Transparent Utility Pole Algae Oxygen Generation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The large number of utility poles installed outdoors in Japan, which are typically made of concrete and steel, do not contribute to oxygen generation due to their material composition and structure, despite their potential to mimic tree-like oxygen production if modified.
Innovation Solution
A utility pole formed with a transparent material, such as plastic or glass, having a cylindrical trapezoidal shape with an open upper and closed lower internal space, equipped with a funnel to accumulate water and algae, which are then irradiated with sunlight to produce oxygen.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If utility poles are made of concrete and steel materials, then structural strength and durability are improved, but oxygen generation capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the structural function of utility poles with the oxygen generation function of algae-filled transparent containers. The utility pole structure supports and houses the transparent containers filled with algae, merging infrastructure with environmental benefit generation. This allows the utility pole to simultaneously provide structural support and produce oxygen through algae photosynthesis.
Solution Approach 2:
The utility pole is transformed into a multi-functional structure that not only provides electrical infrastructure support but also generates oxygen. The transparent containers filled with algae convert the utility pole into an oxygen production facility, making the same structure serve multiple purposes: structural support, electrical infrastructure mounting, and environmental oxygen generation.
2Ease of manufacture
If utility poles use traditional concrete and steel construction, then manufacturing ease and structural reliability are improved, but environmental benefit (oxygen production) is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the traditional utility pole manufacturing process with the integration of transparent oxygen-generating containers. The utility pole structure is modified to incorporate these containers, combining conventional construction methods with new environmental functionality without requiring complete redesign of the manufacturing process.
3Productivity
If transparent materials are used for utility poles, then oxygen generation capability is improved, but structural strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines traditional strong utility pole structures (concrete and steel) with transparent oxygen-generating containers. The structural strength is provided by the conventional pole, while the transparent containers house the algae for oxygen production. This merging allows both strength and oxygen generation to coexist without compromising either function.
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
This configuration enables efficient oxygen generation and prevents tilting during strong winds due to increased weight from water accumulation, providing a method for towns to produce oxygen like a forest.
Implementation Method 1
Plants in forests photosynthesize. Photosynthesis is synthesis of oxygen and organic substances (such as sugars) from carbon dioxide and water.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure aims to provide a utility pole capable of generating oxygen, and an oxygen generation method using the utility pole.The present disclosure relates to a utility pole that is formed with a transparent material that transmits sunlight, the utility pole having a cylindrical trapezoidal shape with a thin upper portion and a thick lower portion, an upper portion of the internal space of the utility pole being open, a lower portion of the internal space being closed.