Sewer line power generating system

Details Sewer line power generating system Sewer line power generating system

2006-08-01

2008-09-30

Schuberg, Darren (Department: 2834)

Prime-mover dynamo plants

Fluid-current motors

C290S053000, C290S043000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07429803

ABSTRACT:
The sewer line power generating system is designed to be positioned within a manhole. The system generates electricity from water flowing through sewer lines. The system includes a hydro turbine that can be raised and lowered into water flowing through sewer lines. They system also includes a flow control plate that accelerates and directs the water for optimal power generation. The system further includes an actuator that raises and lowers the system in response to the water flow. The system further includes a pressure gauge to measure water pressure at the turbine and adjust the position of the turbine in response to the water pressure.

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