New wind energy – storage and reclamation energy. (nwe-sre).

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Application Number
PCT/IB2024/052643
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
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Priority Date
2023-04-18
Filing Date
2024-03-19
Publication Date
2025-01-02

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Technical Problem

Wind energy farms face issues such as continuous shutdowns, high-speed blade damage, and surplus energy generation when there are no consumers, due to the limitations of existing technologies in managing wind speed and energy storage effectively.

Method used

The system employs multiple compressed air tanks within the blades, connected to air compressors and energy sources like solar panels and batteries, allowing for controlled speed adjustment through nozzles and gates, integrating kinetic energy storage and retrieval to optimize wind energy harnessing and reduce risks.

Benefits of technology

This solution enhances the operational efficiency and safety of wind energy farms by stabilizing blade speeds, utilizing surplus energy, and integrating multiple renewable sources, thereby reducing equipment damage and increasing energy production while supporting climate change mitigation.

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Abstract

New wind energy, and support for the transition to smart wind energy, energy storage, and energy reclamation, to control the speed of blades The innovation aims to increase production efficiency in controlling the speed of blades from energy storage energy at high speed or surplus in energy production,and reduce risks at high wind speeds in onshore and offshore wind farms, by the usage of compressed air produced from multiple sources, in different and neglected locations, including connecting reverse, circulation systems,when the wind speed increases on the main shaft and connecting them to air compressors inside the blades, and installing tanks inside the blades to store the compressed air that is pumped, with multiple storage compressed air and energy locations inside and outside the tower and from multiple energy sources PV solar panel and of the surplus generation energy and tidal energy. The use of PV solar panels on the blades for the need for electrical energy inside the blades, to operate the control unit.
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Description

[0001] Name of the innovation: New wind energy - storage and reclamation energy. (NWE-SRE).

[0002] Description:

[0003] 1: General part:

[0004] (Figure 1) (A process for flow chart that includes all the plan that explain the system stages of operation and the aim of the use).

[0005] New wind energy fans with storage and energy reclamation.

[0006] Onshore and offshore wind energy projects are widespread in many countries of the world, but wind energy farms of all kinds suffer from many risks and problems,

[0007] Including continuous shutdowns or high speeds that break or burn energy fans or surplus generation at times when there are no energy consumers.

[0008] To support solutions, to increase production, reduce risks, increase energy reclamation, add operational systems and new units, and take advantage of neglected sites inside the blades, in the generating room(nacelle),in the tower, and around the bases of the fans, onshore wind energy and under the sea in marine fans.

[0009] To store energy by producing and storing compressed air and using it when needed to increase the fan speed at low wind speed or reduce it's speed at high wind speed, and to produce and store electrical energy to operate smart control and control systems and integrate with other renewable energies, according to what is available from them.

[0010] Connecting kinetic energy vectors in the generating room (nacelle) and on the main axis outside the generating room (nacelle) and in the blades.

[0011] To operate air compressors, feed the systems, operate the control and control unit, and feed the control unit in electrical energy from PV solar panels or any energy source with dry storage batteries.

[0012] Compressed air tanks are installed in the blades, in the tower, near the bases of the fans, and below the surface of the offshore wind fans.

[0013] To feed and pump compressed air when needed to increase the speed of the blades and to pump the air in reverse, when the wind speed increases to connect air compressors inside the blades that are operated from multiple sources, including when the wind speed increases and energy reclamation from high speed or the solar panel on the fins as well. As well as producing compressed air from renewable energies, PV solar energy panels, tidal energy, waves energy, or surplus energy when there are no consumers of electrical energy.

[0014] And to take advantage of the transformation in pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical digital equipment and tools to increase productivity and reduce risks and support renewable energy to support climate change solutions and reduce the use of fossil fuels polluting the environment.

[0015] Prior arts,

[0016] -Prior art (DI: W02010023286A2):

[0017] In the previously referenced prior art (DI: W02010023286A2), the following key points are the focal elements of concern:

[0018] 1. Air Pressure Chamber Usage:

[0019] - A section of the spar or beams within the blade is an air pressure chamber.

[0020] - It uses vacuum or over-pressure, and conduits guide pressure difference to the air tank.

[0021] - Purpose is to operate the device (101,402).

[0022] 2. Driving System Details:

[0023] - Uses an air compressor or pump (unknown energy source) to fill a compressed air tank.

[0024] - This tank is part of the driving system connected to a valve system that operates a device modifying blade aerodynamics.

[0025] 3. Device Components:

[0026] - Device (101), flap (102), and flap (402) mounted on the main blade (100).

[0027] - Operated by both (311) and (310), modifying the aerodynamic surface of the blade.

[0028] 4. Pressure Differences:

[0029] - Mentioned on page 7, line 22 to page 8, line 3, at in- and outlets positions (303, 304).

[0030] - Figure 3 illustrates openings directing pressure difference to operate the device (101).

[0031] 5. No External Pumping:

[0032] - Doesn't mention the source of the actuator for the compressor or pump.

