KR20170107470A - A system for collecting energy from moving mass - Google Patents

Abstract

A system comprising at least one tunnel is configured for locking within a moving mass. The energy collector is disposed in at least one tunnel. The energy collector has at least an open and a collapsed state, wherein the open collector collects at least a portion of the energy of at least a portion of the moving mass through the at least one tunnel. The alternate activation of the actuator device connected to the energy collector and the activator connected to the weight mechanism alternately turns the energy collector into an open and closed state. The alternating transfer of the energy collector gives the reciprocating motion of the energy collector and the weighting device. The cable system connects the actuators to transmit the reciprocating motion. The pulley system converts the reciprocating motion into a rotational force for driving the rotating mechanisms.

Description

A system for collecting energy from moving mass

Cross reference to related applications

This PCT patent application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 62 / 099,133 filed December 31, 2014 entitled " THE HYPER-CUTE ENERGY HARNESS SYSTEM " US Utility Patent Application No. 14 / 816,854, filed on August 3, 2015, entitled " A SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING ENERGY ", entitled " A SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING ENERGY FROM A MOVING MASS, (A) under U.S. Utility Patent Application No. 15 / 050,115, filed February 22, 201, entitled " FROM A MOVING MASS ". The contents of such related provisional applications and patent applications are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes to the extent that such content is not inconsistent with the content of the present application or is not intended to limit the content of the present application.

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Technical field

One or more embodiments of the present invention generally relate to means for harnessing and converting energy. More particularly, the present invention relates to a method and system for energy-saving applications, such as, but not limited to, using energy from naturally traveling masses such as wind and water as a power source and converting power used energy into rotational and linear work forces . Streamlined reciprocating cylinders and piston-style engines are powered by the flow of natural resources.

The following background information is expected to assist the reader in further teaching additional aspects of the prior art, but it is contemplated that the present invention or any embodiment of the present invention may be referred to, or implied therein, (E.g., but not limited to, approaches, facts, or common sense) of certain aspects of the prior art that should not be construed as limiting. Some people believe that the whole world may be experiencing a global energy crisis, especially in global poverty countries, where, for example, limited resources, water and electricity can be scarce. The development of alternative sources of energy through the implementation of innovative new global technologies not only can help mitigate these energy crises, but also provide cultural and social crises through jobs, education and resources, and improvements in the global economy. something to do. In addition, the availability of alternative energy sources can be expected to lead to a worldwide decrease in dependence on oil. In addition, some alternative energy sources can be environmentally friendly and mitigate some of the causes and effects of global warming.

Through educational background, aspects of the prior art are generally useful for recognizing some current prior art approaches for powering naturally traveling masses, such as, but not limited to, wind and water energy . These approaches are typically open channel systems that are free to flow and not to be directed. These approaches may not provide reliable control of the system and may not be able to handle the impact from changing environmental conditions. It is believed that this may lead to improper deployment, downtime, parasitic energy loss, and the like.

From this point of view, it is clear that these traditional techniques are not perfect and leave room for more optimal approaches.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The present invention is illustrated by way of example and not limitation in the accompanying drawings, in which like references indicate similar elements.
1 is a side perspective view of an exemplary energy harnessing system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
FIGS. 1A, 1B and 1C illustrate an exemplary pulley system for an energy harnessing system according to an embodiment of the invention. FIG. 1A is a top view of a pulley system, FIG. 1B is a side perspective view of a pulley in a disassembled state, and FIG. 1C illustrates exemplary cable guides.
2A and 2B illustrate an exemplary actuator for an energy harnessing system according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2A is a side perspective view of an actuator, and FIG. 2B is a side perspective view of an actuator in a disassembled state.
2C illustrates an exemplary cable system for an energy harnessing system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 3A-3C illustrate an exemplary spreader for use with an actuator for an energy collector according to an embodiment of the present invention. 3A is a side perspective view. Figure 3b is a schematic rear view, and Figure 3c is a schematic front view.
Figures 4A-4C illustrate an exemplary energy collector according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4a is a schematic front view of the collector. Figure 4b is a schematic side view of an energy collector connected to an actuator and in an open position and Figure 4c is a schematic side view of an energy collector connected to an actuator and in a closed position.
5A, 5B, and 5C are perspective views of exemplary tunnels that may be used to house an energy collector for an energy harnessing system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. 5A is a side perspective view of the tunnels. Figure 5b is a schematic end perspective view. Figure 5C is a schematic side elevation view of an exemplary fluid flow actuator.
6A and 6B illustrate an exemplary energy harvesting system in use at a moving mass in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6a is a side perspective view of the system and Figure 6b is a schematic top view of the system.
Figures 7A and 7B illustrate an exemplary underground application for a system for harnessing wind energy in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7a is a schematic side view of the system and Figure 7b is a schematic side perspective view of the wind collector.
Figure 8 is a side perspective view of an exemplary energy harnessing system in accordance with an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
Unless otherwise indicated, the examples in the figures are not necessarily drawn to scale.

The invention is best understood by reference to the description and detailed description set forth herein.

Embodiments of the present invention are discussed below with reference to the drawings. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed description given herein with respect to these drawings is for explanatory purposes as the invention extends beyond these limited embodiments. For example, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that, in light of the teachings of the present invention, it will be appreciated that, in order to implement the functionality of any given detail set forth herein beyond the specific implementation choices of the embodiments described and illustrated below, It should be understood that, depending on the nature of the product, various alternative and appropriate approaches will be recognized. That is, there are many modifications and variations of the invention that are too numerous to enumerate, but all fall within the scope of the present invention. Also, where appropriate, singular terms should be construed as plural and vice versa, the male form should be interpreted as feminine and vice versa, and alternative embodiments do not necessarily imply that the two are mutually exclusive.

It should further be understood that the invention is not limited to the particular methodology, compounds, materials, manufacturing techniques, uses, and applications described herein as they may vary. It is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. It should be noted that, as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, reference to "an element" is a reference to one or more elements, including equivalents known to those skilled in the art. Similarly, references to "one step" or "one means" for another example are references to one or more steps, which may include sub-steps and auxiliary means. All conjugations used should be understood in the most comprehensive sense possible. Accordingly, the word "or" should be understood to have the definition of "logically" or "logically, not exclusively, unless the context clearly requires otherwise. It should be understood that the structures described herein also refer to functional equivalents of such structures. A language that can be interpreted as representing an approximation should be so understood unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

All words of approximation as used in the present disclosure and in the claims should be interpreted as "approximate" rather than "exact," and thus should be interpreted as meaningful modifiers for any other word, designated parameter, quantity, quality, Can be used as a sphere. Words of approximation include, but are not limited to, "substantially", "approximately", "approximately", "generally", "substantially", "essentially", "

It is well established in early 1939 that approximate words are not ambiguous in the claims, even when such limitations are not defined or specified in the specification, as will be established in some detail below.

For example, referring to the Ex parte Mallory case (52 USPQ 297, 297, Pat. Off .Bd. App., 1941), the court concluded that, "The examiner, The claims state that the membrane is "practically" removed for its intended purpose, which seems to be able to ignore some of the remaining membrane. Thus, we believe that the claims are sufficiently accurate It is the view that it can be regarded as "

It should be noted that the claims only need to be "informed reasonably to those skilled in the art" in relation to their scope in order to meet the clarity requirements. Energy Absorption Sys., Inc. v. Roadway Safety Servs., Inc., Civ. App. 96-1264, slip op. at 10 (Fed. Cir. July 3, 1997) (unpublished) Hybridtech v. Monoclonal Antibodies, Inc., 802 F.2d 1367, 1385, 231 USPQ 81, 94 (Fed. Cir. 1986), cert. denied, 480 U.S. 947 (1987). In addition, the use of modifiers such as "generally" and "substantially" in the claims does not obscure the claims. Seattle Box Co. v. Industrial Crating & Packing, Inc., 731 F.2d 818, 828-29, 221 USPQ 568, 575-76 (Fed.

In addition, the generic and conventional meaning of terms such as "substantially" includes " reasonably close to: approximately, approximately, approximately " Frye, Appeal no. 2009-006013, 94 USPQ2d 1072, 1077, 2010 See WL 889747 (B.P.A.I. 2010) litigation. Depending on its usage, the word "substantially" may represent one of a language of approximate language or size. Deering Precision Instruments, L.L.C. v. ("The double general meaning of the term [" substantially "] is to be taken to encompass terms of approximate terms or sizes", "Vector Distribution Sys., Inc., 347 F.3d 1314, 1323 (Fed. ). Here, when referring to the definition of "substantially intermediate ", the specification uses the word" approximately "as a substitution for the word" substantially "(fact 4). (Fact 4). Thus, the general meaning of "substantially intermediate" is that it is reasonably close to or nearly at the midpoint between the foremost point of the top or outsole and the bottom point of the top or bottom window.

Similarly, the term " substantially "is well recognized as having a dual general meaning that encompasses approximate terms or approximate terms in case law. Dana Corp. v. American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc., Civ. 1116, 2004 US App.Lexis 18265, * 13-14 (Fed.Cir.Aug 27, 2004) (Unpublished) The term "substantially" is generally used by claimants to express approximations (See, for example, "Patents ", by which the thickness of the wall surface is " substantially uniform " The term " substantially " as used in this context indicates an approximation, therefore, the walls must be predominantly or approximately uniform in thickness. "); Also available from Deering Precision Instruments, LLC v. Vector Distribution Sys., Inc., 347 F.3d 1314, 1322 (Fed. Cir. 2003), Epcon Gas Sys., Inc. v. Bauer Compressors, Inc., 279 F.3d 1022, 1031 (Fed. , The term "substantially" is used in the patents-in-suit claims: "substantially uniform wall thickness" has been used in such a manner that represents wall thickness with approximately uniformity .

It should also be noted that as contemplated in the foregoing, the adjective explicitly delimits the scope of the claims, as " generally parallel " does not extend the meaning of " generally " Thus, it is to be understood that such approximate words as contemplated in the foregoing (e.g., the phrase 'generally parallel') envisage a certain amount of deviation from perfection (for example, And that these approximate words as discussed above are well-established descriptive terms commonly used in the patent claims to avoid strict numerical bounds on the specified parameters. To this extent, the plain language of the claims which rely on these approximate words as discussed in the foregoing is clear and not to be contradicted by any of the explanations herein or any of the figures herein, It is inappropriate to rely on the description, drawings, or history of the subject matter herein to add limitations to any of the claims of the invention with respect to these approximate words. That is, under these circumstances, it is not permissible to rely on the description and litigation history described to deny the general and customary meanings of the words themselves. For example, Liquid Dynamics Corp. v. Vaughan Co., 355 F.3d 1361, 69 USPQ2d 1595, 1600-01 (Fed. The plain language of verse 2 calls for "substantial helical flow." The term "substantial" is a meaningful modifier that suggests "approximate" Cordis Corp. v. In Medtronic AVE, Inc., 339 F.3d 1352, 1361 (Fed. Cir. 2003), district courts have given precise numerical constraints on the term "substantially uniform thickness". We believe that a proper interpretation of this term is "mainly or roughly uniform thickness" unless something in the course of the application imposes a "clear and unequivocal waiver" required to narrow it beyond this simple-linguistic interpretation Pay attention. Anchor Wall Systems v. Id. At 1311. Similarly, the plain language of claim 1 is (as a logical consequence of only requiring a completely spiral flow) Lt; / RTI > does not require any of the precise spiral flow or flow returning to the exact center after one cycle.

