Flat Magnet Generator With Metal Plates for Stable Power Output
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electric generators lack an efficient mechanism to harness and control the flow of mass particles for effective energy extraction, resulting in suboptimal power generation.
Innovation Solution
A flat magnet with alternating north and south polarities is sandwiched between aluminum and optionally copper metal plates, with wires connected to capture energy, and a diode may be used to enhance voltage and amperage, allowing for series or parallel connection of multiple units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional electric generators are used, then power generation is achieved, but the mechanism to harness and control mass particle flow is inefficient resulting in suboptimal power generation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by modifying the magnetic field configuration through alternating north and south polarities arranged in a specific pattern, and by optimizing the thickness and material composition of metal plates (aluminum and copper) to enhance mass particle flow control and energy extraction efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses composite material structures by sandwiching alternating layers of aluminum and copper plates between magnetic poles, creating a multi-material system that optimizes both electrical conductivity and magnetic interaction to improve power generation efficiency
2Productivity
If metal plates are used in the generator, then energy capture is improved, but metal deterioration occurs over time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs thin aluminum foil layers (approximately 0.002 inches thick) as sacrificial protective layers between the copper plates and magnetic poles, which can be replaced if deteriorated, while the main copper plates maintain energy capture functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The alternating aluminum-copper plate structure creates a composite system where aluminum provides corrosion resistance and copper provides electrical conductivity, with each material compensating for the other's weaknesses to improve overall system reliability
3Productivity
If multiple electric devices are connected to increase power production, then scalability is achieved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the generator into modular units, each consisting of a magnet with metal plates and wire connections, allowing multiple identical modules to be connected in series or parallel configurations to scale power output without increasing individual unit complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized modular design with consistent terminal connections enables the same basic unit to be configured for different power outputs through simple series or parallel wiring, providing universal scalability without requiring different device designs
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
This configuration effectively generates electricity by harnessing mass particle movement, achieving stable voltage and amperage output over extended periods with reduced metal deterioration, and can be scaled for increased power production.
Implementation Method 1
a substantially flat magnet having a series of alternating or varying north and south polarities... capturing energy or power produced by the electric generator
Data Source
AI summary
An electric generator comprises a substantially flat magnet having a series of alternating north and south polarities, the magnet having an upper surface, a lower surface and opposing edges. A first metal plate formed on the upper surface of the magnet, and a second metal plate formed on the lower surface of the magnet. A pair of wires is connected to one of the first or second metal plates and an edge of the magnet, the pair of wires capturing for use energy or power produced by the electric generator.