[0033] - Doesn't pump compressed air out of the blade.

[0034] - Water / liquids and air / gases used in closed circuits without external pumping. 6. Drainage Openings:

[0035] - Openings for draining dirt, water, or dust, not for pumping compressed air externally.

[0036] - Conduits integral for managing ambient air but not for external pumping to control blade speed.

[0037] 7. Simulation of Aircraft Wing Flaps:

[0038] - All operations in the prior art simulate flaps used in aircraft wings during take-off or landing.

[0039] - These flaps increase lift coefficient by altering wing aerodynamics.

[0040] In summary, the prior art involves internal mechanisms for managing air within the blade system, similar to aircraft wing flaps, but it doesn't pump compressed air externally for blade speed control.

[0041] In comparison to the prior art, my patent (NWE-SRE) is entirely distinct, particularly addressing the highlighted points of concern mentioned in the aforementioned prior art.

[0042] 1.No Moving Devices on Blade Surface:

[0043] • Blades don't have any moving devices on their surfaces.

[0044] 2. No Systems Based on Pressure Differentials:

[0045] • The invention doesn't rely on systems or devices operating with pressure differentials.

[0046] 3. Multiple Compressed Air Tanks inside Blades:

[0047] • Utilizes multiple compressed air tanks of various sizes within the blades, See Figure (B, A2) (3).

[0048] • Involves pumping compressed air outside the blades, as illustrated in See Figure (B, A2) (15) (16), (Bl) (7), (B2) (7).

[0049] 4.Actuators, Power Sources, and Batteries:

[0050] • Includes actuators See Figure (Al, A2) (12), (21), electrical power sources, solar Pv, and batteries, (B, A2) (6).

[0051] • Systems for generating, storing, and pumping compressed air from various sources, surplus speed, and surplus energy from networks, transformers, or solar panels on the tower.

[0052] • Integration of multiple renewable energy types around the farms, solar Pv or batteries or any renewable energy available. 5. Controlled Speed with Special Gates:

[0053] • Features special gates, See Figure (B, A2) (16), (Bl) (6), for pumping compressed air out of the blades to increase their speed.

[0054] • Incorporates reverse pumping compressed air gates, See Figure (B, A2) (17), See Figure (Bl) (1) to reduce blade speed by reversing rotation when wind speed is high and dangerous.

[0055] 6. Nozzle Groups for Speed Control:

[0056] • Utilizes groups of nozzles forming a line parallel to wind speed, See Figure (B, A2) (15), Figure (B2) (8) to boost blade speed.

[0057] • Includes groups of reverse pumping compressed air nozzles, See Figure (B, A2) (2) See Figure (B2) (1), forming a line against the external wind speed, to decrease blade speed in high and dangerous wind conditions.

[0058] In summary, my invention employs innovative elements that distinguish it from the prior art, offering enhanced control and efficiency in harnessing wind energy.

[0059] - Prior art (D2:CN115234441 A):

[0060] Fig. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the embodiment.

[0061] Fig. 2 is a schematic view of a compressed air supply line according to an embodiment.

[0062] 1. A wind power generator rotating shaft;

[0063] 1-1, an air guide channel; 2. a wind turbine blade; 2-1, hollow pipelines; 3. an air nozzle; 4. an air compressor; 5. an air duct; 6. a transmission mechanism .

[0064] The prior art:

[0065] - All operational processes are connected to the main shaft of generator 1, and the connection with low-speed main shaft was not mentioned on the main bearing side, and the gearbox was not mentioned in either Figure 1 or Figure 2, and it was mentioned as follows (Between the rotating shaft of the wind driven generator and the air storage and energy storage device).

[0066] - All operations of transferring compressed air or gas to the blades by means of a channel inside the main shaft 1, It was mentioned that the shaft is hollow, with an air channel 1-1 ((an air guide channel ))for transporting compressed air or gas.

[0067] -The location of the compressed air tank was not mentioned or specified. - According to Figures 1 and 2, it appears that the number of slots and nozzles is only one at the end of the blades away from the rotor, Fig. 1(3).

[0068] From prior art,

[0069] - According to Figures 1 and 2, it appears that the number of slots and nozzles is only one at the end of the blades away from the rotor, Fig. 1(3). ((The air nozzle is arranged at the end part of the blade, although the diameter size is small and the amount of the sprayed gas is limited, the blade of the modern wind driven generator is considered to be dozens of meters long, and the moment of the blade is very large. Compressed air sprayed from the top of the blade is used as an auxiliary force and can play a role in complementing and strengthening wind force under the condition of breeze)).

[0070] My invention encompasses distinctive features, including: (NWE-SRE)

[0071] -not connected to the shaft generator to produce compressed air.

[0072] We have more than one actuator source, and every source is multiple.

[0073] -First on the low-speed main shaft low-speed

[0074] . Transferring kinetic energy from inside the nacelle room to the outside to air compressors on the rotor, see Figure (Al, A2) (13), Figure (Al) (4).