The reader should appreciate that, when implicit terms of approximate terms or sizes, the case law generally recognizes the dual general meaning of these approximate words, as discussed above; For example, Deering Precision Instruments, L.L.C. v. Vector Distrib. Sys., Inc., 347 F.3d 1314, 68 USPQ2d 1716, 1721 (Fed. Cir. 2003), cert. denied, 124 S.Ct. 1426 (2004), where the court was asked to interpret the meaning of the term "substantially" in the patent claims. See also Epcon, 279 F.3d at 1031 ("The term 'substantially constant' refers to an approximate language, while the phrase 'substantially below' means a language of magnitude, "). Also, for example, Epcon Gas Sys., Inc. v. Bauer Compressors, Inc., 279 F.3d 1022 (Fed. Cir. 2002) (interpreting the terms "substantially constant" and "substantially below"); Zodiac Pool Care, Inc. v. Hoffinger Indus., Inc., 206 F.3d 1408 (Fed. Cir. 2000) (interpreting the term "substantially inward"); York Prods., Inc. v. Cent. Tractor Farm & Family Ctr., 99 F.3d 1568 (Fed. Cir. 1996) (translating the term "substantially its full height"); Tex. Instruments Inc. v. See Cypress Semiconductor Corp., 90 F.3d 1558 (Fed. Cir. 1996) (which translates to the term "substantially in common plane"). In carrying out their analysis, the courts have instructed the practitioner to start with the general meaning of the claim terms (Prima Tek, 318 F.3d at 1148.). References to our dictionaries and our cases indicate that the term "substantially" has a number of general meanings. As the district court has stated, "substantially" may mean "considerably" or "considerably." The term "substantially" may also mean "primarily" or "essentially" (Webster's New 20th Century Dictionary 1817 (1983)).

As discussed above, approximate words may be used in phrases that set approximate ranges or limits, where endpoints are not exact but are inclusive and approximate; For example, AK Steel Corp. v. See also Sollac, 344 F.3d 1234, 68 USPQ2d 1280, 1285 (Fed. Cir. 2003), where the court stated that the general meaning of the phrase "up to about 10%" includes the "about 10% I have decided to do it. As pointed out by the AK Steel case, when the object of the preposition "to" is non-numerical, the most natural meaning is to exclude the object (for example, painting a wall to the door). On the other hand, as pointed out by the Sollac case, if the object is a numerical limit, the general meaning is to include a numerical upper bound (for example, counting up to 10, seating capacity for up to 7 passengers). Here, since we have the numerical limit - "about 10%" - the general meaning is that the end point is included.

In this specification and in the claims, as noted above, the object of using these approximate words is to be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to be used by Pall Corp. v. Micron Separations, Inc., 66 F.3d 1211, 1217, 36 USPQ2d 1225, 1229 (Fed. Cir. 1995) , It is well established that when the term "substantially" is used to reasonably describe a subject so that its scope is understood by persons of the technical field of the present invention and to distinguish the claimed content from the prior art, it is well established that it is not unclear "He said. Similarly, Verve LLC v. Crane Cams Inc., 311 F.3d 1116, 65 USPQ2d 1051, 1054 (Fed. Cir. In order to illustrate the minor modifications that may be appropriate to protect the present invention, expressions such as "substantially" are used in the patent documents when guaranteed by the nature of the invention. This phrase is 35 U.S.C. It may well fulfill the obligation to "specifically address and claim" the invention of §112 and may in fact be necessary to provide the inventor with the benefit of his invention. Andrew Corp. v. Gabriel Elecs. Inc., 847 F.2d 819, 821-22, 6 USPQ2d 2010, 2013 (Fed. Cir. 1988), the court noted that utterances such as "substantially identical" and "very close" And can contribute to explain the invention with appropriate precision for the technique. Again, the court ruled that Ecolab Inc. v. In U. S. Envirochem, Inc., 264 F.3d 1358, 1367, 60 USPQ2d 1173, 1179 (Fed.Cir. 2001), the term "about" is used to avoid a strict numerical boundary Quot; is an explanatory term commonly used in the patent claims for " v. Refer to Envirochem Inc., 264 F.3d 1358, 60 USPQ2d 1173, 1179 (Fed. Cir. 2001), where the use of the term "substantially" to modify the term "uniform" But does not make it unclear that there is no means to ensure the scope of the claims.

Similarly, other courts have indicated that the similar term " about "and the term" substantially "are descriptive terms commonly used in the patent claims to avoid strict numerical bounds on designated parameters; For example, Pall Corp. v. See Micron Seps., 66 F.3d 1211, 1217, 36 USPQ2d 1225, 1229 (Fed. For example, Andrew Corp. v. Gabriel Elecs. See also "Approach to each other," "near," "substantially the same," and "very close" to each other, refer to F.2d 819, 821-22, 6 USPQ2d 2010, 2013 (Fed. Are commonly used in patent claims, and these utterances, when reasonably attributed to those skilled in the art of the field of the invention and to distinguish what is claimed from the prior art, And is recognized by the courts). In this case, "substantially" avoids stringent 100% nonuniformity boundaries.

Indeed, as discussed above, the foregoing allowance of these approximate words was established earlier in 1939 and, referring to the party Mallory case, 52 USPQ 297, 297 (Pat. Off .Bd. The court stated that "the examiner asserted that most of the claims were inaccurate because the fluid film was not obviously totally removed. The claims state that the film is" substantially "removed for the intended purpose, , So we see that the claims can be regarded as sufficiently accurate. " Similarly, In re Hutchison, 104 F.2d 829, 42 USPQ 90, 93 (CCPA 1939), the court concluded that "a significant distance" is a relative, somewhat ambiguous term or phrase, It is understood that the verses are not uncommon in patents in cases where the meaning can be determined with reasonable certainty, depending on the technical field involved ".

Thus, for at least the above-mentioned reason, Applicants are of the opinion that it is inappropriate for any examiner to evaluate any claim of this patent using any approximate words as obscure.

Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. Although preferred methods, techniques, devices, and materials have been described, any methods, techniques, devices, or materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of the present invention . It should be understood that the structures described herein also refer to functional equivalents of such structures. The invention will now be described in detail with reference to embodiments of the same as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

From the reading of this disclosure, other variations and modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art. These variations and modifications may involve other features and equivalents well known in the art, which may be used instead of or in addition to the features already described herein.

Although the claims in this application are formulated with specific combinations of features, whether or not this is related to the same invention as currently claimed in any claim, and whether or not this alleviates some or all of the same technical problems as the present invention It should be understood that the scope of the disclosure of the present invention also encompasses any novel combination of features or features disclosed herein, either explicitly or implicitly, or a generalization thereof.

Certain aspects of the invention, which are described in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, for brevity, the various features described in the context of a single embodiment may also be provided separately or in any suitable subcombination. Applicants hereby provide notice that new claims are formulated with these features and / or combinations of these features for the duration of the filing of the present application or any additional application derived therefrom.

References to "one embodiment "," one embodiment ", "exemplary embodiment "," various embodiments, "" some embodiments," While the embodiment (s) of the present invention may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, it is to be understood that not every possible embodiment of the present invention necessarily includes a particular feature, structure, or characteristic. In addition, it should be noted that the repeated use of the phrase " in one embodiment "or" in the exemplary embodiment ", "one embodiment" does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, Also, any use of the phrases such as "embodiments" in connection with the "present invention " is not meant to characterize that all embodiments of the present invention should include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, , &Quot; at least some embodiments of the invention "in this specification are to be understood to be inclusive of the stated features, structures, or characteristics.

References to "user" or any similar term when used herein may refer to its human or non-human user. Also, as used herein, the term "user", or any similar term, is intended to encompass all types of information, including but not limited to, direct user (s), intermediate user (s), indirect user Quot; are considered to mean users at any stage of the use process, including the " user " As used herein, the meaning of "user", or any similar terminology, is used herein to describe any embodiment, instance, example, or any pattern (s) of the referenced conventional art which may or may not be provided in the present patent Be otherwise inferred or not derived.

Reference to an "end user", or any similar term, as used herein, is generally intended to refer to a later stage user (s), as opposed to an initial stage user (s). It is therefore contemplated that there can be a variety of different types of "end users" near the end of the use process. In connection with the distribution channels of embodiments of the present invention, where applicable, and particularly including its consumed retail products / services (as opposed to vendors / vendors or original equipment manufacturers), the term " Examples include, but are not limited to, interaction with or use of some aspects of the present invention, such as "consumer", "buyer", "customer", "buyer", "shopper", " And may include individual persons or non-personages who enjoy the benefit directly or indirectly in any manner.

In some situations, some embodiments of the present invention may provide beneficial use for two or more use steps or types within the above-described use process. In such cases where a plurality of embodiments aimed at various stages of the use process are described, references to "end user ", or similar terms as used herein, are generally used in the above described use process, But is intended to exclude users who are removed the farthest away from the last user in one embodiment thereof.

When applicable, and in particular with respect to the retail distribution channels of embodiments of the present invention, the intermediate user (s) may be, without limitation, sales, bending, initial equipment manufacturing, marketing, promotion, distribution, Or any other person or non-human thing that enjoys any benefit in any manner, directly or indirectly, from interaction with, or in connection with, some aspects of the invention.

References to "person", "person", "human", "party", "animal", "creature", or any similar terminology, as used herein, Or participating in any way by any living entity in connection with making, using, and / or participating in any manner with the embodiments of the invention By way of example, and not limitation, these are performed by suitably configured non-biological entities including automation machines, robots, humanoids, computer systems, information processing systems, artificial intelligence systems, and the like It is to be understood that such characterization is only exemplary and non-limiting in that it is contemplated that such features may be substituted. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that such live makers, users, and / or participants using embodiments of the present invention, in whole or in part, may be used by those non-biotic makers, users, and / It is additionally considered that it will readily recognize actual situations that may be replaced by participants. Similarly, those skilled in the art will appreciate that such live makers, users, and / or participants using embodiments of the present invention, in whole or in part, Users, and / or participants who use embodiments of the present invention in light of the teachings of the present invention, as they perceive these practical situations that may be substituted for, Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > embodiment < / RTI > Accordingly, the present invention therefore also encompasses all such modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of such adaptation examples and modifications to such non-biological entities, at least in part.

The headings provided herein are for convenience only and are not to be taken as limiting the present disclosure in any way.

The listed list of items does not imply that all or any of the items are mutually exclusive unless expressly stated otherwise.

It should be understood that the use of specific components, devices, and / or parameter names is exemplary only and is not meant to imply any limitation on the present invention. Thus, the present invention may be implemented with different nomenclature / terminology as used herein to describe, but not limited to, mechanisms / units / structures / components / devices / parameters. Each term used herein is given to provide its broadest interpretation in the given context in which the term is used.

Terms. The following paragraphs provide definitions and / or context for the terms found in this disclosure (including the appended claims).

"Containing". These terms are open. When used in the appended claims, such terms do not exclude additional structures or steps. Consider a claim that refers to a " memory controller that includes a system cache ... ". These claims do not preclude that the memory controller includes additional components (e. G., Memory channel units, switches).

"Configured to". Various units, circuits, or other components may be described or claimed as "configured to " perform tasks or tasks.

 In these contexts, " configured to "or" operable to "means that the mechanisms / units / circuits / components are configured to perform tasks or tasks (e.g., Or mechanisms) that are used to refer to structures. As such, the mechanisms / unit / circuit / component may be configured to perform a task even when the specified mechanisms / unit / circuit / component is not currently operating (e.g., even when not in the on state) Can be called). The mechanisms / units / circuits / components used in conjunction with the language "configured to" or "operable for" include hardware- e.g., mechanisms, structures, electronics, A memory for storing program instructions executable to implement the operations, and the like. Describing a mechanism / unit / circuit / component as " configured to "or" operable to "perform one or more tasks obviously requires a 35 USC. sctn.112, clause 6 is not intended to apply. "Configured to" may also include adapting a manufacturing process to manufacture devices or components adapted to perform or implement one or more tasks.

Based on. As used herein, such terms are used to describe one or more factors that affect crystals. These terms do not exclude additional factors that can affect crystals. That is, the decision may be based solely on these factors, or may be based, at least in part, on these factors. Consider the phrase "determine A based on B." Although B may be a factor affecting the decision of A, it does not rule out that these verses are also based on C in A's decision. In other cases, A may be determined based solely on B.

