Alternating Magnetic Field Driving Device for Zero Emission Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Internal combustion engines emit greenhouse gases and pollutants like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, and sulfur oxide due to fossil fuel combustion, causing environmental issues such as global warming and acid rain.
Innovation Solution
A driving device utilizing an alternating magnetic field to generate driving force, comprising a permanent magnet with alternating N and S poles, a piston member that produces an eddy current, and a crankshaft to convert this movement into rotational motion, eliminating the need for fossil fuels and reducing environmental impact.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If an internal combustion engine uses fossil fuel combustion to generate driving force, then mechanical energy can be obtained, but greenhouse gases and pollutants are discharged causing environmental problems
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical combustion process with an electromagnetic interaction system. An alternating magnetic field producing member generates a time-varying magnetic field that induces eddy currents in the piston member, creating electromagnetic repulsive forces to drive the piston reciprocating motion. This substitution eliminates fossil fuel combustion and associated harmful emissions while maintaining mechanical energy output.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fundamental operating principle from chemical energy conversion to electromagnetic energy conversion. By using permanent magnets with alternating N and S poles arranged on the rotating member, the system creates a time-varying magnetic field that induces eddy currents in the conductive piston member. The frequency and intensity of the magnetic field can be controlled by adjusting the rotation speed, providing a controllable alternative to combustion-based power generation.
2Object-generated harmful factors
If an alternating magnetic field is used to generate driving force without fossil fuels, then environmental pollution is reduced, but the system requires a new mechanism to produce the alternating magnetic field
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex electromagnetic field generation equipment with a simpler mechanical rotation system. By rotating a permanent magnet assembly with alternating N and S poles, the system mechanically generates a time-varying magnetic field without requiring power electronics, controllers, or complex electromagnetic coils. This mechanical approach to field generation simplifies the overall system while eliminating pollutant emissions.
3Use of energy by moving object
If a permanent magnet with alternating N and S poles is used to produce the alternating magnetic field, then less electric power is required compared to an electromagnet, but the permanent magnet structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses periodic rotation of the permanent magnet assembly to create a time-varying magnetic field. The alternating N and S poles pass by the piston member in a periodic manner as the rotor rotates, naturally generating the required alternating magnetic field without additional control systems. This periodic mechanical action converts rotational motion directly into the necessary magnetic field variations, reducing energy consumption compared to active electromagnet control.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The driving device efficiently produces driving force using an alternating magnetic field, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and acid rain-causing pollutants, while utilizing existing internal combustion engine components and minimizing electric power consumption.
Implementation Method 1
an eddy current is produced in a piston member by an alternating magnetic field produced by an alternating magnetic field producing member
Implementation Method 2
the piston member is provided to be movable by a repulsive force between a magnetic field produced by the eddy current and the alternating magnetic field
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AI summary
A driving device includes an alternating magnetic field producing member, a piston member and a crankshaft member. The alternating magnetic field producing member is for producing an alternating magnetic field. The piston member is adapted such that an eddy current is produced therein by an alternating magnetic field produced by the alternating magnetic field producing member, and is movable by a repulsive force between a magnetic field produced by the eddy current and the alternating magnetic field. The crankshaft member is connected to the piston member and can convert the movement of the piston member into a rotational motion. The driving device that can obtain driving force in an environmentally friendly and efficient manner can thus be provided.