[0075] - Air compressors to fill compressed air tanks, the tanks of different sizes inside the blades, to store and pump compressed air.

[0076] - Second is from a source of multiple types of motion actuators see Figure (Al, A2) (21). In the drawing, a pneumatic turbine is fed with compressed air from external sources, including compressed air tanks in the tower, surplus energy in the networks, solar panels in the tower, Batteries inside the tower, or from any source of renewable energy. And transferring kinetic energy from inside the nacelle room to the outside to compressors on the rotor.

[0077] - Air compressors to fill compressed air tanks, Figure (B, A2) (3), the tanks of different sizes inside the blades, to store and pump compressed air.

[0078] - We have a flow line for compressed air, and we have two options: either a group of nozzles Figure (B, C) (15), see Figure (B2) (8), that form pumping lines for compressed air according to the speed required to be increased, or a group of fixed linear gatesfair duct) Figure (B, C) (16), see Figure (Bl) (6). on the surface of the blades 456 also in locations where the natural wind pushes to the fins. - We also have two options, either a set of linear reverse nozzles see Figure (B, C) (2). see Figure (B2) (1), or reverse gatesfair duct) see Figure (B, C) , to reduce the risk of high wind speeds.

[0079] - As for the supply of surplus energy, it is not directly from the generator. It is either from the power networks, or from the transformers located inside the tower, or from the solar panels located on the tower, or from any source of renewable energy.

[0080] - We do not have any channels inside the low- speed main shaft of the generator. We also do not have any channels inside the low-speed main shaft.

[0081] The big differences between the previous art and my new innovation.

[0082] -Prior Art (D3: CN2395050Y Y):

[0083] Reference Numbers:

[0084] - Figure 1: Basic diagram of the structure of a wind energy exploitation device.

[0085] - Figure 2: A cross-sectional view of the blade structure of the wind energy exploitation device shown in Figure 1.

[0086] Key Points of Concern:

[0087] 1. Generating electricity from wind energy:

[0088] - Utilizes wind power for electrical energy generation.

[0089] - Clutch effect reduces shaft speed by operating different sets of air pressure pumps in high wind conditions.

[0090] 2. Operational processes:

[0091] - Connected to the main shaft of the generator.

[0092] - No mention of contact with the low-speed main shaft on the main bearing side.

[0093] 3. Code configuration:

[0094] - One hole and nozzle are noticeable at the end of the blades away from the rotor (Figure 1).

[0095] 4. Air compressor location:

[0096] - External to the blades and not on the rotor. 5. Compressed air transportation:

[0097] - External transfer to the blades via tube 11 (Figure 1).

[0098] - Lack of clarity about the practical application of this process.

[0099] 6. Air or compressed gas tank:

[0100] - Located externally and supplied with compressed air from outside the blades, connected to the main flange with the generator.

[0101] My Invention (NWE-SRE):

[0102] Integrate Unique Features:

[0103] 1. Compressed air production:

[0104] - Not connected to the generator shaft.

[0105] - Compressed air production involves sections from air compressors on the rotor, a section inside the blades, and a third section externally from multiple sources.

[0106] 2. Various Engine Sources:

[0107] - Low speed main shaft: Transfers kinetic energy to external air compressors on the rotor.

[0108] - Second source: Motion actuators such as pneumatic turbines, hydraulic, electric fed with compressed air from various external sources.

[0109] 3. Compressed air storage:

[0110] - Tanks of different sizes inside the blades to store and pump compressed air, see Figure (B, A2) (3).

[0111] 4. Flow Line Options:

[0112] - Nozzles forming pumping lines (SET) Figure (B, C) (15), see Figure B2 (8). Or fixed-line gates (set) see Figure (B, C )(16) , Figure Bl (6). On the surfaces of the blades.

[0113] 5. Safety Measures:

[0114] - Linear reversing nozzles Figure (B, C) (2), Figure B2 (l).or reversing gates (set) Figure (B, C) (17), see Figure Bl (l).to mitigate risks at high wind speeds. 6. Redundant Power Supply:

[0115] - Various sources, not directly from the generator. Includes power grids, tower-based inverters, solar panels on the tower, or any renewable energy source.

[0116] In Summary: My NWE-SRE invention distinctly deviates from the prior art, addressing concerns and introducing innovative elements to enhance the use of wind energy.

[0117] 2: Special part:

[0118] New wind energy setup with storage and energy reclamation.

[0119] All operational parts of the new wind energy setup with storage and energy reclamation and their connections are represented in Figure (A, B, C). The attached drawings are pertinent to the version utilizing compressed air and energy for storage sites.

[0120] Figure (A) shows the side view for the Al, A2. The following is a description of the operational parts of Al, A2.

[0121] The system is operated by multiple resources to affect compressed air storage and energy production, these resources can be based on any available energy source in the surroundings in addition to surplus energy during periods of high wind speeds.