The terms "work" and "above " refer to" one or more "unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Unless otherwise indicated, all numbers expressing the conditions, concentrations, dimensions, etc. used in the specification and claims are to be understood as being modified in all instances by the term "about ". Accordingly, unless indicated to the contrary, the numerical parameters set forth in the following specification and attached claims are approximations that may vary depending, at least in part, on a particular analytical technique.

The word " comprising "or " comprising" and synonyms "comprising" does not exclude inclusive or open, additional, or unspoken elements or method steps. "Comprising" is a descriptive term used in the claim language, which means that the named claim element is intrinsic, but that other claim elements can be added and still form an entity that is within the scope of the claims.

As used herein, the phrase "consisting of" excludes any element, step, or raw material not specified in the claims. When the phrase "consisting of" (or variations thereof) appears in a provision of the text of a claim, rather than immediately after the preamble, it limits only that element described in that clause; Other elements are not excluded from the claims as a whole. As used herein, the phrase "consisting essentially of" limits the scope of the claims to those elements or method steps plus those that do not substantially affect the basis of the claimed content and the novel feature (s) .

With respect to the terms "comprising," "consisting of," and "consisting essentially of," where one of these three terms is used herein, Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > terms. ≪ / RTI > Thus, in some embodiments not expressly stated otherwise, any instance of "comprising" may be replaced by " consisting of, " or alternatively "consisting essentially of. &Quot;

Devices or system modules communicating at least generally with one another do not need to be in continuous communication with each other unless explicitly stated otherwise. In addition, devices or system modules communicating at least generally with one another can communicate directly or indirectly via one or more intermediaries.

The description of an embodiment having several components in communication with each other does not imply that all such components are required. In contrast, various optional components are described to illustrate a wide variety of possible embodiments of the present invention.

As is well known to those skilled in the art, a number of prudent considerations and trade-offs typically must be made when designing for any system, especially for the optimal production of commercial implementations of embodiments of the present invention. Commercial implementations consistent with the teachings and teachings of the present disclosure may be configured according to the needs of a particular application, thereby providing any aspect (s), feature (s) of teachings (S), function (s), result (s), component (s), approach (s), or step (s) Included, adapted, mixed, matched, combined, or improved and / or optimized by those skilled in the art using the techniques and techniques known in the art.

It is to be understood that any exact measurements / dimensions or specific constituent materials set forth herein are provided solely as examples of suitable configurations and are not intended to be in any way limiting. Depending on the needs of a particular application, one of ordinary skill in the art will readily recognize the details of various alternative implementations in light of the following teachings.

One embodiment of the present invention may provide an efficient and environmentally friendly system for harnessing energy from a weight or pressure exerted on the system by means of naturally moving masses such as, but not limited to wind and water have. Such systems include, but are not limited to, fast moving masses including, without limitation, waterfalls, rivers, torrents, and gusts; But are not limited to, slow moving masses including, but not limited to, algae, open currents, slow-moving rivers, and breeze, and, It is believed that it may be possible to implement and apply for various global scenarios such as moving masses. Another aspect of some embodiments may be the ability to function as a driving force or to supply it for large scale versions of linear or tubular style generators for large quantities of energy production. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may be designed as a mover system for a linear or tubular generator with tunnels constructed as tubular stators including copper windings, carriages can act as mobbers for moving the permanent magnets back and forth in the tubular stators similar to a Faraday flashlight. Other aspects of some embodiments may be the ability to generate clean and storable energy in the form of pressure within water storage systems such as dams or large accumulator systems. One type of such accumulator systems can be large, weighted, fixed to the earth, submerged chamber, or tethered to the water at the bottom and open to water and closed on the top. The chamber may have fittings for air delivery piping at the top as well as suitable fittings for subsequent connection to piping for transferring air from a large air compressor driven by the system. This chamber will be filled with water through the bottom opening. As the chamber is charged with air from the compressor, the water in such a chamber will be replaced. Under pressure from water, this can produce a large amount of air volume under pressure, which can be used to drive the devices when desired. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may create a pressure large enough to be stored as hydraulic or pneumatic, or may pump water to fill a dam to be used on demand. In addition, some embodiments may provide a device that is self-actuating with minimal hardware and positive and negative controllable motion.

1 is a side perspective view of an exemplary energy harnessing system 101 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 1A, 1B and 1C illustrate an exemplary pulley system for an energy harnessing system according to an embodiment of the invention. FIG. 1A is a top view of a pulley system, FIG. 1B is a side perspective view of a pulley system in a disassembled state, and FIG. 1C illustrates exemplary cable guides. In this embodiment, the system 101 includes two (2) framed flexible drogue-type energy collectors 105 (not shown) for capturing energy from moving masses such as, but not limited to wind or water As a closed channel reciprocating de-log and tunnel-style energy harvesting system. System 101 is illustrated through use in horizontal moving mass of water 110. The system 101 may harness the energy present in the moving water 110 and convert this energy into a strong rotating work force, which may include, but is not limited to, rotating generators, transmissions, transaxles, To drive a variety of devices such as wind turbines, cases, pressure and vacuum pumps, compressors, gear boxes, turbines, and external linear generators, or to drive a housing and mover system for linear and tubular style generators, It is contemplated that this can be used to function.

Systems in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention may be used in a variety of applications including, but not limited to, industrial applications, such as, but not limited to, the use of existing power generation plants that typically pump water from natural resources such as ponds, lakes, Or exhaust systems, artificial sources such as emissions from cooling systems, or gases originating from natural sources such as, but not limited to, geysers or volcanoes, steam, wind, wind, And may be used to harness energy from a variety of suitable moving masses, including but not limited to. In addition, those skilled in the art will readily recognize that some embodiments may be implemented in numerous applications in accordance with and in view of the teachings of the present invention. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may include tidal dams, tidal aisles, breakwaters, bridges, open ocean currents and winds, oil rigs, sea or land wind farm areas fixed or floating on the ground, Can be implemented at any desired depth within a desired height or water column in a river, rivers, streams, algae, skyscrapers and skyscrapers, windy plains (plains) and bays, have. Other alternative embodiments may also be installed in high rise buildings with a rotating wind wind collector on the roof to send masses flowing into vertically installed tunnels. In a non-limiting example, clean air discharge from such installations can be used to ventilate lower level parking lots or basements. Further, some embodiments may be implemented as a plurality of unit systems, or single unit systems, arranged side by side or one after the other, or both. In addition, some embodiments may be implemented as portable units. For example, to harness wind and hydraulic power, such as, but not limited to, wind-driven sailboats and windsurfers, water-based locations, such as creeks, rivers, oceans, etc., Or the system may be pulled along the back of the boat in water or the system may be anchored in the bay or may be in a variety of different types of vessels, May be installed behind structures or vehicles in the air. Another example of mobility may be that a complete system can be carried within cruise ships that can be deployed in emergency situations. Some mobility systems may be located in remote locations, for example, in the middle of a sea deployed behind stranded ocean liner stranded to drive an onboard generator, or in a third world region . Large systems can also be installed on ships where they can be anchored or driven in a windy location or where appropriate ocean currents can also be utilized. Another alternative embodiment is to convert the energy from the tunnels themselves as a linear or tubular style generator. The tunnels can be made to integrate the stators and windings, the carriers can integrate the permanent magnets, and these collectors and carriers can be moved back and forth in the tunnels to create electricity. Other alternative embodiments may require built-in loads to achieve the best performance. When a friction brake is used, it can generate energy from heat.

In this embodiment, in order to capture the energy of the moving mass of the water 110, the system 101 includes two (2) frame-type drogue style energy collectors 105. The collectors 105 may be interconnected by a cable and pulley system 113. This cable and pulley system includes a cable pulley 115, which can be mounted on platform 120 and driven by cable 125. [ The cables for such systems may or may not be push-pull style cables of two roundly loosely coupled parts (2), which may include one (1) Respectively. The outer cable for this embodiment not only houses the inner cable but also uses it as a load-bearing cable as it will carry any load from the collectors to the pulley. In this embodiment, the inner cable will be used as a trigger cable. The trigger cable will transmit triggering or activation of the actuators from one actuator to another. In this particular embodiment, the inner cable will be used only for pulling, not for pushing during operation. Locking collar 215 may be used to hold the inner cable in a tightened position to prevent the inner cable from being pushed into and jammed into the outer cable during assembly. In other embodiments, the inner cable may be used for pushing, pulling, or both. In other embodiments, an internal cable may or may not be present, and an external hollow cable may be electrically and electrically powered from one actuator, either hydraulically or pneumatically, via other electronic or pneumatic style actuators To < / RTI > These system cables may be made of a number of shapes, sizes, materials, and lengths, and may be any combination of the following. These cables include, but are not limited to, circular, flat, square, octagonal, hexagonal, serrated, spline-shaped, with spaced holes or pins or with an external trigger cable instead of one in the other splined, ribbed, or the like. In a non-limiting example, the external trigger cable may be routed side by side to the external cable and may enter the external cable at the desired location. Such cables may be made of a number of materials, such as, but not limited to, nylon, metal, plastic, graphene, composites, rubber, etc., or a combination of materials. The cables may be constructed of beads of various shapes internally or externally on each cable, or low friction devices such as sleeves, rollers, rings, etc., to reduce any cable to cable friction May not be configured. In further embodiments, the outer cable may be reinforced against heavy loads, including an inner low friction lining, such as nylon, to reduce external cable to inner cable friction. The pulley 115 may be a simple pulley matched with the cable 125 and fitted very closely for traction. In alternate embodiments, the pulley may be used to assist in smooth transitioning between collectors, such as, but not limited to, on a flywheel of a transmission or gearbox, particularly when used to change from bi- And may include weighted load balancers or counter balancers to assist with inertial purposes or tuning. Without limitation, they may or may not be used for varying or variable loads. Without limitation, other embodiments may implement traction aids. It is contemplated that various suitable pulley types and materials may be used in some alternative embodiments including, but not limited to, mobile pulley systems and composite pulley systems. In this embodiment, the pulley system can be made of, but not limited to, plastics, metals, wood, composites, and the like. In this embodiment, the pulley 115 typically serves as a transfer point to enable the energized energy from the moving water 110 to be converted into mechanical rotational energy for driving the pump, generator, etc. . In some embodiments, the pulleys may be directly connected to a device that is driven to achieve the desired results, or may drive devices or devices through belts, chains, gears, or through a transmission or gearbox . In some embodiments, the pulley system may be embedded directly in the driven device. In this embodiment, the pulley 115 can be pulled in all two rotational directions, one direction at a time, by reciprocating the cable 125. A pulley system including pulley 115, platform 120, cable guard 121 and cable guides 122 may provide a "U " shape around pulley 115, Can typically be routed to enable each energy collector 105 to be pulled mainly in the same direction. In some embodiments, the guard 121 may be positioned around the pulley 115, which can help guide the cable as well as protect the cable and the pulley. Some embodiments may also include cable guards with cables to pulley slip-prevention devices, such as rollers, for limiting the cable tightly on the pulley, without limitation. Some embodiments may also include various cable guides and brackets 122 for guiding the cable around the pulley and throughout the system. It is contemplated that the design of these cable guides and brackets 122 may vary greatly from application to application and may be made from a variety of different materials. For example, and without limitation, they may be designed to incorporate cable tensioners similar to automatic style belt tensioners, if desired. In this embodiment, most of the pulley system hardware is mounted on or near the platform 120. In addition, the platform 120 may be attached to a fixed object, such as, but not limited to, anchored vessel or similar structure, which also holds the system 101 in a fixed position within the moving water 110, May be designed to be mountable in a variety of applications, for example, but not limited to, in rivers, tidal areas, rivers, on windy areas, on moving vehicles or on ships.

