Patent Application
20110285235
This invention relates to an apparatus and method of providing both mechanical and electrical power harnessed from electrical pulse current. Specifically, the apparatus relates to the use of an electric pulse motor and electro-magnetic generator to induce current in output coils as well as providing mechanical power through a spinning shaft.
The current invention utilizes electrical pulse current provided to power a drive shaft and induce a current in output coils. The electrical pulse current passes through a series of configured and wound input coils specifically positioned in an alternating manner in respect to wound and “tapped” output coils. Current is induced in the output coils in a highly efficient manner and can be output from the apparatus at each layer of winding, reducing resistance to induction.
Electrical motors generally require electrical input to power the motor, and output is linked to a spinning shaft to provide mechanical power. More efficient motors produce output close to the amount of input power. However, such motors require substantial input power to produce an efficient amount of output power. In addition, induction opposing resistance reduces output power; therefore, a need arises for an apparatus and process that produces electrical and mechanical power in a highly efficient configuration.
The current invention solves the need for an apparatus and process that produces electrical and mechanical power in a highly efficient configuration. The current invention comprises various embodiments for utilizing electrical pulse current to provide both mechanical and electrical power. Alternating layers of input and output coils are configured to induce an electrical current in the multiple “tapped” output coils. By design, this configuration maximizes induced electrical current while reducing induction opposing resistance. In an embodiment, the apparatus comprises a “power wheel”, a plurality of magnetic nodes spaced evenly over the outer circumference of said power wheel, each of said magnetic nodes having the same magnetic polarity facing radially outward from the center of said power wheel; an electro-magnetic generator, which electromagnetically causes said power wheel to rotate, with alternating layered windings of input coils and output coils such that said output coils are “tapped” at each layer of winding; and a means for switching, in which rotation of said power wheel causes pulse current to be applied to said input coils.
It is an object of the current invention to provide a source of mechanical power.
It is an object of the current invention to provide a source of electrical power by alternating windings of input and output wiring such that the output wirings are “tapped” at each layer of winding in an electromagnetic generator. The “tapped” windings terminate in an output that provides electrical power. “Pulse current” is supplied to the input wire.
It is an object of the current invention to provide mechanical power and electrical power, in which the electrical power is produced in a highly efficient configuration.
It is an object of the current invention to induce the greatest amount of current possible from an output coil due to specific winding configuration of input coils and output coils.
These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
An embodiment of the current invention is shown in
As may be appreciated by the drawings, a “power wheel” 1, is substantially cylindrical in shape, fixedly attached to a rotatable shaft or axle 5, which may be attached to a separate motor as a power take-off (“P.T.O”). The power wheel contains a plurality of evenly spaced magnetic nodes 2, across the circumference of said power wheel. The said magnetic nodes have magnetic properties and are positioned in relation to each other across the circumference of said power wheel, with each magnetic node having the same polarity facing radially outward in relation to the center of said power wheel, as shown in
The electro-magnetic generator 3, is comprised of a solid metal core 6, wrapped in alternating layers of input coils 7, and output coils 8, as shown in
The specific winding of said input coils 7, and said output coils 8, is unique to this invention and provides a highly efficient means of inducing current in the output coils.
The switching means 4, provides a pulse current to be applied to the input coils 7. The switching means of the embodiment in
A power source 12, with opposing (positive and negative) ends is attached to each side of said power switch, as shown in
The current passing through the input coils is referred to as “pulse current.” A current is said to “pulse” when current rises from 0 amps to a specific amperage, and then back to 0 amps in a very short amount of time. An example of pulse current would exist over a given medium if a current rises from 0 amps to 10 amps, stayed at 10 amps for 100 ms, then falls back to 0 amps. The current invention uses a motor that causes pulse current to be passed over the input coils. An illustration of the waveform of pulse current with respect to time is shown in
Pulse current passes over the input coils when the device is in the “closed position.” The waveform of said pulse current resembles a discrete function, as shown in
In the preferred embodiment of the invention, DC current is supplied to the input coils. The configuration of the coils results in pulse AC current induced in the output coils. The termination leads from the “tapped” output coils may be passed through a full wave bridge rectifier, resulting in an output of DC current.
An example of an embodiment of the current invention is set forth in the
The solid metal core 6, is comprised of a cylindrical shaft of steel. The metal core is encompassed by a cylinder constructed of hard plastic. The cylinder is then placed longitudinally lengthwise into a larger cylinder with extending edges. Said extending edges of the larger cylinder are attached to the previously mentioned flat planar surface, such that both cylinders extend longitudinally parallel to said flat planar surface. In the preferred embodiment, the cylindrical shaft of ferromagnetic material may be pushed closer to the power wheel. Additionally, the entire electro-magnetic generator 3, may be allowed to pivot parallel to the flat planar surface. Pivoting the electromagnetic generator closer or further away from the power wheel increases or decreases both the angular speed of rotation of the power wheel and the output power of the device.
A layer of output coil 8, is coiled around the cylinder encompassing the solid metal core 6. Both ends of said output coil 14, are then passed through a barrier strip 9, for organizational purposes. One lead of input coil 7, is attached near the switching means, 4. Said input coil is then wrapped around the layer of previously wrapped output coil. and passed through a barrier strip 9, for organizational purposes. Layers of input coil and output coils are wound in this alternating configuration. The leads of said output coils 14, are passed through a full bridge wave rectifier, 11. Two groups of tapped “leads” are connected to produce two terminal points (positive and negative) 10a, 10b. In the preferred embodiment, the cross-sectional diameter of the output coils 8, is less than that of the cross-sectional diameter of the input coils 7, and implement 36 Gauge enamel coated wire. In the preferred embodiment, the input coils implement 22-24 Gauge enamel coated wire.
