NOVELTY - To generate electricity using water as a medium, a vertical pipe (1) is inserted into a water reservoir to a great depth e.g. 500 m, containing a number of turbines (A1-A20) in succession within the pipe up to a depth level under the water surface e.g. 50 m. A further vertical pipe section (2), over the water surface, contains a number of water pumps (B1-B10) powered by the turbines and leads into a curved section (3) at a height e.g. of 100 m and a downward vertical section (4) toward the water surface and parallel to the other vertical sections. A turbine (C) to generate electricity is mounted at the pipe end toward the water. A vacuum is created within the pipe before working.    USE - The system is for the use of water to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The operation exploits the pressure difference between the water at a depth and at the surface to give a sufficient flow through a turbine to generate electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic section through the electricity generation assembly.    vertical pipe sections (1,2,4)    curved pipe section (3)    turbines (A1-A20)    water pumps (B1-B10)    electricity generating turbine (C)
NOVELTY - A data capture device (14) captures data associated with a stationary exercise machine (20) such as treadmill and a person using the machine. A central data processor (18) processes captured data and a liquid crystal display screen (22) displays processed data in a desired format to permit a person to view his/her performance relative to person partaking in exercise class and relative to an instructor.    USE - Exercise system including stationary exercise machines such as spinning bicycle, upright bicycle, recumbent bicycle, elliptical machine, stair stepper, treadmill, cross-country simulator, rowing machine.    ADVANTAGE - The system permits an instructor to monitor the performance of individual persons in a group of exercises as well as to provide motivation to persons to follow the instructor's commands.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the exercise system.    exercise system (10)    data capture device (14)    central data processor (18)    exercise machine (20)    liquid crystal display screen (22)
NOVELTY - Metal reflective film with a corrugated light reflective surface is formed on a polycarbonate layer having refractive index higher than the refractive index of glass plate/ethylene vinyl acetate layer having several solar cells arranged at prescribed intervals on its surface.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The output characteristics of the solar cell module is suppressed by suppressing the quantity of light incident on the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cells in solar cell module.    solar cell (10)    n-type silicon substrate (11)    non-doped amorphous silicon layer (12)    transparent conductive film (14)    bar electrode (15a)
NOVELTY - The variation of voltage and current of motor (14) is detected for determining whether motor is in idle or loading running condition. The continuous or intermittent loading condition of motor is determined when motor is in loading running mode. The motor is shunted when user stops running and stands on belt or belt is jammed in continuous mode, and when no load is added to motor in intermitted period in intermittent mode.    USE - For controlling treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - Accident is prevented in continuous and intermittent loading mode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the treadmill controller.
NOVELTY - Provided is a booth for a weight training machine to give a user a comfortable and private exercising environment by providing oxygen, thereby reducing fatigue.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The booth for a weight training machine (2) is composed of a plurality of walls (10) for surrounding the weight training machine (2) from every direction, an oxygen generator (20) installed on an inner wall for desorbing nitrogen in outside and supplying oxygen to a weight training machine user, an exit (30) provided as part of the walls (10) for the user, a sensing handle (42) for sensing the body state of the user, a controller, a display (46) for displaying the body status of the user, and an anion radiating unit (50). Left and right side walls have wheels (19) for allowing the walls (10) to selectively surround or expose the machine (2). At least one foldable stopper (15) is provided to the lower end of the walls (10) for selectively fixing the movement of the wheels (19).
