WO2005122708A2 - Hydrogen gas electrolysis and supply apparatus and method - Google Patents
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- the initial energy-generating portion of the invention has no moving parts; in fact, small circulation pumps and micro-valves, that control the flow of water and gases, are the only mechanical aspects of my invention and apparatus and process.
- the secondary energy-generating portion of the invention involves some further
- moving parts this is a method and/or process of channelling exhaust vapours, from the initial energy-generating device, over a blade or blades and/or a paddle or paddles and/or a bucket or buckets, of a turbine or turbines, to produce electrical energy.
- the improvement involves a novel form of hydrogen producing apparatus, and an improved system for the transmission of electrical energy by means of modified current regulation. This is achieved
- electro-chemical cell gas transport and/or delivery process, which is unique, in such a manner that the hydrogen and/or oxygen produced is utilised immediately to high efficiency and does not require storage potential.
- the type of electrochemical cell mentioned above features a pyramid shaped, ceramic and/or vinyl / plastic,
- electrolyte compartment of specific geometrical proportion This form I generally employ. Regulated electric current is delivered to the electro-chemical cell and the created hydrogen gas, from such a process, is transporting and delivered to the valves within traditional internal combustion engines, for its combustion, in a novel and/or unique manner.
- the resulting kinetic energy, produced from the exhaust water vapour, is produced from the combustion of newly produced hydrogen with air and/or oxygen.
- This kinetic energy is converted into mechanical energy by the impulse and/or reaction of the here said water vapour exhaust with and/or on blades arrayed about the circumference of a turbine (e.g. of a cylinder / wheel or other turbine type design). This mechanical energy is
- process (That is, a unique dividing wall within the electro-chemical cell). I may depart from or vary this form, however, in particulars hereinafter specified.
- a vacuum/air pump for the purpose of assisting the immediate transportation of the newly produced hydrogen gas through to the valve chambers. This can be achieved through utilising a negative or
- low-pressure 1 , 2 or 3 stage gas (in which features a constant velocity air mixer) regulator low-pressure 1 , 2 or 3 stage gas (in which features a constant velocity air mixer) regulator.
- a water atomization injection system can be utilised to introduce a fine water mist spray into the mixer to quench the hydrogen and thus reduces the gases flash point.
- a hydrogen gas-port injection system utilised in conjunction with a fine water atomization injection system directly into the back of the valve chambers can be introduced. The latter
- FIG 1/ electro-chemical cell connection schematic is a diagram illustrating the complete methodical process and apparatus for producing, the 'CREATED AS REQUIRED' hydrogen/oxygen, and its regulation.
- the said hydrogen gas Once the said hydrogen gas is 35. produced, it will be immediately delivered to the valve chambers for combustion.
- the produced exhaust vapours kinetic energy can be converted into mechanical energy by the impulse and/or reaction of the fluid or gas on a series of blades, paddles or buckets arrayed about the circumference of a cylinder or wheel. (e.g. rotating a blade or blades on a turbine), (i.e. within internal combustion engines and/or electrical power generators for Instant use).
- FIG 2/ is a diagram of fig 1 shown without the electric circuitry.
- FIG 3/ EXPLODED SECTIONAL ELEVATION is a side elevation displaying the electrochemical cell.
- the electrode assembly, within the electro-chemical cell, functions as anode and cathode.
- the drawing shows a dividing wall frame that will separate newly produced (rising) hydrogen gas, at the cathode, from newly produced (rising) oxygen and/or chlorine
- electro-chemical cell 5/ nut to connect electro-chemical cell housing to electro-chemical cell base plate.
- 6 gasket/washer for assisting with water-tight proofing mechanics (i.e. securing nut & bolt).
- 7 / gaskets for sealing electrode assembly and/or water inlet/air underpressure openings within the electro-chemical cell.
- 8 / electro-chemical cell base plate.
- 9 / gasket for electro-chemical cell base plate. 10/ gasket lay-line on electro-chemical cell base
- This dividing wall frame has a dual purpose in that firstly the wall separates (rising) cathode produced gases from ⁇ rising) anode produced gases. Secondly the dividing wall frame electrically insulates the
- regulator heating features within internal combustion engines, pre-detonation of hydrogen is avoided and observed to work very effectively).
- a fine mesh grill is to be placed at the base of the carburettor. This is a device and precaution to avoid possible damage to apparatus caused by any hydrogen pre-detonation flames back travelling up through the intake valves. (This was observed to happen when the heating features within engine
- the oxygen can be released back into the atmosphere or transported separately, from the hydrogen, to be introduced via a second low pressure gas regulator into the air filter/cleaner system for valve chamber delivery.
