to one or more filter units 1710 and direct the air stream 1706 to the brakes for additional cooling.

[0124] FIG. 18 shows a side view of the carbon capture system 1700 on the truck 1702. The integrated unit can be mounted on top of the driver's seat of the tractor 1701. The integrated unit 1711 can direct outside air at the top of the driver's seat of the tractor 1701 and at the top of the trailer 1703.

[0125] The integrated unit can include the intake vent 1704 and one or more filter units 1710 behind the intake vent 1704. The integrated unit 1711 can form an aerodynamic surface for redirecting the outside air flow around the driver's seat of the tractor 1701 and the trailer 1703.

[0126] FIG. 19 shows a diagram of an embodiment of a carbon capture system 1900 on a truck 1902. The carbon capture system 1900 may include an integrated unit 1911 mounted on top of the driver's seat of a tractor 1901. The integrated unit 1911 can induce external airflow at the top of the driver's seat of the tractor 1901 and at the top of the trailer 1903. In this configuration, the integrated unit 1911 can form a solid shape at the top of the driver's seat of the tractor 1901 and can be flatly attached to the top of the driver's seat. The intake vent 1904 may be disposed at the front of the unit that can discharge the airflow 1906 at the top of the driver's seat of the tractor 1901 and at the top of the trailer 1903 after inducing the airflow 1906 to the filter unit 1910 within the integrated unit 1911. The intake vent 1904 of the integrated unit 1911 can receive outside air flowing over the hood and windshield of the tractor 1901. In this example, the carbon capture system 1900 may include the truck 1902, the intake vent 1904, and the filter unit 1910. The operation of a vehicle such as the truck 1902 can generate the airflow 1906. In some embodiments, the carbon capture system 1900 can be mounted on an existing truck as a retrofit facility.

[0127] In another embodiment, one of the intake vents 1904 can be disposed at a position below the front of the driver's seat of the tractor 1902. The airflow 1906 can be induced to the filter unit 1910 behind the intake vent 1904. Alternatively, the airflow 1906 can be induced upward and by the hood of the driver's seat of the tractor 1901.

[0128] FIG. 20 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 2000 on an aircraft 2002. The carbon capture system 2000 may include an intake vent 2004 on the side of the fuselage of the aircraft 2002. The intake vent 2004 induces the airflow 2006 to a filter unit 2010 disposed within the body of the aircraft 2002 and discharges the airflow 2006 from an outflow vent 2062 at the rear of the aircraft 2002. In this example, the carbon capture system 2000 may include the aircraft 2002, the intake vent 2004, and the filter unit 2010. The operation of a vehicle such as the aircraft 2002 can generate the airflow 2006.

[0129] The intake vent 2004 can operate in a laminar flow area adjacent to the body of the aircraft 2002. This can allow the incoming air to flow smoothly into the intake vent 2004. In some embodiments, the intake vent 2004 can be configured like a scoop by the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), or a tube by NACA, or an inlet by NACA. The NACA tube is a low-drag air inlet design. The NACA tube can increase the flow rate of air through the tube while not disturbing the boundary layer, maintaining a laminar airflow, and minimizing the increase in drag.

[0130] The outflow vent 2062 can be disposed behind the filter unit 2010. The outflow vent 2062 can be an open or retractable structural element. In one example, the outflow vent 2062 can include a flap that can cover the outflow vent 2062 when the carbon capture system 2000 is not operating. The outflow vent 2062 can be disposed on the side, top, or rear of the aircraft 2002.

[0131] In an embodiment, the aircraft 2002 can include a retractable intake vent 2005. The retractable intake vent 2005 can be disposed on the side of the fuselage of the aircraft 2002. The retractable intake vent 2005 can extend outwardly during operation to facilitate the induction of the airflow 2006 to the filter unit 2010. The retractable intake vent 2005 can be retracted when not in use to improve the aerodynamic profile of the aircraft 2002. The retractable intake vent 2005 can be a retractable NACA vent that can be stored in the fuselage of the aircraft 2002.

[0132] During operation, the retractable intake vent 2005 can direct the airflow 2006 to the filter unit 2010 directly or through the airflow tube 2022. The airflow tube 2022 can extend to the body of the aircraft, such as through the lower cargo hold of the aircraft 2002.