NOVELTY - An exercising machine for generating electricity is provided to obtain exercising effect for user's health simultaneously with electricity to be charged in a charger by converting rectilinear motion generated by the exercising to curve motion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An exercising machine for generating electricity includes an electricity generating part connected via chains and gears instead of weight elements. While a user exercising by using the exercising machine, power generated by the user's exercise is transmitted to the electricity generating part via the chains and gears.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - The water turbines (11,12) each provided at the upstream side and the downstream side of the flowing water are connected to single generator in a generator room (21). The lower portions of the water turbines are partially immersed to the flowing water. The rotary power of the water turbine is converted into electric power by the flowing water.    USE - Used for producing electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient conversion of the energy of the flowing water to electric power while raising the electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the hydroelectric generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Water turbines (11,12)    Generator room (21)    Rocking shaft (25)    Wire (33)
NOVELTY - A vibration pillar (1) is installed in the shape of a cantilever into a water flow (3). The water-flow downstream side of the vibration pillar is made to generate Kurman's vortex street (5). The stress of a lift direction is produced periodically. By the periodic stress, vibration of the vibration pillar is continuously excited. The vibration is transmitted to a piezoelectric diaphragm (2).    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Generates electric power using hydraulic-power energy. Prevents environmental pollution for clan natural sources.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The piezoelectric diaphragm vibrates and generates electric power continuously. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electric power generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the electric power- generation method.    Vibration pillar (1)    Piezoelectric diaphragm (2)    Water flow (3)    Kurman's vortex street (5)
NOVELTY - A water turbine (2) is installed so that the rotation is provided by the water flowing into the middle of the water channel (1). The rotation of the water turbine is accelerated by a speed up mechanism (3) to drive a generator (5).    USE - For generating electric power used in facility of factory.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient generation of electric power without influence on weather while ensuring generation of clean electric power with inexpensive cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of the generation method of electric power.    Water channel (1)    Water turbine (2)    Speed up mechanism (3)    Generator (5)    Rotary shaft (8)
NOVELTY - A lower base (2) mounted on a roof, supports ridge side edge (5A) of a solar cell panel (5). The middle and upper bases (3) mounted on lower base, support the eaves side edge (6A) of another solar cell panel (6).    USE - For supporting solar cell panel installed on roof.    ADVANTAGE - The bases are assembled easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional views of the support of solar cell panel.    lower base (2)    middle and upper bases (3)    solar cell panels (5,6)    ridge side edge (5A)    eaves side edge (6A)
NOVELTY - The device has floats (1) equipped with ballasts (4) and a turbine (2) totally immersed along a longitudinal axle with respect to current, and with trash racks or deflectors arranged in its front side. The immersed turbine is placed opposed to the current, where the axle is directly connected to a generator (3). The turbine is adjusted in height by utilizing vertical slides (5).    USE - Used for generating electricity from natural motive force of soft water, brackish water and salt water from a river, a stream, an estuary and a bay.    ADVANTAGE - The turbine is totally immersed along the longitudinal axle with respect to the current, thus optimizing the utilization of motive force of the water without the need for construction of structural works in the aquatic medium and without modifying the aquatic medium. The efficiency of electric production is thereby optimized while minimizing the danger to the environment and preserving natural or anthropogenic usages of the aquatic medium. The device can easily be adapted to the needs and to the characteristics of the aquatic medium where it is used. The device effectively permits the utilization of one or several turbines on the same float according to the needs and constraints. The trash racks or deflectors avoid the entry of fishes or floating objects. The vertical slides permit to displace the turbine in the water body against the current at a desired depth and allow easy extraction of the turbine from the floats for maintenance operations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a transversal sectional view of an electricity generation device(Drawing contains non-English language text).    Floats (1)    Turbine (2)    Generator (3)    Ballasts (4)    Vertical slides (5)