In the present embodiment, the energy collectors 105 can self-expand and self-collapse, which means that when and how the collectors 105 engage with the moving water 110 May be enabled to be controlled with respect to whether the energy collectors 105 are separated. Actuators 130 attached to energy collectors 105 may provide a means for collapsing collectors 105 and may also provide a means for the expansion of collectors 105. The actuator is illustrated using the example of Figs. 2A and 2B. The actuators 130 typically move with the collectors 105 in the tunnels 135 which cause the influence of the actuator actuators 103 located in the collar 102 in the front of the tunnels 135 To enable both collectors to perform opposing self-cycling actions. One of the collectors 105 can be opened while the other collectors 105 can be collapsed and the actuators 130 can be moved to a position where the collectors 105 move 110 to control the collectors 105 to automatically open and close in an alternating manner. Thus, the collectors 105 can pull the cable 125 around the pulley 115 in a reciprocating manner. For example, and not by way of limitation, the cable 125 may be pulled in one direction by one collector 105, while the opposite end of the cable 125 may shrink the other collector 105 at the same time . Once the cable 125 reaches the end of its permitted movement, i.e., when one of the actuators reaches the actuator activator, the actuators 130 will be actuated by the actuator activator 103. As the remaining tension on the outer cable, the kinetic energy of the pulley and the pressure on the open collector are unloaded, while the inner cable is stopped and the operation of both collectors will complete the operating cycle. This action can collapse the open collector 105 and open the opposed collapsed collector 105, which typically causes the cable 125 to be pulled in the opposite direction, which reverses the pulley 115 Shrink the opposing collector. The pressure on the open collector is reflected on the inner tube and cable and is transferred to the inner tube of the opposing collector, which holds this collapsed collector in a retrievable inverted configuration. Continuously alternating the shape of the collectors 105 typically requires the collectors 105 to pull the cable 125 back and forth with a force generally measurable without requiring an external power source, 115) to rotate back and forth.

The energy collectors 105 may function within the tunnels 135 with one collector 105 within each tunnel 135 which is typically the system 101 It may be possible to function as a closed channel system. The tunnels 135 can not only protect the collectors 105 but also guide the collectors 105. The tunnels 135 may also help prevent the collectors 105 from becoming entangled with each other and from being trapped on structures or debris within the moving water 110. The tunnels 135 can also control the flow and maintain the pressure on the collectors 105. Tunnels 135 may also house actuators 130 and actuator activators 103 within tunnel collar 102. [ The energy collectors 105 may stroke back and forth within the tunnels 135 similar to the pistons in the cylinders of this (2) stroke engine having a power stroke on each cycle. In tunnel style linear generators, it is considered that every stroke of magnets in each direction in each tunnel can be regarded as a power stroke, thus causing two (2) simultaneous power strokes on each stroke with a small parasitic loss do. The flexible tunnels 135 can be attached to the rigid collars 102 and are typically attached to the platform 120 or water in moving water 110 to enable submersion, Tethered to the desired distance to the other fixed object. These rigid collars 102 also include actuator actuators 103 that trigger the actuators 130 in this system. Tunnels 135 can help send energy collectors 105 to any desired location. For example, and not by way of limitation, the tunnels 135 may be configured such that the tunnels 135 and collectors 105 are rotated about the platform 120 to utilize changes in the direction in which the water 110 is moving. And the like. In other embodiments, the tunnels can be mounted in the underground scenario with a rotating mass collector at a fixed location or above ground. These rotating mass collectors can also be remotely located and can supply collectors through tunnels routed in any desired configuration. In the present embodiment, the tunnels 135 are illustrated using an example of a cylinder shape. However, it is contemplated that in some embodiments the tunnels may be implemented with various appropriate shapes and sizes. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may include tunnels having octagonal, hexagonal, rectangular, or triangular cross-sections, and the like. Other embodiments include but are not limited to various shapes including conical tunnels, spherical or semi-spherical tunnels, decorative shapes, curved shapes, venturi shapes, semi-flexible or semi- But are not limited to, suction or discharge diverter doors, funneling devices, suction capture devices, discharge doors, buoyancy devices, debris deflectors, control, or improve the flow of moving mass including deflectors, spiral flow devices, flow restriction or control devices, break away or system unloading devices, screens, Or accessories for sending, receiving, capturing, or sending information. The tunnels may also incorporate more than two actuator actuators, actuators, or collectors. In another alternative embodiment, the tunnels may be mounted in a vertical position. This version can incorporate a rotating mass collector to send the flow into the tunnels. These rotating mass collectors may always be steered or not steered by the mass itself to engage the mass. These types of tunnel systems may also be used to benefit from turbine style generator systems, such as multiple inline wind or water turbine assemblies, with or without a rotating mass collector 710.

In this embodiment, many of the elements of the system 101 that are exposed to the mass can be made of materials that are almost naturally buoyant and resistant to corrosion, such as plastics, nylons, pvc, deqrons, and the like. Other corrosion resistant materials that may be used are rubber, brass, copper, epoxies, composites, wood, aluminum and stainless steel. In some embodiments, some or all of the components of system 101 may include, but are not limited to, lubricated, printed, or coated with various types of materials to improve performance or to prevent corrosion Or not. In addition, the present embodiment can be applied to any small foam pieces that can be added if it is desired to help achieve a balanced natural buoyancy effect across the actuators 130 and collectors 105 Or other buoyant materials. This will prevent the returning collector 105 and the actuator 130 from being excessively dragged inside the tunnel 135. Those skilled in the art will appreciate the teachings of the present invention and accordingly, the elements in the systems according to some embodiments may be implemented in a variety of different sizes and with a variety of suitable materials such as, , Can be made of various metals, fabrics, foams, woods, nylons, composites, graphene, and the like.

2A and 2B illustrate an exemplary actuator for an energy harnessing system according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2A is a side perspective view of an actuator, and FIG. 2B is a side perspective view of an actuator in a disassembled state. In the present embodiment, the actuator comprises three (3) tubes of different sized diameter, which can be one tube assembled in another tube and can slide back and forth coaxially along each other. The inner tube 201 has a minimum diameter, which may be a rigid hollow tube or a hollow rod. The inner tube 201 includes a vertical hole 205 that can be threaded near one end into which a pin or thread 210 may be inserted or threaded. Alternatively, the fins can be made as part of the inner tube rather than being inserted into the hole in the inner tube. It is also contemplated that some embodiments may include various and different types and numbers of protrusions other than the pins such as, but not limited to, flat plates, knobs, nails, screws, do. This inner tube may contain more pins than one (1) pin. In the present embodiment, two (2) locking collar 215 can be attached to the opposite end of the inner tube 201 having set screws. The locking collar 215 may be used to adjust the coaxial position of the energy collector that may be installed on the inner tube 201. Some alternative embodiments may include more than two (2) locking colors. Other alternative embodiments may be implemented with a variety of different means for coordinating functions for attaching energy collectors to the inner tube 201 of the actuators of Figures 2a and 2b. For example, and not by way of limitation, and in some embodiments, the inner tube 201 may be formed by threading or unthreading the energy collector at different locations along the tube, as needed, May be threaded along its entire length or a portion thereof so that it can be threaded or otherwise adjusted on the tube. In some such embodiments, the energy collector may be implemented without threads and may instead be held in place on the tube by a threaded fastener that can be positioned along the tube on each side. have. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the teachings of the present invention should be taken into consideration and thus include, but are not limited to, split pins, cotter pins, clamps, threaded fittings, threaded tubes and spreaders, It will be readily appreciated that a variety of suitable means, such as adjustable or buckling linkages, instead of codes, can be used to adjustably connect the energy collectors to the actuators. When all the optimal measurements are achieved, adjustments can be made permanently, or it is possible for the system to be made permanent without the need for an adjustable device.

The tube lengths, diameters, and materials may vary depending on the type and shape of the desired collectors and the distance of travel required to achieve the desired performance of the intended collector. In a non-limiting example, the collector is a diameter of thirty six (36) inches with a standard deogeomed dome. The approximate tube lengths consist of 45½ inches of inner tubes, 35½ inches of middle tubes, and 30½ inches of outer tubes.

The tube lengths may be determined by the movement required to achieve the best performance of the collectors. The amount of movement can be calculated by measuring the distance that the center of the collector must travel from the maximum load position to the minimum resistance position while in the moving mass. The loaded and unloaded positions may be adjusted to achieve the best recoverable and controllable shape for the desired performance and recovery, and may vary from application to application. The amount of such movement can be calculated by assembling a temporary and partial system with the actual collector design intended to be used. It consists of a collector, a spreader, an inner tube, a middle tube, and inner and outer cables. The collector can then be located in the test mass, ie, pool, lake, tide, etc., and the relationship of the internal and external cables can be recorded when the collector is at maximum load conditions. The collector will then record the relationship of the cables when they are also in a condition to achieve the best retractable aerodynamic shape, which is in a state of minimal resistance within the moving mass. The distance from these two measurements will indicate the required slot length in the intermediate tubes. In a non-limiting example, the collector is a standard domed drogue of shoehorn (36 inches) with a calculated slot distance of twenty seven (27) inches. The spreaders are four (4) inches long and the threaded portion for the hollow fitting is one-half inch. If you have four (4) inches for adjustment, the middle tube is 35 inches (35½) inches long. The inner tube length was measured at two (2) inches deep inside the middle tube due to one-half (1/2) inches of threads and half of the inner cable swivels for hollow fittings Start. From here, it will extend through the opposite end of the intermediate tube. Having two tubes in this position the pinhole in the inner tube will be located at the end of the slot closest to the cable end and will determine an approximate starting point for the slot extending from this point towards the collector end of the middle tube . This may be the shortest overall configuration for these two (2) tubes. The inner tube must be long enough to extend through the end of the middle tube and through the hole in the center of the collapsed collector. In the collapsed position, the hole in the center of the collector is three (3) inches from the proximal point of the spreader. The inner tube is 35 inches (35½) inches (2) inches for threads and turns, which is equal to thirty three points (33½) inches from the middle tube to the center hole of the collector plus three (3) inches. (36½) inches plus 10 (10) inches for the same adjustment as the Fourteenth Point (46½) inches. The outer tube extends from the cable end of the intermediate tube hollow connector to a maximum of one (1) inch past the collector in the expanded state from a minimum of one (1) inch past the pin when the actuator is fully assembled. It should be long enough to do it. In this embodiment, the hollow connector on the end of the outer cable will not protrude from within the outer tube at any time. This can ensure that the connector will have access to the full amount of movement desired. With the collector in the collapsed position, the end of the outer tube engaged with the actuator activator engages the first tube with the actuator activator, and the intermediate tube is twenty seven (27) inches in the outer tube without the hollow connector and the actuator activator colliding, Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > (28) < / RTI > inches beyond the cable end of the hollow connector to enable movement of the hollow connector. Simply put, having a test unit in the mass can measure the distance that must be taken to pull the center of the collector from the full load position to the best recoverable position. If all of the fittings, connectors and rotating parts are in place, the correct lengths can be determined and achieved with the adjustable device. The cables and tubes may then be built with or without appropriate measurements, with or without some or all of the adjustable devices. The intermediate tubes may have more than one slot to accommodate the plurality of pins. In other alternative embodiments, the collector ribs can be rigid so long as they can be configured to work together to achieve the opening and closing effects, and the rigid tubes can be flexible, or both can be rigid or flexible have.

In other alternative embodiments, the energy collectors may be attached to the actuator in a non-removable manner. Once the desired performance is achieved, the systems can be built without the need for an adjustable device. In some scenarios it is contemplated that the collectors may be permanently attached to the actuators.