[0122] The compressed air storage tanks are installed inside the blades and outside the blades in any convenient location around the structure, and whether the installation is an onshore or offshore wind energy farm.

[0123] The explanation of the operational process is as follows.

[0124] The following table shows all of the parts of Al and A2, and their configuration, see Figure (Al, A2).

[0125] Parts of Figure (Al, A2).

[0126] The first source of energy used to compress air inside the blades comes from harvestings surplus energy during times when the wind speed is in excess of the needed speed for energy production as per grid requirements. The mechanism to deliver this energy consists of an internal pinion housing, see Figure (Al, A2) (14), with a base, see Figure (Al, A2) (20) inside the Nacelle (generator room). The internal main pinion is fixed on the main shaft, see Figure (Al, A2) (13) and see Figure (Al) (4).

[0127] To take advantage of the surplus energy when the wind speed is higher than the required operational speed.

[0128] Then the pinions, see Figure (Al, A2)(12)„ see Figure (Al)(5) and shafts, see Figure (Al, A2)(27)„ see Figure (Al, 1)(5) are installed on the internal main pinion, see Figure (Al, A2)(13), and see Figure (Al) (4), in the model in the diagrams the number of pinions and shafts is two, can be any number (1,2, 3, 4, 5 N) N=natural number, the shafts are installed with two bases to hold the bearings and pinions as shown, see Figure (Al, A2)(2), for the freedom of movement of the shaft rotation which is associated with a clutch as in, see Figure (Al, A2) (11) works when the wind speed increases higher than the operating speed, and the clutch is connected with the PLC control and control unit in the control unit as, see Figure (Al, A2) (10), the model in the diagrams the number of shafts and the clutch is two , can be any number (1,2, 3, 4, 5 N) N=natural number. The clutch is associated with a shaft, see Figure (Al, A2) (9), and the shaft connected from the clutch to the outside of the nacelle (generator room) on the exterior free rotating main pinion, see Figure (Al, A2) (3), see Figure (A2) (3) which moves because it is mounted on a bearing, see Figure (A2) (4).

[0129] The model in the diagram may have two can be any number (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N) N = natural number of clutch output shafts.

[0130] Figure (Al) Show the detailed front view for the internal main pinion fixed and pinions (Interior mean inside the Nacelle (casing).

[0131] Parts of Figure (Al).

[0132] Each of the abovementioned shafts, see Figure (Al, A2) (9), is connected to the exterior free rotating main pinion, see Figure (Al, A2) (3), via a pinion, fixed to the shaft it is installed on, see Figure (Al, A2) (4) and Figure (A2) (2), see Figure (A2.1) (2).

[0133] Figure (Al, 1) Show the detailed 3d view for the Interior fixed main pinion, pinions housing, all the shafts and pinions.

[0134] Parts of Figure (Al, 1),

[0135] Figure (Al, 2) Show the 3d view for the internal main pinion fixed, inside the pinions housing, all the shafts and pinions. The exterior free rotating main pinion see Figure (A2) (3), is mounted on a bearing, see Figure (A2) (4), on the main shaft to facilitate its freedom of rotation. Motion is transmitted from any of the clutch output shafts to the main free rotating pinion from which the motion is once again transmitted to the compressor input shaft via a similar pinion engaged to the other side of the main free rotating pinion, the two sides of the main free rotating pinion are separated by a separator, see Figure (Al, A2) (25), Figure (A2, 1) (6), Figure (A2, 3) (1),

[0136] Figure (A2) Show the detailed front view for the exterior free rotating main pinion (Exterior mean outside the Nacelle (casing), bearing housing, bearing and pinions.

[0137] Parts of Figure (A2).

[0138] The compressor input shafts, their pinions and bearings are all installed inside the blades, see Figure (A2, 2) (7). The number of shafts and pinions is 3, one in each blade, see Figure (B, A2) (10), can be any number (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N) N=natural number. And according to the need, either with air compressors or even with an electric power generator when needed.

[0139] In the event wind speed drops below the required operational rate, the system begins to release compressed air in laminar flow pattern that corresponds to the airfoil surface from multiple locations, hence increasing the effective wind speed acting on the airfoil., see Figure (B, A2) (15,16).

[0140] In the event that the first source of compressed air is depleted, a second source of compressed air that can be derived from any locally available source will be automatically implemented, this operation will be controlled by a central and auxiliary network of controllers (PLC) ,see Figure (A1,A2) (19).

[0141] Figure (A2, 1) Show the detailed 3d view for the exterior free rotating main pinion, all the shafts, pinions, bearing housing and bearing.

[0142] Parts of Figure (A2, 1).

[0143] The second source comprises of two pneumatic turbines, see Fig. (Al, A2) (21), installed inside the internal pinion house, see Fig. (Al, A2) (14) Which is located inside the generator room.

[0144] This is installed on base, see Fig. (Al, A2) (20), inside the Nacelle. The turbines can be either pneumatic or hydraulic.