- Chlorine gas is only produced if a sodium chloride solution and/or an unrefined natural sea salt water-based solution are utilised. NO detection of chlorine production is
- FIG 4/ DC SPEED CONTROLLER is a diagram illustrating the Pulse Width Modulation control circuitry, for regulating the pulse width of the said electrical current. This modulation is required in order to determine the speed at which the hydrogen gas is produced, for delivery to the hydrogen feed line at any given time.
- the electrical current supply to the cell is regulated by a potentiometer. The person adjusting the pulse width of the said electrical current.
- potentiometer which in turn adjusts the pulse width of the modulated current that is to be sent to the electrode assembly, regulates the feedback to the cell.
- a hand operated potentiometer and/or an electronic ignition potentiometer may be employed for utilisation within automobiles (the latter being operated by cable via a standard accelerator pedal)
- Fig 4 references 1/ is the positive, from primary energy source
- pulse width modulation circuitry 30. to pulse width modulation circuitry.
- 2/ is the negative, from primary energy source, to pulse width modulation circuitry.
- 3/ is the negative, from pulse width modulation circuitry, to the anode electrode.
- 4/ is the positive, from pulse width modulation circuitry, to the cathode electrode.
- 6/ is a potentiometer (for manual adjustment of said current to input into cell. The voltage can be
- FIG 5/ reference SECTION A-A is the base plate and/or bottom elevation / part section of the electro-chemical cell in accordance with my invention.
- Fig 5 reference number 2/ shows the base plate for electro-chemical cell. 4/ shows the outline of an electrode, which would be concealed inside the electro-chemical cell housing.
- FIG 6/ EXHAUST SYSTEM SCHEMATIC is the water recovery system. After the hydrogen gas has been combusted, with oxygen and/or air, inside the valve chambers of internal combustion engines and/or electric power generators; the produced exhaust water vapours kinetic energy is then captured and/or converted and/or transferred into
- Fig 6 references 24/ exhaust water vapour from engine exhaust valves. 35/ turbine or device with similar function to convert kinetic energy of the exhaust water vapour to mechanical energy, and this mechanical energy is utilised to generate
- FIG 7 WATER LEVEL REGULATION / ELECTRO-CHEMICAL CELL: monitors and/or determines the water-based solution level in inside the electro-chemical cell as shown.
- Fig 7 references 2/ electro-chemical cell. 4/ water level regulator. 37/ water inlet to the water level regulator. 38/ water level sight tube, for cell and/or regulator. 39/ breather tube (optional in variations of invention).
- the 'electro-chemical cell' and/or 'electro-chemical cell monitors and/or determines the water-based solution level in inside the electro-chemical cell as shown.
- Fig 7 references 2/ electro-chemical cell. 4/ water level regulator. 37/ water inlet to the water level regulator. 38/ water level sight tube, for cell and/or regulator. 39/ breather tube (optional in variations of invention).
- water level regulator' can be held together and secured in a specific suspension device achieve this.
- This device has one of two rings moving inside each other at right angles. It functions the same as how a ships compass is suspended. This is a precaution to offset the disadvantage of utilising the apparatus on unlevelled ground, (i.e. 'Ships Gimbals').
- the desired water level, within the electro-chemical cell, can be pre-adjusted via this water level regulator. (VIEW FIG 9 for detailed view of water level regulator).
- FIG 8/ SECTIONAL ELEVATION the electrode assembly is preferably constructed as shown in the illustration. The full geometrical dimensions of the said electrode assembly should be as in drawing FIG 8, ref 36, the 'SECTIONAL ELEVATION' and replaced into the electro-chemical cell as outlined in FIG 3, ref 4 the 'EXPLODED SECTIONAL ELEVATION'.
- FIG 9/ DETAILED VIEW OF THE WATER LEVEL REGULATOR This illustrates a detailed
- Fig 9 references 1/ is the water level regulator side wall. 2/ is the water inlet. 3/ is the water flow shut-off valve open position. 4/ is the water level regulator sight tube. 5/ is the water level regulator outlet for entry to the inlet pipe of the electro-chemical cell when
- valve is open. 6/ is the water flow shut-off valve closed. 7/ is the water level regulator outlet for entry to the inlet pipe of the electro-chemical cell when valve is closed.