In this embodiment, the hollow intermediate tube 220 then has a larger diameter and includes a cut slot 225 into it in an axial direction that does not extend past each end. Referring to FIG. 2A, when assembled, the slots 225 are typically aligned with the fins 210 of the inner tube 201. The hollow outer tube 230 has a maximum diameter and includes at one end a hole 235 that can also be aligned with the pin 210. The fins 210 may fit tightly within the holes 205 and 235 and loosely fit within the slots 225 so that the tubes 220 remain between the tubes 201 and 230 while the tubes 220 remain connected It is possible to slide back and forth while being held. In this embodiment, the holes 205 and 235 of the inner tube 201 and the outer tube 230 are possible but can be positioned relative to each other to make the longest configuration. The leading ends of the outer tubes 230 may be conical or noncircular, or may consist of conical pieces of various materials, to absorb impacts that engage the activator and aid in retrieval. Some alternative embodiments may be implemented in configurations that are not the longest possible. For example, and not by way of limitation, in some embodiments, holes in the outer tube may be located at different locations of the tube. Some alternative embodiments may not include an outer tube. In these embodiments, the fins on the inner tube may include widened ends to enable the fins to slide along the slots in the middle tube without being separated from the slots. Other alternative embodiments may include, but are not limited to, sliding tubes such as hinged rods, accordion brackets, spring loaded actuators or spreaders, actuators such as hydraulic or pneumatic sliding tube actuators, etc. have. Another alternative embodiment comprises only two (2) tubes; An interior tube, an actuator with only an intermediate tube, and a regular close fitting push-pull style cable with a linearly rigid inner cable for pushing and pulling through an external cable. An actuator activator in such a system may be present behind the forward facing tunnel. Such a system can be designed with or without slots and pins and external tubes. The rigid center tube may extend far enough past the center of the collector when it contacts the rear stop of the tunnel, which will push the center of the collector into the fully collapsed position. The rigid inner cable will transmit these actions to the other actuator, which causes this collector to open in front of its tunnel. The pressure on the center of the open collector can hold the inner cable in this position, thereby holding the returning collector in a recoverable configuration. When the open collector reaches the end of its tunnel, it can first come into contact with the stop, which pushes the center of this collector to the closed position. Thus, a linearly rigid linear cable can push the opposed actuator and collector into the open position, which can restart the cycle. The collector guiding mechanism may align the inner tube with the stop to ensure engagement. Guiding systems include, but are not limited to, implementations of actuator carriers, or by extending the inner tubes far enough through the collectors so that they are always routed through the actuators mounted behind the tunnels so that they can move back and forth within the activator Lt; / RTI > The actuator activator for this embodiment may also be configured to extend from a bracket that loosely fits into or around the inner tube at a predetermined distance to allow collectors to move back and forth without separating the coupling of these rods and tubes Can be designed with a rod or tube. These rods and tubes can slide back and forth one within the other as the collectors move back and forth in the tunnels. When one hits the floor in the other towards the rear of the tunnel, an activation action will take place. For example, and without limitation, the stability of this type of system can take advantage of a high-speed, high-wind version for these applications as a large linear generator. In yet another alternative embodiment, the actuators may function as hydraulic or pneumatic with or without an internal cable. For example, and not limitation, in this type of embodiment, the inner tube may incorporate a piston, the middle tube may incorporate a cylinder, and the outer tube may be used to continuously engage the actuator activator . These hydraulic / pneumatic systems may or may not include valves, ports, and / or seals or any combination thereof to achieve various performance benefits.

In another alternative embodiment, an external trigger cable may be attached and used at the collector center. These trigger cables may or may not enter the external cable at each end as desired. Such a trigger cable may implement an actuator activator located outside the moving mass to activate the actuators if desired. In another alternative embodiment, the system may implement a plurality of actuator actuators for added control or performance. Depending on the system application, various designs of actuator actuators may be required, including but not limited to, wood, plastic, metals, cements, brackets, levers, tube rods, ropes, cables, , Hinges, expandable membranes, and the like.

2C illustrates an exemplary cable system for an energy harnessing system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the actuator 130 may be connected to a cable 125 that engages a pulley 115 as illustrated by the example of FIG. Such a cable may be a loosely fitted push / pull style cable comprising two (2) actual cables, i.e., an inner cable 245 in the outer hollow cable 240. The inner cable is longer than the outer cable so that the inner cable can protrude from both ends of the outer cable. Both the inner cable and the outer hollow cable may include threaded connectors 260 and 250 that may be threaded onto or into the inner tube 201 and intermediate tube 220 of the actuator at each end have. The end of the inner tube 201 near the hole 205 may be attached to the threaded rotary connectors 260 on the inner cable 245 to help prevent the cable from tangling. In some alternate embodiments, the inner tubes of the actuators 130 may include, but are not limited to, ball bearing rotary connectors, non-rotating connectors, set screws, threads, adhesives, clips, And may be attached to the cable using a variety of different means including quick release fittings, etc., similar to air hose connectors. In a hydraulic or pneumatic version, the cable end of the inner tube can be fitted with a much smaller diameter hollow tube, which allows it to move back and forth in the outer cable without leaving the outer cable hollow fitting , It will protrude sufficiently from the inner tube threaded fitting through the outer hollow cable fitting and into the outer cable. Such a minimum diameter tube may be used to seal a seal or O-ring located within an outer cable connector of a hollow hose type to provide a sealable system that may be required for a pressure- Can be used as a surface. In this embodiment, the outer hollow cable may include a hollow threaded hose type connector 250 at each end that may be attached to the end of the intermediate tubes 220. This is the shortest hollowed end of the intermediate tube 220. A longer buckling end will be attached to the spreaders and collectors. In some embodiments, the connectors 250 may be fitted with an inner O-ring or seal against hydraulic or pneumatic style actuators. In some embodiments, a breakaway coupler may be installed on the outer cable. Such a coupler may be used to unload the pressure in the system by allowing both collectors to collapse simultaneously into a retractable position. This can be used as a safety device for unwanted pressure in an emergency or to allow service. In this embodiment, one actuator is typically attached to each end of the cable. When making the cable, the desired amount of movement between the cables is determined according to the design of the collectors to be used first. Then, with both of the hollow connectors 250 installed on the outer cable 240, the inner cable 245 is inserted into the outer cable 240 and the rotary connectors 260 are inserted into the inner cable 240 And cable crimps 265 can be crimped onto it. When accurate measurements are achieved, the inner cable 245 may not hit the floor or hit the floor in the outer cable 240 when one collector is in the desired recoverable configuration. This may not mitigate or mitigate any undesired pressure on the pins and slots for these types of embodiments. The crimps 265 not only complete the rotating assembly but also complete the length of the inner cable. The rotating part and the crimp design can vary depending on the application and can be made of a number of materials: wood, metals, carbon fiber, glass fiber, plastic, composites, Some alternative embodiments may include two (2) separate cables rather than one cable inside the cable.

An actuator according to this embodiment is a push / pull style cable that is triggered by a mechanical stop referred to as actuator actuators 505 and controlled by actuators, illustrated by the example of Figures 5A-6B, May be used as part of a self-activating dual actuator system using two or more energy collectors. The actuators may also serve as expansion and collapse devices for energy collectors. In normal operation, the inner cable of the push / pull cable can be used as a delivery device for delivering activation of the inner and outer open collector actuators to the actuator of the open and pulling collectors, Thereby stopping the open collector. This completes the round trip cycle of the actuators and collectors, and as the new open collector is now drawn into the flowing mass, it will reverse the direction until the cable and the unwinding cycle repeat themselves. The external hollow cable may drive the pulley and deliver the completion of movement of the actuator intermediate tube of the closed collector to the actuator middle tube of the open collector under pressure of the moving mass until the movement of the tubes is complete. The hollow threaded connectors at each end of the outer cable may enable the inner cable to move freely back and forth within the outer cable. Although the inner cable can move back and forth in the outer cable, the rotating parts on the inner cable can not pass through the hollow fittings of the outer cable. This interference fit can be used as a load bearing point for the pressure exerted on the inner cable from the lower end of the open collector while under load. Referring again to Figure 2a, since the outer tube 230 and the inner tube 201 are connected by the fins 210, movement of the outer tube 230 typically causes the inner tube 201 to move correspondingly , While simultaneously moving the inner cable within the outer hollow cable. In addition, as the inner cable moves back and forth in the outer cable, the distance between the end of the inner tube 201 and the end of the middle tube 220 changes. These distances are controlled by the movement of the outer tube 230. The ends of the inner tube 201 and the ends of the outer tube 230 remain the same as two (2) tubes connected through the fins 210. [ Only the intermediate tube 220 slides back and forth while each is between the inner and outer tubes 201 and 230. As the actuators move with the collectors, the cable guides routed through the cable guides and actuator activators 103 as illustrated by way of example in Fig. 1 are drawn, but not limited. The outer tube 230 on the collection collector will first contact the actuator activator located in the front or suction of its tunnel. Through the pin 210, it will also stop the movement of the inner tube 201. As the intermediate tube 220 and the external load carrying cable continue to move under a load of mass, the lever action of the collector framing will cause this collector to expand in front of the tunnel. As the inner cable 201 is stopped, the opposed actuator can begin to collapse this collector in the rear of its opposite tunnel or in the outlet. To deliver this effect to the energy collector, the end of the intermediate tube 220 that is not attached to the outer cable may be fitted with the spreader as illustrated by the example of Figures 3A-3C, And the end of the inner tube 201 not attached to the inner cable can be attached to the center of the energy collector. It is contemplated that the actuator design and function may be similar for both systems and may be configured to capture energy from moving masses of liquid and moving masses of air or gas. Further, the actuators can be sized for each dimension of the application and energy collectors.

Figures 3A-3C illustrate an exemplary spreader for use with an actuator for an energy collector according to an embodiment of the present invention. 3A is a side perspective view. Figure 3b is a schematic front view, and Figure 3c is a schematic rear view. In this embodiment, the spreader comprises eight (8) grooves 301, each groove 301 including a hole 305. [ The number of grooves may depend on the number of codes or linkages from the collectors. The spreader may also be achieved by two (2) locking collars 310, which are illustrated by the example of Figures 2a and 2b, which may enable the spreader to be fixed on the tube of the actuator. Collar 310 may be held in place on the tube by set screws, split pins, cotter pins, clamps, clips, brackets, adhesives, and the like. Alternatively, the collar may be permanently attached to the tube using, for example, but not limited to adhesives or welding. In this embodiment, the spreader is typically fitted on the middle tube of the actuator loosely enough to allow the spreader to rotate on the tube. The spreader can be axially positioned along the intermediate tube using locking collars 310. [ In other embodiments, the spreaders may or may not fit into the intermediate tubes sufficiently loosely to allow the spreader and collector to rotate on the tube. In the typical use of this embodiment, the grooves 301 may hold tubes extending from the energy collector, as illustrated by way of example in Figs. 4A and 4B, and the holes 305 may hold cords extending from the energy collector Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > 430 < / RTI > The spreader may serve as a means for attaching the rigid tubes 435 of the energy collector 401 and the cords 430 to the tubes of the actuator, typically allowing the energy collector to expand and collapse. The cords 430 can be pulled through the holes 305 until the rigid tubes 435 are seated in the grooves 301 of the spreaders and then tied for fixation.

4A-4C illustrate an exemplary energy collector 401 according to one embodiment of the present invention. 4A is a schematic front view of the collector 401. FIG. Figure 4b is a schematic side view of an energy collector 401 connected to an actuator 405 and in an open position and Figure 4c is a schematic side view of an energy collector 401 connected to an actuator 405 and in a closed position. In this embodiment, the collector 401 includes frame-like flexible membranes 410 that may be made of various materials, sizes and shapes for each application. For this exemplary water application, the collector 401 may serve as a piston in an energy harnessing system. The collector 401 can be constructed so that the membrane 410 is mechanically expanded and contracted in a controlled manner. The collector 401 includes a hole 415 at the center for receiving the inner tube 420 of the actuator 405. [ The holes 415 may be sufficiently loosely fit on the inner tube 420 to enable the collector 401 to rotate on the tube 420. In some embodiments, such holes 415 may be reinforced with additional stitching or grommets, for example, to assist in preventing tearing of the membrane, for example and without limitation. In the present embodiment, the axial arrangement of the collector 401 is the same as that described above with reference to Figures 2A and 2B, except that the locking collar (s) on the inner tube 420 215). The point at which the collector 401 is located on the inner tube 420 will be referred to herein as the point of travel 445 and this point typically varies throughout the reciprocating cycle of the collector 401.