NOVELTY - The panel has switchable active films (4) to modify propagation of solar radiation. The films modify optical properties of glazing under nature control effect. The films are placed on a side of the glazing without covering its entire surface. The switching of the films modifies performances of the glazing by transmission, reflection and absorption of the solar radiation. The activation of the film is obtained by an electric control.    USE - Used in building construction, as a glazing in a roof, bay, facing, or wall of a building, for transforming solar radiation into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The switchable active films modify optical properties of glazing under nature control effect, thus assuring active control of incident electromagnetic radiation such as infrared and visible radiation, and to control interior natural lighting. The panel is semi-transparent, and does not require utilization of mechanical component, thus permitting to limit breakdown sources and maintenance of the panel, in a drastic manner. The device permits to reduce various operations of a building site, and can be easily manufactured based on existing methods and machines used in flat glass transforming industries. The panel permits to improve comfort and energy efficiency of the buildings. The utilization of the panel allows modulation of transmitted radiation quantity, thus permitting to occult all or part of external radiation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an assembly of a photovoltaic solar panel.    Photovoltaic panel (1)    Photovoltaic cells (2)    Photovoltaic solar panel (3)    Switchable active films (4)    Electric connections `(Drawing contains non-English language text)` (5)
NOVELTY - The device has two sleeve rolls provided on opposite sides of solar cells. A flexible, laminar dragging unit is provided in connection with the rolls. A drive mechanism is provided in connection with the sleeve rolls. A sensor (4) detects imbrication of solar cells with light impermeable particles. The sleeve rolls are arranged along the upper and lower edge of the solar cells. The dragging unit has foils, made up of plastic.    USE - Used for cleaning solar collector and solar cell surfaces from snow and leaves.    ADVANTAGE - The cleaning device has high reliability, and can be utilized in a simple and economical manner. The device is manufactured in a simple and durable manner, while only small disturbance is occurred during its function.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a kit for a device for freeing solar cells from snow and leaves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a cleaning device.    Solar cells (1)    Foils (3)    Sensor (4)    Electro motor (16)    Control (17)
NOVELTY - The arrangement has a roofing unit (12) and an assembly unit. The assembly unit is fastened to an outside surface of the roofing unit. A support unit is fastened to a rear side of the roofing unit for connection with a carrier component (18). A reinforcing guide rail is provided between the support unit and the roofing unit and is connected with the carrier component with nuts.    USE - Used in a fastening system for mounting a roof accessory unit e.g. solar module, solar panel, and photo-voltaic module, on an inclined roof of building (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The support unit is fastened to the rear side of the roofing unit and the reinforcing guide rail is provided between the support and roofing units, thus allowing the arrangement to withstand high load, and simply mounting the roof accessory unit. The arrangement can be economically retrofitted in existing roof structures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fastening system comprising a fastening arrangement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective representation of a fastening arrangement.    Attachment arrangement (6)    Inclined building roof (8)    Roofing unit (12)    Assembly unit (14)    Carrier component (18)
NOVELTY - The plant has a solar module (2) attached on a carrying case of an electric tool by screws. The carrying case serves for accommodation of the module and a 12 volt solar charge controller. The charge controller is inserted in a cover of the case and the solar module allows adjustment of an inclination angle to the sun. The solar module produces charging current, which is conducted via the charge controller to a battery of the tool.    USE - Used for charging a cordless battery-operated electric tool (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar power plant make possibility to charge the tool remotely from an external power source and hence expanding the applicability of the tool also on the areas without power supply, that is in countries of the third world, during expeditions or leisure activities such as camping.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a housing with mounted solar module.    Carrying case (1)    Solar module (2)
NOVELTY - The dynamometer has a oar inducing a moment in a drive chain (1) with a flexible coupling (25). The coupling receives and passes the torsional moment to an electromechanical drive having a servo motor or a torque motor by a spring mechanism, where the drive is controlled by software and a change of the moment causes a relative rotation between two coupling halves.    USE - Electromechanical oar dynamometer for rowing machine.    ADVANTAGE - The electromechanical drive and the training device enable a realistic dynamometer rudder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an electromechanical oar dynamometer    Drive chain (1)    Oars (8, 9)    Coupling halves (14, 15)    Servo motor (17)    Speed sensor (23)    Flexible coupling (25)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a semiconductor PN junction battery, which utilizes the polarization action of an electric field in the PN junction between metal plates to generate potential difference between them including: depositing a semiconductor PN junction film between two metal plates with very small distance, the vacuum expansion and reduction of which and the polarization action of the built-in electric field in the PN junction generate potential different to provide electric energy to the load. The battery can work continuously in darkness. Multi-laminated batteries with the same structure can get even greater power.
