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Roadway power generating system

US7589427B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 1, 2006
Grant dateSep 15, 2009
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 26, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF03G7/083
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A power generating system configured to be placed in a road. The system includes a encasing box that encloses pistons that extend slightly above the encasing box. The pistons are connected to a crank that is connected to an alternator or other power generating device. As cars pass over the pistons, they engage the alternator and generate electricity.

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