摘要 |
A power generation apparatus comprising at least one magnet, the magnet or magnets being arranged to form a substantially cylindrical rotor about an axle; at least one electrically-conductive pickup arranged, in use, such that rotation of the magnet or magnets about the axle induces an electrical current in the pickup; a guide or drive means along which, in use, the axle rolls to rotate the magnet; and means for moving the guide means to cause the axle to roll along it; and wherein the at least one electrically-conductive pickup is fixed relative to a stator, which stator at least partially surrounds the rotor and is rotatably connected to the axle such that the rotor and stator move in unison relative to the guide means. |