GB2617812A

GB2617812A - Repelling magnetic instrument

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Publication number: GB2617812A
Application number: GB2201477.3A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Andrew Karim Arif
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2022-02-04
Filing date: 2022-02-04
Publication date: 2023-10-25
Also published as: WO2023148488A1

Abstract

A vibrational energy harvester or Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device comprises at least one magnet assembly 11a-c suspended from a pair of spaced apart side supports (4a-f/5a-f, figure 2), each support having first and second opposing ends which upstand from a contact surface. The magnet assembly comprises a plurality of magnets 13a-c which extend along an alignment axis, each magnet oriented to either repel or attract adjacent magnets within the assembly. At least one non-magnetic spacer 14a-b is positioned between adjacent magnets to form defined gap sizes between the magnets. The magnet assembly oscillates in a plane of motion relative to the side supports like a Newton’s cradle. An array of solenoids 15 is positioned adjacent the magnet assembly such that oscillation of the magnet assembly may produce an alternating current. The magnet assembly may have an elongate shape. The side supports may be parallel to each other. A plurality of magnet assemblies may be aligned with each other to provide a chain of magnets extending between the opposing ends. The repulsive magnetic forces between magnet assemblies act to reduce mechanical impedance and increase conservation of momentum to improve energy harvesting efficiency.

Description

REPELLING MAGNETIC INSTRUMENT

The present invention provides a Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device by absorption of motion energy and conversion of conserved momentum and motion energy into alternating electricity. In particular, the present invention creates alternating current from the oscillating type of Motion Alternation Current (MAC) energiser device, which provides a low frictional oscillation and therefore reduced mechanical impedance leading to an improved and efficient source of electrical energy and renewable energy. This device may be used to create power with any mode of motion; mechanical motion including: vehicle transport; hinged, sprung devices, rotational devices, spherical devices, shockwave devices, vibrational devices, suspended devices, motion from natural forces or effects including gravity, biotech, wind and hydropower.

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

A RMI (Repelling Magnetic Instrument) and a RMS (Repelling Magnetic System) provide a foundation for the infrastructure of this type of device by lending such features for conservation of momentum, motion and energy. Conventional apparatus exists for the conversion of motion into energy by energising a copper coil, such as the shaking flashlight offers a good example for a renewable source of power. However, there are various issues with these conventional apparatus relating to low energy production due to mechanical impedance and configuration that impact the conservation of momentum and ultimately the amount of energy produced by these device that are well-known in the art.

Additionally various wave buoyancy electricity generators are being created to combat renewable energy, but few offer reliable or scalable solutions that can deliver power and store potential energy from momentum of kinetic oscillations.

There is a need for a system which increases the current production of electrical energy and has improved mechanical impedance.

SUMMARY OF INVENTION

According to a first aspect of the present invention, there is provided a Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device comprising: a pair of spaced apart side supports, each side support having a first end and an opposed second end upstanding from a contact surface; at least one magnetic source chamber suspended from, and positioned between, the pair of spaced apart side supports, in which the magnetic source chamber comprises a plurality of magnetic components arranged in use to extend along an alignment axis and to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the magnetic source chamber; and one or more of: at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between repelling forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between attractive forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or an array of solenoids configured in use to be positioned adjacent the at least one magnetic source chamber, in which the at least one magnetic source chamber is configured for oscillation movement in one plane of free motion relative to the side supports.

According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided a magnetic source chamber system comprising a plurality of motion alternation current devices as herein described, in which the motion alternation current devices are arranged in use such that the magnetic force created at an end of a first magnetic source chamber is arranged to repel the magnetic force created at an adjacent end of a second magnetic source chamber.

