Vortex flux generator
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for energy conversion using vortex flux generators face inefficiencies in converting magnetic field modulation into electric energy due to limitations in controlling vortex formation and dissipation, leading to suboptimal electromagnetic induction.
Innovation Solution
An improved vortex flux generator system comprising a magnetic circuit, quench controller, vortex material, inductor, and dissipation superconductor, where the quench controller provides variable current to manage vortex formation and dissipation, inducing electric current through electromagnetic induction, and a dissipation superconductor carries the current without quenching during vortex dissipation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If vortex material is used to form and dissipate vortices for magnetic field modulation, then electric energy generation through electromagnetic induction is achieved, but control over vortex formation and dissipation is limited leading to suboptimal energy conversion efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by utilizing temperature as a control parameter to induce vortex formation and dissipation in the vortex material. By changing the temperature parameter (through heating or cooling), the system achieves controlled modulation of magnetic field density, thereby improving energy conversion efficiency while maintaining ease of operation through a single controllable parameter.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements periodic action through cyclic heating and cooling of the vortex material to create alternating vortex formation and dissipation. This periodic thermal action produces corresponding periodic modulation of magnetic field density, which induces continuous alternating current in the inductor, maximizing energy conversion efficiency through sustained cyclic operation.
2Power
If variable current is provided to control vortex formation and dissipation, then magnetic field modulation is enhanced, but heat loss increases during current cycling
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces direct electrical control of vortex formation with thermal control. Instead of using variable current to directly manipulate the vortex material, the system uses heating or cooling (thermal field) to induce vortex formation and dissipation. This substitution reduces resistive heat loss from high-current cycling while maintaining effective magnetic field modulation for high power output.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces temperature as an intermediary between the power source and the vortex material. Rather than applying variable current directly to the vortex material, the system uses thermal energy as a mediator to control vortex formation and dissipation indirectly. This intermediary approach reduces direct electrical losses while achieving the desired magnetic field modulation for high power output.
3Productivity
If vortex material is cycled between vortex formation and dissipation states, then magnetic field density modulation is achieved for electromagnetic induction, but system complexity increases due to additional control requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex electrical control systems with simpler thermal control mechanisms. By using heating or cooling elements (such as resistive heaters or thermal contact with heat sinks) to control vortex formation and dissipation, the system achieves the required magnetic field modulation with minimal control complexity, thereby maintaining high electric energy generation capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies self-service by utilizing the inherent thermal properties of the vortex material and the natural thermal diffusion processes. The system leverages the material's own thermal response to controlled heating or cooling, eliminating the need for complex active control systems. The vortex material automatically transitions between states in response to temperature changes, simplifying the overall control architecture while maintaining high productivity.
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 enhances energy conversion efficiency by maximizing electric power output through controlled magnetic field modulation, reducing heat loss, and improving overall system performance.
Implementation Method 1
Diamagnetism: A property of matter where magnetic fields permeate with a reduced degree of penetration, or are repelled, defined here to clarify the definition of vortices used herein. When a vortex forms, the magnetic field density inside the vortex increases, and because the field may be comprised of a total field in an area in which that field is conserved, the magnetic field surrounding the vortex is urged to decrease
Implementation Method 2
Vortex material: An assemblage of matter within and/or adjacent to which a vortex can form. An example vortex material is a superconductor material. By placing a vortex material, that may be comprised of a superconductor material, in a magnetic field, and transferring heat energy out of the material, urging the material into the superconducting state, vortices form within and/or adjacent to the material
Implementation Method 3
an inductor disposed in a vicinity of the vortex such that the modulation of the magnetic field induces an electrical current in the inductor
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AI summary
Various implementations of the invention correspond to an improved vortex flux generator. In some implementations of the invention, the improved vortex flux generator includes a magnetic circuit configured to produce a magnetic field; a quench controller configured to provide a variable current; a vortex material configured to form and subsequently dissipate a vortex in response to the variable current, wherein upon formation of the vortex, a magnetic field density surrounding the vortex is urged to decrease, and wherein upon subsequent dissipation of the vortex, the urging to decrease ceases and the magnetic field density increases prior to a reformation of the vortex, and wherein the decrease of the magnetic field density and the increase of the magnetic field density correspond to a modulation of the magnetic field; an inductor disposed in a vicinity of the vortex such that the modulation of the magnetic field induces an electrical current in the inductor; and a dissipation superconductor electrically disposed in parallel with the vortex material and configured to carry, without quenching, an entirety of the variable current during dissipation of the vortex in the vortex material.