Apparatus, method and system for generating gas bubbles

Abstract

The present invention provides a bubble generating device. The device includes at least one wind sail (104) configured to direct an airflow into a container (100). The device also includes at least one first vertical longitudinal conduit (108) operatively connected to the at least one wind sail (104) and configured to receive the airflow directed by the at least one wind sail (104). The device further includes at least one horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) operatively connected to the vertical longitudinal conduit (108) and configured to augment the airflow in the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116), where the augmented airflow can generate energy. The device also includes at least one second vertical longitudinal conduit (120) configured to direct the augmented airflow to a bubble generating mechanism (122). The bubble generating mechanism (122) is operatively connected to the second vertical longitudinal conduit (120), and the bubble generating mechanism (122) increases the speed of the vessel (100) by creating a layer of bubbles adjacent to the submerged region of the vessel (100).

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates generally to increasing the speed of a vessel, and more particularly to creating a foam film or layer adjacent to a submerged region of the vessel to effectively reduce the vessel's frictional resistance. [Background technology]

[0002] Vessels, such as ships, yachts, boats, etc., navigate various bodies of water, including but not limited to oceans, canals, rivers, and other deep water bodies, carrying cargo and passengers. As is commonly understood, vessels navigate in media that offer significant drag resistance compared to land vehicles. Drag refers to the energy required to push water out of the vessel's path. Drag not only reduces the vessel's speed, but also increases the vessel's fuel consumption.

[0003] When a ship sails, a turbulent boundary layer forms above or below the waterline along the surface of the hull. This creates frictional resistance on the surface of the hull, reducing the ship's propulsive performance. Ships sailing on oceans or rivers are subject to various disturbances, such as waves and currents, and are also affected by the state of their cargo and navigation conditions, which can lead to a reduction in propulsive performance.

[0004] There are many known techniques for reducing frictional resistance between water waves and the hull of a ship to facilitate smooth sailing. Such conventional general types are well known in the art and are described in the following patents and publications:

[0005] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open Publication No. 2004-188993 discloses a method of installing a sensor on the bottom of a ship's hull to detect expelled air bubbles. The sensor is attached in a position where it can detect the air bubbles. Specifically, the sensor signal is input to a ship motion measuring unit, which in turn inputs wave information / relative wave information, ship acceleration, and wind direction detection values. However, this conventional technology is economically unsuitable for improving ship speed.

[0006] Another patent document discloses a technical idea of ​​suctioning exhaust gas from a turbocharger and injecting the gas into water to reduce frictional resistance, while adjusting a fuel adjustment means and a gas suction amount adjustment means to reduce fuel consumption and adjust the exhaust gas flow rate to minimize the fuel supply amount. However, the idea disclosed in this patent document merely controls the suction amount so that the fuel supply amount to the main engine is reduced for a given ship speed. This does not necessarily achieve optimal control. Furthermore, it is unable to reduce the effective resistance in the bow section of the ship.

[0007] Another patent document discloses a technical idea of ​​providing an intake port at a low-pressure spot of a turbocharger that compresses gas for the main engine and discharging the intake gas into water. The idea disclosed in this patent document mentions a valve for adjusting the flow rate, but does not disclose a specific technology for reducing frictional resistance.

[0008] Another patent document discloses a technical idea of ​​providing a branch line to the compressed air line of the turbocharger of the main engine, and drawing in scavenging gas from a spot downstream of the intercooler to discharge bubbles. However, this idea also does not disclose a specific control method, and there is a possibility that it may have a negative impact on the operation of the main engine and may not be able to achieve the effect of improving the ship's speed.

[0009] Another patent document discloses the technical concept of a turbo compound system (exhaust gas is passed through a blower turbine, and the blower blows out gas to expel foam) in which exhaust gas from the main engine is branched and a turbine is provided in the branch line, and this turbine drives a blower to expel foam from the hull. However, this concept does not disclose a specific control method, and does not effectively demonstrate the propulsion performance of the ship.