[0145] The pneumatic turbines are associated with shafts, see Figure (Al, A2) (23), by Splined coupling, see Figure (Al, A2) (21).

[0146] The pneumatic turbines are fed from compressed air from the compressed air storage tanks by pipes, see Figure (Al, A2) (17), since the Nacelle (generator room) moves with the wind direction it must be connected to flexible pipes, see Figure (Al, A2) (18).

[0147] The output shafts from the turbines, see Figure (Al, A2) (23), are two, can be any number turbine (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N) N=natural number.

[0148] The shafts are mounted on bearings for free rotational movement, with a bearing housing, see Figure (Al, A2) (8, 22), that are installed on a base, see Figure (Al, A2) (24).

[0149] The turbine output shafts extend outside the Nacelle, and drive the exterior free rotating main pinion via terminal pinions, see Figure (Al, A2) (26), see Figure (A2) (1), see Figure ( A2,l) (1), the pinion is two, also can be any number (1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N) N=natural number.

[0150] Figure (A2, 2) Show the detailed 3d view for the exterior free rotating main pinion, all the shafts, pinions, bearing housing, bearing and pinion of compressed air inside the blades

[0151] Parts of Figure (A2, 2).

[0152] The exterior free rotating main pinion, see Figure (Al, A2) (3), see Figure (A2) (3), see Figure (A2, 1) (3), is mounted on a bearing, see Figure (A2) (4), see Figure (A2, 1) (4), on the main shaft to facilitate its freedom of rotation. Motion is transmitted from any of the turbine output shafts to the main free rotating pinion from which the motion is once again transmitted to the compressor input shaft via a similar pinion engaged to the other side of the main free rotating pinion, the two sides of the main free rotating pinion are separated by a separator, see Figure (A2, 3) (1),

[0153] Figure (A2, 3) Show the side view for the Exterior movable main pinion and the barrier or separator between the pinions .

[0154] 1- Separator.

[0155] On the input side of the main free rotating pinion, two sets of pinions are installed. The first set comprises of two pinions attached to the output clutch shafts (first source) and the second set comprises of two pinions attached to the turbines' output shafts, see Figure (A2, 2) (2), (A2, 2) (1).

[0156] On the output side of the main free rotating pinion, a pinion attached to a shaft is installed, see Fig. (A2, 2) (7), this assembly is connected to a shaft and bearing that are installed inside the consecutive blades, see Fig. (B, A2) (10), to run the air compressors inside the blades. These are three sets of the aforementioned assemblies, one for each blade, see Fig. (B, A2) (11). Pinions and shafts is can be any number (1, 2, 3 ...N), N= any natural number.

[0157] Some of these assemblies may, instead of running air compressors, be assigned to run electrical generator heads to supply power for the internal systems inside the blades, such as batteries and blade pitch control systems. In addition to the solar panels on the blades from outside.

[0158] And when the air compressors are running inside the blades they will fill the

[0159] Compressed air tanks which are also inside the blades.

[0160] When the compressed air begins to be pumped in multiple locations, nozzles or gates in multiple locations, see Figure (B, A2) (15, 16), it will act as an alternative and auxiliary, in addition to the wind speed at an angle parallel to the movement of wind currents and in the same direction as the wind movement to increase the speed of the blades while continuing the process of air production compressed. The compressed air tanks are connected, see Figure (B, A2) (3), by the feeding pipes inside the blades, see Figure (B, A2) (4). Figure (B, A2) Show the detailed side view for the pinions in the blades and Exterior movable main pinion and the compressed air tanks and compressed air pumping operations and site only for clarification to solar energy panels and dry batteries in one of the blades and these are unified in all blades.

[0161] Parts of Figure (B, A2).

[0162] As for the electrical energy sources for operating the control unit and all tools and equipment, the electrical power will be fed from inside the blades and from solar energy panels that are spread on the blades, see Figure (B, C) (4), or from any other source, as well as energy storage batteries, see Figure (B, A2) (6).

[0163] Figure (B, C) Show the detailed side view for the wind energy, storage compressed air tanks and solar PV energy on the blades, tower.

[0164] Parts of Figure (B, C). Gates and nozzles:

[0165] Gates:

[0166] - Multiple gates (air duct) for compressed air flow to increase the speed of the blades, see Figure (B, C) (16), see Figure (Bl) (6).

[0167] - Multiple gates (air duct) for compressed air flow to reduce the speed of the blades at dangerous speeds, see Figure (B, C) (17). see Figure (Bl) (1).

[0168] Parts of Figure Bl:

[0169] Nozzles:

[0170] - Multiple nozzles for compressed air flow to increase the speed of the blades, see Figure (B, C) (15), see Figure (B2) (8).

[0171] - Multiple nozzles for compressed air flow to reduce the speed of the blades at dangerous speeds, see Figure (B, C) (2). see Figure (B2) (1).