In the preferred embodiment, output coil 8, is first wound around the larger cylinder side-by-side until reaching the end of the available surface area of the larger cylinder. The wire is then wrapped side-by-side in the opposite direction until reaching the end of the available surface area of the larger cylinder, such that the two leads of the individual output coil are positioned at the same end of the larger cylinder. This forms the first “layer” of output coil winding, with one pair of “tapped” leads, 14. The input wire 7, is wrapped around the previously wrapped “layer” in the same configuration, its leads extending through a barrier strip 9, for organizational purposes. When winding is complete, the two leads of input coil extend outward from the electro-magnetic generator, 3. The individual “tapped” output leads 14, pass through a barrier strip 9, and through a full wave bridge rectifier, 11. Several layers of alternating output coils and input coils are used.
In the preferred embodiment, the switching means 4, comprises a mechanical switch such that the switch has an upper arm 15, a lower arm 16, and a contact point 17, on each arm. The contact point is the point where the two arms meet. Each arm does not make contact in its resting position (“open position”). Said lower arm 16, is constructed of ferromagnetic material. As said magnetic node 2, passes over the contact switch, the lower arm 16, is magnetically attracted and moves toward said magnetic node. The contact point 17, of both arms meet and causes the switch to be in the “closed position.” Electric current then passes through the input coil 7, and causes the electro-magnetic generator 3, to repel the magnetic node 2, away, thereby causing the power wheel 1, to spin in a counter-clockwise direction. One lead of input coil is connected to the lower arm. The other lead of input coil extends away and forms a terminal for power input. An electrical lead wire extends away from the upper arm and connects to one side of an electrical condenser 13. Another lead wire extends away from the lower arm and connects to the other side of said electrical condenser.
The preferred embodiment uses an electrical generator 12, as electrical input using DC current. The negative input lead from the generator is connected to the electrical condenser 13. The positive input lead from the electrical generator 12, is connected to the extending input coil. Pulse current causes current to be induced in the output coils.
In the preferred embodiment, tests have shown that a greater number of layered windings and magnetic nodes produce greater angular speed in the power wheel. Greater angular speed of the power wheel causes the current to pulse at a faster rate. Faster pulse current generally results in greater power output.
Different configurations of the magnetic polarity of magnetic nodes and placement of the power inputs cause differing movement of the power wheel. In the preferred embodiment, the South poles of the individual magnetic nodes are facing radially outward from the center of the power wheel. When the negative input is attached to the electrical condenser, and positive input is attached to the input coil lead, the power wheel rotates in a counter-clockwise direction. This effect is referred to as “pulling”, as the electro-magnetic generator behaves as if the North pole were facing the power wheel. Conversely, “pushing” the power wheel may be achieved by connecting positive input to the electrical condenser and negative input to the extending input lead. A reversal of the polarity of the individual poles of the magnetic nodes may reverse the direction of movement of the power wheel. Tests have shown that “pulling” is a more effective method of power generation than “pushing.”
Although the present invention has been described in considerable detail with reference to certain preferred versions thereof, other versions are possible. For example, several power wheels may be aligned side-by-side to produce additional mechanical and electrical power, as illustrated in
Another embodiment involves using multiple electro-magnetic generators, positioned over the same power wheel, as illustrated in
Combining the previous two embodiments of multiple power wheels and multiple electro-magnetic generators is also contemplated by the current invention. For example, several power wheels may be aligned side-by-side. Each power wheel may have multiple electro-magnetic generators. As previously mentioned, each set of electro-magnetic generators corresponding to a power wheel may be connected either in series or in parallel. Tests have shown wiring the input coils of each set of electro-magnetic generators in parallel produces greater output.
Additionally, the power wheel may be constructed of various shapes, as illustrated in
The switching means may take numerous forms. It is contemplated that the switching means of the current invention operates as the functional equivalent of a simple electric switch, in which said switch is in a closed position when in proximity to an electromagnetic field. Examples may include circuit or logic design, a Hall Effect Switch, a Reed Switch, or other form of mechanically implemented switch, which changes the switching state by introduction of an electromagnetic field. Additionally, the state of the switch may be changed by constructing the lower arm of a magnetic material. For example, in the preferred embodiment previously mentioned, the polarity of the lower arm closest to the power wheel could be of North pole polarity. Positioning an individual magnetic node over the lower arm causes the switch to be “closed.” If the polarity of the lower arm closest to the power wheel is South pole polarity, then the switch would be “open” when a magnetic node passes over it.
The preferred embodiment includes the use of an electrical condenser attached to the switching means. Although included by way of example, an electrical condenser is not necessary for operation. For example, both of the electrical inputs could be connected to either side of the switching means.
The current invention encompasses design functions which maximize the amount of induced current in the output coils. Variations of this design may be implemented, such as placing numerous electro-magnetic generators in different positions in relation to the outer circumference of the power wheel. Therefore, the spirit and scope of the appended claims should not be limited to the descriptions of the preferred versions herein.
Any element in a claim that does not explicitly state “means for” performing a specified function, or “step for” performing a specific function, is not to be interpreted as a “means” or “step” clause as specified in 35 U.S.C. §112, ¶ 6. In particular, the use of “step of” in the claims herein is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C. §112, ¶ 6.
The present application claims the benefit of Provisional U.S. Application No. 61/342,771, dated Apr. 20, 2010, entitled “Electro magnetic pulse motor/generator,” the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61342771 | Apr 2010 | US |