[0010] Another patent document describes a system in which a hull is equipped with air injection units that inject air from nozzles via an air injection control unit, a sensor that detects air bubbles or air sheets released onto the bottom of the hull, and a hull operation measurement unit that inputs signals from the sensors to the hull operation measurement unit. Wave information, relative wave information, displacement, movement speed, acceleration, direction, bubble detection status, wind speed, and wind direction are input to the hull operation measurement unit, which then detects the bubble status based on bottom pressure information, bubble distribution information, frictional force information, and hull resistance information, and optimally controls the released air layer and bubble status. Because of this configuration, the various types of information detected are limited. Control is not performed based on navigation conditions such as the relative speed between the ship and the water or the draft state, or ship conditions such as the operating status of the ship and engine. This system does not allow for appropriate control of bubble generation and effectively reduces frictional resistance. Furthermore, the number of air injection units is not controlled based on various detected information.

[0011] Another patent document discloses a concept of controlling the supply of pressurized gas and exhaust gas according to pressure and draft, supplying gas when the pressure rises to a certain value and exceeds a pressure determined by the depth of the water to be projected (ejected), and stopping the supply of gas when the pressure drops. However, these documents do not disclose or suggest a concept of effectively reducing the resistance of a ship.

[0012] Another patent document discloses a technical concept of a microbubble injection device in which a fluid guide plate that guides a bubble-water mixture toward the stern is integrally formed at the front end of a fluid nozzle installed in the hull, and when the bubble-water mixture is injected, it is converted into kinetic energy to propel the vessel. However, the concept disclosed in this patent document does not allow for the direction of the injected fluid to be determined in advance. Furthermore, the fluid guide plate itself may create resistance and hinder the vessel's navigation. In any case, there is no disclosure of reducing the vessel's resistance by generating an unconfined layer of bubbles.

[0013] In light of the above limitations, numerous innovations have been proposed for conventional bubble generation technology, which, while suited to specific individual objectives to be addressed, have different structures and operations compared to the present subject matter. Thus, there is a need for improved devices to address a variety of challenges, including, but not limited to, the challenge of effectively reducing frictional drag acting on the bottom surface of a vessel.

[0014] The above-described deficiencies of conventional approaches and methods are intended only to provide an overview of some of the problems with conventional approaches and are not intended to be exhaustive. Other problems with conventional approaches and methods, as well as advantages of various non-limiting embodiments described herein, may become more apparent upon review of the following description. Summary of the Invention

[0015] The following presents a simplified summary of the invention in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the invention. This summary is not an exhaustive overview of the invention. It is not intended to identify key / critical elements of the invention or to delineate the scope of the invention. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of the invention in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description of the invention that is presented later.

[0016] In one implementation, an apparatus for generating air bubbles is disclosed. The apparatus includes at least one wind sail configured to direct an airflow into a marine vessel while the marine vessel is sailing in a desired direction. In one embodiment, the at least one wind sail is configured to receive wind from any direction, such as a tailwind, a headwind, or a crosswind. The apparatus also includes at least one first vertical longitudinal conduit operably coupled to the at least one wind sail for receiving the airflow directed by the at least one wind sail, the longitudinal conduit having a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow directed from the at least one wind sail. The apparatus further includes at least one horizontal longitudinal conduit operably coupled to the vertical longitudinal conduit for augmenting the airflow in the horizontal longitudinal conduit, the augmented airflow being capable of generating energy. The apparatus also includes at least one second vertical longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the horizontal longitudinal conduit and configured to direct the enhanced airflow to a bubble-generating mechanism operatively connected to the second vertical longitudinal conduit, the bubble-generating mechanism creating a layer of air bubbles adjacent to a submerged region of the vessel, thereby increasing the vessel's speed.

[0017] In another implementation, the airflow corresponds to a group that includes a headwind, a crosswind, and a tailwind.

[0018] In yet another implementation, a rotation device changes the direction of the port and starboard sides of the vessel.

[0019] In yet another implementation, an interior portion of the first vertical longitudinal conduit includes a threaded portion to provide a unidirectional downward airflow towards the horizontal longitudinal conduit.