[0133] The filter unit 2010 can be disposed behind the retractable intake vent 2005 and within the body of the aircraft 2002. The filter unit 2010 can be similar to the unit described in the previous section.

[0134] Figure 21 shows an embodiment of a carbon capture system 2100 on an aircraft 2102. The carbon capture system 2100 may include a filter unit 2110 in one or more external pods attached to the wing of the aircraft 2102.

[0135] The external pod 2111 may be attached under the wing of the aircraft 2102. The external pod 2111 may be attached in a single or double configuration. Each of the external pods 2111 may include an intake vent 2104 that can direct the airflow 2106 through one or more filter units 2110 within the external pod 2111. After passing through the filter unit 2110, the airflow 2106 can exit the external pod 2111 at the outflow vent 2162. The external pod 2111 can be coupled to the wing of the aircraft 2102 in various ways. The external pod 2111 can be attached to the aircraft 2102 by a quick release system (not shown) that allows for rapid replacement and exchange of the external pod 2111 with a new one. The external pod 2111 can be configured to...

[0136] In this example, the carbon capture system 2100 may include the aircraft 2102, the intake vent 2104, and the filter unit 2110. Operation in the air of a vehicle such as the aircraft 2102 can create an airflow 2106 in the external pod 2111. The airflow 2106 can create an air ram effect that can increase the air pressure 2124 in the filter unit 2110.

[0137] 4.0. Functional Overview Figure 22 shows an operating process flow 2280 for the carbon capture system 2200. The operating process flow 2280 may describe the steps and processes for operating the carbon capture system 2200.

[0138] The operation process flow 2280 may include various operations. In an exemplary embodiment, the operation process flow 2280 may include a filter matrix mounting step 2284, an intake vent setting step 2286, a carbon material capture step 2288, a filter matrix removal step 2290, an agglomerated material formation step 2292, and a structural material formation step 2294.

[0139] In the filter matrix mounting step 2284, a filter box 2212 having a filter matrix 2214 may be mounted on a filter unit 2210 of the vehicle 2202. The filter matrix 2214 may include filter fibers 2220 and may be treated with an adsorbent material 2230 for capturing the carbon material 2208. In another embodiment, the filter matrix 2214 may be mounted on the filter unit 2210.

[0140] The mounting of the filter matrix 2214 to the vehicle 2202 may include bolting, fastening, welding, gluing, epoxy bonding, or other methods of joining two elements. The mounting of the filter unit 2210 includes mounting the filter matrix 2214 and the filter fibers 2220 to the vehicle 2202.

[0141] In the intake vent setting step 2286, an intake vent 2204 may be disposed on the vehicle 2202 and may be set to collect outside air into the air flow 2206 and direct the air flow 2206 to the filter unit 2210. The setting of the intake vent 2204 may include positioning and aligning the intake vent 2204, optionally extending a retractable intake vent 2205 into the outside air flow, opening and adjusting an air flow tube 2222, and optionally opening and adjusting an exhaust vent 2223. The setting of the intake vent 2204 may also include modifying any of the electrical or mechanical working elements including a heating element, a pump, a vent, a vane, or other elements that modify the air flow 2206.

[0142] In the carbon material capture step 2288, the air stream 2206 can be induced to the filter unit 2210 and the filter fibers 2220 of the filter matrix 2214. The adsorbent material 2230 of the filter matrix 2214, such as the filter fibers 2220 or other similar elements, can interact with the carbon material 2208 in the air stream 2206 to form a carbon-attached material 2238 within the filter fibers 2220.

[0143] In the filter matrix removal step 2290, the filter box 2212 having the filter matrix 2214 can be removed from within the filter unit 2210. The filter box 2212 is a detachable element that can be replaced at regular or irregular intervals.

[0144] In the agglomerated material formation step 2292, the filter matrix 2214 can be transformed into an agglomerated material 2252 by mechanically disassembling the filter matrix 2214 and cutting it into small pieces. The agglomerated material 2252 can include agglomerated fibers 2272 formed from the filter fibers 2220, where the adsorbent material 2230 can be at least partially transformed into the carbon-attached material 2238 that has captured the carbon material 2208 from the air stream 2206.