- FIG 10 References: 1/ Water Storage Tank. 2/ Water Filter. 3/ Water Pump. 4/ Water Pressure Regulator. 5/ Air Intake Box. 6/ Air Filter. 7/ Air Temperature / Pressure Sensor. 8/ Idle Air Valve. 9/ Throttle Body. 10/ Throttle Position Sensor. 11/ Hydrogen Vapour Fuel Injector. 12/ Electro-Chemical Cell Water-level Regulator. 13/ Electro-Chemical Cell. 14/ Pressure Sensing / Electric Current Cut-Off Switch. 15/ Spark Plug. 16/ Ignition Coil.
- 1/ Water-Based Solution Storage Tank This stores the metal bicarbonate and/or metal hydroxide water- based solution. (An un-refined natural sea salt water-based solution can also be utilised).
- Electro-Chemical Cell Water Level Regulator the purpose of this device is to monitor and/or control the water-based solution level inside the electro-chemical cell. (Also view FIG 7). This is achieved by placing the 'Electro- Chemical Cell' and 'Electro-Chemical Cell Water Level Regulator' together in a suspension
- water-based solution level, inside the electro-chemical cell drops below the pre-determined maximum.
- the Electro-Chemical Cell' and the 'Electro-Chemical Cell Water Level Regulator' are secured together within the gimbals device.
- the mineralised water-based solution level inside the electro-chemical cell water level regulator is the same as in the electro-chemical cell. 6/ Fuse: this is to prevent any possible electric
- the apparatus provides a pressurized environment for the electrolysis process to take place. (Air under-pressure is delivered to the cathode side of the electro-chemical cell
- Electro- Chemical Cell (featuring a non-electrically conductive enclosure) contains the electrode
- This cell is preferably a solid 2-piece ceramic device, or similar device material that features non-flexible and non-conductive electrical properties.
- the cell wall angles have the same outside geometrical proportion as the outside view of the electrode assembly. This is so the electrode assembly (please view FIG 3, ref 4 for example of an electrode placement) fits snugly inside the electro-chemical cell and can be replaced, with
- a water vapour port injection delivery system via atomization, is an additional modification option which operates well in conjunction with the hydrogen port injection delivery system to raise
- the quench point of the hydrogen gas is needed to avoid any pre-detonation, or back firing, within extremely high performance and hard working internal combustion engines and/or electric power generators, due to hydrogen's naturally low flash point).
- the anode gas outlet can either expel the rising gas back into the atmosphere as illustrated in FIG 1 , or alternately be transported separately to the valve chambers and only be introduced to
- the electrodes should be preferably cast from 99.9% pure nickel metai to ensure they do not waste too quickly and are able to withstand a higher input of electric current level during electrolysis.
- the preferred embodiment for the electrode assembly is measured as follows: The determined height multiplied by 1.49, calculates each of the four side lengths, and the determined height multiplied by 1.57,
- FIG 35 calculates each of the four base lengths). Note: that this geometrical proportion is anode and cathode together - one half of the entire electrode assembly is either anode or cathode.
- Each electrode is illustrated in detail, within this patent application as FIG 8, ref 36. (This drawing illustrates the placement of either cathode or anode).
- FIG 3, ref 4 demonstrates the placement/replacement and/or removal features of an electrode within the electro-chemical cell. The electrode illustrated here is shown as an outline dimension only.
- FIG 1 is an overview of my regulated production of, 'Created as Required', hydrogen and/or oxygen gases or hydrogen and/or chlorine gases.
- 12/ Electrical Terminal Cathode the negative electric current is delivered to the cell via this terminal. Each electrode is one
- the electrodes should be preferably cast from 99.9% pure nickel metal to ensure they do not waste too quickly and are able to withstand a higher input of electric current level during electrolysis. (SEE lines 344 and 345 for how complete geometrical dimensions are calculated). Each electrode is illustrated in detail, within this patent application as FIG 8, ref 36. (This drawing
- FIG 10. illustrates the placement of either cathode or anode).
- FIG 3, ref 4 demonstrates the placement/replacement and/or removal features of an electrode within the electro-chemical cell.
- the electrode illustrated here is shown as an outline dimension only (as previously mentioned).
- FIG 1 is an overview of my regulated production of, 'Created as Required', hydrogen and/or oxygen gases or hydrogen and/or chlorine gases. 13/ Inlet: the coarse un-
- the electro-chemical cell can be drained of its entire contents and re-filled from the water-based solution storage tank.
