Kinetic energy harvesting methods and apparatus
US9331559B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02K33/18
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system, method, and apparatus for kinetic energy harvesting are disclosed. An example kinetic energy harvesting apparatus includes a tubular-shaped magnet housing, a first end-cap magnet configured to connect to a first end of the magnet housing and a second end-cap magnet configured to connect to a second end of the magnet housing. The apparatus also includes a first wire coil configured to be connected to the magnet housing between the first end and a center of the magnet housing and a second wire coil configured to be connected to the magnet housing between the second end and the center of the magnet housing. The apparatus further includes a central magnet configured to be located within the magnet housing between the first end and the second end such that the central magnet is suspended within the magnet housing.
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