According to a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of manufacturing a Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device as herein described, comprising: obtaining a pair of spaced apart side supports, each side support having a first end and an opposed second end configured to upstand from a contact surface; obtaining a magnetic source chamber comprising: a plurality of magnetic components arranged in use to extend along an alignment axis and to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the magnetic source chamber; suspending the magnetic source chamber from, and positioning between, the pair of spaced apart side supports, in which the at least one magnetic source chamber is configured for oscillation movement in one plane of free motion relative to the side supports; and positioning at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between repelling forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or positioning an array of solenoid coils adjacent the magnetic source chamber; optionally further comprising positioning at least one arm member comprising a further magnetic component at or adjacent the first and/or second opposed end of the side supports, such that the further magnetic component is configured to be aligned with the alignment axis of the magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber, and in which the further magnetic component of the arm member(s) is configured to repel the adjacent magnetic component of the magnetic source chamber; and/or optionally further comprising suspending a second and optionally further magnetic source chamber from, and positioning between, the pair of spaced apart side supports and aligning the alignment axis of the second (and optionally further) magnetic source chamber(s) with the alignment axis of the first magnetic source chamber.

The alignment axis is preferably located substantially centrally between the pair of spaced apart side supports. The alignment axis preferably extends in a direction extending between opposing ends of the spaced apart side supports.

The magnetic components within each chamber of the device are configured to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the chamber and adjacent chambers to provide oscillation movement in one plane of free motion of the first and optionally further chambers of the device.

In one embodiment, the magnetic source chamber comprises a plurality of repelling magnetic components, each spaced apart from the or each adjacent magnetic component(s) by spacers.

In one embodiment, the magnetic source chamber comprises a plurality of attracting magnetic components, each spaced apart from the or each adjacent magnetic component(s) by spacers.

The spacer(s) is preferably composed of non-magnetic material.

The magnetic source chamber of the device of the present invention contains a plurality of repelling magnetic components that are, in one embodiment, compressed together by one or more spacers, in a direction extending along the alignment axis thereof thereby increasing magnetic flux density and the magnetic fields that operates beyond the chamber, and preferably beyond the side supports of the device to energise an array of solenoid coils located adjacent the device.

The magnetic source chamber(s), for example the plurality of repelling magnetic components, are preferably suspended midair at 0 net G force from each of the pair of the side supports. In one embodiment, the magnetic source chambers, for example the plurality of repelling magnetic components, are preferably suspended from the side supports in stable equilibrium.

The device of the present invention utilises the oscillation motion of the magnetic components within the or each magnetic source chamber to deliver alternating current (AC) energy, to supply continuous power whilst storing potential momentum energy. The ern(' in the coil produces alternating current. The device of the present invention also utilises the effects of low mechanical impedance to increase the conservation of momentum.

The oscillation movement of the magnetic components of the chamber(s) may result from exertion of an external force applied to the device. The external force may for example be applied by force applied to one or more magnetic components of the device. The external force may be applied for example by a contact force, or by a non-contact force such as for example by a magnetic force.

The oscillation movement is preferably provided by swinging motions of the chamber relative to the side supports. The oscillation movement preferably includes movement towards the base or towards a contact surface located between the side supports, such as for example a stable or unstable surface.

Oscillation movement of the magnetic source chambers comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling components is preferably restricted to within a single plane.

In one embodiment, whilst the magnetic components are trying to rebalance the unstable equilibrium forces to 0 net G force, the intense flux magnetic fields created by the movement of the magnetic components extends beyond the magnetic source chamber(s) . The imbalance of the unstable equilibrium creates a complex pattern of movement thus conserving motion, momentum and energy. The movement of the repelling pendulum magnetic chambers increases conservation of motion energy substantially from existing current impedance achievements.

The Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device of the present invention uses an entanglement of repelling magnetic forces between magnetic components within and/or between adjacent chambers to provide the oscillation movement.

The Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device of the present invention is preferably non-collisional. The term "non-collisional" is used herein to refer to the magnetic components being free to move along the first axis without contact with adjacent magnetic components. The Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device, and in particular the predetermined distances between adjacent suspended repelling magnetic source chambers, is configured to prevent contact between adjacent suspended repelling magnetic source chambers during the oscillation movement along the alignment axis.

Each magnetic source chamber preferably comprises a stopper located at each end thereof. The stopper is preferably configured to prevent adjacent magnetic components from separating apart. The stopper is preferably composed of non-magnetic material. The stopper is preferably composed of material configured to withstand compressive magnetic forces between adjacent magnetic components within the chamber.