[0145] In the structural material formation step 2294, a structural material 2254 can be formed by combining the agglomerated material 2252 with a binder 2260. The structural material 2254 can have various configurations such as fiber-reinforced concrete. Once the structural material 2254 is formed, it can be utilized in structural components such as floors, walls, blocks, roads, or other similar elements.

[0146] The above and other examples of other embodiments are found within the present disclosure.

[0147] 5.0. Example of Embodiment In the following sections and use cases, examples of several embodiments are presented without limitation.

[0148] According to an embodiment, a method of operating a carbon capture system includes attaching a filter matrix to a vehicle for extracting a carbon material from an air flow generated by the operation of the vehicle, the filter matrix having an adsorbent material for capturing the carbon material from the air flow, inducing the air flow through an intake vent to the filter matrix having the adsorbent material, and capturing a portion of the carbon material in the air flow by the adsorbent material of the filter matrix by forming a carbon-deposited material on the filter matrix.

[0149] In an embodiment, the method further includes forming an agglomerating material at least partially including the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix, and forming a composite material by combining the agglomerating material with a binding material.

[0150] In an embodiment, the method further includes forming the composite material by using a mixture of the agglomerating material and cement to form the composite material.

[0151] In an embodiment, the method further includes attaching the filter matrix by binding filter fibers together to form the filter matrix.

[0152] In an embodiment, the method further includes attaching the filter matrix to a filter unit disposed in the air flow from the intake vent.

[0153] In an embodiment, the method further includes treating the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix to form agglomerated fibers, and forming a structural material by combining the agglomerated fibers with a binder.

[0154] In an embodiment, the invention further includes that the binder is cement or resin.

[0155] In an embodiment, the method further includes attaching the filter matrix by forming a filter matrix including adsorbent-reinforced fibers and structural fibers.

[0156] In an embodiment, the method further includes that the agglomerated fibers have carbon-coated fibers and fibers having a tensile strength higher than that of the carbon-coated fibers.

[0157] In an embodiment, the method further includes attaching the fiber matrix to an automobile, a truck, a train, an aircraft, or a wind turbine blade.

[0158] According to an embodiment, a carbon capture system includes an adsorption material for capturing a carbon material, a filter matrix mounted on a vehicle for extracting the carbon material from an air flow generated by the operation of the vehicle, the filter matrix having an adsorption material for capturing the carbon material from the air flow, and an intake vent of the vehicle for guiding the air flow through the filter matrix having the adsorption material, wherein a portion of the carbon material in the air flow forms a carbon-deposited material together with the adsorption material of the filter matrix.

[0159] In an embodiment, the system further includes an agglomerated material at least partially formed from the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix and a binding material combined with the agglomerated material to form a composite material.

[0160] In an embodiment, the system further includes a composite material formed of a mixture of the agglomerated material and cement.

[0161] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the filter matrix includes filter fibers bonded together.

[0162] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the filter matrix is mounted on a filter unit disposed in the air flow from the intake vent.

[0163] In an embodiment, the system further includes a structural material formed from agglomerated fibers and a binder from the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix.

[0164] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the binder is cement or resin.

[0165] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the filter matrix includes adsorbent reinforcing fibers and structural fibers.

[0166] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the agglomerated fibers include a carbon-coated material and fibers having a tensile strength higher than that of the carbon-coated material.

[0167] In an embodiment, the system further includes that the vehicle is an automobile, a truck, a train, an aircraft, or a wind turbine blade.

[0168] 6.0 Extended Examples and Alternatives As used herein, the terms "first", "second", "a certain", and "specific" are used as a naming convention for distinguishing queries, plans, expressions, steps, objects, devices, or other items from each other, so these items can be referred to after being introduced. Unless otherwise specified herein, the use of these terms does not imply the order, timing, or other characteristics of the items mentioned.

[0169] In the drawings, various components are depicted as being connected to various other components by arrows. These arrows merely indicate an example of the airflow between or through the components. The direction of the arrows or the absence of an arrow line between certain components should also be interpreted as indicating the presence or absence of flow between certain components themselves.

