Vehicle Suspension Kinetic Energy Recovery System
A vehicle suspension kinetic energy recovery system generates useful energy from the up-and-down motion of a vehicle suspension caused by roadway irregularities as the vehicle travels down the roadway. In one embodiment, a piston-type pump mounted between the frame and the suspension charges a high-...
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Zusammenfassung: | A vehicle suspension kinetic energy recovery system generates useful energy from the up-and-down motion of a vehicle suspension caused by roadway irregularities as the vehicle travels down the roadway. In one embodiment, a piston-type pump mounted between the frame and the suspension charges a high-pressure accumulator for driving hydraulic motors, e.g., power windows, power seats, alternator, etc. In another embodiment, electricity is generated directly by a conductor moving with respect to magnetic field as a result of the up-and-down motion of the vehicle suspension. In yet another embodiment, an air compressor mounted between the frame and suspension compresses air for storage in a pressure tank and, thereafter, to power pneumatic devices. |
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