The system preferably comprises a plurality of MAC devices, in which each MAC device is spaced apart from an adjacent or each adjacent MAC device at a predetermined distance.

The magnetic component located at a first end of a first MAC device of the system is configured to repel an adjacent magnetic component located at an adjacent end of a further MAC device of the system.

The device may further comprise at least one, for example a pair of arm members. The or each arm member may provide a first free end providing a further magnetic component.

The magnetic component of the or each arm member is preferably configured in use to be positioned in alignment with the alignment axis of the repelling magnetic components of an adjacent magnetic source chamber. The magnetic component of the or each arm member is preferably configured to repel an adjacent magnetic component of an adjacent magnetic source chamber.

For example, a first arm member may be positioned at or adjacent the first end of, and between, the spaced apart side supports. The first arm member may be located at or adjacent a first end of a base providing the contact surface. A second arm member may be positioned at or adjacent the second end of, and between, the spaced apart side supports. The second arm member may be located at or adjacent a second opposed end of a base providing the contact surface.

In one embodiment, the system comprises a plurality of MAC devices. A plurality of MAC devices are preferably arranged such that the alignment axis of the magnetic components of each MAC are aligned. A first MAC device located at a first end of the system may further comprise a first arm member positioned at or adjacent the first end of, and between, the spaced apart side supports of the first MAC device. The first arm member may be located at or adjacent a first end of a base of the first MAC device providing the contact surface. A second MAC device located at a second opposed end of the system may further comprise a second arm member positioned at or adjacent the second end of, and between, the spaced apart side supports of the second MAC device. The second arm member may be located at or adjacent a second opposed end of a base of second first MAC device providing the contact surface.

The arm member(s) may be configured for releasable or detachable engagement with the device. For example, the arm member may be configured for releasable or detachable engagement with one or both spaced apart side supports and/or the base of the device.

The arm member(s) may be configured for adjustable positioning relative to the side portions and/or base and/or adjacent suspended chamber comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources. The location of the arm member(s) relative to the side portions and/or base and/or adjacent suspended magnetic source chambers may be adjustable in order to provide a predetermined repulsion force between the further magnetic member and adjacent chamber and/or predetermined oscillation movement. For example, the adjustable arm member(s) may be moved closer to or further away from the adjacent chamber to create the required repulsion force between the further magnetic member and adjacent chambers and/or predetermined oscillation movement.

The magnetic source chamber preferably further comprises an array of solenoid coils. At least a portion of the magnetic source chamber is preferably configured to be positioned adjacent, preferably received within, an array of solenoid coils.

An array of solenoid coils may be located at or adjacent at,east one end, preferably at both ends, of the MAC device.

The MAC device may further comprise a base providing the contact surface. An ar ay of solenoid coils may be located at or adjacent the base. An array of solenoid coils may be located at or adjacent one or each of the side supports. The MAC device may further comprise an armature extending at or adjacent one or each side support. An array of solenoid coils may be located at or adjacent the armature.

The array of solenoid coils may extend along an axis extending substantially parallel to an axis extending between the first and second ends of each side support and/or with the alignment axis of the magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber. The plurality of repelling magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber are preferably aligned to the centre of an adjacent array of solenoid coils.

The solenoid coil may be in communication with a bridge rectifier configured in use to channel the generated AC current (generated by movement of the magnetic components relative to the coil) to a parallel DC negative and positive power lines. The power lines are preferably connected in use or connectable to supply energy, power a supply circuit or store energy.

Each solenoid coil within the array of solenoid coils is preferably spaced apart from any adjacent solenoid coil by a width which is equivalent to the width of the spacer of the device.

The width of the or each spacer within the MAC device is preferably selected (for example adjustable) in order to correspond to the spacing between adjacent solenoid coils of an adjacent array of solenoid coils.

In one embodiment, the length of the magnetic source chamber, preferably the length of the aligned repelling magnetic components within the magnetic source chamber, is greater than the length of the array of solenoid coils. This arrangement allows the pendulum motion of the repelling magnetic components.

