CO2 Recycling Control for Demand-Based Fertilizer and Fuel Allocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for utilizing CO2 captured from the atmosphere as an agricultural fertilizer and fuel do not account for varying demands based on seasons or time of day, leading to inefficient distribution and utilization.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that calculates and adjusts the ratio of CO2 utilization as fertilizer and fuel based on demand information, including planting area, season, and time of day, using a control unit to distribute CO2 accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If CO2 is captured and stored uniformly without demand-based adjustment, then CO2 capture infrastructure can be established, but CO2 utilization efficiency deteriorates due to mismatched supply and demand
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic adjustment of CO2 distribution ratios based on real-time demand information. The control unit dynamically calculates the optimal ratio between fertilizer CO2 and fuel CO2 based on current planting areas, seasonal variations, and power generation needs, transforming the static uniform distribution into a dynamic demand-responsive system.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms by collecting demand information from multiple sources (planting area data, seasonal patterns, power generation requirements) and using this feedback to continuously adjust the CO2 distribution strategy. The control unit processes this feedback information to optimize the allocation ratio between different utilization pathways.
2Ease of operation
If CO2 is allocated based on fixed standards, then distribution simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to seasonal and temporal demand variations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static fixed-standard allocation into a dynamic system that automatically adjusts CO2 distribution ratios based on seasonal and temporal demand variations. The control unit implements dynamic calculation of optimal ratios by processing time-varying input parameters including planting area, season, and power generation needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit serves multiple functions by simultaneously processing diverse input information (planting area data, seasonal patterns, power generation requirements) and generating optimized distribution decisions. This multi-functional approach enables the system to adapt to various demand scenarios while maintaining a unified control framework.
3Object-generated harmful factors
If CO2 is captured in large quantities, then CO2 emission reduction is improved, but CO2 distribution complexity increases due to varying utilization demands
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit acts as an intermediary between CO2 capture and various utilization pathways. It receives demand information from multiple sources, processes this information, and generates optimized distribution commands to different utilization systems (fertilizer application, fuel production). This intermediary function simplifies the overall distribution complexity by centralizing the decision-making process.
Solution Approach 2:
The system manages distribution complexity by dynamically changing key parameters including the CO2 distribution ratio between fertilizer and fuel pathways, and the timing of CO2 allocation. The control unit adjusts these parameters based on input information to optimize emission reduction while adapting to varying demands.
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
Ensures appropriate distribution of CO2 as fertilizer and fuel, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by optimizing utilization in smart cities.
Implementation Method 1
the CCS device is adapted to capture CO2 from air and exhaust gas utilizing an adsorption action of activated carbon and zeolite
Implementation Method 2
the CCS device may also be adapted to capture CO2 from air and exhaust gas by adsorbing CO2 to absorbing liquid such as amine
Implementation Method 3
CO2 is absorbed by algae from the atmosphere as a result of photosynthesis of algae, and hydrocarbon compounds are thus synthesized with cells of the algae
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AI summary
A method and a system of properly utilizing CO2 captured from the atmosphere as an agricultural fertilizer and a fuel for electric generation. The recycling method comprises: collecting information relating to demand for the CO2 to be utilized as the fertilizer and demand for the CO2 to be utilized as the fuel; calculating a ratio between an amount of the CO2 to be utilized as the fertilizer and an amount of the CO2 to be utilized as the fuel, based on the collected information; and thereafter utilizing the CO2 as the fertilizer and as the fuel based on the calculated ratio.