[0020] In yet another implementation, a horizontal longitudinal conduit is divided into upper, middle, and lower segments to direct the enhanced airflow into a second vertical longitudinal conduit.

[0021] In yet another implementation, each segment of the horizontal longitudinal conduit comprises at least one conversion device capable of converting energy originating from the airflow into electrical energy.

[0022] In yet another implementation, a method for generating air bubbles is disclosed. The method includes directing an airflow into a marine vessel by at least one wind sail. The method further includes receiving the airflow directed by the at least one wind sail by a first vertical longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the at least one wind sail, the longitudinal conduit having a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow directed from the at least one wind sail. The method further includes augmenting the airflow in the horizontal longitudinal conduit by a horizontal longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the vertical longitudinal conduit, the augmented airflow being capable of generating energy. Thereafter, the method includes directing the augmented airflow near a bottom portion of the marine vessel by a second vertical longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the horizontal longitudinal conduit. Finally, the method includes receiving, by an air bubble generating mechanism operatively connected to the second vertical longitudinal conduit, an air bubble layer adjacent to the submerged region of the vessel, thereby increasing the vessel's speed.

[0023] In yet another implementation, a system for generating air bubbles is disclosed. The method includes a repository having a hardware processor and a memory communicatively coupled to the hardware processor, the memory storing hardware processor instructions, the repository configured to store instructions related to generating air bubbles near a bow region of a marine vessel. The system further includes an airflow manager configured to direct an airflow within the marine vessel. The airflow manager further receives the airflow within at least a first vertical longitudinal conduit, where the first vertical longitudinal conduit has a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow. The airflow manager further augments the airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit, where the augmented airflow is capable of generating energy. The airflow manager then directs the augmented airflow to the at least first vertical longitudinal conduit, where the at least first vertical longitudinal conduit further directs the augmented airflow near a bottom portion of the marine vessel. The airflow manager also receives the enhanced airflow to create a layer of air bubbles adjacent to the flooded area of ​​the vessel, thereby increasing the vessel's speed. The system also includes a risk control manager configured to receive input from the airflow manager. The risk control manager further performs analysis on the received input using at least one artificial intelligence technique. The risk control manager then generates a proposal report to provide an optimal solution for controlling the airflow. [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0024] Some of the objectives of the present disclosure that are met by at least one embodiment herein are as follows:

[0025] It is an object of the present invention to provide a system installed on board a vessel that can be easily navigated in rough weather conditions.

[0026] Another object of the present invention is to provide a bubble generating mechanism that reduces drag on a vessel and improves the vessel's speed and fuel economy.

[0027] It is yet another object of the present invention to cause air bubbles to flow to the bottom of the vessel, creating a layer of air bubbles between the bottom of the vessel and the seawater.

[0028] Yet another object of the present invention is to effectively reduce frictional resistance by properly spraying foam without disturbance, and to utilize the effects of foam generation to further contribute to the smooth navigation of a ship.

[0029] It is still another object of the present invention to provide a frictional resistance reduction device for a ship that can reduce frictional resistance without requiring additional energy generation for bubble generation, thereby reducing energy consumption for this purpose.

[0030] It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a technique for spraying foam from the hull of a ship to improve the speed and fuel efficiency of the ship.

[0031] It is yet another object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for a marine vessel that generates foam using a renewable energy source while maintaining high efficiency without adversely affecting the operation of the main engine.

[0032] Other aspects, advantages and salient features of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which sets forth the invention in different embodiments. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0033] While the specification concludes with claims which particularly point out and distinctly claim the invention, it is believed that the advantages and features of this invention will be better understood by reference to the following more detailed description of the explicitly disclosed exemplary embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: The following drawings and detailed description are intended only to illustrate the explicitly disclosed exemplary embodiments and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims.