[0172] Parts of Figure B2: As for the energy sources for filling compressed air tanks outside the blades, such as

[0173] - Inside the tower, see Figure (B, C) (1),

[0174] - Around the tower bases, see Figure (B, C) (1),

[0175] They will be supplied from multiple energy sources in onshore or offshore wind energy,

[0176] 1- Solar panels.

[0177] 2- Tidal or wave energy in offshore wind energy.

[0178] 3- Surplus energy.

[0179] Or any renewable energy sources available.

[0180] And when the wind speed increases to a dangerous level on the blades, as determined by the programmed control unit, the compressed air is pumped in a reverse way, nozzles or gates in multiple locations see Figure (B, A2) (1), to reduce the external wind speed and reduce the risk of damaging the blades at high speed.

Claims

Claims (11 ):Claim 1 :The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system,An advanced wind power station control system with variable-blade speed, featuring a seamlessly integrated Variable Blades Speed Control System for Wind Turbines:- A sophisticated main control unit, at the core of the wind turbine control system, dynamically fine-tuning blade speed through modulating compressed air release, responsively adapting to real-time wind conditions for unparalleled power generation efficiency.- Integration of diverse kinetic energy sources, producing compressed air, and storing energy in conjunction with the wind turbine's main control unit.- Seamless integration with a control unit, encompassing an internal casing for the gear wheel within the nacelle, accentuating the role of compressed air as a versatile energy storage medium.- Precise direction of stored energy for optimal generation, particularly in the realm of electrical energy, while employing compressed air for astute operational control in high wind speeds.- Innovative enhancement of natural lateral air flow using compressed air outlets, adeptly compensating for variations in flow rates, and instituting robust safety measures during high wind speeds, including the strategic pumping of compressed air from openings on the opposite side of the blades to minimize the risk of high-speed fracture.This wind power system, characterized by its seamlessly integrated Variable Blades Speed Control System, not only optimizes power generation through dynamic blade speed adjustments but also lays the groundwork for subsequent claims, establishing a continuum of inventive aspects and an exemplary embodiment of wind turbine technology.Claim 2:A pioneering wind energy system boasting energy storage and reclamation, denominated as New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE), inclusive of:• An internal pinion housing situated within the nacelle (generator room), featuring a securely affixed internal main pinion to the low speed main shaft, supported by internal pinions and a base.• Streamlined kinetic energy transfer facilitated through shafts, clutches, bearings, and bearing houses, ensuring seamless automated operation intricately linked to an RPM sensor.• Integration of an exterior main free-rotating pinion, equipped with two sets of parallel Teeth pinion to precisely drive distinct pinions.• Enablement of meticulous motion input and output through shafts, bearings, and pinions, optimizing control over blade speed.• Encasement of a set of movement output shafts, extending to propel air compressors and electrical generators within the rotor.Moreover, diverse alternative motion actuator options are integrated:Second Motion Actuators:Incorporates an array of motion actuators, including a pneumatic turbine fueled by compressed air from external sources, a hydraulic turbine, and a electric actuator.Second Motion Actuators encompass:1 -.Utilization of surplus electric power from various sources, stored as compressed air, to power the system.2-. Integration of energy storage batteries, chargeable through solar means or excess kinetic energy within the system or surplus electrical power.)This wind energy system, embodying a rich disclosure complemented by detailed illustrations and explanations, serves as a tangible exemplification of the aforementioned features within my invention.Claim 3:Seamlessly extends the innovative features outlined in Claims 1 and 2 for the New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, embodying a comprehensive wind energy solution with energy storage and reclamation. The following detailed specifications elaborate on the internal configuration within the nacelle, integration within the rotor, and operational aspects, complementing the preceding claims.The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system is defined as follows:3.1 Internal Configuration within Nacelle:3.1 .1 An internal pinion housing located inside the nacelle (generator room), incorporating:• An internal main pinion affixed to the low speed main shaft.• Internal pinions positioned on the internal main pinion.• A base supporting the internal pinion housing.3.1 .2 Components for Kinetic Energy Transfer and Control:• Shafts connecting internal pinions and clutches.• Bearings and bearing houses facilitating efficient kinetic energy transfer.• Clutches with automated operation linked to an RPM sensor for controlled operation at a specific speed.3.1.3 External Free-Rotating Pinion Mechanism:• An exterior main free-rotating pinion.• Shafts connecting clutches to movement input pinions associated with the exterior free- rotating main pinion.• Bearings, bearing houses, and bearing house bases for supporting and facilitating motion.3.1 .4 Dual- Teeth pinion Configuration of Exterior Free-Rotating Main Pinion:• Exterior free rotating main pinion with two separate sets of parallel Teeth pinion on one side of the circumference.