Brake Disc Generator Layout for Self-Powered Trailer Electricity
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Solution Overview
Problem
Transportation vehicles, particularly trailers, face challenges in power supply due to reliance on tractor batteries or diesel generators, which require modifications, maintenance, and generate noise and harmful gases, with limited space and efficiency issues.
Innovation Solution
A power generation system integrated into a brake disc device using a rotor with permanent magnets and a stator with coils, generating electricity through a self-contained system without the need for external power sources or generators.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If a diesel generator is installed separately on the trailer to generate power, then power supply capability is improved, but device complexity and maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the power generation system with the existing brake disc device by integrating a rotor with permanent magnets and a stator with coils into the brake disc assembly. This merging eliminates the need for a separate diesel generator, reducing device complexity while maintaining power supply capability through electromagnetic induction during braking operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The brake disc device is transformed into a multi-functional component that simultaneously provides braking functionality and power generation. The rotor and stator are integrated into the brake disc structure, allowing the same mechanical assembly to serve dual purposes: mechanical braking and electrical energy generation, thereby eliminating the need for separate power generation equipment.
2Use of energy by moving object
If a diesel generator is installed separately on the trailer to generate power, then power supply capability is improved, but maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The power generation system is merged with the brake disc device, eliminating the need for a separate diesel generator that requires maintenance of fuel injection systems, lubrication systems, and exhaust components. The integrated electromagnetic generator has fewer moving parts and no combustion requirements, significantly reducing maintenance needs.
3Device complexity
If power is supplied from the tractor battery, then power supply is simplified, but modifications to the tractor are required
Solution Approach 1:
The trailer becomes self-sufficient in power generation through the integrated brake disc system. The rotor with permanent magnets and stator with coils generate electricity directly from the rotational motion during braking, eliminating the need for external power sources from the tractor and the associated wiring modifications.
4Use of energy by moving object
If a diesel generator is installed separately on the trailer, then power supply capability is improved, but space utilization is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The power generation components (rotor and stator) are integrated into the existing brake disc device structure, utilizing the available space within the brake assembly. This eliminates the need for separate diesel generator installation and reduces the overall space required for power generation functionality.
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 system provides self-generated electricity, increasing space utilization, eliminating noise and maintenance, and reducing harmful emissions, while offering efficient power supply to both DC and AC loads.
Implementation Method 1
a rotor installed on an inner surface of the space to face the axle and having a plurality of permanent magnets; a stator installed on an outer surface of the axle to face the rotor and having a coil
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a power generation system for a transportation vehicle. The power generation system includes an axle, a brake disc having a space in a center, a rotor installed on an inner surface of the space to face the axle and having a plurality of permanent magnets, a stator installed on an outer surface of the axle to face the rotor and having a coil, and a tone wheel installed on a side of the brake disc. The present invention not only greatly increases the space utilization of a transportation vehicle, but also eliminates the need for separate wiring work to supply power from another vehicle.