4A, the collector 401 includes eight (8) semi-flexible ribs 425 and eight cords 430. In one embodiment, The ribs 425 may be sewn into the collector 401 at points where the cords 430 are attached to the collector 401 from the center of the collector 401 near the hole 415 to the outside. In some alternative embodiments, the ribs may be attached to the membrane with an adhesive rather than being stitched into the membrane. In addition, the ribs may vary in flexibility depending on the application, and may be fully rigid in some embodiments. In this embodiment, the collector 401 also includes eight (8) smaller diameter rigid tubes 435 through which the codes 430 can be routed, 430 can be made substantially rigid. The loose ends of the cords 430 can be pulled through the holes 305 in the spreader 440 and can be bundled, as illustrated by the example of Figures 3A-3C. The grooves in the spreader 440 may allow the rigid tubes 435 to expand and contract while the holes may serve as anchoring points for the cords 430 and the rigid tubes 435. It is possible to design similar devices to achieve the spreading action. They may be adjustable or non-adjustable and may be designed to use standard linkages that may or may not be made of, but are not limited to, metals, plastics, glass fibers, carbon fibers, wood, It is contemplated that the rigid tubes 435 may be fully rigid or may have some degree of flexibility. The relationship between the rigid tubes and the flexible ribs is to achieve a uniform expansion and even distortion of the collectors. These tubes and ribs hold the collector in the optimal configurations for the open and closed configurations of the collectors, which means that every other rib is flexible, and every single tube is rigid, Even if it means any combination, it may be in any configuration for performing it. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate and in light of the teachings of the present invention that in some alternative embodiments the energy collectors may have a variety of suitable shapes and sizes in a wide variety of configurations and different numbers of ribs and codes Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > and / or < / RTI > For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments include square collectors that include four (4) ribs and four (4) cords, each starting at the center of the collector and extending out to the corners of the collector . Other embodiments may be constructed with a frame-like membrane without flexible lips. In some embodiments, such collectors may be of multiple shapes and sizes, and may be made of a variety of designs and materials, including framing. For example, and not by way of limitation, the collectors may be round, square, triangular, rectangular, elliptical, hexagonal, or the like, or the collectors may be constructed of rigid plates hinged together. For example, and without limitation, certain flexible materials may have ribs molded therein to create a shrinking effect similar to those found on undersea and marine floors, or at different rates The thickness or flexibility of the < / RTI > The collecting membranes of the collectors may also be made of a number of different materials or combinations of materials such as nylons, fabrics, plastics, graphene, metals, etc., which mesh materials may or may not be made, Pockets, slits, tails, or fins, etc. may be incorporated to improve performance. In other scenarios, the collectors may collapse into a tubular flange on the outer tube or on the collector end of the intermediate tube to aid in recovery. The collectors can be designed in any shape that can collapse or collapse into a controllable configuration. The motion of the ribs 425 and the tubes 435 initiated by the actuator 405 typically creates a mechanical lever action within the membrane 401. In this embodiment, Each rib 425 and tube 435 of the collector 401 has a triangular shape that shares a common third leg along the inner tube 420 of the actuator 405, It can serve as a leg. Each rigid tube 435 may form one leg of a triangle from the spreader 440 to the ribs 425 and each rib 425 may extend from the rigid tube 435 into the center of the collector 401 It is possible to form another triangle of legs into the hole 415. The third leg of the triangle is formed by the inner tube 420 from the hole 415 to the ends of the rigid tubes 435. The moving point 445 may be located at a point where the inner tube 420 passes through the hole 415. [ As the inner tubes 420 move back and forth in the middle tubes 450 of the actuators 405 the third variable leg which is the distance from the spreader 440 to the moving point 445 changes. This changes all of the angles in all of the triangles placed in the collectors, which causes the expansion and distortion effects. 4B, this distance from the travel point 445 to the spreader 440 can be extended as the inner tube 420 is inflated from the intermediate tube 450, and this collector will expand. 4C, this distance from the travel point 445 to the spreader 440 can be shortened when the inner tube 420 is pulled into the intermediate tube 450, and the collector 401 typically has a It is distorted in an inverted aerodynamic configuration for ease of use.

Figures 5A, 5B, and 5C are perspective views of exemplary tunnels 501 that may be used to house an energy collector for an energy harnessing system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. 5A is a side perspective view of the tunnels 501. FIG. FIG. 5B is a schematic end perspective view of an exemplary fluid flow actuator, and FIG. 5C is a schematic side perspective view of an exemplary fluid flow actuator 505. FIG. Referring to FIG. 5A, in this embodiment, the tunnels 501 can be cylindrical flexible and semi-buoyant. The design of this embodiment implements flexible tunnels, which may require means for securing to actuators as well as tunnels. In some embodiments, these flexible tunnels can be fabric style materials having supports for keeping it open, or it can be collapsible. For work, these tunnels can incorporate a rigid collar in the front end to accommodate the approaching mass and to enable fixing the tunnels to the stationary structure in relation to the moving mass. These colors also enable other accessories, such as, but not limited to, funneling devices, diverter doors, debris deflectors, and the like. In typical use, each of the tunnels 501 houses one energy collector, one actuator, and one actuator activator 505 to control the actuator for the collector. Tunnels 501 can help protect energy collectors and actuators from the environment and create a closed channel system that can help prevent energy collectors from becoming entangled. The tunnels 501 can also provide a nozzle effect that can increase the velocity of the moving mass, which can generate more energy. Additionally, tunnels 501 may enable a user to send energy collectors in a specific direction. Tunnels 501 include, but are not limited to, a variety of different plastics, cement, concrete, wood, carbon fibers, graphene, glass fibers, metals, composites, or fabrics or combinations of the foregoing Which can be made from a variety of suitable materials. Also, in some embodiments the tunnels can be made of a variety of different shapes, and flexible, semi-flexible or rigid. In another embodiment, the tunnels may also incorporate inner rails, guides, or slides to assist and guide the collector carriage, which will support and guide the collectors as they move within the tunnels. In this embodiment, the tunnels 501 can be attached to a fixed object in a moving mass or pulled behind a moving vehicle or ship to obtain data at various speeds.

5B and 5C, an actuator activator 505 may be assembled to fit into the system cable and may include two (2) pieces of flexible material that can be guided through the pulley bracket 522 and the plates 525 with minimum resistance (Not shown), and opposed freewheeling pulleys 510 of the rotor 2. The sides of the actuator actuators on the collector are plates or plates 525 that are configured to allow the cable to pass easily but not the actuator assembly. The plate on the collector side can engage the outer tube of the approaching actuator to activate the actuator and inflate the collector. This may cause the cable and pulley to reverse direction until the opposed actuator is pulled into engagement with the actuator in the opposing tunnel. Other possible activator designs may be, without limitation, brackets, tubes, rods, plates, bars, fins, magnets, membranes, springs, rubber stops, The actuator actuators may be fixed to various positions, for example, but not limited to, either forward or backward of the tunnels, or both, and anywhere between them, as well as on the earth, Lt; / RTI > may be located outside each of the tunnels attached to any structure that is stationary.

6A and 6B illustrate an exemplary energy harnessing system in use in a moving mass 601 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6a is a side perspective view of the system and Figure 6b is a schematic top view of the system. In this embodiment, the system is designed with two (2) part push / pull cables 605 that include an inner cable and an outer cable. The inner cable is obtained by determining the difference in length between the positions of the energy collectors 610 at the maximum pull and minimum resistance and the positions of the collectors 610 when it is the best aerodynamic shape at the time of the collapse It can be made longer than the external cable by a predetermined length. This difference in length can be found by hand or by computer simulations using a physical test assembly. If the optimal dimensions of both the expanded and retracted collectors are previously known, then these dimensions can simply be used to calculate the amount of movement required. Due to the fact that the fluid and air pressures are the same in all directions, the pressure on the expanded collector is reflected in the center cable, which will hold the inner cable in this position until the pressure is relieved. This pressure on the inner cable may be greater than the pins can hold under load for a long period of time so that the cable lengths are adjusted such that the rotating parts on the inner cable are not threaded hollow Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > hose < / RTI > type fitting. The dampening device may be used here to relieve any impacts that can develop, for example, but not limited to, rubber spacers, springs, and the like. This coupling may be possible to absorb pressure while under load, in contrast to this load applied to the pin. This coupling may also be adjustable by the collar on the inner and middle tubes. Because the inner cable is somewhat longer than the outer cable, the end sections of the inner cable may be made rigid, or may be made of a rigid, walled ) May be protected by a shielding tube, which may be connected to the cable end of the rotating portion and extend through a hollow fitting in the intermediate tubes. Once optimal results are obtained, the adjustable device may or may not be removed and each tube may or may not be made as a one-piece molded tube. This travel distance can also be optimized through the adjustable collar on each actuator 615 that adjusts the placement of the movement point of the collector 610 on the inner tube and the placement of the spreader on the middle tube. This difference in length typically ensures that only one collector 610 can be inflated at any point in time while only the other while the other collector 610 is shrunk or shrunk.

In this embodiment, the system is configured such that the pulley system 620 and the cable guides 625 are in a fixed position on the anchored vessel within, for example, but not limited to, water current, Or may be mounted in any manner that allows it to be mounted on structures such as, but not limited to, bridges, piers, piles, or driven vessels, while tunnels 630, The actuators 615, and the collectors 610 may be located within the moving mass 601. The actuators 615, This may enable the system to harness energy from the moving mass 601, while devices to be driven by the energized energy may be located remotely from the moving mass 601. [ In some embodiments, the pulley system can be located directly in the moving mass. Additionally, driven devices may also be located in moving masses in some applications. By way of example, and not limitation, in one embodiment, the system may be, in a non-limiting example, either agricultural or water shed, perhaps over long distances for energy collection and storage purposes, To pump the water from within the same stream from which energy is harnessed. In a non-limiting example, the wind version may not require many modifications, but in liquid mass, the waterproof components may be desired to sustain performance. In other alternative embodiments, the wind version may drive the water pump, and the water version may drive the air pump or air compressor.

In a typical use of this embodiment, as the moving mass 601 moves under the tunnels 630, the mass 601 charges one of the collectors 610 and causes the collector 610 to expand. This allows the collector 610 to move away from the stationary pulley system 620 with the actuator 615 connected thereto until the actuator 615 reaches the actuator activator 635 located in front of this tunnel 630. [ To move through the tunnel 630 and cause the opposing collector 610 in the opposing tunnel 630 to be pulled down toward the stationary pulley 620. As the actuators 615 move with the collectors 610, the outer tube on the retrieving actuator 615 will first contact the actuator activator 635. Through the pin, through the slot, this outer tube will stop the movement of the inner tube. Through the inner cable, this will stop the opposing inner tube on the opposed actuator 615. [ Both of the actuators 615 will activate as the return actuator 615 once engages the activator 635 as both the intermediate tubes and the external load carrying cables continue to move under a load of mass. This will cause the recovered collector to expand. As the inner cable is stopped on the opposite end, it will start to squeeze this open collector. At this point, the spreader and travel point of the other collector will begin to move apart and the reversal of the collapse action will begin. With built-in lever action, this collector will expand mechanically. This typically creates small pockets at the bottom of the collector 610 that begin to fill with the pressure from the moving mass 601. When the cords of the collector 610 are held by the spreader, the collector is charged until it is fully inflated, which causes the process to restart and reverse the pull on the cable 605 until movement of the actuator 615 is complete. Then, the reciprocating motion of the cable 605 can be converted into a rotational force by the pulley system 620.