• Exterior free rotating main pinion bearing affixed on the main shaft to ensure freedom of rotation.• Two sets of pinions: one driving the main pinion and the other driving motion output pinions.3.2 Integration within Rotor:3.2.1 Movement Output Shafts and Functional Components:• For each blade, a set of movement output shafts terminating in a splined coupling to drive air compressors and electrical generators, all housed inside the rotor.• Bearings and bearing houses installed within the rotor.3.2.2 Blade-Specific Installations:• Compressed air tanks within each blade.• Feeder pipe network for compressed air tanks.• Electrical wiring to control the compressed air through the Flow Control Valve.• Rechargeable dry battery array.• Solar panels cladding each blade.3.2.3 Control and Monitoring System:• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) governing the entire system.• Sensors embedded in each blade conveying working parameters to the PLC.3.2.4 Pneumatic Turbines and Compressed Air Management:• Pneumatic turbines connected via splined couplings to shafts that pass through bearings and bearing housings, reaching the input side of the exterior main pinion via end pinions.• Continuous feeding of compressed air to pneumatic turbines from storage tanks inside or outside the tower through flexible pipes.• Sensors on pneumatic turbines and compressed air tanks relaying working parameters to the PLC.3.2.5 Operational Optimization:• Natural lateral air flow on the airfoil surface augmented by compressed air outlets aligned with the natural air flow.• Compensation for differences between actual and optimum flow rates, ensuring continuous optimal operation.3.2.6 Safety Measures in High Wind Speeds:• Strategic pumping of compressed air from openings on the opposite side of the blades, minimizing the risk of high-speed fracture during elevated wind speeds.This claim aligns with the preceding claims, providing a comprehensive overview of the NWE- SRE system’s intricate components, configurations, and safety features.Claim 4:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, in conjunction with the preceding claims, further encompasses the following features:4.1 Internal Configuration Components:4.1 .1 Internal pinion housing inside nacelle (generator room), see Figure (A1 , A2) (14), Figure (A1 , 1 ) (4).4.1 .2 Internal main pinion fixed on the low speed main shaft, see Figure (A1 , A2) (13), Figure (A1 ) (4).4.1 .3 Pinions on internal main pinion fixed, see Figure (Al, A2) (12), Figure (Al) (5).- Variable quantities of pinions (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.4.1 .4 Base for Internal Pinion Housing, see Figure (A1 , A2) (20), Figure (A1 ) (1 ):- A structural foundation supporting the internal pinion housing.4.1.5 Bearings and Bearing Houses, see Figure (A1 , A2) (22), Figure (A1 , 1 ) (7):- Components facilitating rotational movements within the system.4.1 .6 Shafts Extending from Pinions outside the Housing, see Figure (A1 , A2) (27), Figure (A1 , 1 ) (5):- Protruding shafts connecting internal pinions to external components.4.1 .7 Variable Number of Shafts and Bearings:- Variable quantities of shafts and bearings (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.4.2 Clutch Mechanism and Associated Components:4.2.1 Clutches with Automatic Operation Links see Figure (A1 , A2) (1 1 );- Clutch components featuring automated operation linked to an RPM sensor, see Figure (A1 , A2) (10): linked to Automatic Operation Linked Clutches. When the main shaft speed exceeds the limit, these sensors trigger the automatic clutch to engage, initiating the operation of air compressors for tank filling. This integrated setup ensures precise control.4.2.2 Shafts, see Figure (A1 , A2) (9), Connecting Clutches with Movement Input Pinions.- Shafts facilitating the connection between clutches and motion input pinions.4.2.3 Bearings and Bearing Houses, see Figure (A1 , A2) (8):- Components supporting rotational elements within the clutch mechanism.4.2.4 Bearing House Bases, see Figure (A1 , A2) (2).- Bases for the installation and support of bearing houses.4.2.5 Variable Number of Clutches, Shafts, Bearings and Bearing Houses:- Variable quantities of clutches, shafts, bases, bearings and Bearing Houses (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.4.3 Pinion Configuration Associated with Exterior Free-Rotating Main Pinion:4.3.1 Pinions, see Figure (A1 , A2) (4), Figure (A2) (2), Figure (A2, 1 ) (2):- Rotational elements associated with the exterior free-rotating main pinion.4.3.2 Motion Input Pinions Driving the exterior free-rotating main pinion:- A set of motion input pinions, stemming from the clutches Driving exterior free-rotating main pinion.4.3.3 Variable Number of Pinions:- Variable quantities of pinions (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.This claim seamlessly builds upon the previously described components, presenting an enhanced understanding of the internal configuration, clutch mechanism, and pinion configuration within the NWE-SRE system.Claim 5:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in the previous claims, further comprises:5.1 Exterior Free-Rotating Main Pinion Configuration:5.1 .1 Exterior Free-Rotating Main Pinion with Dual Teeth pinion Sets, see Figure (A1 , A2) (3), see Figure (A2) (3), see Figure (A2, 1 ) (3):- An exterior free-rotating main pinion equipped with two separate sets of parallel Teeth pinion on one side of the circumference.