Fuel Line Electromagnetic Coil for Engine Economy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Internal combustion engines face challenges in achieving improved fuel economy due to high crude oil costs, with existing fuel economizer technologies offering limited solutions for enhancing combustion efficiency and reducing fuel consumption.
Innovation Solution
A fuel economizer device featuring a coil of conductive hollow tubing with tightly spaced loops, positioned around a fuel line from the tank to the engine, and connected to the vehicle's electrical system to energize the fuel, enhancing fuel efficiency and economy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional fuel delivery systems are used, then fuel is delivered to the engine, but fuel economy is poor due to high crude oil costs and inefficient combustion
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by subjecting fuel to a pulsating electromagnetic field that alters its physical and chemical properties. The electromagnetic field causes molecular agitation and alignment in the fuel, changing its combustion characteristics to achieve more complete burning and improved fuel economy. This is implemented through a coil assembly connected to the vehicle's electrical system that generates the necessary electromagnetic pulses around the fuel line.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces conventional mechanical fuel treatment methods with an electromagnetic field-based system. Instead of using mechanical mixers, heaters, or chemical additives, the invention uses a coil assembly that generates electromagnetic pulses to treat the fuel. This substitution of mechanical/chemical approaches with electromagnetic fields enables non-contact fuel modification and improves system efficiency.
2Productivity
If existing fuel economizer devices are installed, then some combustion efficiency improvement is achieved, but the solutions are limited and do not provide significant fuel economy enhancement
Solution Approach 1:
The patent achieves universality by designing a fuel treatment system that leverages the vehicle's existing electrical system components. The coil assembly can be connected to either the alternator or battery, making the system compatible with various vehicle types without requiring dedicated power sources. This multi-functionality approach allows the same basic design to work across different applications, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements self-service by utilizing the vehicle's own electrical system to power the fuel treatment coil. The alternator or battery that already exists in the vehicle provides the electrical energy needed for electromagnetic field generation, eliminating the need for separate power sources or complex control systems. The fuel treatment process essentially uses the vehicle's existing operational cycles to treat the fuel.
3Loss of energy
If fuel is treated with electromagnetic fields, then fuel economy improves by up to 10%, but additional electrical system connections are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies merging by integrating the fuel treatment coil into the existing electrical system architecture. Rather than adding a completely separate system with independent wiring harnesses and control units, the coil is electrically connected to existing components (alternator or battery) that are already part of the vehicle's electrical infrastructure. This merging approach minimizes additional wiring and connection complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device significantly improves fuel economy by increasing engine power, reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing overall vehicle performance, as demonstrated by test results showing up to 10% improvement in miles per gallon in various vehicle tests.
Implementation Method 1
A fuel economizer device featuring a coil of conductive hollow tubing with tightly spaced loops, positioned around a fuel line from the tank to the engine, and connected to the vehicle's electrical system to energize the fuel
Data Source
AI summary
An engine fuel economizer device connected or connectable to establish an electrical path between an electrical system of an engine, preferably a d.c. battery and a starter motor or a charging alternator of an engine, preferably an internal combustion engine. The device, in one aspect thereof, includes a coil of conductive hollow tubing having a plurality of complete turns or loops formed therealong, is positionable over and around a section of fuel line which extends from a fuel tank to the engine. In another aspect of this disclosure, the coil device is prepositioned over and along a length of nonconductive tubing which is spliceable into the fuel line after a section of fuel line is sectioned and removed. Various additional aspects position the device in close proximity to the flow of fuel from the fuel tank to the engine.