NOVELTY - The rotor has a rotor body (1) pivotably supported in a fastener by a shaft (4) and with an impingement surface (2) with an edge (3). The edge has fins (32) that connect the surface with an outer edge (5), so that outlets (31) of the edge of the surface are formed between the fins, the outer edge and the surface. Diameter of a flowing medium is greater than the diameter of the rotor in a flowing condition of the rotor.    USE - Used for transforming of free flows of gases, air or liquid in a flow device and a turbine e.g. wind turbine, water turbine (Claimed), gas turbine and power turbine for generating electricity, and using or production of gas and liquid flows. Can also be used in a wind or water power plant, and residential area.    ADVANTAGE - The rotor increases the efficiency of the turbines e.g. water turbine, wind turbine, gas turbine and power turbine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an application of a rotor in a turbine for using or production of gas and liquid flows.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a rotor.    Rotor body (1)    Impingement surface (2)    Edge of impingement surface (3)    Fastener (4)    Outer edge (5)    Outlets (31)    Fins (32)
NOVELTY - A structure is provided to install a solar cell module within a small occupation area and to control easily the angle of the module by using a hinge connection.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A structure includes a plurality of solar cell modules and a plurality of supporting parts. The solar cell module(1) is connected with an upper portion of a defined space by using a hinge part. The solar cell module is capable of rotating. The supporting part(2) is installed at a lower portion of the defined space in order to support the solar cell module.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A module integrated a solar cell and a method for manufacturing the same are provided to exclude a cutting work of a solar cell, an attachment of a connection tap and an adhesive(thermosetting resin) using a dielectric film for the isolation of an anode and a cathode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A p-type silicon substrate(120) has a pyramidal surface structure. A front surface anti-reflective coating(110) and a back surface dielectric thin film(130) are respectively formed on a front and back surface of p-type silicon substrate. An integrated base electrode(170) and emitter electrode(180) are buried the back surface dielectric thin film. A high density p.sup.++ type back surface electric field layer(140) and n.sup.++ type emitter layer(150) are formed by doping respectively both electrodes(170,180) for an ohmic contact with a solar cell emitter and base. A unit solar cell comprises one comb-shaped common base electrode(170) and the other comb-shaped common emitter electrode(180), a mutual connection therebetween is electrically insulated by a dielectric thin film(160). An anode output electrode(190a) and a cathode output electrode(190b) are respectively connected with one side of the base electrode and one side of the emitter electrode. The base electrode and the emitter electrode are insulated from the outside by a seal layer(200).(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - The charge control circuit (201) supplies a predetermined electric current to the double layer capacitor (202) from the solar cell (101), so that a predetermined constant voltage is output from double layer capacitor.    USE - For electric vehicle and hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The power supply device is compatible with all electrical products which uses battery, and there is no need for special change for usage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for power supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell module (1)    solar cell (101)    charge control circuit (201)    electric double layer capacitor (202)
NOVELTY - A triangular prism has three outer surfaces functioning as an electric power generation surface. The prism is rotated by an angle of 120degrees during day time for tracking the sunlight.    USE - Solar power generation tracking apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The rotation position of triangular prism need be reset each day. Hence power needed for resetting is avoided. Improved mechanical strength is achieved. Resistance to bad weather is improved. Shadow is not generated when sunlight falls at an incidence angle of 60degrees or more.
