Power generating system using wasting energy from moving objects

This invention describes a system to generate electricity from the movement of a train or trailer. It works by attaching a power generator to a train wheel, where the wheel has special gear teeth on its side that mesh with another set of gears connected to the generator, causing it to spin and produce power. Some versions also include a fan on the generator's shaft for cooling, which can have adjustable weights to increase its spinning force.

Why it matters: Filed before significant advancements in compact, high-efficiency power electronics and battery storage made distributed energy harvesting more practical for auxiliary vehicle systems. The focus on rail vehicles also aligns with increasing electrification and efficiency demands in modern train operations.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: ModerateCustom gears, power generator, train wheel interface

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