The
invention
- The
problem to be solved:
To
transfer the energy of the sea waves into
electricity via a simple mechanical
device.
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- Definition:
The waves move floats of
different sizes which are secured onto
the end of variable lenghts arms.
At the other end of those arms a shaft
turns which is fixed to the sea bed or
dry land.
The arms turn the shaft by a ratchet (
free-ranning ).
The shaft turns through a gearbox and
then powers an electric generator.
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Basic principle
Block-scheme
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- Application:
For
use alongside the beach or from oil rigs.
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- Advantages:
Renewable
energy source, most environmentally
friendly. Simple construction.
Cost effective and safe running.
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- Stage
of development:
A
mock-up was tried and tested during
development and a prototype is under
construction.
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- Documentation
available: Yes
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inventor(s)
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The
protection
- Form:
Patent application ( P
9904441 )
- Priority: 30.11.1999
- Countries
where it is force: Hungary
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Business
intention: Licencing and looking for
investors.
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Contact
- Name:
András HALUSKA
- E-mail:
hps2000@matavnet.hu
- Fax: +361- 355 3051
- Phone:
- Address:
H-1124. Budapest Apor
Vilmos tér 3., Hungary
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