[0034] [Figure 1]FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a bow section equipped with a bubble generating mechanism for injecting bubbles above a ship, which is employed in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] [Figure 1a] FIG. 1a shows a schematic side view of a horizontal longitudinal conduit employed in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] [Figure 1b] FIG. 1b shows a schematic side view of an accommodation device employed in one embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Description of the Invention

[0037] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0038] The exemplary embodiments described herein have been described in detail for purposes of illustration and are subject to numerous variations in construction and configuration. It should be emphasized, however, that the present invention is not limited to the specific configurations shown and described herein. Various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances require or are convenient, but these are intended to cover any application or implementation of the present invention without departing from the scope of the claims of the present invention. It should also be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.

[0039] As used herein, the terms "including," "comprising," and "having" and variations thereof are meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof, as well as additional items. Additionally, the phrase "at least" or "at least one" suggests the use of one or more elements, ingredients, or amounts to achieve one or more desired purposes or results in embodiments of the disclosure. Additionally, the terms "an" and "a" do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced item. Additionally, the term "may" is used herein in a permissive sense (i.e., "could") rather than a mandatory sense (i.e., "must").

[0040] Furthermore, when used hereinafter, the terms "preferably," "more preferably," "particularly," "more particularly," "specifically," "more specifically," or similar terms are used in conjunction with optional features and do not limit alternative possibilities. Features introduced by these terms are therefore optional and do not limit the scope of the claims in any way. As will be understood by those skilled in the art, the present invention may be practiced using alternative features. Similarly, features introduced by "in one embodiment of the present invention" or similar expressions are optional features and do not entail any limitations regarding alternative embodiments of the invention, any limitations regarding the scope of the invention, or any limitations regarding the possibility of combining the features thus introduced with other optional or non-optional features of the invention.

[0041] The following detailed description is given by way of example, not by way of limitation, and is intended to clearly enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention, and describes several embodiments, adaptations, variations, alternatives, and uses of the invention, including what we presently contemplate as the best mode for carrying out the invention.

[0042] The present invention provides a low-cost, high-quality bubble generating mechanism that promotes the flow of air bubbles at the bottom of a ship (100) and creates a layer of air bubbles between the bottom of the ship (100) and seawater. This makes it possible to reduce the frictional resistance of the ship (100) with optimal efficiency that adapts to fluctuations in the relative speed between the water and the hull, the draft of the ship (100), the inclination of the hull, shear force acting on the hull, etc.

[0043] Referring to FIG. 1 , the present invention illustrates a schematic side view of a bow section of a vessel 100 in which a bubble-generating mechanism generates bubbles at the bottom of the vessel. The vessel 100 may be, but is not limited to, a cargo ship, a passenger ship, a defense vessel, a research vessel, or a fishing vessel. The vessel 100 may include a living area 102, which generally includes crew cabins, a galley, a pantry, a meeting room, lockers, and the like. The living area 102 is typically located at the stern of the vessel. The vessel may also include an apparatus having at least one wind sail 104 that may be installed on the windward side of the living area. In one embodiment, the at least one wind sail 104 is configured to receive wind from any direction, such as a tailwind, a headwind, or a crosswind. The at least one wind sail 104 may be configured to direct airflow into the vessel 100. For example, wind sails (104) may be installed on the starboard and port sides of the vessel (100) to collect airflow from the front while the vessel is sailing.

[0044] In one example, a rotation device 106 may be installed in the accommodation area 102 to change the direction of the vessel 100 between port and starboard. In particular, the rotation device 106 may be responsible for controlling the various directions of a wind sail. The wind sail 104 may be installed on the windward side of the accommodation area 102. In one example, the air currents may correspond to a group including a headwind, a crosswind, and a tailwind. The device may also include at least one first vertical longitudinal duct 108 that may be operably coupled to the at least one wind sail 104. In one example, the at least one first vertical longitudinal duct 108 may receive the air current through a plurality of slots 110 provided within the first vertical longitudinal duct 108 (as shown in FIG. 1b). The plurality of slots 110 may be located at least in a forward or aft portion of the vertical longitudinal duct 108.