The system of MAC devices may also be referred to as a Hub of Oscillating MAC Energisers (HOME).

Each solenoid coil is preferably configured in use to be induced by the oscillating motion of the repelling magnetic sources of the magnetic source chamber creating intense flux magnetic fields that operates beyond the magnetic source chamber to energise each solenoid coil, this results in higher edi current being produced in a smaller window of motion.

The present invention provides Motion Alternation Current (MAC) by absorption of motion energy and conversion of conserved momentum and motion energy into alternating electricity. In particular, the present invention creates alternating current from the unstable equilibrium forces generated by oscillating type of repelling magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber which provides a low frictional, non-collisional, oscillation and therefore reduced mechanical impedance leading to an improved and efficient source of electrical energy and renewable energy.

The pair of spaced apart side supports preferably extend substantially parallel to each other. The side supports are preferably composed of non-magnetic material.

The or each side support may comprise tubular frame members. The or each side support may comprise planar members.

The magnetic components may be composed of magnetic material, such as for example neodymium. The magnetic components may be permanent magnets. The magnetic components may be temporary magnets, such as for example electromagnets.

The magnetic components may have any suitable magnetic field strength.

The plurality of magnetic source chambers are preferably aligned to provide a chain of magnetic source chambers comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources exerting inversely opposing magnetic forces between pairs of adjacent suspended repelling chamber comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources to provide oscillation movement.

A first end of a first magnetic source chamber comprising a plurality of repelling magnetic components has a first magnetic pole and/or provides a first magnetic force. The adjacent end of an adjacent second magnetic source chamber comprising a plurality of repelling magnetic components has a second magnetic pole and/or provides a second magnetic force which is opposed to the first magnetic pole and/or first magnetic force, to provide repulsion between the adjacent suspended magnetic components.

The Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device preferably further comprises a base having a first end, a second opposed end, and a pair of opposed side portions extending therebetween. Each side support preferably upstands from and extends along or adjacent at least a portion of a corresponding side portion of the base.

In one embodiment, the base and the pair of spaced apart side supports upstanding therefrom provide an oscillation unit defining a cavity extending therebetween. The oscillation unit may be open ended at the first and second opposed ends of the base to allow movement of the magnetic source chamber(s) therethrough. For example, the magnetic source chamber(s) preferably move or oscillate in a direction along the alignment axis, within one plane, through the cavity and through an open end of the oscillation unit prior to returning to the cavity, and repeating the movement or oscillation.

The or each magnetic source chambers, in one embodiment one or more (for example each magnetic component of each chamber), is preferably suspended from of the side supports by a pair of pendulum lines. The pendulum lines are preferably non-elastic. Preferably, each pendulum line within each pair of pendulum lines extends between the chamber (or corresponding magnetic component) and the corresponding side support. The pendulum lines are preferably V-shaped pendulum lines.

In one embodiment, each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines extends from opposing sides of the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components). Each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines is preferably secured to the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components) along the centre of gravity of the chamber (and/or magnetic components).

In one embodiment, each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines extends from substantially the centre and opposing sides of the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components). Each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines is preferably secured to the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components) along the centre of gravity of the chamber (and/or magnetic components).

In one embodiment, each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines extends from substantially the centre and side of the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components). Each pendulum line within a pair of pendulum lines is preferably secured to the corresponding chamber (and/or magnetic components) along the centre of gravity of the chamber (and/or magnetic components).

The predetermined distance between the or each adjacent first and/or further second chamber(s) is preferably selected to provide a predetermined oscillation movement.

The solenoid coil may have any suitable shape. The solenoid coil may have example have a substantially square, circular or oblong shape.

The or each chamber may comprise a plurality of magnetic components having any suitable shape and/or dimensions. Preferably, the or each chamber (for example the or each magnetic components with a chamber) are all substantially identical in dimensions.

Preferably, the magnetic components are all substantially identical in shape. The chamber(s) are preferably elongate in shape.

