Magnetic Field Propulsion Drive With Timed Coil Switching

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current propulsion systems rely on friction or mass separation, which are inefficient and require significant energy, limiting the efficiency and versatility of movement in various environments, including space and planetary surfaces.

Innovation Solution

A magnetic field propulsion unit comprising a first and second magnetic field generating device, an energy supply unit, and a control unit, where the devices interact to create a directional propulsion force through controlled magnetic field generation and energy harvesting, allowing for efficient movement without friction or mass acceleration.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If friction-based propulsion systems are used, then movement can be achieved on planetary surfaces, but energy consumption increases and efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepropulsion efficiencyVSAvoidenergy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces friction-based mechanical propulsion systems with a magnetic field-based propulsion system. The magnetic cloud accelerator generates propulsion forces through controlled magnetic field interactions between a first magnetic field generating device and a second magnetic field generating device, eliminating the need for mechanical friction contact and significantly reducing energy consumption while maintaining propulsion capability on planetary surfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the fundamental parameter of propulsion from mechanical friction to magnetic field interaction. By controlling the timing and intensity of magnetic field generation through the energy supply unit and control unit, the system achieves efficient propulsion without the energy losses inherent in friction-based systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Force

If mass separation propulsion systems are used, then propulsion force can be generated, but system complexity and energy requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepropulsion forceVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces mass separation propulsion systems with a magnetic field-based system. Instead of accelerating and ejecting physical mass, the system generates propulsion force through magnetic field interactions between two magnetic field generating devices, simplifying the system architecture while maintaining effective propulsion force generation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces magnetic fields as an intermediary between the energy supply and propulsion force generation. The magnetic fields act as the medium that transfers energy from the magnetic field generating devices to produce propulsion force, eliminating the need for complex mass acceleration mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Use of energy by moving object

If magnetic field propulsion is used, then energy efficiency improves, but propulsion force magnitude may be limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenergy efficiencyVSAvoidpropulsion force
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSForce

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the functions of magnetic field generation and energy harvesting into an integrated system. The first magnetic field generating device generates a magnetic field that interacts with the second magnetic field generating device to produce propulsion force, while the energy harvesting unit recovers energy from the magnetic field interactions, effectively amplifying the propulsion force output without proportionally increasing energy input.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the energy harvesting unit captures energy from the magnetic field interactions and feeds it back to the energy supply unit. This feedback loop allows the system to recover and reuse energy, effectively increasing the available propulsion force while maintaining high energy efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

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 magnetic field propulsion unit enhances efficiency by generating a propulsion force through controlled magnetic interactions, reducing energy consumption and enabling movement in any direction, including in space and on planetary surfaces, with potential for increased propulsion force and energy recuperation.

Implementation Method 1

The first magnetic field generating device is configured to generate a magnetic field. The second magnetic field generating device is configured to generate a magnetic field.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic field generation: Electromagnet

Implementation Method 2

The second magnetic field generating device is supplied with electrical energy a predetermined period of time after the first magnetic field generating device is supplied with electrical energy and while the first magnetic field generating device is still supplied with electrical energy, so that the second magnetic field repels the first magnetic field generating device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic repulsion: Magnetic Field

Implementation Method 3

The energy harvesting unit comprises at least one coil that is configured to generate electric current by induction when the first magnetic field is generated

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentEP3697693B1Efficiency improvements for a magnetic field propulsion drive
Publication Date: 2023.11.29 TOMORROWS MOTION GMBH
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AI summary

A magnetic field propulsion unit (1) comprises a first magnetic field generating device (10) configured to generate a magnetic field; a second magnetic field generating device (220) configured to generate a magnetic field; an energy supply unit (30) configured to provide the first magnetic field generating device (10) and the second magnetic field generating device (220) with electrical energy; and a control unit (40) configured to control the energy supply unit in accordance with a predefined switching scheme. The second magnetic field generating device (220) is a rod-like antenna that lies in a plane in which also the first magnetic field generating device (10) lies. The control unit (40) is configured to: supply the second magnetic field generating device (220) with electrical energy so that a second magnetic field surrounding the second magnetic field generating device is generated; supply the first magnetic field generating device (10) with electrical energy so that a first magnetic field surrounding the first magnetic field generating device (10) is generated; wherein the first magnetic field generating device (10) is supplied with electrical energy a predetermined period of time after the second magnetic field generating device (220) is supplied with electrical energy.