[0045] As is commonly understood, the total amount of airflow depends on the constant frontal air volume and wind strength during sailing in the environment. In one embodiment, a processing engine (not shown) installed in the living area 102 may determine a set of control parameters for the optimal size of the slots 110. For example, under gusty wind conditions, the set of control parameters may provide an optimal solution for controlling the variable direction of wind flow around the vessel 100. The processing engine may include machine learning techniques, artificial intelligence techniques, template approaches, artificial potential field techniques, or any combination thereof, to determine the optimal size of the slots 110 by partially or fully covering the slots 110. In one embodiment, artificial intelligence techniques may also be used to optimize each slot 110 to generate musical notes. For example, artificial intelligence techniques may record and measure airflow to control acoustics and generate tuba-like sounds.

[0046] Furthermore, when the wind direction reverses, the airflow through the vessel (100) also reverses. Therefore, an additional longitudinal duct (112) operatively connected above the living area (102) can control the reverse airflow within the vessel (100). In particular, as shown in FIG. 1b, an emergency air release valve (114) may be installed within the additional longitudinal duct (112) to return the airflow to the environment in the event of an emergency. The device may also include at least one horizontal longitudinal duct (116) operatively connected to at least the first vertical longitudinal duct (108) to enhance the airflow within the at least one horizontal longitudinal duct (110). In one example, the at least one horizontal longitudinal duct (116) is divided into a plurality of segments, particularly an upper segment, a middle segment, and a lower segment. The diameter of each segment of the at least one horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) gradually decreases from the X direction to the Y direction, thereby enhancing the airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116). In particular, the size of the lower segment is smaller than both the upper and middle segments. In one example, the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) may be equipped with a back pressure prevention valve (118) to prevent reverse airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116).

[0047] As shown in FIG. 1b, each segment of the horizontal longitudinal conduit 116 includes at least one conversion device 120 capable of generating a high-velocity airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit 116. In one example, the conversion device 120 may be a turbine, jet pump, or the like, installed within each segment of the horizontal longitudinal conduit 120. The conversion device 120 may convert the airflow into mechanical energy, electrical energy, or a combination thereof. The generated mechanical energy may include the rotation of turbine blades, high-velocity airflow, or other mechanical energy. The high-velocity airflow may also be received by a second vertical longitudinal conduit 122 operatively connected to the horizontal longitudinal conduit 116.

[0048] In one embodiment, the airflow in the vertical pipe depends on three variables: (i) the area of ​​the sail (104), (ii) the intake volume and loss rate into the slots (112) of the vertical longitudinal conduit (108), and (iii) the diameter of each longitudinal conduit (108, 116, 120) and the total augmented airflow entering the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116). In one example, the equation for the intake air volume in the vessel (100), taking into account all the above variables and different gear ratios, is as follows: AV=s×0.5144×2w×n×pie×r×r, In the formula, "AV" is the volume of air per second in the horizontal longitudinal duct (116), "n" is the wind intake rate into the vertical longitudinal duct (108), "s" is the ship speed (knots), "w" is the width of the horizontal longitudinal duct (116), and "r" is the radius of the horizontal longitudinal duct (116).

[0049] For example, assuming n is 0.8, the vessel speed is 12 knots, and the area of ​​either the port or starboard wind sail (104) is 200 square meters, the formula would yield an AV value of 139 cubic meters. If the pitch of the conversion devices is 10 cm, theoretically, each conversion device (120) in the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) can rotate at 1390 rpm to generate a high-speed airflow. The high-speed airflow thus received by the device can then be utilized to generate electrical energy. The electrical energy may be utilized by an air bubble generator (124), for example, to supply air bubbles to the bottom of the vessel (100) to create a layer of air bubbles between the bottom of the vessel (100) and the seawater. The air bubble generator (124) may be operatively coupled to the bottom of the vessel (100), as shown in FIG. 1 .