[0170] In the specification, embodiments of the invention are described by reference to numerous specific details that may vary from implementation to implementation. Thus, the only and exclusive indication of what is the invention, as intended by the applicant, is a set of claims presented in this application, and in the specific form in which such claims are presented, including any later amendments. In this regard, although it is shown in the claims of this specification that certain claims are dependent on other claims, it should be noted that the features of the dependent claims of this application may be combined, as appropriate, with the features of other dependent claims and also with the features of the independent claims of this system, and are not solely due to the specific dependencies set forth in a set of claims. Also, although separate embodiments are considered in this specification, any combination of the embodiments and / or partial embodiments considered in this specification may be combined to form further embodiments.

[0171] The definitions explicitly set forth in this specification for terms included in such claims shall govern the meaning of such terms as used in the claims. Thus, no limitation, element, characteristic, feature, advantage, or attribute not specified in the claims should limit the scope of such claims in any way. Accordingly, the specification and drawings are to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense.

[0172] It is understood that system functionality may be described using terms such as modules, units, systems, subsystems, pods, and components that represent devices that may be implemented using various combinations of mechanical, hardware, firmware, and software elements. Systems and devices may include electrical subsystems, mechanical subsystems, and other physical elements that operate and control the system. These elements may include computing elements that can execute the firmware and software of the system to control the mechanical characteristics of the system. In addition, the mechanical elements of the system can operate with or without a control mechanism in normal operation.

Description of the Reference Numerals

[0173] 100 Carbon capture system 102 vehicles 104 Intake vent 106 Airflow 108 Carbon Materials 110 Filter unit 112 Filter Box 114 Filter Matrix 120 filter fibers 122 Airflow Tube 124 air pressure 130 Adsorption materials 132 Solid Adsorbents 134 Liquid Adsorbents 136 Dry Adsorbent 138 Carbon-Deposited Materials 200 Carbon Capture System 202 vehicles 204 Intake Vent 210 Filter Unit 223 Exhaust Vent 300 Carbon Capture System 302 Automobiles 304 Intake Vent 306 Airflow 310 Filter Unit 312 Filter Box 314 Filter Matrix 344 Front cross-sectional area 346 Filter cross-sectional area 400 Carbon Capture System 402 Trucks 404 Intake Vent 406 Airflow 450 Battery Pack 600 Carbon Capture System 602 vehicles 604 Intake Vent 605 Lower intake vent 606 Airflow 607 Downdraft 609 Upward Airflow 610 Filter Unit 611 Upper intake vent 613 Lower filter unit Upper Filter Unit Filter Manifold Carbon Capture System Vehicle Intake Vent Retractable Intake Vent Airflow Carbon Material Filter Unit Filter Box Filter Matrix Filter Fiber Filter Yarn Airflow Tube Adsorbent Material Solid Adsorbent Liquid Adsorbent Carbon-Adhered Material Protective Grill Frontal Cross-Sectional Area Filter Cross-Sectional Area Agglomerating Material Structural Material Reinforcing Fiber Binder First Fiber Second Fiber Third Fiber Adsorbing Fiber Structural Fiber Hybrid Fiber Agglomerating Fiber Carbon Capture System Vehicle Intake Vent Airflow Filter Unit Exhaust Vent Carbon Capture System Vehicle Intake Vent Airflow Carbon Material Filter Unit Exhaust Vent 1030 Adsorbent material 1052 First filter unit 1054 Second filter unit 1056 Third filter unit 1200 Carbon capture system 1202 Vehicle 1206 Airflow 1210 Filter unit 1212 Filter box 1244 Front cross-sectional area 1246 Filter cross-sectional area 1254 Chin spoiler 1300 Carbon capture system 1301 Locomotive 1302 Train 1303 Train car 1304 Intake vent 1306 Airflow 1310 Filter unit 1400 Carbon capture system 1401 Locomotive 1402 Train 1403 Train car 1404 Intake vent 1406 Airflow 1410 Filter unit 1444 Front cross-sectional area 1446 Filter cross-sectional area 1450 Total filter air pressure 1600 Carbon capture system 1601 Locomotive 1602 Train 1603 Train car 1605 Retractable intake vent 1606 Airflow 1610 Filter unit 1622 Airflow pipe 1700 Carbon capture system 1701 Tractor 1702 Truck 1703 Trailer 1704 Intake vent 1706 Airflow 1710 Filter Unit 1711 Integrated Unit 1900 Carbon Capture System 1901 Tractor 1902 Truck 1903 Trailer 1904 Intake Vent 1910 Filter Unit 1911 Integrated Unit 2000 Carbon Capture System 2002 aircraft 2004 intake vent 2005 Retractable Intake Vent 2006 Airflow 2010 Filter Unit 2062 Outlet Vent 2100 Carbon Capture System 2102 Aircraft 2104 Intake vent 2106 Airflow 2110 Filter Unit 2111 External Pod 2124 Air pressure 2162 Outlet Vent 2200 Carbon Capture System 2204 Intake Vent 2205 Retractable Intake Vent 2206 Airflow 2208 Carbon Materials 2210 Filter Unit 2212 Filter Box 2214 Filter Matrix 2220 Filter Fiber 2222 Airflow tube 2223 Exhaust Vent 2224 Air pressure 2230 Adsorption materials 2232 Solid adsorbents 2234 Liquid adsorbents 2236 Dry adsorbent 2238 Carbon deposition materials 2252 Agglomerated materials 2254 Structural materials 2260 Binder 2272 Agglomerated fiber 2280 Working process flow