- Driving two distinct sets of pinions.5.1 .2 Bearings for the Exterior Free-Rotating Main Pinion, See Figure (A2) (4), see Figure (A2, 1 ) (4):- Components supporting the rotational movement of the main pinion.Claim 6:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in the previous claims, further comprises:6.1 Motion Output Pinions Set:6.1 .1 Motion Output Pinions Set Driven via Other Set of Teeth pinion of the Main Pinion, See Figure (A2, A2) (7), see Figure (B, A2) (10).- One set of motion output pinions, driven via the other set of Teeth pinion of the main pinion.- Pinions can be any number (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.Claim 7:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in a previous claim, further comprises:7.1 Movement Output Shafts for Blades:7.1 .1 For Each Blade, a Set of Movement Output Shafts, Figure (B, A2) (10):- Stemming from the movement output pinions and ending in a splined coupling to drive air compressors and electrical generators.- All assemblies are installed inside the rotor.7.1 .2 Bearings and Bearing Houses inside Rotor (Figure B, A2 - 1 1 ):- A set of bearings and bearing houses installed inside the rotor.Claim 8:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as stipulated in a preceding claim, further comprises:• Second Motion Actuators encompass:8.1 Pneumatic Turbines, depicted in Figure (A1 , A2) (21 ), are interconnected through splined couplings to shafts and situated externally on the internal pinion housing. The quantity of pneumatic turbines (N) is variable (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5 N), where N denotes a natural number.8.2 Bearings and bearing housings (refer to Figure) are mounted on the structure of the internal pinion house and on the structure of the nacelle (generator room) with a base for attachment, as illustrated in Figure (A1 , A2) (24). The quantities of bearings, bearing housings, and bases (N) can vary naturally (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.8.3 Shafts, as depicted in Figure (A1 , A2) (23) and Figure (A1 , 1 ) (6), traverse through bearings and bearing housings, extending to the input side of the exterior main pinion via end pinions (refer to Figure A2, 1 ). On the output side of the main free-rotating pinion, both output shafts and pinions are installed to drive the air compressors on the rotor, as presented in Figure (B, A2) (10) and Figure (A2, 2) (7). The exterior free-rotating main pinion features two separate sets of parallel teeth pinions on one side of the circumference. The quantities of shafts and pinions (N) can vary naturally (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5 N), where N is a natural number.8.4 The pneumatic turbines are supplied with compressed air from the storage tanks located inside the tower or any other suitable location through flexible pipes, as indicated in Figure (A1 ,A2) (17) and Figure (A1 ,A2) (18).8.5 These storage tanks receive continuous feed from multiple sources of energy, as shown in Figure (B.C) (1 ), (3).8.6 Each pneumatic turbine and compressed air tank inside and outside the tower is equipped with sensors to convey working parameters to the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), illustrated in Figure (B, C) (1 ). These storage tanks maintain continuous feeding from multiple sources of energy, as displayed in Figure (B.C) (1 ), (3). The motion actuator can be either pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric.Claim 9:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in a previous claim, further comprises:9.1 Air Compressors and Electrical Generators inside Blades:9.1 .1 Air Compressors and Electrical Generators, See Figure (B, A2) (1 1 ):- Installed inside each blade.- Variable quantities of air compressors and electrical generators (1 , 2, 3, 4, 5...N), where N is a natural number.Claim 10:The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in a previous claim, further comprises:10.1 Compressed Air Different Sizes Tanks and Feeder Pipe Network:10.1.1 Compressed Air Tanks inside Each Blade, see Figure (B, A2) (3):- A set of compressed air different sizes tanks installed in each blade.10.1 .2 Feeder Pipe Network for Compressed Air Tanks, see Figure (B, A2) (4):- Pipe network for compressed air tanks between all blades.10.1 .3 Gates and nozzles:Nozzles or gates in multiple locations,- Utilize multiple gates (air ducts) for compressed air flow, see Figure (B, C) (16) to enhance blade speed; refer to see Figure B1 (6).- Employ multiple nozzles for compressed air flow, Figure (B, C) (15) to augment blade speed; consult, see Figure B2 (8).- Implement multiple gates (air ducts) for compressed air flow, Figure (B, C) (17) to mitigate blade speed at hazardous levels; see Figure B1 (1 ).- Incorporate multiple nozzles for compressed air flow, see Figure (B, C) (2) to decrease blade speed at dangerous velocities; refer to Figure B2 (1 ).Claim 1 1 :The New Wind Energy with Storage and Reclamation Energy (NWE-SRE) system, as claimed in a previous claim, further comprises:1 1.1 Electrical wiring to control the compressed air through the Flow Control Valve.:- Inside each blade there is electrical wiring network for controlling the laminar air flow control valves from the compressed air tanks, see Figure(B,A2)(2), see Figure(B,A2)(7),see Figure(B,A2)(14).- Inside each blade for controlling laminar compressed air through the Flow Control Valve.: from the compressed air tanks.1 1 .2 In each blade there is a rechargeable battery array, see Figure (B, A2) (6),- Embed solar panels on each blade, as illustrated in Figure (B, C) (4).- Equip each blade with sensors transmitting operational data to the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), depicted in Figure (A1 , A2) (19).

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