NOVELTY - A wing cascade (6) has rectangular-shaped wings (5) near the wing rotary shaft (3) and wing stop pole (4) at right and left ends of rotary shafts. The cascades are equally spaced at an angle with respect to cylindrical support (2).    USE - For water and wind (both claimed) turbine.    ADVANTAGE - An elegant structure is provided by the arrangement of wing cascades, while enabling smooth rotation of rotary shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the vane-wheel apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    support (2)    rotary shaft (3)    wing stop pole (4)    wings (5)    wing cascade (6)
NOVELTY - A database (40) stores driving plan data (41) related to the driving plan of a hydroelectric power station, the system data (42) related to the river and the hydroelectric power station and the normal water level data (43) related to the normal water level in a predetermined place of the river. A prediction water level data creation module (50) produces prediction water level data from the stored data of database.    USE - For hydroelectric power station.    ADVANTAGE - The river water level fluctuation from the start to the stop of the water drainage operation of the hydroelectric power station is estimated in advance using the prediction water level data. The information useful for estimating a fishing spot is obtained based on the prediction water level data.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the prediction river water level data production system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    database (40)    driving plan data (41)    system data (42)    normal water level data (43)    prediction water level data creation module (50)
NOVELTY - A sensor (20) mounted onto the weight stack type training machine (10), measures weight lifting speed of the user. An information terminal (30) estimates the maximum lifting weight, under maximum efforts of the user based on the output of the sensor and produces the training menu indicating the estimated weight, rest time and lifting count for the user.    USE - For giving resistance training using weight stack type training machine.    ADVANTAGE - Appropriate training can be given to the user according to his capability by using simple technique hence training efficiency and safety are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) training assistance apparatus;    (2) production method of training menu; and    (3) estimation method of maximum lifting weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the resistance training system.    weight stack type training machine (10)    training unit (11)    load unit (15)    sensor (20)    information terminal (30)    host computer (40)
NOVELTY - Photovoltaic module (1) comprises photovoltaic cells (3) arranged on a support plate below which is located a support element in a detachedly connected manner.    USE - For an electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The module operates with high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the photovoltaic module.    photovoltaic module (1)    photovoltaic cells (3)    recesses (11)    sub-modules (13a, 13b, 13c)
NOVELTY - An intermediate panel (7) made of silicate glass, is mounted between front and rear panels (2,4). A plano-convex lens (8) is arranged on intermediate panel, coaxially with fresnel lens (3). The distance between intermediate panel and heat sink base (6) is greater than thickness of photocells (5) on rear panel and equal to or less than difference between focal length of convex lens and thickness of intermediate panel.    USE - For ground-based solar power plant for autonomous power supply in different climatic zones.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the photovoltaic module.    front and rear panels (2,4)    fresnel lens (3)    photocells (5)    heat sink base (6)    intermediate panel (7)    plano-convex lens (8)
NOVELTY - The electric power generator has bellows type or flat plate type three-dimensional wind turbine blades (A,A') in a safety dome (6), and a water impeller (B). The water impeller is rotated to generate power, when the water pressure is 0.3 kg/sq cm in water pipes such as tap water. The wind turbine needs a wind speed of 2 m/s.    USE - Installed on roof of house, factory, utility pole, lamp posts for power generation using wind, rain and hydraulic power such as tap water.    ADVANTAGE - The safety and durability of the apparatus are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the electric power generator.    safety dome (6)    dome board (7)    blades (A,A')    water impeller (B)    dome opening (F)
NOVELTY - The method involves using a semiconductor substrate (11) with web-shaped locally elevated structures (14) and line or strip shaped recesses (15,16) formed at its rear face (13). Electrical contacts (22,23) for collecting minority or majority charge carriers are disposed on one of the two longitudinal sides (18,19) of the recesses, respectively.    USE - For the production of two-sided or double-sided light-sensitive solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures simple and economic production of the solar cell. Ensures improved efficiency of the solar cell as well as reduction in the number of basis contacts, thereby reducing the overall surface area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The electrical contacts are not disposed on the other longitudinal sides (20,21) opposite the recesses or on a plate (17). The minority and majority charge carriers are produced using incident radiation energy. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM has also been included for the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic representation of the solar cell.    Semiconductor substrate (11)    Rear face (13)    Elevated structures (14)    Recesses (15,16)    Plate (17)    Longitudinal sides of recesses (18,19,20,21)    Electrical contacts (22,23)
