Magnetic Torque Converter Using Levitation to Cut Rotational Load

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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 during power transfer.

Innovation Solution

A magnetic torque converter utilizing a rotating platform with riser permanent magnets and lifting rods 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

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Power

If traditional torque converters use spinning turbine blades to deliver pressure continuously, then power transfer is achieved, but energy is consumed during the application

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepower transferVSAvoidenergy consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

PowerVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses magnetic repulsion between permanent magnets on the rotor and stator to create a counteracting force that reduces the load on the motor. The magnets are positioned to repel each other, creating a magnetic counterweight that offsets the mechanical load, thereby reducing energy consumption during power transfer.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #8Anti-weight (Counterweight)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces traditional mechanical torque transfer mechanisms (spinning turbine blades and hydraulic systems) with a magnetic field-based system. Permanent magnets on the rotor and stator create magnetic repulsion to transfer torque, eliminating the need for continuous hydraulic pressure and reducing energy loss associated with traditional mechanical torque converters.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Power

If electromagnets are used in electric motors to create magnetic flux lines, then motor operation is achieved, but current is continuously drawn

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemotor operationVSAvoidcurrent consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

PowerVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs permanent magnets that generate their own magnetic flux without requiring external current. These self-powered magnets eliminate the need for continuous current draw to maintain magnetic fields, reducing energy consumption while maintaining motor operation. The permanent magnets serve themselves by continuously producing magnetic flux lines through their body without drawing current.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent substitutes electromagnets (which require continuous current) with permanent magnets (which do not require current). This replacement eliminates the ongoing energy consumption associated with electromagnet operation while maintaining the necessary magnetic flux for motor function.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Force

If permanent magnets continuously produce magnetic flux lines, then magnetic field is maintained, but no current is drawn

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemagnetic fluxVSAvoidcurrent draw

Core Design Contradiction:

ForceVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

Permanent magnets in the patent continuously produce magnetic flux lines through their body without drawing current, serving themselves by maintaining the magnetic field inherently. This self-service capability eliminates the need for external power supply to maintain magnetic flux, achieving zero current draw while sustaining continuous magnetic field production.

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 magnetic torque converter reduces the load requirement of the external power source by 30-37% by using magnetic levitation and gravity, resulting in improved efficiency for mechanical and electrical devices like motors, generators, and pumps.

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, wherein the at least one riser permanent magnet comprises a magnetic pole opposite the lifting rod permanent magnet

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic field repulsion: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

a platform configured to rotate about an axis, the axis being oriented perpendicular to gravity

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectGravity: Gravitation

Data Source

PatentUS11837938B2Magnetic torque convertor for utility applications

Publication Date: 2023.12.05 ROWLEY GERALD WILLIAM

AI summary

A magnetic torque converter comprising a platform configured to rotate about an axis, the axis being oriented perpendicular to gravity; 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.