Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240263618). ELECTRIC POWER GENERATING DEVICE simplified abstract

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ELECTRIC POWER GENERATING DEVICE

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Takuya Matsumoto of Okazaki-shi (JP)

ELECTRIC POWER GENERATING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240263618 titled 'ELECTRIC POWER GENERATING DEVICE

The electric power generating device described in the patent application includes a first generator, a differential gear mechanism, a first ring gear, and a case that rotates with the first ring gear. The differential gear mechanism consists of a pinion shaft supporting a pair of pinion gears, a first drive shaft with a blade connected to one end, and a second drive shaft with an interference portion extending towards the pinion shaft.

  • The device features a differential gear mechanism that allows for efficient power generation.
  • The first generator is connected to a first ring gear, which rotates about a first axis.
  • The differential gear mechanism includes pinion gears supported by a pinion shaft and two drive shafts with side gears and an interference portion.
  • The interference portion of the second drive shaft faces the pinion shaft in a direction orthogonal to the first and second axes.
  • The device is designed to optimize power generation and rotation for increased efficiency.

Potential Applications: - Renewable energy generation systems - Wind turbine technology - Mechanical engineering applications

Problems Solved: - Improved power generation efficiency - Enhanced rotational capabilities - Streamlined energy production processes

Benefits: - Increased energy output - Reduced maintenance requirements - Enhanced overall performance

Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Power Generation Device for Renewable Energy Systems" This technology can be utilized in wind farms, solar power plants, and other renewable energy facilities to enhance energy production and efficiency.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to differential gear mechanisms in power generation devices to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest advancements in differential gear mechanisms for power generation to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the differential gear mechanism improve power generation efficiency? 2. What are the potential commercial applications of this technology in the renewable energy sector?


Original Abstract Submitted

the electric power generating device includes a first generator, a differential gear mechanism provided between a blade and the first generator, a first ring gear connected to the first generator, and a case that rotates integrally with the first ring gear about a first axis. the differential gear mechanism includes a pinion shaft that rotatably supports a pair of pinion gears about a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. the differential gear mechanism includes a first drive shaft having a first side gear at one end and a blade connected to the other end. the differential gear mechanism comprises a second drive shaft having a second side gear at one end and having an interference portion at one end extending toward the pinion shaft. the interference portion faces the pinion shaft in a direction of a third axis that is orthogonal to the first axis and the second axis.