In one embodiment, the magnetic components are all substantially spherical in shape. In one embodiment, the magnetic components are all substantially cuboid in shape. In one embodiment, the magnetic components are each individually selected from: spherical, hemi-spherical, cuboid, cube, prismoidal, polyhedral, cylindrical, or any combination thereof.

In one embodiment, the device comprises one or more additional magnetic source chambers located at any suitable location configured to provide a predetermined magnetic field for interaction with one or more of the chambers comprising a plurality of magnetic component (and optionally further magnetic component provided by an arm member) to effect a predetermined oscillation of the magnetic source chambers. The Hub of Oscillating MAC Energisers (HOME) may comprise any suitable number of MAC devices. For example, the HOME may comprise a pair of MAC devices, or three MAC devices or more than three MAC devices. The MAC devices may be provided in any suitable configuration with any suitable alignment. In one embodiment, the first axis of a first MAC may be aligned with the first axis of a second (or further) MAC. In one embodiment, the first axis of a first MAC may extend parallel to and be spaced apart from the first axis of a second (or further MAC). In one embodiment, the first axis of a first MAC may extend at an angle (for example perpendicular) to the first axis of the a second (or further MAC). The HOME may comprise a plurality of layers of MAC devices, each layer comprising one or more MAC devices. The HOME may comprise a plurality of MAC devices provided in a single layer array, for example 2x2,2x3,3x3 array of MAC devices. In one embodiment, the HOME may comprise a plurality of layers array, such as for example a 2 x 2 x 2,2x2x3,2x3x3,3x3x3 array of MAC devices. The array may comprise any suitable number of MAC devices provided in the or each layer in any suitable configuration.

Each MAC within a HOME may be identical to each other. In one embodiment, the HOME may comprise MAC devices with varying features, such as for example varying numbers of magnetic components and/or varying shapes of magnetic components and/or varying separation between adjacent magnetic components and/or varying magnetic field strengths of the magnetic components therein the chamber.

The magnetic forces experienced and created by the chamber comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources within a first MAC may also interfere with the electromagnetic or static magnetic forces experienced and created by magnetic components within an adjacent second MAC, and vice versa, resulting in complex oscillations. The separation between adjacent MAC devices within a system may be adjustable in order to vary the oscillation movement of the magnetic source chambers.

The MAC of the present invention uses an entanglement of repelling magnetic forces between magnetic components to provide the oscillation movement which is energised by the coil. The magnetic components are suspended from the side supports in stable equilibrium. The repelling magnetic forces between adjacent magnetic components create an unstable equilibrium causing the oscillation movement whilst the magnetic components are trying to rebalance the forces to 0 net G force the array of solenoid coils are excited by alternating electromagnetic forces and produce electricity. The imbalance of the unstable equilibrium creates a complex pattern of movement thus conserving motion, momentum and energy, which is converted by edi currents that energise each array of solenoid coils into producing alternating current. The movement of the magnetic components continues to produce energy long after the initial force applied to the MAC and for over a much increased time period due to the method of conservation in energy provided by low frictional, non-collisional momentum.

It is to be understood that the device may, in some embodiments, not contain an arm member. Furthermore, in one or more embodiments, the device may comprise a pair of arm members. Each arm member being located adjacent opposed ends of the side portions and/or base.

It is to be understood that the device may, in some embodiments, not contain an arm member. Furthermore, in one or more embodiments, the device may comprise a pair of arm members. Each arm member being located adjacent opposed ends of the side portions and/or HOME.

The magnetic source chambers may be spaced apart along the side portions at predetermined spacings dependent on the required standing equilibrium force and spring constant Spring constant (k) = (131Hir ± 131H2r) -V>99.99% = kApStanding equilibrium force, wherein m = said mas iith magnetic properties. F = (R0/47c) (trilm2/r2) The movement of a magnetic source chamber towards an adjacent magnetic source chamber, whilst experiencing magnetic repulsion forces, provides complex oscillation movement (for example complex harmonic motion and pendulum coupling), of the magnetic components of the device along the first axis and within a single plane.

Embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail in relation to the accompanying Figures:

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

Figure 1 is a schematic illustration of a perspective view of one embodiment of the magnetic source chamber system of the present invention; Figure 2 is a schematic illustration of an end view of the magnetic source chamber system of Figure 1; Figure 3 is a schematic illustration of a view from above of the magnetic source chamber system of Figure 1; Figure 4 is a schematic illustration of a perspective view of a motion alternation current device according to one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 is a schematic illustration of a further perspective view of the motion alternation current device of Figure 4; Figure 6 is a schematic illustration of a side view of the motion alternation current device of Figure 4; Figure 7 is a schematic illustration of a view from above of a motion alternation current device according to a further embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 is a schematic illustration of a side view of the motion alternation current device of Figure 7; Figure 9 is a schematic illustration of a perspective view of the motion alternation current device of Figure 7; Figure 10 is a schematic illustration of a magnetic source chamber according to one embodiment of the present invention; and Figure 11 is a schematic illustration of an end view of the magnetic source chamber of Figure 10.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

With reference to the Figures 1 to 3, the motion alternation current system 1 comprises six motion alternation current (MAC) devices 2a-f. It is to be understood that the system 1 may comprise any suitable number of devices and is not to be limited to six.

Each motion alternation current (MAC) device 2a-f comprises a pair of spaced apart side supports 4a-f, 5a,f. Each side support 4a-f, 5a-f has a first end 6a-f, 7a-f and an opposed second end 8a-f, 9a-f. In the illustrated embodiment, each side support 4a-f, 5a-f is upstanding from a base 10-f. It is however to be understood that the side supports 4a-f, 5a-f may be upstanding from any suitable contact surface and that the device 2a-f may be free of a base.

Each pair of side supports 4a-f, 5a-f extends substantially parallel to each other. It is however to be understood that each of the side supports 4a-f, 5a-f may take any suitable form and shape. The side supports 4a-f, 5a-f are composed of non-magnetic material.

Each device 2a-f comprises three magnetic source chambers 11a-c suspended from and positioned between the corresponding pair of side supports 4a-f, 5a-f. Each magnetic source chamber 11a-c is suspended on a pendulum line extending from a corresponding side support 4a-f, 5a-f to the centre of gravity of the chamber 11a-c. In the illustrated embodiment, the pendulum lines 12a-f are substantially V-shaped. Each magnetic source chamber 11a-c is configured for oscillation movement within one plane of free motion relative to the side supports 4a-f, 5a-f.

Each magnetic source chamber 11a-c is suspended midair at 0 net G from each corresponding side support 4a-f, 5a-f. The magnetic source chambers 11a-c are suspended in stable equilibrium.

The magnetic source chambers 11a-fc each comprise a plurality of magnetic components 13a-c as shown in Figures 10 and 11. Figure 10 illustrates the chamber having three magnetic components. It is however to be understood that the chamber may comprise any suitable number of magnetic components and is not limited to three magnetic components.

The magnetic components 13a-c are arranged to extend along an alignment axis A-A' and to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the magnetic source chamber 11a-c.

In the illustrated embodiment, the magnetic components 13a-c are received and retained within a hollow, tubular housing of the chamber 11a-c. The housing of the chamber 11a-c is a hollow elongate member defining a channel shaped and dimensioned to receive the magnetic components 13a-c therein. The housing of the chamber 11a-c is configured to retain the magnetic components 13a-c in positioned and aligned with alignment axis A-A'.

Spacers 14a-b are positioned between adjacent pairs of opposed magnetic components (as shown in Figure 10). In the illustrated embodiment, two spacers 14a-b are provided. It is however to be understood that the device 1 may comprise any suitable number of spacers 14a-b dependent on the number of magnetic components present. The spacers 14a-b are composed of non-magnetic material.

A pair of non-magnetic stoppers are provided at the opposed ends of each chamber 11a-c to prevent separation of the magnetic components 13a-c.