It is contemplated that the pressure generated as the collector is opened and the tunnel is filled with moving mass can be used in a variety of ways. By way of example, and not limitation, such pressure may be used as a timed control pressure on hydraulic cylinders or as a function of different accessories, such as, but not limited to, Limiting, or controlling flow to provide detectable pressures for various shapes of flexible membranes, hydraulic or pneumatic shock absorbers, cylinders, electrical pressure switches or sensors for controlling or charging motion, Pouches, etc. for enhancing < / RTI > In another alternative embodiment, the tunnels may be modified to accommodate turbine style devices in certain situations to increase turbine performance, possibly using a plurality of inline turbine units in long venturi shaped tunnels.

 Some embodiments may include gear boxes or transmissions that can convert bi-directional rotational force from the pulley into unidirectional motion using sprag clutches or one-way bearings, or the like. Some embodiments may be used as a generator to generate electricity, or may be incorporated within these items, as a pump for generating hydraulic pressure and delivering fluids. Some embodiments are hand-held work generating units, such as, but not limited to, pre-assembled units / systems for use in remote locations or emergencies, such as, but not limited to, Sources, pumps in the submergence area where they may experience electrical accidents, and may be configured for use as a generator or water supply for a camp site or village located near a river or stream.

It is contemplated that some embodiments may create pressure within the tunnels themselves. In another alternative embodiment, when the collector is opened in the tunnel, a flowing mass is accumulated in the tunnel, which creates in the tunnel a pressure that can be used as the control pressure. This can produce alternating pressures that are only present on the power stroke that can be used as timed pressures. Other alternative masses that engage the devices may also include an external flow engaging device such as, but not limited to, a secondary external collector, a drogue chute, or a funnel- can be made from a funnel. In some applications, the pockets may be located on the exterior of a tunnel having a hollow nipple at the aft end to provide a more constant control pressure during flow. These means for capturing pressure can be used to guide the device, to provide back pressure, to inflate the flexible membranes, to create various effects similar to the air pressure type jumper for children, May be used to press hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders to fill the flexible membrane of shapes. This pressure, which can be generated from a pump that can be driven by the system, adds to the pressure. These hydraulic and pneumatic tunnels and external pressure systems include, but are not limited to, accessories for minimum flow detectors that can be flexible membranes that can steer the assembly straight with mass when inflated to prepare for harnessing Many other accessories may be enabled to be used with the system. These can fill the flexible membrane pockets, which when flocked can allow the funneling device to begin engaging masses. These pressures can be used as signal pressure for electrical, mechanical or hydraulic switches or sensors.

Some embodiments of the present invention may be implemented in a variety of different types of environments in which there is sufficient movement mass. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may be implemented in tidal dams, in bowls, in rivers, behind stationary or anchored ships, behind stranded ships drifting in the sea, Mounted in a tidal farm in large open current positions, on floating barges, on water tanks, in a tidal farm, in a dams, from a rotary platform in the bay, behind cooling pumps in tidal power locations, Plains and other winds can be installed on strong terrestrial masses, from stationary platforms at airports, to flagpoles, in conduits of forced air heating and cooling systems, and so on. Some embodiments may be configured to be implemented in slow moving rivers or streams, which are typically more common at remote locations than fast moving rivers. One embodiment may be designed for use in a closed tide dam scenario wherein one energy harnessing system may be located within the dam area and the other system may be located outside the dam area. In this embodiment, the tunnels may be provided with exit doors to help prevent reverse flow. When the tide rises, the internal system will typically produce work while the exit doors are closed on the outer tunnels, and as the tide changes, the system will change roles.

Figures 7A and 7B illustrate an exemplary underground application for a system for harnessing wind energy in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. 7A is a schematic side view of the system and FIG. 7B is a schematic side perspective view of a wind collector 701 attached to an actuator 720 mounted on a wheeled carrier 725. FIG. In this embodiment, dual tunnels 705 may be located below the ground level, and collectors 701 may be positioned within the tunnels to move back and forth within the shafts 705, as in the water version . Pulley system 703 will be located at a remote location at the end of cable 715. [ The wind-steered air inlet 710 rotates to direct the wind in any direction to direct the wind down through the tunnels 705. A cable 715 is connected to the actuator 720 for the wind collector 701. The other end of the cable 715 will route around the pulley 703 and to the other actuator 720 and the collector 701. Actuator actuators 702 for such systems may be tubes on the inner front wall of the tunnels, or tubes on brackets from walls of tunnels, or, in alternate embodiments, actuator actuators may be located on the rear of the tunnels Lt; / RTI > Some alternative embodiments may use both front and rear actuator actuators, or, for a plurality of inline units, a tunnel may house as many actuators as necessary. In the wind version, it can be foreseen that the tunnels can be located underground for anesthetic or space saving purposes. This would require a wind collector on the ground, such as, but not limited to, a wind-steered air inlet 710. Such a collector can be steered, for example, electrically or hydraulically, by an external force or by the mass itself, as the weather vane does. Other accessories mentioned will be suction diverter doors for preferring one tunnel with more flow at a given point in time. Other doors may be barred doors at the exit to prevent intrusion. For a water version, in a fixed tidal-dam scenario, on exit tunnels, the exit doors may be hinged to be closed to prevent reverse flow on the incoming tide, and may be in the opposite direction on the outflow tide collector system . For these types of applications, the pulley system can be remotely located because it is routed through cable guides and driven by cables that can be mounted at the desired locations. Some alternative embodiments of the pulley system may be, but are not limited to, structures, ships, or pulley systems embedded within vehicles, gearboxes, And may be made of a variety of materials such as, but not limited to, gears, wheels, drums, reels, etc. and, in particular, plastic, metal, wood, In the drawings of this embodiment, the actuator actuators can be located in the desired positions in the tunnels, and even through the cables through which the outer tube is engaged to activate the actuators, It can be as simple as an additional fixed tube that projects out from the inner front end of the tunnel. These embodiments may potentially be used for high speed, high pressure applications. The collector 701 includes an actuator carrier 725 that can help create the stability of the collector 701 and the actuator 720 as it travels within the shaft 705. [ The carrier 725 may be a frame-like carrier or carrier with a wheel as illustrated herein. These carriers can serve as multi-purpose carriers. The wind version can use wheeled pallets to prevent the collectors from being pulled in the recovery stroke and to keep them centered on the power stroke. They can also be used in other versions to house the permanent magnets that will be designed as stators of a dual tube linear generator in tunnels and transport them back and forth within them. In some embodiments, the carrier is of the same distance spread out from an actuator with low friction pads or wheels to assist in keeping the collector centered within the shaft to prevent friction or dragging And may include sex arms.

Similar carriers can be implemented in open air systems as well as fluid based systems where the means for actuator actuators are provided, not in tunnels. Carriers for such systems may be designed with low friction devices to assist in mobility, such as, but not limited to, wheels, slides, rollers, low friction materials, etc., And they may include channels for shaft-mounted wheels or slides, and vice-versa. The primary objectives for such a pallet may be for system stability and may be to prevent the collectors from being pulled or intertwined, or aligning the collector with the rear mounting stop. These may be a simple design, such as, for example, but not limited to, support arms projecting from the center, and may be as simple as a degree of complexity as the pallets configured to house the permanent magnets for the tubular generator design. These carriers can be made from a number of materials including, but not limited to, metals, plastics, carbon fibers, wood, composites, glass fibers, and the like.

It is contemplated that various appropriate features may be added to some embodiments that may improve the performance and safety of the systems. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may include a suction diverter device operable to send most of the suction volume to a single collector at a given time to increase performance. This can be particularly useful in low volume situations. The diverter device may include a variety of different means, such as flexible membrane pockets, hydraulic cylinders and linkages, which can accumulate pressure to operate the device without limitation, or that can expand to create a door Can be operated with. Some embodiments may include a suction funneling device similar to a large air horn or funnel. The funneling device may be a self-steering type, increasing the volume of mass entering the system, increasing the speed of the moving mass, and increasing the efficiency of the system. In some embodiments, the funneling devices may be flexible or rigid, or both, and may be remotely located at the desired highest efficiency location. In some embodiments, the suction portion of the system includes a deflection device for deflecting any debris in the moving mass before such debris can enter the system. Still other embodiments may include controlled flow intake doors that may be used to allow the flow of mass into the system only once the mass reaches a specified pressure or velocity. Such doors may have a variety of different designs, including, but not limited to, horizontal doors that may themselves be pushed to the right to engage masses that flow under specified conditions, or doors may be provided, A more controllable system such as a door or magnetized door operated by a pressure cylinder to engage with an open and flowing mass. Other embodiments may include on the tunnels exhaust doors that can be used to help prevent reverse flow situations, for example, but not limited to, fixed installations, such as, but not limited to, tide dams . The doors may also be used to help prevent unwanted intrusion of wildlife into the system. These exit doors may have a variety of upper limit designs including, but not limited to, simple weighted or spring loaded doors, screen doors, doors operated by hydraulic means, and the like. All of these system accessories may be made of any suitable size and size for each system application and may not be assisted or assisted electrically, hydraulically, or pneumatically to improve system control and performance . Elastic and other buffer devices may be used at various locations throughout the system to absorb various load conditions and shock, turbulent wind or water conditions, such as, but not limited to, for example.

In addition, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that some embodiments may be implemented in a variety of suitable configurations in accordance with and in view of the teachings of the present invention. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may include more than two tunnels. In some embodiments, depending on the application, such systems may be assembled into a variety of different unit configurations. As a non-limiting example, several pairs of tunnels may be stacked side by side, or one may be stacked on top of another, and drive single generators through their use in delivery cases or drive their respective individual generators or pumps, respectively. In another non-limiting example, the container line may be anchored in a windy bay favoring a stream of water to simultaneously integrate a water version of such a system and a deck of a ship from a stern for a portable power generation plant. In such an application, the wind version may be a tubular or linear generator type.

Some embodiments may incorporate vertical tunnels rather than horizontal tunnels. These embodiments may be configured to harness energy from a mass that moves in a substantially vertical direction. For example, and not by way of limitation, some embodiments may be mounted at the top of the chimney to harness energy from rising smoke or emissions; Other embodiments are capable of harnessing energy from a descending mass, such as, but not limited to, a waterfall. It is contemplated that some of these embodiments may require modifications to materials, designs, configurations, various pulley or transmission systems, collector guide tubes, modified actuator designs, mounts, etc. for proper operation. Other embodiments may incorporate a frame-like collector design into applications other than an energy harnessing device, such as, for example, racing cars and a brake system in other vehicles, for sports, without limitation.

Some embodiments may provide clean and storable energy from wind or water. Many embodiments may have a simple design at low cost, in which a large number of parts may be made of recycled plastic. It is contemplated that a number of embodiments will be easy and efficient to access and maintain. Additionally, some embodiments may be safer for wild animals and environments than some current solutions. For example, and not by way of limitation, such systems may be less harmful to algae than windmill blades and may be less harmful to aquatic animals than turbine blades. Another advantage is that multiple embodiments can provide flexibility in use. For example, and not by way of limitation, many embodiments can be applied to both low and high volume / velocity scenarios. In addition, some embodiments may be made portable for emergency situations, such as, but not limited to, natural disasters, stranded ships, use at remote locations, and the like. Some embodiments may also be installed in artificial scenarios such as, but not limited to, dams, tidal dams, algae, tide dams, tide development areas, bridges, builds, and the like. Additionally, embodiments may include a variety of suitable materials, including, but not limited to, water, wind, mechanical exhaust, mud flows, lava flows, air dropping supplies, To power energy from the < / RTI > It is contemplated that some embodiments may be improved electrically or hydraulically. Computer-aided software may provide additional control or improved performance, or may be used to obtain data from embodiments for research or other purposes.

