System and method for umbrella power generation
US8405244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/728
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is provided a mechanism for opening and closing a working umbrella of a kite-guided umbrella ladder system. The umbrella ascends when in an open state and descends when in a closed state. Huge pulling power is introduced by the working umbrella when it is ascending, which can be used for power generation. A system with a common rail tether and multiple working umbrellas is provided for efficient and large scale power generation.
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