LC Oscillation Circuit for Electromagnetic Liquid Treatment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods for treating liquids with electromagnetic fields are limited in their ability to consistently enhance the physical properties and consumer quality of hydrocarbon fuels, water, and other liquids, particularly in terms of fluidity and combustion efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A device using a DC pulse generator connected to a parallel oscillating circuit with an inductor and capacitor, which generates self-oscillations producing an alternating electromagnetic field for processing liquids, allowing for enhanced fluidity and combustion efficiency without external energy input.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If DC pulses are applied to a parallel oscillating circuit with an inductor and capacitor, then self-oscillations are generated producing an alternating electromagnetic field for liquid treatment, but the system requires precise timing and parameter control to maintain optimal performance

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveapplicability to various liquidsVSAvoidcircuit parameter control
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by systematically varying the DC pulse duration, frequency, and amplitude to optimize the self-oscillation characteristics of the parallel LC circuit for different liquid types. The pulse width is specifically controlled to allow complete discharge cycles, and parameters are adjusted based on liquid properties such as viscosity and conductivity to achieve consistent treatment effects across diverse liquids including hydrocarbon fuels, water, and biological fluids.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Reliability

If the pulse duration is extended to allow complete discharge of the capacitor, then the alternating electromagnetic field is properly generated, but the processing time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecomplete electromagnetic field cycleVSAvoidprocessing time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements periodic action by using repetitive DC pulses with optimized duration and frequency to generate continuous self-oscillations in the parallel LC circuit. The pulse frequency is selected to match or harmonize with the natural resonant frequency of the circuit, ensuring complete discharge cycles while maintaining high processing throughput. This periodic stimulation creates sustained alternating electromagnetic fields that effectively treat liquids without requiring excessively long individual pulse durations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

3Power

If the inductor generates a strong alternating electromagnetic field through self-oscillations, then liquid treatment effectiveness is improved, but energy losses in the circuit increase due to internal resistance

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectromagnetic field strengthVSAvoidcircuit energy dissipation
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies self-service by designing the parallel oscillating circuit to generate its own alternating electromagnetic field through self-oscillations triggered by DC pulses, without requiring external AC power sources or complex control systems. The system uses the stored energy in the capacitor and inductor to sustain oscillations, with only minimal energy input needed from the DC pulse generator to replenish losses. This self-sustaining mechanism reduces overall energy consumption while maintaining effective field strength for liquid treatment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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 method results in improved fluidity and combustion efficiency of treated liquids, demonstrated by experiments showing reduced water volume requirements in concrete mixes and increased engine power in gasoline-powered engines after processing.

Implementation Method 1

In response to the DC pulses, self-oscillations arise in the parallel oscillating circuit, the self-oscillations producing an alternating current in the inductor

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSelf-oscillation: Harmonic Oscillator

Implementation Method 2

the inductor generates the alternating electromagnetic field for processing the liquid

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic field generation: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 3

When exposed to each DC pulse from a pulse generator, the inductor of a parallel oscillating circuit accumulates energy, which, after the end of the impact of the DC pulse, is transmitted to capacitor

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectEnergy storage in magnetic field: Inductor

Implementation Method 4

the inductor of the parallel oscillating circuit accumulates energy, which, after the end of the impact of the DC pulse, is transmitted to capacitor C5

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCapacitance: Capacitance

Data Source

PatentUS11040326B2Method for treating liquids with alternating electromagnetic field
Publication Date: 2021.06.22 VLADIMIR YURIEVICH KUKUSHKIN
  • US11040326B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A method of processing a liquid by an alternating electromagnetic field includes: generating DC pulses by a pulse generator; and applying the DC pulses to a parallel oscillating circuit connected in parallel to the pulse generator. The parallel oscillating circuit includes an inductor connected in parallel to a capacitor. In response to the DC pulses, self-oscillations arise in the parallel oscillating circuit, the self-oscillations producing an alternating current in the inductor; and the inductor generates the alternating electromagnetic field for processing the liquid.