Figure 8 is a side perspective view of an exemplary energy harnessing system using a single collector / tunnel in accordance with an alternative embodiment of the present invention. In this alternative embodiment, one of the collectors / tunnels of the dual tunnel system illustrated in FIG. 1 and / or 6A-6B includes, but is not limited to, a tunnel 830 (illustrated in FIGS. 5A- Hydraulic, pneumatic, or weighted means 800 for recovering the frame-type energy collector 810 (as illustrated in Figures 4A-4C) from the end of the power stroke within the power stroke. The opposite end of the cable 805 (illustrated in Figure 2C) includes a first actuator (as illustrated in Figures 2A-B) for enabling the inner cable 245 to move back and forth within the outer cable 240 (820) or similar means, which may operate in the same manner as the dual tunnel system described above. The force that can be used to recover the collapsed collector 810 may include, but is not limited to, a device having a constant drag within a spring, hydraulic or pneumatic device, electricity, elasticity, gravity, moving mass, Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > 805 < / RTI > The cable 805 may be routed through a pulley system 803 (as illustrated in FIGS. 1B-1C) to convert the linear collector motion into a rotational mechanical work force. The second actuator 822 may be retrieved with the collector until it engages the second actuator activator 84 in the intake of the tunnel 830. Weight or pressure on the external cable will actuate the first actuator 820. [ This may cause the collector 810 to be opened. The weight is such that when the collector is opened the weight 800 on the opposite end of the cable 805 and the first actuator 820 reach the second actuator activator 804 on the opposite side of the pulley system 803 The force of the mass can be calibrated so that the weight is raised and the collector can be pulled under the tunnel 830 by mass. As the first actuator 820 engages the first actuator activator 802, the inner cable may stop, while the outer cable continues to move, which activates both of the actuators, Causing the open collector 810 to collapse. Then, the gravitational force of the weight may overcome the force of the weight on the collapsed collector, and the collector may be recovered. Similar to the dual tunnel system, switching means by weight or other force will take the position of the opposing collector in the dual tunnel system. This can be accomplished in a number of ways. These means may be pressure from a system, hydraulic, electronic equipment, pneumatic, elastic, etc. The weight applied to the intermediate tube of the first actuator 820 may use gravity to recover and open the collector closed at the second actuator activator 804 located toward the suction end of the tunnel. Generally, the alternating activation or deactivation of the first and second actuators alternates the energy collectors to open and closed states. As a result, the alternating transition of the energy collector to the open and closed states imparts reciprocal motion of the energy collector and weight implement. On the other hand, simultaneously activating or deactivating both the first and second actuators places the energy collector in a constant state. In further embodiments, a single collector system may function as a single device, in pairs, arranged as groups, stacked, side by side, or behind one another, to meet a variety of scenarios, including but not limited to. A single collector system may have, without limitation, water pressure, pneumatic, electronic actuators, and the like.

It will also be appreciated by those skilled in the art that, in accordance with and in light of the teachings of the present invention, the above steps may be suitably replaced, rearranged, or eliminated, depending on the needs of the particular application, It will easily recognize. In addition, the designated method steps of the above embodiments may be implemented using any physical and / or hardware system that will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art in view of the above teachings. For any method, the steps described in the present application may be implemented in a computing machine, that is, a typical computer system that, when properly configured or designed, may serve as a computer system in which such aspects of the invention may be implemented Lt; / RTI >

Any feature disclosed herein, including any accompanying summary and drawings, may be replaced by alternative features that contribute to the same, equivalent, or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is merely an example of one of the equivalent or similar features of the generic series.

According to the United States Code 35 USC § 112 (1), it should be noted that all claims must be supported by a sufficient disclosure of this patent application, and that any material known to those skilled in the art need not necessarily be explicitly disclosed. However, 35 USC § 112 (6) requires that structures corresponding to functional limitations interpreted under 35 USC § 112 (6) must be clearly disclosed in the patent specification. In addition, under the broadest interpretation of the " means for "claim, the US Patent and Trademark Office's review policy, which initially searches for and processes the prior art, is the most extensive initial search on the functional limitation of 112 (6) "It implies that for the broadest interpretation of the claims, the US Patent and Trademark Office policy should be formulated to support a legally valid examination. Accordingly, the United States Patent and Trademark Office is of the view that, when these corresponding structures are not explicitly disclosed in the above-referenced patent specification, they shall be construed as corresponding structures for fulfilling all functional limitations in the following claims interpreted under 35 USC § 112 (6) Will refer to various prior art documents, including the disclosure of specific structures and elements appropriate for serving. Accordingly, in the following claims, which are construed under 35 USC § 112 (6), it is contemplated that, although not explicitly disclosed in the above-referenced patent specification, any patent and / or non-patent documents found during the search process of the United States Patent and Trademark Office , For any inventive element (s) / structure (s) corresponding to the functional claim limitation (s), Applicant (s) And related enabling materials are incorporated herein by reference. Applicant (s) shall ensure that any Claim Analysis Interpretation Procedures and / or Patent Claims filed during the examination of patent enrollability are filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office during the filing of the application and / And / or non-patent documents, which are found during the broadest interpretation search of the 35 USC § 112 (6) limitation. Applicant (s) may also use any similar information disclosure statement (IDS) entered into this patent application by any PTO Form-892 or U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or the applicant (s) or any third party, Incorporates bibliographic citation information as a reference to identify all such documents, including functionally corresponding structures and associated use materials as listed in the above. Applicant (s) also has the right to amend this application subsequently to explicitly include functionally corresponding structures incorporated by reference herein and / or to explicitly include citations to such documents .

Thus, in the following claims interpreted under 35 USC § 112 (6), any invention element (s) / structure (s) corresponding to the functional claim limitation (s) , The applicant (s) have explicitly designated such documents and materials for inclusion of otherwise misplaced disclosures, and such patent and / or non-patent documents are subject to the disclosure requirements of 35 USC § 112 (6) And must be incorporated by such reference for the purpose of fulfilling it. Applicant (s) must ensure that all documents identified in the foregoing incorporating by reference to meet 35 USC § 112 (6) are necessarily filed and / or filed prior to the filing and / or publication date of this application , And thus the prior documents are incorporated herein by reference.

As at least one embodiment of the invention has been described in full, other equivalents or alternative methods of implementing the means for harnessing energy from natural and artificial moving masses in accordance with the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Various aspects of the invention have been illustrated above by way of example, and the specific embodiments disclosed are not intended to limit the invention to the specific forms disclosed. Certain implementations of the means for harnessing energy may vary depending on the particular context or application. By way of example, and not limitation, the means for harnessing the energy described above was primarily directed to fluid or gas driven embodiments; However, similar techniques may instead be applied to harness energy from moving masses of particulate solids such as, but not limited to, sand sliding down a hill, and this embodiment of the invention is within the scope of the present invention . Accordingly, the invention encompasses all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope and spirit of the following claims. It will be further understood that all of the embodiments described in the foregoing specification do not necessarily achieve or meet each of the objects, advantages, or improvements described above.

The claim elements and steps herein may be singularly numbered or lettered to aid readability and understanding. Any such numbering and lettering is not intended to, nor should be construed, to indicate the order of the elements and / or steps in the claims themselves.

It should also be noted that the corresponding structures, materials, acts and equivalents of all means or steps in addition to the functional elements of the following claims may be combined with any other structure, function, Materials, or acts described herein.

It should also be noted that the corresponding structures, materials, acts and equivalents of all means or steps in addition to the functional elements of the following claims may be combined with any other structure, function, Materials, or acts described herein. The description of the invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description, and is not intended to be limiting or exhaustive of the invention in the form disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The embodiments are described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and specific applications, and to enable others skilled in the art to understand the invention for various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated Selected and described.

The abstract should be read in conjunction with 37 C.F.R., which requires a summary that will enable the reader to identify the nature and substance of the technical disclosure. It is provided to comply with Section 1.72 (b). This is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. The following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim dependent upon itself as a separate embodiment.

Claims (20)

As a system,
A tunnel, wherein the tunnel is configured for immersion in a moving mass, wherein at least energy from at least a portion of the moving mass passing through the tunnel is available for conversion into rotational force, ;
An energy collector disposed in the tunnel, the energy collector having at least an open and collapsed state, the energy collector in the open state being operable to resist the moving mass;
CLAIMS What is claimed is: 1. A weight implement comprising: a weight mechanism configured to be operable to recover the energy collector in the collapsed state;
A first actuator device configured to engage the weight mechanism;
A first actuator activator configured to activate the first actuator device, the activation of the first actuator device being operable to transition the energy collector into the collapsed state;
A second actuator device coupled to the energy collector, the second actuator device operable to transition the energy collector between the at least open and collapsed states;
Wherein the second actuator actuator is configured to activate the second actuator device, and the alternate activation of the first actuator device and the second actuator device is configured to activate at least the energy collector and the second actuator device, The second actuator activator imparting reciprocating motion of the weight mechanism;
A cable system connecting the first actuator activator and the second actuator activator, the cable system being operable to deliver at least the energy collector and the reciprocating motion of the weight mechanism; And
And a pulley system for converting at least the energy collector and the reciprocating motion of the weighting mechanism to the rotational force.
The method according to claim 1,
And the second actuator activator is disposed adjacent to a suction portion of the tunnel.
The method of claim 2,
And the second actuator activator is configured to engage the second actuator device to transition the energy collector to the open position.
The method of claim 3,
Wherein the cable system delivers the engagement to activate the first actuator to engage the weight mechanism.
The method according to claim 1,
And a carriage assembly for guiding the energy collector.
The method according to claim 1,
And a spreader assembly for coupling the energy collector to the second actuator.
The method according to claim 1,
Further comprising a collar coupled to the tunnel to connect the actuator activator.
The method of claim 7,
Further comprising a cable guide device coupled to the tunnel for guiding the cable.
The method according to claim 1,
Further comprising a rotatable device for steering the intake of the tunnel.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the energy collector comprises a drogue shape that resists the moving mass.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the pulley system includes pulleys, cable guards, and means for supporting cable guides.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the pulley system is configured to be disposed outside the moving mass.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the moving mass comprises at least one of water and air.
As a system,
Means for passing a moving mass;
Means for collecting energy from the moving mass;
Means for recovering the energy collector;
Means for transitioning the energy collector between at least an open state and a closed state;
Means for activating said transfer means, said activation causing said reciprocating motion of said energy collecting means and said collecting means;
Means for conveying the reciprocating motion; And
And means for converting the reciprocating motion to a rotational force, wherein the energy from the moving mass is converted into the rotational force.
15. The method of claim 14,
Further comprising means for guiding the energy collection means during a stroke.
15. The method of claim 14,
And means for connecting said energy collection means to said transition means.
15. The method of claim 14,
And means for connecting said activation means to said moving mass passing means.
15. The method of claim 14,
And means for guiding the transmission means.
15. The method of claim 14,
And means for steering the suction portion of the moving mass passing means.
As a system,
The tunnel comprising at least one of water air and at least energy from at least a portion of the traveling mass passing through the tunnel being usable for converting into rotational force, tunnel;
An energy collector disposed within the tunnel, the energy collector comprising at least a mass of a mass of a mass of a mass of a mass of a mass of the mass of the mass of the moving mass passing through the tunnel, Said energy collector being operable to provide a resistance to said energy collector;
CLAIMS What is claimed is: 1. A weight mechanism comprising: a weight mechanism configured to be operable to recover the energy collector in the collapsed state;
A first actuator device coupled to the weighting mechanism;
A first actuator activator configured to be operable to activate the first actuator device, wherein activation of the first actuator device causes the energy collector to transition to the collapsed state;
A second actuator device coupled to the energy collector, the second actuator device being configured to be operable to transition the energy collector between the at least open and collapsed states;
A spreader assembly, wherein the spreader assembly is configured to connect the energy collector to the second actuator device;
The second actuator actuator being configured to activate the second actuator device, wherein activation of the second actuator device causes the energy collector to transition to the open position, And wherein the alternating activation of the first actuator device and the second actuator device imparts at least the reciprocating motion of the energy collector and the weight mechanism;
A collar mechanism coupled to the tunnel to connect the second actuator activator;
A cable system connecting the first actuator and the second actuator for transferring the reciprocating motion;
A cable guide device connected to said collar mechanism operable to guide said cable; And
And a pulley system operable to convert the reciprocating motion to the rotational force.

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