- the entire electro-chemical cell should be drained approximately every 900km (i.e. of its entire enclosed solution.) This is to remove any metal bicarbonate and/or metal hydroxide
- Speed Controller (The Pulse Width Modulation Control Unit), (refer to Fig 4 for complete schematic). The feedback is controlled by either a hand-controlled potentiometer or by a cable controlled electronic ignition potentiometer, which is operated by a pedal, (i.e. similar to potentiometers found in most recent automobiles). When cold cranking occurs the DC speed controller is by passed to protect it from receiving 430 cranking amperes, to avoid destroying the unit, as it is only rated to a maximum of 40 amperes, which is required during standard operation. There should be one DC Speed Controller for each electrochemical cell utilised. This is mentioned here because, depending on how much hydrogen gas is desired, a series of multiple electro-chemical cells can be run together in unison. 16/
- valve chambers utilising spark plug and/or like technology to ignite the newly produced hydrogen gas within internal combustion engines and/or power generators.
- IMPORTANT NOTE the newly produced hydrogen gas is delivered to the valve chambers for combustion, via a "2 stage" low-pressure gas regulator (with heating its features removed, by adding a cooling system) and transported through the engine manifold (also
- the intake valve cam-timing needs to be adjusted so that the intake valves are well closed before the spark, of the plug, ignites the newly produced hydrogen gas. (i.e. to reduce the intake valves travel duration by opening the
- oxygen produced from the cathode side of the electro-chemical cell can be introduced, via another low-pressure gas regulator before the engine manifold (both with their respective heating features removed), and be mixed with the newly produced hydrogen prior to its combustion in the valve chambers (oxygen port injection is another option observed to operate successfully
- An oxygen probe can also be utilised, along with the oxygen low- pressure regulator (within the engine manifold) as a measuring reference of the oxygen to hydrogen ratio.
- the air to hydrogen fuel ratio been observed to have a high tolerance in application, (i.e. depending on desired air to fuel ratios, within internal combustion engines, the newly produced hydrogen has been observed to operate to high efficiency anywhere
- the FIRST STAGE is regulated to 12psi
- the SECOND STAGE is regulated to a negative pressure.
- a negative pressure draw of approximately 1/8 to 1 of a singular psi measure was observed to operate to high efficiency, when utilising newly created hydrogen gas as a fuel at 20 degrees Celsius.
- Minimal air ratio's were utilised and observed to work extremely well when applied within an internal combustion engines (4 parts air to 1 part hydrogen operated extremely well, as did 23 parts air to 1 part hydrogen). This would appear to indicate extremely wide air to fuel ratio tolerance levels, when utilising hydrogen as a fuel within internal combustion engines. This can be operated
- the Vacuum/Air Pump assists the transportation and/or removal of the newly created hydrogen gas, from the surface of the electrodes and electro-chemical cell, through to the valve chambers for immediate combustion. This vacuum/air pump also assists this immediate hydrogen gas transportation through creating a low-pressure environment within
- the electro-chemical cell (i.e. promoting the removal of the newly produced hydrogen gas from the electro-chemical cell).
- a vacuum air/pump assists in creating a low- pressure environment on the surface area of the, metal bicarbonate and/or metal hydroxide and/or metal chloride, water-based solution. (Because hydrogen is lighter than air and/or the water-based solutions, the low-pressure water surface provides an environment more
- this electronic switching system deactivates the electric current to the electro-chemical cell when gas pressure in the hydrogen feed line rises to a pre- determined level. This very same electronic switching system re-activates the electric current to the electro-chemical cell when gas pressure in the hydrogen feed line
- electric current regulator / sensor unit that increases hydrogen production yield as needed; by increasing the electric current to the electro-chemical cell as engine revolutions per minute (RPM) increase, (i.e. Electric current to RPM ratio is adjustable depending on the amount of hydrogen gas required per separate application).
- RPM revolutions per minute
- 23/ Dash Mounted Pressure Gauge this gauge displays gas pressure in the hydrogen feed line.
- negative pressure gas mixer regulator for water atomization injection and through the engine manifold (which has the water/coolant heating removed) through to the valve chambers for combustion.
- this can alternatively be achieved via direct valve chamber port injection (where the water atomization is also introduced to quench the hydrogen flash point). This process avoids the engine manifold delivery system
- the oxygen can be transported separately and mixed with the newly produced hydrogen immediately prior to combustion via an adjustable low-pressure gas regulator.
- an adjustable low-pressure gas regulator There are NO 28 or 29 reference listings on Fig's 1 and 2.
- 30/ One Check Valve this is to ensure that the newly created hydrogen gas does not return back to the electro -chemical cell, in the event of the cell being turned upside down.
- Gas Cooling System the newly created hydrogen gas bubbles through this reservoir (This process is very effective when utilised in very hot climatic temperatures).
- the gas's temperature can be cooled by its contact with the mentholated spirits and/or similar substance with gas molecule cooling abilities (Such as; methanol, ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, butane alcohol or other system to lower gas temperature etc).
