USING GRAVITY AND PIEZOELECTRIC ELEMENTS TO PRODUCE ELECTRIC POWER

摘要

A hydroelectric power plant comprising a pipe from a water source in a mountain range which is made to open into a much larger in diameter piston cylinder at a much lower elevation. The piston therein is driven by water pressure to drive a gear train operatively connected to an electric generator on its far end. The piston is made to move slowly under great force, while the generator is made to turn at a much greater velocity, producing electricity. Water pressure may be derived from some municipal water systems. Much less water is expended through the device than by using a turbine, as in U.S. Pat. No. 1,774,603. Instead of a piston, piezoelectric elements may be used with shut-off valves on either side of the elements. By alternating the operation of these valves intense pressure waves may be induced to produce electricity. This obviates the need for turbines and generators for hydroelectric power generation.

主权项

1. A hydroelectric power plant comprising:
a. a water source at a high elevation, b. a pipe means operatively connected to said water source at a first end and filled with water, c. a faucet means operatively connected to said pipe means second end at a lower elevation, d. a piston means, e. a gear train means arranged to increase the angular velocity of its final element, and f. a generator means, all operatively connected so pressurized water made to enter through said faucet means is made to drive said piston means, said gear train means, and said generator means so electric power is produced.