Abstract: An aerogenerator is provided with a rotor attached to one end of a variably orientable axis. The axis is, in turn, attached to apparatus for either using the energy produced by the rotatable rotor or apparatus for transforming the energy produced by the rotor. The apparatus includes a system for regulating the velocity of rotation of the rotor as either a function of the force of incident wind on the rotor or as a function of the value of energy which is desired to be produced by the aerogenerator. The system includes a device for automatically controlling the angular movement of the axis as well as a device for measuring the velocity of the rotation of the rotor, whereby the axis can be inclined so that a substantially constant rotational velocity is achieved.

Abstract: The subject-matter of the present invention is a system for the generation of electrical energy by utilizing and controlling wind energy which comprises a domed building (3), in which the machine park for converting kinetic energy into electrical energy is located. Above the center of the domed building (3) a large impeller (5) is arranged whose motion is transmitted to the machine park via a central axis (6). Around and above the domed building and the impeller a superstructure is located which concentrates and channels the wind in the direction of the impeller (5), supports (22) with differently curved side walls separating the system into several sectors. At the accesses to the chamber (10) in which the impeller (5) is located gates (26) are provided by means of which the entry and exit of the wind is controlled; see FIG. 3.

Abstract: Apparatus for converting the energy of the wind into mechanical energy for use in the generation of electricity comprises an upstanding column a fan which is freely rotatably mounted on the column and which comprises circumferentially spaced, radially extending blades and, supported by and freely rotatable about the axis of the column, a turbine which surrounds and is radially spaced from the column and which comprises circumferentially spaced blades extending lengthwise with respect to the column. Preferably, an annular body is supported by the column and has an upper surface of such a shape as to encourage laminar flow of the wind over its surface. Preferably, also, over an upper part of its length immediately below the fan the column has circumferentially spaced, helically extending fins 4 defining passages wind being caused to flow upwardly within the passages to form a vortex.

Abstract: A vertical axis windmill having a rotating structure is provided with a series of articulated vertical blades whose positions are controlled to maintain a constant RPM for the rotating structure, when wind speed is sufficient. A microprocessor controller is used to process information on wind speed, wind direction and RPM of the rotating structure to develop an electrical signal for establishing blade position. The preferred embodiment of the invention, when connected to a utility grid, is designed to generate 40 kilowatts of power when exposed to a 20 mile per hour wind. The control system for the windmill includes electrical blade actuators that modulate the blades of the rotating structure. Blade modulation controls the blade angle of attack, which in turn controls the RPM of the rotor. In the preferred embodiment, the microprocessor controller provides the operation logic and control functions.

Abstract: An apparatus is described which pressurizes fluid and causes it to flow by capturing energy dissipated by moving vehicles. The apparatus is a network of collapsible bodies containing a working fluid which is attached to a turbine generator system. The bodies are resilient tubes, preferably three part structures made of elastic, inner tubes with projections and outer sections of semirigid hose. The network may be overlayed with a flexible sheet which distributes the weight and motion of the vehicle.

Abstract: A closed system power generating apparatus which utilizes a moving fluid as the work producing medium. The fluid is contained within a reservoir. A pump is utilized to move the fluid through a conduit assembly. The moved fluid drives a primary turbine which in turn produces electricity which is conducted to operate a load. The moved fluid is then conducted into contact with a secondary turbine which is used to drive an electrical generating device which supplies electrical energy to a circuit which is connected through a battery through the pump which produces movement of the fluid.

Abstract: A wave-power generator assembly including a pair of one-way turbines symmetrically mounted on a common rotating shaft is provided. Because of the symmetrical arrangement of the one-way turbines, the rotating shaft and, therefore, bearings to rotatably support the rotating shaft are prevented from receiving excessive thrust forces. Thus, the present generator assembly may be presented to service for an extended period of time without requiring replacement of parts.

Abstract: A medium-power, free-piston electric current generator is disclosed in which the piston is slidable in a vertical cylinder open at its top end, with a combustion chamber at its lower end. Induction coils are provided along the length of the cylinder. The piston is formed at least in part of magnetic material and the piston return is effected by the force of gravity. Valves for exhausting combustion gases are provided in the lower part of the cylinder and the opening and closing of the valves is synchronized with the movement of the piston. The cylinder and piston are cooled appropriately. The generator may employ gasoline, heating oil, a gas fuel or explosive substance.

Abstract: An apparatus to generate electricity. There is a first cylinder having an open end and containing a first piston. A second cylinder has an open end and contains a second piston. A pipe communicates the two cylinders at the ends remote from their open ends. A closure can be moved to close and open the open end of each cylinder in sequence. The system receives a liquid between that part of the apparatus defined by the cylinders and the pipe and between the two pistons. An electrical generator is operated by movement of the liquid in the apparatus to generate electricity when fluid pressure acts on the first piston in the first cylinder, with the second cylinder closed by the closure, it moves the first piston inwardly, moving the liquid to the second piston through the pipe. Movement of the piston and thus of the liquid acts to operate the electrical generator. Movement of the closure closes the first cylinder and opens the second cylinder.

