| 摘要 |
The invention is directed to an apparatus and method for extracting energy from the motion of natural fluids, said apparatus comprising: a) a base; b) at least two tracks attached to said base, said tracks moveable relative to said base; c) a plurality of sails coupled to said tracks, said sails being adjustable relative to said tracks between a position substantially perpendicular to said tracks and substantially parall el to said tracks and operative to moveably drive said tracks via movement of said fluid when said sails are in said substantially perpendicular position; d) a channel, said channel formed between said tracks and said base, said channel including sail engagement means to engage said sails and move said sails into a position substantially perpendicular to said tracks and operative to allow said sails to return to an initial operating position with reduced resistance to said fluid; and e) an electric generator system, said generator system operative to convert movement of said tracks into electricity. |
