Wheel-Integrated Generator Using Compression-Driven Counter Rotation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The limited travel range of electric vehicles due to battery storage capacity and the complexity and maintenance needs of systems reusing vehicle braking energy for intermittent electricity generation.
Innovation Solution
A continuous push electricity generation device embedded in a load-carrying wheel, utilizing transmission modules to convert compression forces into a continuous rotation of a rotor shaft within a rotor-stator arrangement, generating electricity as the wheel rolls, with suspension means to manage load and maintain efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If battery storage capacity is increased to extend travel range, then electricity storage is improved, but vehicle weight and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system generates its own electricity through the electricity generation module that converts mechanical energy from wheel rotation into electrical energy, eliminating the need for large external battery storage and enabling continuous power supply during vehicle operation
Solution Approach 2:
The system combines mechanical energy conversion mechanisms with electricity generation components within the wheel structure, creating a hybrid energy harvesting system that integrates multiple functions into a single composite structure
2Loss of energy
If multiple complex components are added to reuse vehicle braking energy, then energy recovery capability is improved, but device complexity and maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electricity generation module is integrated directly into the wheel structure, merging the energy conversion function with the existing wheel assembly and eliminating the need for separate, complex braking energy recovery systems
Solution Approach 2:
The wheel assembly serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the vehicle, enables motion through rotation, and simultaneously generates electricity through the integrated electricity generation module during both braking and normal operation
3Loss of energy
If intermittent energy generation is used during braking, then energy recovery is achieved, but electricity generation capacity and continuity are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The electricity generation module operates continuously during wheel rotation, converting mechanical energy into electrical energy throughout the entire rotation cycle rather than only during braking events, thereby providing continuous power generation capability
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes the periodic rotation of the wheel to continuously generate electricity, with each rotation cycle contributing to cumulative energy production and maintaining steady power output over time
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 continuous electricity generation during vehicle travel, improving range and reducing maintenance costs by leveraging wheel compression, while integrating seamlessly with existing vehicle systems.
Implementation Method 1
the receiving member which is pushed in conjunction with the loaded rotating member's portion being in contact with a surface
Implementation Method 2
three or more transmission modules, each of which comprises a receiving member which is pushed... while being in a closed relationship with a delivering member, which is connected to a generator rotor shaft
Implementation Method 3
one electricity generation module, comprising a power generation rotor being in connection with the rotor shaft, and a stator, wherein the stator is fixedly connected to the loaded rotating member's shaft and to the rotating member
Implementation Method 4
the receiving member is provided with suspension means such as hydraulic or pneumatic means, thereby suspending the rotation load exerted on the rotor shaft
Implementation Method 5
the receiving member is provided with suspension means such as hydraulic or pneumatic means
Implementation Method 6
the receiving member comprises a partially elastic container filled with a fluid substance, a first portion thereof being compressed results in an increase of a second portion thereof, which forces the delivering member to rotate the rotor shaft
Implementation Method 7
the receiving member comprises a partially elastic container filled with a fluid substance
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AI summary
A continuous push electricity generation device integrated with a loaded rotating member, comprising three or more transmission modules, each of which comprises a receiving member which is pushed in conjunction with the loaded rotating member's portion being in contact with a surface against which the loaded rotating member rolls, while being in a closed relationship with a delivering member, which is connected to a generator rotor shaft. When the receiving member and delivering member correspondingly move, the rotor shaft rotates in an opposite direction to the loaded rotating member's rotation. The device also comprises one electricity generation module, comprising a power generation rotor being in connection with the rotor shaft, and a stator. The stator is fixedly connected to the loaded rotating member's shaft and to the rotating member. The rotor shaft's rotation in an opposite direction to the loaded rotating member's rotation results with a relative rotation of the power generation rotor with respect to the stator, thereby generating electricity.