NOVELTY - A ring retainer (12a) abuts on a rotating handle (11a) in upper portion of a push block device (11), so that the lower portion of the rotating handle abuts on a triangular push block (14). The triangular push block abuts with top surface of another triangular push block, such that the switch module (20) is pressed during emergency situation.    USE - For use in machinery and exercise equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Enables immediate stoppage of machinery and exercise equipment, hence damage of machinery and exercise equipment is reliably prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the elevational vie of the pull retainer emergency safety switch.    plastic housing (10)    push block device (11)    rotating handle (11a)    ring retainer (12)    triangular push block (14)    switch module (20)
NOVELTY - A energy converter (22) connected between pedal mechanism (32) and audio/video display unit positioned at handlebars of cycle, converts rotational energy of pedal mechanism into electrical energy for supply to the display unit. A ROM connected to processor, stores cycle operation instructions including pre-stored workout routines that correspond to respective unique sets of audio/video data and known level of rotational energy.    USE - Exercise bicycle e.g. video bike used with audio/video display such as TV display, audio/video recorder recorded with entertaining and educational programs, and video game computer monitor displaying pre-stored programs.    ADVANTAGE - The inexpensive exercise bicycle is simple and easy to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view and block diagram of video bike.    video bike (10)    video unit (12)    display screen (16)    seat (20)    energy converter (22)    pedal mechanism (32)
NOVELTY - The hydraulic electric power generation system has a conducting wire (7) that connects a generator (6) to a motor (2) for driving a hydraulic pump (3) connected to a hydraulic cylinder (4), for generating electric power.    USE - Hydraulic electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - A large electromotive force is produced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the hydraulic electric power generation system.    motor (2)    hydraulic pump (3)    hydraulic cylinder (4)    generator (6)    conducting wire (7)
NOVELTY - A support arm (5) supports solar cell support frame (1) through a shaft (6) provided at an angle adjustment plate (4) supported on internal and external supports (2,3) clamped to wall through bolts (14,15). The support frame is slidably rotated with respect to the shaft.    USE - Solar cell module attachment structure for solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module can be safely fixed to the wall surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the solar cell module attachment structure.    solar cell support frame (1)    external support (2)    internal support (3)    angle adjustment plate (4)    support arm (5)    shaft (6)    bolts (14,15)
NOVELTY - The double-sided light reception type solar cell module has a water-repellent layer (14) formed as a protective layer on a reverse side of a resin base material (13) with a highly wet-resistant transparent resin sheet by carrying out vapor-deposition coating.    USE - For photovoltaic cell such as solar cell (claimed) used in curtain wall of building for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The double-sided light reception type solar cell module has excellent moisture resistance, workability and output characteristics, and single glass module structure with reduced performance degradation, without generation of crack at the time of heat deformation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the double-sided light reception type solar cell of single glass module structure with transparent back sheet.    photovoltaic cell (10)    tempered glass (11)    sealing agent (12)    resin base material (13)    water-repellent layer (14)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has an insertion type crimp terminal (54) with bent portion (56) inserted into insertion groove (51) in a terminal block (50). The internal lead wire (12) is fixed into the groove and is electrically connected with the insertion type crimp terminal.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The cable in the terminal block is connected with internal lead wire easily, without using operation tool such as soldering iron and driver for fastening, hence the number of components is reduced and the work time is shortened.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power lead wire connection method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the terminal block vicinity of the solar cell module.    internal lead wire (12)    terminal block (50)    insertion groove (51)    insertion type crimp terminal (54)    bent portion (56)
