摘要 |
An energy recovery system includes a device that produces a magnetic field adapted for mounting to a vehicle and a stationary conductor adapted for placing in or adjacent the path of the vehicle wherein the magnetic field induces current to flow through the conductor when the vehicle moves past the conductor. Kinetic energy that would otherwise be lost to heat energy through the application of brakes to the vehicles can thereby be recovered and re-used. An activation assembly that physically moves a magnet, coil, conductor, or any combination of these items, may be positioned on the vehicle or the ground. The activation assembly selectively increases the amount of magnetic flux that intersects the coil through physical movement of the coil or magnetic field generating device, thereby increasing the electrical energy recovered. The activation assembly further moves the coil or magnetic device apart during times of non-use. |