Electrical generator or motor structure – Dynamoelectric – Linear
Reexamination Certificate
2005-10-04
2005-10-04
Mullins, Burton S. (Department: 2834)
Electrical generator or motor structure
Dynamoelectric
Linear
C310S013000, C310S015000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06952060
ABSTRACT:
An electromagnetic linear generator and regenerative electromagnetic shock absorber is disclosed which converts variable frequency, repetitive intermittent linear displacement motion to useful electrical power. The innovative device provides for superposition of radial components of the magnetic flux density from a plurality of adjacent magnets to produce a maximum average radial magnetic flux density within a coil winding array. Due to the vector superposition of the magnetic fields and magnetic flux from a plurality of magnets, a nearly four-fold increase in magnetic flux density is achieved over conventional electromagnetic generator designs with a potential sixteen-fold increase in power generating capacity. As a regenerative shock absorber, the disclosed device is capable of converting parasitic displacement motion and vibrations encountered under normal urban driving conditions to a useful electrical energy for powering vehicles and accessories or charging batteries in electric and fossil fuel powered vehicles. The disclosed device is capable of high power generation capacity and energy conversion efficiency with minimal weight penalty for improved fuel efficiency.
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Goldner Ronald B.
Zerigian Peter
Creehan, Esq. R. Dennis
Mohandesi Iraj A.
Mullins Burton S.
Trustees of Tufts College
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