Piezoelectric Displacement Expander for Torque Output and Heat Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current power generation devices using electrical energy have limited performance and contribute to environmental pollution due to carbon dioxide emissions, necessitating a more efficient and environmentally friendly alternative.
Innovation Solution
A displacement expanding apparatus and engine that utilizes a ceramic vibrator to transform vibration into reciprocating rotation, amplifying vibration displacement and generating torque using environmentally friendly electrical energy, with a design incorporating a master unit, forward and backward reciprocating unit, and rotation unit to enhance power generation while minimizing carbon footprint.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If fossil fuels are used to generate power, then power output is sufficient, but carbon dioxide emissions increase and environmental pollution occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the combustion-based mechanical power generation system with a piezoelectric vibration-based system. The ceramic vibrator converts electrical energy directly into mechanical vibrations, which are then transformed into rotational motion to drive the engine, eliminating fossil fuel combustion and associated CO2 emissions while maintaining power output capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fundamental operating parameter from chemical energy combustion to piezoelectric vibration conversion. By using ceramic vibrators that respond to electrical signals with precise vibrational movements, the system transforms the energy conversion mechanism entirely, achieving zero emissions while preserving sufficient power generation
2Power
If ceramic vibrator amplitude is increased to generate more power, then power output improves, but vibration displacement remains limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the one-dimensional linear vibration of the ceramic vibrator into two-dimensional reciprocating rotational motion through the master unit mechanism. The master unit converts linear vibration into reciprocating rotation, which then drives the swell rotor to rotate in both directions, effectively amplifying the displacement output beyond the original vibration amplitude
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic amplification through the reciprocating rotation mechanism. The master unit and swell rotor system converts static vibration amplitude into dynamic reciprocating rotation with amplified displacement, allowing the output shaft to achieve greater rotational displacement than the input vibration amplitude
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 engine achieves improved performance and longevity with increased power output while reducing environmental impact by efficiently converting electrical energy into torque, utilizing the reverse piezoelectric effect and cooling oil chamber for heat management.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing the reverse piezoelectric effect and cooling oil chamber for heat management
Implementation Method 2
cooling oil chamber for heat management
Implementation Method 3
cooling oil chamber for heat management
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AI summary
Provided are: a displacement expanding apparatus, which uses environmentally friendly electrical energy to generate rotational power; and an engine including the displacement expanding apparatus, the novel engine having improved performance and a long lifespan. Also, to realize a novel engine, provided is a novel engine which is environmentally friendly and has a long lifespan.