NOVELTY - The output cable (63) of the solar cell module, is held in the connection metal fitting (20) and the solar cell module is secured to the connection metal fitting. The solar cell module is fixed to the surface of the roofing tile through the connection metal fitting.    USE - For connecting solar cell module to roofing tile of building.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the fitting of the solar cell module with respect to the connection metal fitting fixed to the roofing tile, is increased. The work environment of the worker who fixes the solar cell module to the roofing tile is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for connection metal fitting of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the connection metal fitting.    connection metal fitting (20)    substrate (30)    short side support wall (40)    long side support wall (50)    output cable (63)
NOVELTY - An acceleration sensor detects the acceleration of user during walking, along predetermined direction. A determination unit determines that device (100) is mounted to target object at right angle, when value of acceleration output is in preset range.    USE - Momentum measuring device mounted to trunk of target object such as people, animal, for measuring consumption calorie, step-count of user during exercise such as walking.    ADVANTAGE - Device can be reliably mounted to user at right angle, so that step-count and consumption calorie can be measured accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing for operation of momentum measuring device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    momentum measuring device (100)    display (115)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (1) has dye (13) adhered to oxide semiconductor electrode (12) on electroconductive substrate (11). A catalyst layer (20) comprising platinum oxide or platinum hydroxide is adhered to a counter electrode (17) on the substrate.    USE - Dye sensitized solar cell in solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The conversion efficiency of the solar cell is improved and the cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for photovoltaic apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell.    solar cell (1)    electroconductive substrate (11)    semiconductor electrode (12)    dye (13)    counter electrode (17)    catalyst layer (20)
NOVELTY - The mechanism has a swinging weight (3) at tension springs (4) that are suspended in a ship or a flotation chamber over a pressure pump such as air pump (1) or hydraulic pump, where the weight swings up and swings down in a pumping movement. The pressure pump produces a pressure that is utilized for direct drive of a ship or as a generator for generating a current. The pressure also propels a marine propeller.    USE - Used with a drive system e.g. diesel engine, petrol engine and sail.    ADVANTAGE - The drive mechanism can be manufactured in a simple and inexpensive manner, and can be operated pollution freely. The drive mechanism is very compact and maintenance free.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sea wave driving mechanism.    Air pump (1)    Piston rod (2)    Swinging weight (3)    Tension spring (4)    Housing (7)
NOVELTY - A user interface allows a user to specify target values for a physiological sensor as a function of time for at least one value of time. A controller selects a playlist of audio data stored in an audio data store based on target values. A music decoder decodes audio data in a sequence that corresponds to the playlist. A music playback modulator causes the sequence or decoding to be modified based on values of physiological sensor.    USE - Used for influencing the emotional, psychological and physiological state of a user during physical exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Enables use of music and sound to influence the emotional, psychological and physiological state of the exerciser and utilize sonification and influence in feedback loop to provide particular exercise experience for the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the system.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an axle (11) with a pair of ends, and a set of disks are disposed along the axle. A set of vanes (41) are disposed on each of the vaned surfaces of the disks. Each vane moves from a position to another position that lies parallel to the vaned surface, where vane stands perpendicular to the vaned surface. A fluid current impinging on the vanes imparts a rotational force to a fluid wheel.    USE - Used for use in a water current e.g. river, stream and tidal current, for turning a generator (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fluid current impinging on the vanes imparts the rotational force to the fluid wheel, thus enabling the fluid driven apparatus in any suitable orientation, and hence maximizing the effectiveness of the fluid driven apparatus for turning a generator to capture a fluid flow in any direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fluid driven apparatus for turning a generator.    Generator (10)    Axle (11)    Disks (20)    Vanes (41)    Frame (50)
