Toroidal Double Helix Conductor for Dual Current Electromagnetic Field Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electromagnetic coils used in electrical systems do not effectively manipulate and modify electromagnetic fields with dual current sources, limiting their application in advanced electrical circuits and systems.
Innovation Solution
A toroidal electrical system comprising two intertwined helically wound runners coupled by struts, with conductive wires spirally wound around each runner to create distinct electromagnetic fields when connected to current sources, allowing for the modification of electromagnetic fields by controlling the currents through the wires.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single electromagnetic coil is used, then the device complexity is low, but the ability to manipulate and modify electromagnetic fields with dual current sources is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The electromagnetic coil is segmented into two separate intertwined helical runners, each capable of receiving independent current sources. This segmentation allows each runner to generate and manipulate electromagnetic fields independently, thereby enhancing the overall adaptability and versatility of electromagnetic field manipulation while maintaining a relatively simple structural design through the shared toroidal framework.
2Adaptability or versatility
If two intertwined helical runners are used, then the electromagnetic field manipulation capability is enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Two separate helical runners are merged into a single toroidal structure where they intertwine and share common structural elements including the toroidal framework, struts for structural support, and magnetic core material. This merging approach allows the system to achieve enhanced electromagnetic field manipulation capability through dual independent current paths while avoiding the complexity of completely separate coil structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The toroidal structure with intertwined runners serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support through shared struts, contains magnetic core material that benefits both runners, allows independent current application to each runner, and creates a compact geometry that enhances magnetic field confinement. This multi-functionality reduces overall device complexity while maintaining enhanced electromagnetic manipulation capability.
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
Enables precise manipulation and modification of electromagnetic fields, enhancing the functionality of electrical systems in applications such as energy production, conversion, and therapeutic uses by utilizing the dual current sources effectively.
Implementation Method 1
The one or more conductive wires may be spirally wound to form a coil around at least part of one runner of the body
Data Source
AI summary
An electrical system having an underlying structure resembling the double helix most commonly associated with DNA may be used to produce useful electromagnetic fields for various applications.