[0050] The bubble generator 124 may also include a blower, air compressor, or other specialized system that can be used to create bubbles. The bubble generator 124 may create a film or layer of bubbles adjacent to the submerged area of ​​the vessel. In one embodiment, when the vessel 100 is traveling at a slow speed and the airflow received by the device is therefore weak, an auxiliary air compressor (not shown) may be utilized to provide the device with sufficient airflow to create a sufficient amount of bubbles adjacent to the submerged area of ​​the vessel. In one example, power for the auxiliary air compressor may be provided by a battery (connected to a propeller generator) installed on board the vessel. This would reduce drag between the vessel 100 and the seawater due to the layer of bubbles. This would result in increased speed and fuel economy for the vessel 100.

[0051] In another implementation, a method for generating air bubbles is disclosed. The method includes directing an airflow into a marine vessel (100) by at least one wind sail (104). The method further includes receiving the airflow directed by the at least one wind sail (104) by a first vertical longitudinal conduit (108) operably coupled to the at least one wind sail (104), the longitudinal conduit (112) having a plurality of slots (110) for receiving the airflow directed from the at least one wind sail (104). The method further includes augmenting the airflow in the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) by a horizontal longitudinal conduit (116) operably coupled to the first vertical longitudinal conduit (108), the augmented airflow being capable of generating energy. Thereafter, the method includes directing the augmented airflow near a bottom portion of the vessel (100) by a second vertical longitudinal conduit (122) operatively connected to the horizontal longitudinal conduit (116). Finally, the method includes receiving by an air bubble generating mechanism (124) operatively connected to the second vertical longitudinal conduit (122), the air bubble generating mechanism (124) creating a film or layer of foam adjacent to a submerged region of the vessel.

[0052] In yet another implementation, a system for generating air bubbles is disclosed. The system includes a repository having a hardware processor and a memory communicatively coupled to the hardware processor, the memory storing instructions for the hardware processor, the repository configured to store instructions related to generating air bubbles near a bow region of the marine vessel. The system further includes an airflow manager configured to direct an airflow within the marine vessel. The airflow manager further receives the airflow within at least a first vertical longitudinal conduit, wherein the first vertical longitudinal conduit has a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow. Furthermore, the airflow manager is capable of augmenting the airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit, wherein the augmented airflow is capable of generating energy.

[0053] The airflow manager then directs the increased airflow to at least a first vertical longitudinal duct (108), which further directs the increased airflow near the bottom portion of the vessel (100). The airflow manager also receives the increased airflow near the bow region of the vessel (100) and generates air bubbles. The system also includes a risk control manager configured to receive input from the airflow manager. The risk control manager further performs an analysis of the received input using at least one artificial intelligence technique. The risk control manager then generates a proposal report presenting an optimal solution for controlling the airflow. In one scenario, if the vessel is traveling slowly and therefore receives weaker airflow than a predetermined value, the risk control manager activates an auxiliary air compressor (not shown) to ensure sufficient air bubbles are always generated. The auxiliary air compressor also prevents back pressure from generating too much air bubbles near the bow of the vessel.

[0054] The foregoing description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and it will be apparent that many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings. The exemplary embodiments have been chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present invention and its practical application, so as to enable those skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and its various embodiments with various modifications suited to the particular uses contemplated. It should be understood that various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances require or for convenience, but are intended to cover any application or implementation of the present invention without departing from the spirit or scope of the appended claims.

[0055] <Technological advances> The invention described herein has several technical advantages, including but not limited to, improved speed and fuel efficiency of a vessel. Foam is sprayed onto the bottom of the vessel, minimizing drag on the vessel. High wind speeds are controlled, ensuring optimal vessel stability. Easy to use and economical. -Inexpensive to set up. -Consistent bubble generation is ensured even at low vessel speeds. · Artificial intelligence-based analysis is carried out.

[0056] The details of the embodiments described herein and their various features and advantages will be explained with reference to non-limiting embodiments in the following description. In order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the embodiments of the present specification, descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques will be omitted. The examples used herein are intended only to facilitate understanding of how the embodiments of the present specification can be implemented and to enable those skilled in the art to implement the embodiments of the present specification. Therefore, the examples should not be interpreted as limiting the scope of the embodiments of the present specification.

