Sequential Electromagnet Array for Net Power Generation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current power generation methods rely heavily on fossil fuels, leading to inefficiencies, increased costs, and higher carbon emissions, as they struggle to meet the growing demand for electricity.

Innovation Solution

A device comprising a series of electromagnets arranged in a row within a tubular coil, powered sequentially by a controller to create a blending and moving magnetic field, which induces electricity generation in the coil, resulting in output power exceeding input power, while minimizing carbon emissions and reducing production costs.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If sequential electromagnet activation is used to create moving magnetic field, then power generation efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower generation efficiencyVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The device segments the magnetic field generation function across multiple electromagnets arranged in a row, where each electromagnet is activated sequentially to create a moving magnetic field pattern. This segmentation allows the system to generate more electricity than consumed by distributing the magnetic field creation across multiple smaller units rather than requiring a single complex generator.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The controller activates electromagnets in a periodic sequential pattern, turning them on and off in a predetermined sequence to create a moving magnetic field. This periodic activation of individual electromagnets produces a continuous moving magnetic field effect that drives electricity generation in the coil, achieving high efficiency through rhythmic, cyclic operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

2Productivity

If more electromagnets are used to increase power output, then electricity generation increases, but manufacturing cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectricity generationVSAvoidmanufacturing cost
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The device is designed to generate more electricity than it consumes to power the electromagnets, creating a self-sustaining system where the output exceeds the input requirements. The sequential activation of electromagnets creates a moving magnetic field that induces sufficient current in the coil to both power the electromagnet array and provide net excess power output, making the system self-service capable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the temporal parameter of magnetic field generation by activating electromagnets sequentially rather than simultaneously, and adjusts the switching frequency to optimize the blending of magnetic fields. This parameter optimization ensures that the electricity generated in the coil exceeds the power consumed by the electromagnet array, achieving net positive power output.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Power

If sequential electromagnet switching is used to create blending magnetic field, then net output power exceeds input power, but control complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenet output powerVSAvoidcontrol complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The controller employs periodic sequential switching of electromagnets in a predetermined pattern, activating them one by one or in pairs at controlled intervals. This periodic switching creates a moving magnetic field where the magnetic field of one electromagnet blends with the next, generating electricity in the coil with net output exceeding input power requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The sequential activation of electromagnets creates a continuous moving magnetic field pattern along the row, ensuring that the magnetic field generation is continuous rather than intermittent. The switching frequency is optimized so that magnetic fields blend smoothly between electromagnets, maintaining continuous useful magnetic action that drives sustained electricity generation exceeding power consumption.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

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 device enhances power generation efficiency, reduces carbon emissions, and lowers energy production costs by generating more electricity than consumed, making it suitable for both small and large-scale operations.

Implementation Method 1

the controller is configured to power the plurality of electromagnets one by one, or two at one time in a predefined order... The common magnetic field causes generation of electricity in the tubular coil

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

A switching frequency of the controller for switching from a one electromagnet to another electromagnet in the row is such that a magnetic field of the first electromagnet blends with a magnetic field generated by the second electromagnet to form a common magnetic field

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic field: Magnetic Field

Data Source

PatentUS11611254B1Power generation device and a method of use thereof
Publication Date: 2023.03.21 KRESS NATHAN
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AI summary

A device for generating power from an input power supply, wherein a net power is generated. The device includes multiple electromagnets arranged in a series to form a row. The row of electromagnets is encased in a tubular coil. Each of the electromagnets is electrically coupled to the controller such that the controller can power the electromagnets one by one in a predefined order at a predetermined switching frequency. A common magnetic field is generated from consecutive powering of the electromagnets based on the switching frequency, wherein changing common magnetic field causes inductance currents in the coil.