Claims

1. A method for operating a carbon capture system, comprising: mounting a filter matrix on a vehicle for extracting a carbon material from an air flow generated by the operation of the vehicle, the filter matrix having an adsorbent material for capturing the carbon material from the air flow; inducing an air flow through an intake vent to the filter matrix having the adsorbent material; forming a carbon-deposited material with the filter matrix to capture a portion of the carbon material of the air flow with the adsorbent material of the filter matrix; A method comprising the above steps.

2. The method according to claim 1, further comprising forming an agglomerating material at least partially encompassing the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix, and forming a composite material by combining the agglomerating material with a binding material.

3. The method according to claim 1, wherein forming the composite material includes forming the composite material using a mixture of the agglomerating material and cement.

4. The method according to claim 1, wherein mounting the filter matrix includes forming the filter matrix by binding filter fibers together.

5. The method according to claim 1, wherein mounting the filter matrix includes mounting the filter matrix on a filter unit disposed in the air flow from the intake vent.

6. The method according to claim 1, further comprising treating the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix to obtain agglomerated fibers, and forming a structural material by combining the agglomerated fibers with a binder.

7. The method according to claim 6, wherein the binder is cement or resin.

8. The method according to claim 1, wherein mounting the filter matrix includes forming the filter matrix with adsorbent-enhanced fibers and structural fibers.

9. The method according to claim 6, wherein the agglomerated fibers include carbon-deposited fibers and fibers having a higher tensile strength than the carbon-deposited fibers.

10. The method according to claim 1, wherein mounting the fiber matrix includes mounting the fiber matrix on an automobile, a truck, a train, an aircraft, or a wind turbine blade.

11. A carbon capture system, comprising: an adsorbent material for capturing a carbon material; A filter matrix mounted on the vehicle for extracting carbon material from the airflow generated by the operation of the vehicle, the filter matrix having an adsorption material for capturing carbon material from the airflow, An intake vent of the vehicle for guiding the airflow through the filter matrix having the adsorption material, wherein a portion of the carbon material in the airflow forms a carbon-deposited material together with the adsorption material of the filter matrix, the intake vent, A carbon capture system comprising the same.

12. An agglomerated material at least partially formed from the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix, A binding material combined with the agglomerated material to form a composite material, The system according to claim 11, further comprising the same.

13. The system according to claim 11, further comprising a composite material formed of a mixture of the agglomerated material and cement.

14. The system according to claim 11, wherein the filter matrix includes filter fibers bonded together.

15. The system according to claim 11, wherein the filter matrix is mounted on a filter unit disposed in the airflow from the intake vent.

16. The system according to claim 11, further comprising a structural material formed from the agglomerated fibers and a binder from the carbon-deposited material of the filter matrix.

17. The system according to claim 16, wherein the binder is cement or resin.

18. The system according to claim 11, wherein the filter matrix includes adsorbent-reinforced fibers and structural fibers.

19. The system according to claim 16, wherein the agglomerated fibers include carbon-deposited fibers and fibers having a higher tensile strength than the carbon-deposited fibers.

20. The system according to claim 11, wherein the vehicle is an automobile, a truck, a train, an aircraft, or a wind turbine blade.

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