[0057] The above description of the specific embodiments sufficiently clarifies the general nature of the embodiments herein, and others, by applying existing knowledge, can easily modify and / or adapt such specific embodiments to various applications without departing from the general concept. Therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be encompassed within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and not of limitation. [Explanation of symbols]

[0058] 100…Ship 102…Residence area 104...Wind sail 106...Rotating device 108...First vertical longitudinal conduit 110…Multiple slots 112... Additional longitudinal conduit 114...Emergency valve 116...Horizontal longitudinal conduit 118... Back pressure prevention valve 120...Conversion device 122...Second vertical longitudinal conduit 124...Bubble generation mechanism

Claims

1. 1. A device for generating gas bubbles, comprising: at least one wind sail configured to direct airflow within the vessel; at least one first vertical longitudinal conduit operably connected to the at least one wind sail for receiving the airflow channeled by the at least one wind sail, the first vertical longitudinal conduit having a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow channeled from the at least one wind sail; at least one horizontal longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the at least one first vertical longitudinal conduit for augmenting the airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit, the augmented airflow being capable of generating energy; at least one second vertical longitudinal conduit operatively connected to the horizontal longitudinal conduit and configured to direct the enhanced airflow to a bubble generation mechanism; Equipped with the bubble generating mechanism is operatively connected to the second vertical longitudinal conduit, the bubble generating mechanism creating a film or layer of foam adjacent a submerged region of the vessel to increase the speed of the vessel; Device.

2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the airflow corresponds to a group including a headwind, a crosswind, and a tailwind.

3. 10. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising a rotation device for changing the orientation of the port and starboard sides of the vessel.

4. 10. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein an interior portion of the first vertical longitudinal conduit comprises a threaded portion for providing a unidirectional downward airflow toward the horizontal longitudinal conduit.

5. 10. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the horizontal longitudinal conduit is divided into an upper segment, a middle segment, and a lower segment to direct the enhanced airflow into the second vertical longitudinal conduit.

6. 6. The apparatus of claim 5, wherein each segment of the horizontal longitudinal conduit comprises at least one conversion device capable of converting energy originating from the airflow into electrical energy.

7. 1. A method for generating gas bubbles, the method comprising: directing an airflow into the vessel with at least one wind sail; receiving the airflow guided by the at least one wind sail with a first vertical longitudinal conduit, the first vertical longitudinal conduit comprising a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow; augmenting the airflow in the horizontal longitudinal conduit with a horizontal longitudinal conduit, the augmented airflow being capable of generating energy; directing the enhanced airflow to a bottom portion of the vessel by a second vertical longitudinal conduit; receiving, by an air bubble generating mechanism, the enhanced airflow to create a layer of foam adjacent a submerged region of the vessel, thereby increasing the speed of the vessel; A method comprising:

8. 1. A system for generating gas bubbles, the system comprising: a repository having a hardware processor and a memory communicatively coupled to the hardware processor, the memory storing instructions for the hardware processor, the repository configured to store instructions related to generating bubbles in a bottom portion of a vessel; an airflow manager, directing an airflow into the vessel; receiving the airflow within at least a first vertical longitudinal conduit, wherein the first vertical longitudinal conduit has a plurality of slots for receiving the airflow; augmenting the airflow within the horizontal longitudinal conduit, wherein the augmented airflow is capable of generating energy; directing the enhanced airflow into at least the first vertical longitudinal conduit, wherein the at least the first vertical longitudinal conduit further directs the enhanced airflow near a bottom portion of the vessel; receiving the enhanced airflow to create a layer of air bubbles adjacent to a submerged region of the vessel, thereby increasing the speed of the vessel; an airflow manager configured to a risk control manager, receiving input from the airflow manager; performing an analysis on the received input using at least one artificial intelligence technique; generating a proposal report presenting an optimal solution for controlling said airflow; a risk control manager configured to: A system comprising:

9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the risk control manager is configured to activate an auxiliary air compressor when the received airflow falls below a predetermined value.

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