- FIG 3 (ref 3) Gas-Dividing Wall. This wall is needed for electrical insulation between the anode and cathode and for maintaining separation of opposite electrode produced gases within the electro-chemical
- cell i.e. hydrogen from oxygen and/or chlorine
- electro-chemical housing It is part of the electro-chemical housing (refer also to fig 3).
- This dividing wall frame is a part of FIG 1, reference 8. It completely separates both sides of the enclosed electrode assembly (except for 3 millimetres at the base of the electro-chemical cell). This is to allow free flow of the water-based unrefined natural sea salt and/or metal bicarbonate and/or metal hydroxide solutions to both sides of the electrode assembly.
- the dividing wall, within the electro-chemical cell does not allow the electrodes to touch or allow gases that are produced, from opposite electrodes to mix.
- Dual purpose comprising: 1/ to electrically insulate the cathode from the anode and 2/ to stop any mixing of produced
- the water should NOT be treated with ozone. Because treating the water with ozone removes all the iron (FE) and various other trace elements within the water-based solution. This result reduces the water- based solutions electrical conductivity.
- the mineral to water ratio is measured by volume.
- IM PO RTANT During engine idle the current input is a constant 12volts and can be variable between 0 and 40 amperes. 12-volts constant and 430 cold cranking amperes is required to be delivered to the electro-chemical cell for the start up process. This is needed for running internal combustion engines and/or electric power generators. This initial high current input
- the Pressure Activated Electric Current/Switch disconnects the entire electric current to the electro-chemical cell. (i.e. and protects the entire apparatus from over-pressurisation).
- FIG 1 , ref 8 and FIG 8, ref 2 " show the electro-chemical cell, this being of ceramic or other material with similar non-flexible and non-electrically conductive
- the primary source of energy in this example is a standard automotive 12_volt battery, featuring 430 cold cranking amperes. Ref 16) is utilised.
- the 12-volt battery here mentioned, is supplying the required electric current to the "DC Speed Controller” and the "Pressure Activated Electric Current Switch". They in turn deliver regulated electricity to the
- electro-chemical cell (ref 8).
- the "DC Speed Controller” (ref 15) can send variable levels of the said electric current to the electro-chemical cell. This is achieved by means of modulating the pulse width of the said electric current, which can in turn increase or decrease the effectiveness of the electrolysis process. (Thus: to produce variable quantities of hydrogen gas as required). This is required to fine-tune the continuous production of the
- the Pressure Activated Electric Current Switch does not vary the amount of electric current. It only connects and/or disconnects the said electric current to the electro-chemical cell via this electronic switching process.
- the amount of electric current to be sent to the "Electro-Chemical Cell' (FIG 1 , ref 8) is regulated by the corresponding devices: FIG 1 , ref 15 modulates the pulse width of the said
- the feedback to the electro-chemical cell can be manually controlled by a hand-operated or foot pedal-operated potentiometer. (Please view FIG 4)
- the ampere level may vary in modified forms of regulation.
- the "DC Speed Controllei” delivers variable amounts of electric current through to the electro-chemical cell, which in turn, creates more or less hydrogen gas. This is required to determine how fast or slow the operator wishes to replace hydrogen gas pressure, in the hydrogen feed line, as it is being used up within the valve chambers, (e.g.; when the electrolysis process is utilised by operating on a constant 12 volts and variable electric current between 0 & 40 amperes, larger amounts of hydrogen gas will be produced when the ampere level is raised and delivered to the electro-chemical
- the electric current delivered to the "Electro-Chemical Cell' is also regulated by FIG 1 ref 22, which deactivates and/or reactivates the entire electric current to the "Electro- Chemical Cell'. This is due to specific hydrogen gas pressure detection within the hydrogen feed line (FIG 1 , ref 26) via an electronic-based pressure sensing electricity on/off switch.
- the "Pressure Activated Electric Current SwitcfC (FIG 1 , ref 22) over-rides the "DC Speed
- Controllers transmission of electrical energy to the "Electro-Chemical Cell' (FIG 1 , ref 8). This is so there is NO possibility of hydrogen gas pressure overload as multiple pressure sensors are utilised within the hydrogen feed line.
- the "Pressure Activated Electric Current Switch” (FIG 1 , ref 22) that is; the electricity on/off switch failing to disconnect the electricity supply to the "Electro-Chemical Cell' beyond the
- the "Electro-Chemical Celt' is preferably constructed on the plan as illustrated in FIG 8. (For an overview of complete operating apparatus and/or process please refer illustrations FIG 1 and FIG 2).
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