Abstract: A power plant and process for converting gas expanding and contracting energy sources into useful forms of energy and utilizing gravitational force, wherein a piston containing a magnet and able to fall within an enclosed cylinder, having a non-magnetically-responsive center portion surrounded by an induction coil is repeatedly impelled upwards thereby inducing an alternating electric current in the coil. In the first alternate embodiment, concentrated solar energy is directed onto a liquid in the bottom of the cylinder to provide an expanding gas beneath the piston. As the piston moves upwards within the cylinder, compressed air is pumped into a reservoir, after which it is available to serve as a source of stored energy.

Abstract: A wave activated power generation system of the float type comprising at least one piston-cylinder device having an anchored cylinder and a piston slidable in the cylinder and cooperating with the cylinder to form a pumping chamber above the piston and a low pressure chamber below the piston. The cylinder has an intake port and an exhaust port both formed at an upper portion thereof to communicate with the pumping chamber and each provided with a check valve. A float is connected through a cable to the piston of the piston-cylinder device. A pair of fluid storages are connected to the intake port and the exhaust port of the pumping chamber, respectively. A waterwheel generator is driven by the fluid flowing from one of the fluid storages to another.

Abstract: A wind-powered electric generator using a concentrator structure and a focusing surface for focusing a wind stream onto a plurality of turbines, one of which is located within the concentrator structure, thereby providing for smaller structural size, as well as increased conversion efficiency.

Abstract: A strong air suction is created by installing an air tube on the top of the discharge side of a large siphoning tube over a dam to drive air turbines for electricity generation. To facilitate the discharge of air bubbles, the intake air thru the air tube is manipulated thru a plate with numerous small holes located at the air exit to the water discharge tube and thru small tubes in the water discharge tube so that the air is discharged as small bubbles.

Abstract: The subject-matter of the present invention is a system for the generation of electrical energy from wind energy consisting of a domed building (3) and a large dimension impeller (5) mounted thereupon. The shape of the impeller (5) is adapted to the curvature of the domed building. It is supported on the surface of the domed building via rollers (71) and rails (16). In the region of the rollers (71) and rails (16) members for braking and holding the vanes are provided. The rotary movement of the impeller is transmitted via a central axis (6) to a machine park (12) to (15) housed in the interior of the domed building (3) so as to generate electrical energy. The system according to the invention is distinguished by its excellent stability despite its large dimensions; cf. FIG. 2.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for utilizing the waste heat energy of an internal combustion engine in which a turbine is driven by the exhaust gases from the engine and drives an electrical generator. In order to permit a direct coupling between the turbine and the generator and to utilize completely the electrical energy recoverable from the waste heat energy, the generator is a synchronous machine with a non-wound rotor, the generator being connected via an electrical converter to an electric motor which is drivingly coupled to the internal combustion engine to relieve the load therein.

Abstract: A system for remote starting of an internal combustion engine including remote means for initiating the starting sequence which may comprise a radio receiver in combination with a remote transmitter. Upon receiving the signal from the transmitter, a series of digital pulses is initiated which pulses are counted and translated into a set of sequential outputs. Certain of these digital outputs are utilized to initiate the provision of fuel to the internal combustion engine, the provision of power to a starting device for the engine, as well as the provision of ignition power. Means are further provided which are responsive to the actual ignition of the engine and serve to inhibit effectively further attempts to start the engine by the automatic starting system. Additionally, means may be provided for inhibiting subsequent attempts to start the engine after a predetermined number of starting attempts have failed, in order to prevent discharge of the starting battery.

Abstract: A fluid dynamic device is provided which includes a fluid holding and U-shaped conduit having a first leg and a second leg, an electrical generating device positioned between and in flow communication with the first and second legs and being motivated by passage of the fluid therethrough, and injection means for injecting a substance of substantially less density relative to the normal density of the fluid within the second leg and at a location spaced below the top end of the first leg. The second leg diverges substantially where the low density substance is injected thereinto so as to accommodate expansion of the fluid occasioned by injection of the low density substance thereinto.

Abstract: A wave-operated generator system utilizes flotation means for coupling the vertical movement of waves to an electrical generator using a rack and pinion assembly. Ratcheted pairs of gears convert the upward and the downward movement of the flotation means to unidirectional rotation. Supplemental generating systems which convert air and water current into electrical energy are used in conjunction with the wave-operated generator system.

Abstract: A structure for mounting a bezel in a watch case through a packing and for mounting a glass in the bezel through a packing. The watch case has an axially extending, inside engaging portion and an annular groove provided in a lower portion of the inside engaging portion, and the bezel has an inside annular groove. Each of the packings is adapted to be engaged with the corresponding annular groove.

Abstract: A fluid driven rotary engine of the water wheel type comprising a spoked water wheel rotatably mounted on a hollow stationary axle and having a set of water collection containers supported on the outer ends of hollow hub-mounted wheel spokes. Water or other liquid is delivered under pressure or an available head to the interior of the axle and from there through the hollow spokes and nozzles at the ends of the spokes into the containers to impart rotation to the water wheel.