Each device 2a-f further comprises an array of solenoid coils 15. The coils 15 extend around the corresponding chambers 11a-c, and in particular around the alignment axis A-A' of the magnetic components. In the illustrated embodiment, each chamber 11a-c comprises an array of three spaced apart solenoid coils 15 extending around the housing. In the illustrated embodiment, each coil 15 is spaced apart from an adjacent coil by a width corresponding to the width (as measured, in use, in a direction extending along the direction of the alignment axis A-A') of the spacers 14a-b.

The alignment axes A-A' of the magnetic components 13a-c within each chamber 11a-c of each device 2a-f are aligned to provide, in effect, a chain of repelling magnetic components along the length of the device 1 between opposing ends 6-9 a-f of the side supports 4,5a-f.

The chambers 11a-c of a device 2a-f are equally spaced apart from each other along the length of the side supports 4,5a-f. It is however to be understood that any suitable spacing between adjacent chambers may be provided.

The devices 2a-f are stacked together in a predetermined array to provide the system 1. In the illustrated embodiment, the devices 2a-f are stacked in a three-dimensional array comprising three layers of devices 2a-f. The first layer comprises three devices 2a-c, the second layer (positioned directly above the first layer) comprises two devices 2d-e (each device being positioned directly above a device 2a-b in the first layer), and the third layer (positioned directly above the second layer) comprises one device 2f positioned directly above a device 2d in the second layer. The alignment axis of each device are aligned to extend substantially parallel to the alignment axes of the other devices within the system.

The system 1 utilises the oscillation motion of the magnetic components 13a-c within each magnetic source chamber 11a-c of each device 2a-f to deliver alternating current (AC) energy, to supply continuous power whilst storing potential momentum energy. The device of the present invention also utilises the effects of low mechanical impedance to increase the conservation of momentum.

The oscillation movement of the magnetic components of the chambers 11a-c may result from exertion of an external force applied to the device. The external force may for example be applied by force applied to one or more magnetic components of the device. The external force may be applied for example by a contact force, or by a non-contact force such as for example by a magnetic force. The oscillation movement is preferably provided by swinging motions of the chamber relative to the side supports. The oscillation movement preferably includes movement towards the base or towards a contact surface located between the side supports, such as for example a stable or unstable surface.

Oscillation movement of the magnetic source chambers 11a-c is restricted to within a single plane in a direction extending between the first and second ends of the side supports.

The intense magnetic flux fields created by the movement of the repelling magnetic components extend beyond the magnetic source chamber(s) 11a-c to energise the array of solenoid coils. The imbalance of the unstable equilibrium creates a complex pattern of movement thus conserving motion, momentum and energy. The movement of the repelling pendulum magnetic chambers increases conservation of motion energy substantially from existing current impedance achievements.

Figures 4 to 6 illustrate a further embodiment of the device 2 of the present invention. In this illustrated embodiment, the device 2 further comprises a pair of arm members 20a,b.

Each arm member 20a,b is located at opposed ends of the side supports 4. Each arm member 20a,b comprises a free end 21a, b. Each free end 21a,b comprises a further magnetic component 22a,b. The magnetic component 22a,b is aligned with the alignment axis A-A' of the magnetic components 12 located within the corresponding chamber 11.

The further magnetic component 22a,b is configured to repel the adjacent magnetic component 12 of the adjacent chamber 11. It is to be understood that the arm member 20a,b may be removably attached to the device 2. As shown in Figures 7 to 9, the device 2 may in some embodiments comprise a single arm member 20 located at a single end of the side supports. 17

