EV Airbine Flywheel Power Generation During Traffic Stops
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electric vehicles (EVs) rely heavily on external power sources for recharging, which can lead to inefficiencies and increased dependence on traditional fuels, and there is a need for a system that can generate electricity on-the-go to maintain battery charge during brief stops.
Innovation Solution
An airbine system integrated into EVs that uses internal components as a flywheel to generate electricity during short periods of inactivity, utilizing airflow to maintain rotation and charge batteries, with a control unit to manage operation based on vehicle movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If EVs rely on external power sources for recharging, then the battery can be charged, but the vehicle becomes dependent on external infrastructure and cannot generate power during brief stops
Solution Approach 1:
The airbine system enables the EV to generate its own electricity during motion, making the vehicle self-sufficient for power generation. The internal components act as a flywheel to maintain rotation and generate power during brief stops without external assistance, allowing the vehicle to service itself energetically during operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The flywheel effect is established during vehicle motion to store rotational energy in advance. This preliminary energy storage in the rotating mass allows the system to continue generating electricity during brief stops when airflow decreases, providing power availability before external charging is needed.
2Duration of action of moving object
If the airbine system uses internal components as a flywheel to maintain rotation during stops, then power generation continues during brief inactivity, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The internal components of the airbine system serve dual functions: they operate as standard operational parts during normal airflow generation, and simultaneously function as a flywheel to maintain rotation during brief stops. This multi-functionality extends power generation duration without adding separate dedicated flywheel components.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the operational components of the airbine system with the energy storage function of a flywheel. The same internal components that facilitate air flow and power generation during motion are utilized to maintain rotational momentum during stops, combining multiple functions into a unified system structure.
3Productivity
If the airbine generates electricity during vehicle motion, then external charging dependency reduces, but the system requires precise control based on vehicle movement status
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit continuously monitors vehicle movement status and provides feedback to regulate the airbine system's operation. This feedback mechanism adjusts power generation control based on real-time vehicle motion conditions, optimizing electricity generation while managing the automation complexity through intelligent response to operational parameters.
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 airbine system ensures continuous power generation during traffic stops or passenger pickups, reducing reliance on external charging, enhancing efficiency, range, and sustainability by minimizing grid stress and environmental impact.
Implementation Method 1
wherein a plurality of internal components, including at least a first fan blade and a second fan blade, of said powerhouse/generator group have a mass sufficient to act as a momentum flywheel
Implementation Method 2
The weight of the internal components of the powerhouse/generator group of the airbine should be massive enough to act as a form of flywheel so that the rotation of the components inside the powerhouse/generator group continues to produce electricity
Implementation Method 3
an airbine system integrated into EVs that uses internal components as a flywheel to generate electricity during short periods of inactivity, utilizing airflow to maintain rotation and charge batteries
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AI summary
This invention relates to an airbine system designed to enhance the power generation and battery efficiency of electric vehicles (EVs). The airbine integrates into the vehicle, utilizing the kinetic energy of moving air to drive its powerhouse/generator group. The internal components of the powerhouse are designed with significant mass to act as a flywheel, enabling continuous electricity generation even during short periods of vehicle inactivity, such as at traffic lights or passenger pickups. This system ensures that the EV's batteries remain charged, extending the driving range and reducing reliance on external charging infrastructure. The airbine also features optimized airflow management through adjustable blades, maximizing energy capture. Additionally, the system integrates with regenerative braking technology to further enhance energy efficiency. By maintaining a consistent battery charge, the airbine system improves overall performance, sustainability, and convenience for EV users.