Oscillating fluid power generator

Morris, David C

Title: Oscillating fluid power generator

Patent · Tue Feb 25 00:00:00 EST 2014

OSTI ID:1126496

Morris, David C

A system and method for harvesting the kinetic energy of a fluid flow for power generation with a vertically oriented, aerodynamic wing structure comprising one or more airfoil elements pivotably attached to a mast. When activated by the moving fluid stream, the wing structure oscillates back and forth, generating lift first in one direction then in the opposite direction. This oscillating movement is converted to unidirectional rotational movement in order to provide motive power to an electricity generator. Unlike other oscillating devices, this device is designed to harvest the maximum aerodynamic lift forces available for a given oscillation cycle. Because the system is not subjected to the same intense forces and stresses as turbine systems, it can be constructed less expensively, reducing the cost of electricity generation. The system can be grouped in more compact clusters, be less evident in the landscape, and present reduced risk to avian species.

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Research Organization:: D C M STUDIOS LTD

Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE

DOE Contract Number:: FG36-06GO16044

Assignee:: GFO

Patent Number(s):: 8,657,575

Application Number:: 11/895,568

OSTI ID:: 1126496

Country of Publication:: United States

Language:: English

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