Claims

CLAIMS1. A Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device comprising: a pair of spaced apart side supports, each side support having a first end and an opposed second end upstanding from a contact surface; at least one magnetic source chamber suspended from, and positioned between, the pair of spaced apart side supports, in which the magnetic source chamber comprises a plurality of magnetic components arranged in use to extend along an alignment axis and to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the magnetic source chamber; and one or more of: at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between repelling forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between attractive forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or an array of solenoids configured in use to be positioned adjacent the at least one magnetic source chamber, in which the at least one magnetic source chamber is configured for oscillation movement in one plane of free motion relative to the side supports.
2. A device as claimed in claim 1, in which the chamber is elongate in shape.
3. A device as claimed in either of claims 1 and 2, in which further comprising a plurality of stoppers, each stopper being configured to be located at an end of a magnetic source chamber to prevent separation of the magnetic components located therein.
4. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the pair of spaced apart side supports extend substantially parallel to each other.
5. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the device comprises a plurality of magnetic source chambers which are aligned with each to provide a chain of magnetic components, extending between the first and second ends of the side supports, and exerting inversely opposing magnetic forces between pairs of adjacent magnetic components to provide oscillation movement.
6. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the alignment axis is located substantially centrally between the pair of spaced apart side supports.
7. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, further comprising an arm member comprising a free end providing a further magnetic component configured to be positioned in alignment with the alignment axis of the magnetic components, and to repel the adjacent magnetic component.
8. A device as claimed in claim 7, in which the arm member is located at or adjacent an end of the spaced apart side supports.
9. A device as claimed in either of claims 7 and 8, comprising a pair of arm members, each arm member being located at opposed ends of the spaced apart side supports.
10. A device as claimed in any one of claims 7 to 9, in which the arm member(s) is configured for releasable or detachable engagement with the device.
11. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, comprising an array of solenoid coils, in which the array is located at one or more of: at or adjacent a base of the device; at or adjacent at least one end of the device; and/or at or adjacent one or each of the side supports of the device.
12. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, comprising an array of solenoid coils extending along an axis which extends substantially parallel to the alignment axis of the magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber.
13. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, comprising an array of solenoid coils, wherein the array or each solenoid coil is in communication with a bridge rectifier configured in use to channel generated AC current to DC.
14. A device as claimed in any preceding claim, comprising an array of solenoid coils and at least one spacer, in which each solenoid coil within the array of solenoid coils is spaced apart from adjacent solenoid coil by a width which is equivalent to the width of the spacer of the device.
15. A magnetic source chamber system comprising a plurality of motion alternation current devices as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 14, in which the devices are arranged in use such that the magnetic force created at an end of a first magnetic source chamber is arranged to repel the magnetic force created at an adjacent end of a second magnetic source chamber
16. A system as claimed in claim 15, in which the plurality of magnetic source chambers are aligned to provide a chain of magnetic source chambers comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources exerting inversely opposing magnetic forces between pairs of adjacent suspended repelling chamber comprising a plurality of magnetic repelling sources to provide oscillation movement.
17. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the repelling forces between adjacent magnetic components are configured to create intense magnetic flux in fields between magnetic components and/or magnetic source chambers, thereby producing intense emf within each adjacent solenoid coil to drive AC through and between the coils.
18. A method of manufacturing a Motion Alternation Current (MAC) device as herein described, comprising: obtaining a pair of spaced apart side supports, each side support having a first end and an opposed second end configured to upstand from a contact surface; obtaining a magnetic source chamber comprising: a plurality of magnetic components arranged in use to extend along an alignment axis and to repel the or each adjacent magnetic component within the magnetic source chamber; suspending the magnetic source chamber from, and positioning between, the pair of spaced apart side supports, in which the at least one magnetic source chamber is configured for oscillation movement in one plane of free motion relative to the side supports; and one or more of: positioning at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between repelling forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or positioning at least one spacer composed of non-magnetic material positioned between adjacent magnetic components to force defined gaps sizes between attractive forces of adjacent magnetic components; and/or positioning an array of solenoid coils adjacent the magnetic source chamber; optionally further comprising positioning at least one arm member comprising a further magnetic component at or adjacent the first and/or second opposed end of the side supports, such that the further magnetic component is configured to be aligned with the alignment axis of the magnetic components of the magnetic source chamber, and in which the further magnetic component of the arm member(s) is configured to repel the adjacent magnetic component of the magnetic source chamber; and/or optionally further comprising suspending a second and optionally further magnetic source chamber from, and positioning between, the pair of spaced apart side supports and aligning the alignment axis of the second (and optionally further) magnetic source chamber(s) with the alignment axis of the first magnetic source chamber.