Magnetic Torque Converter Using Levitation to Reduce Power Loss
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mechanical and electrical systems face inefficiencies due to high loads on rotating systems, which lead to energy wastage and increased requirements for power sources.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic torque converter utilizing a platform with risers and permanent magnets that levitate through magnetic field repulsion, combined with a connecting rod and external power source, reduces load by employing mechanical advantages like a wedge, magnetic levitation, and gravity to enhance efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If traditional torque converters use spinning turbine blades to transfer torque, then torque transfer is achieved, but energy is consumed during the power transfer process
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional hydraulic torque converter system with a magnetic field-based system. Permanent magnets mounted on the turbine interact with magnets on the stator through magnetic fields to transfer torque, eliminating the need for hydraulic fluid and reducing energy losses associated with traditional torque converters.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the fundamental parameter of torque transfer from hydraulic pressure to magnetic field interaction. By using permanent magnets and controlling their arrangement and strength, the system achieves torque multiplication without the energy losses inherent in hydraulic systems.
2Power
If electric motors use electromagnets to create magnetic flux lines, then torque is produced, but current is continuously drawn to maintain the magnetic field
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces electromagnets that require continuous current with permanent magnets that generate magnetic fields without electrical input. This substitution eliminates the continuous energy consumption while maintaining the torque production capability through magnetic field interaction between stator and rotor magnets.
Solution Approach 2:
Permanent magnets inherently generate their own magnetic fields without requiring external energy input. The system leverages this self-service property where the magnets continuously produce the necessary magnetic flux for torque generation without drawing current, unlike electromagnets.
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 torque converter reduces the load requirement of external power sources by 30-37% by leveraging magnetic levitation, a continuous moving wedge, and gravity, resulting in improved efficiency for mechanical and electrical devices.
Implementation Method 1
the lifting rod permanent magnet is configured to levitate along the at least one riser proximate the at least one riser permanent magnet through magnetic field repulsion
Implementation Method 2
employing mechanical advantages like a wedge, magnetic levitation, and gravity to enhance efficiency
Data Source
AI summary
A magnetic torque converter comprising a platform configured to rotate about an axis; at least one riser coupled to the platform; at least one riser permanent magnet coupled to the at least one riser; a lifting cap supporting at least one lifting rod; a lifting rod permanent magnet coupled to the at least one lifting rod opposite the lifting cap, the lifting rod permanent magnet is configured to levitate along the at least one riser proximate the at least one riser permanent magnet through magnetic field repulsion, wherein the at least one riser permanent magnet comprises a magnetic pole opposite the lifting rod permanent magnet; and a connecting rod coupled to the lifting cap opposite the at least one lifting rod.