Vehicular Motion Energy Transfer Using Portable Storage Units
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current energy capture and distribution systems are inefficient in harnessing and redistributing energy from vehicular motion, particularly for widespread energy needs, especially in remote or off-grid locations.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for capturing and redistributing energy from vehicular motion using advanced materials and designs, such as air scoops, energy converter spines, and tethering devices, to store energy in optimized batteries or compressed air tanks, which can be transferred to commercial depots and distributed back into the grid or used in remote locations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If traditional energy capture systems are used, then energy can be captured from vehicular motion, but the efficiency of energy capture and distribution is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments energy capture from energy distribution by using portable energy storage units that can be independently charged from vehicular motion and then distributed to various locations, separating these two functions to improve overall efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces portable energy storage units as intermediaries between the energy capture system (vehicular motion) and the energy distribution network, enabling efficient transfer and storage of captured energy
2Adaptability or versatility
If energy is captured and stored in portable units, then energy can be transferred to commercial depots, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The portable energy storage units are designed to serve multiple functions: capturing energy from vehicular motion, storing energy, and distributing energy to various locations including remote areas and commercial depots, reducing the need for separate specialized systems
3Loss of energy
If advanced materials and designs are used for energy capture, then energy capture efficiency improves, but manufacturing cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system optimizes manufacturing parameters and material specifications to achieve efficient energy capture while maintaining ease of manufacture, using standardized components and scalable manufacturing processes
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 solution enables efficient energy capture and distribution from vehicular motion, addressing global energy needs by providing a sustainable and adaptable system for both on-grid and off-grid applications, enhancing energy availability and reducing load on traditional power distribution systems.
Implementation Method 1
an air scoop with a power turbine and/or compressor; wiring, gearing, and tubing design to move captured energy safely to storage
Implementation Method 2
an air scoop with a power turbine and/or compressor
Implementation Method 3
an air scoop with a power turbine and/or compressor
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AI summary
A system and method for capturing and redistributing energy captured from vehicular motion is disclosed.