NOVELTY - The system has two interacting working fluid cycles utilizing both rich and lower multi-component working fluid streams (S130, S134) with higher and lower concentrations of a low boiling component. A separation system produces streams, and a heat exchange and transfer subsystems vaporize the streams using heat which is derived from an external flue gas stream. An energy extraction subsytem extracts energy from the streams.    USE - Used for extracting power from a biomass, agricultural waste and municipal waste.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the rich and lower multi-component working fluid streams in the interacting working fluid cycles improves efficiency of the system for extracting usable power from the biomass, agricultural waste and municipal waste.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method for mixing a fully condensed incoming work fluid stream    (B) a method for efficient extraction of energy from a hot flue gas stream.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of a cascade power system.    Stream (S104)    Vapor stream (S124)    Lower working fluid stream (S130)    Rich working fluid stream (S134)    point (300)
NOVELTY - The system has two interacting working fluid cycles utilizing both rich and lower multi-component working fluid streams (S130, S134) with higher and lower concentrations of a low boiling component. A separation system produces streams, and a heat exchange and transfer subsystems vaporize the streams by using heat which is derived from an external flue gas stream. An energy extraction subsytem extracts energy from the streams.    USE - Used for extracting power from a biomass, agricultural waste and municipal waste.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the rich and lower multi-component working fluid streams in the interacting working fluid cycles improves efficiency of the system for extracting usable power from the biomass, agricultural waste and municipal waste.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method for mixing a fully condensed incoming work fluid stream    (B) a method for efficient extraction of energy from a hot flue gas stream.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of a cascade power system.    Stream (S104)    Vapor stream (S124)    Lower working fluid stream (S130)    Rich working fluid stream (S134)    point (300)
NOVELTY - An exercise card holder (15) is displayed towards the user of an exercise aid (10) when user's wrist is in a palm up orientation. A timepiece holder (14), provided on the exterior surface (18) of a wristband (11) opposite a pocket (17), holds a timepiece (12). The timepiece holder is displayed toward the user's wrist and oriented palm down. The wrist band has timepiece holder, exercise card holder and exercise card display.    USE - For displaying data regarding weightlifting workout or other exercise routine.    ADVANTAGE - Provides trainer with ample time to assist multiple users during the course of each user's exercise routine by merely consulting the exercise aid worn by user requiring assistance. Minimizes risk that user would use incorrect exercise routine since exercise routine is displayed on both faces of the exercise card.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of an exercise aid.    Exercise aid (10)    Wristband (11)    Timepiece (12)    Timepiece holder (14)    Exercise card holder (15)    Pocket (17)    Exterior surface (18)
NOVELTY - The exerciser (10) has pair of jump-rope handle (12) with linear elongated grasper having a end (14). The handle has donut-shaped enclosure provided at end (16) along symmetrical axis of the handle. The enclosure accommodates counterbalancing weighted ball integrally within the handle for stimulating centrifugal action of a jump-rope.    USE - jump-rope exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - A jump rope exerciser without using a swing rope is obtained by providing counterbalancing weighted ball integrally within donut-shaped enclosure of handle to stimulate centrifugal action of jump rope hence the necessity to have high ceiling height and disadvantage due to stumbling on swing rope is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The enclosure forms a circular outer and inner sidewall annularly separated from each other so as to form a smooth inner channel for retaining and guiding weighted ball along circular track symmetrical about centerline of handle. The handle has flexible stretcher retained at chamber provided at end (14) to enable user to perform stretching exercise. The handle includes a timer to track total usage time of the exerciser    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the jump-rope exerciser.    jump-rope exerciser (10)    jump-rope handles (12)    ends of handles (14,16)
NOVELTY - The panel support rails (4) are parallely attached on the roof surface at equal intervals along the vertical or horizontal direction. The edges of the solar cell panels (5) are fixed between the panel support rails. The length, height and width of the solar cell panel are set same as the length, height and width of the roof tile (6). The edges of the solar cell panel are aligned with respect to the roof tile.    USE - For installing solar cell panel on roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Since the length, height and width of the solar cell panel are set same as the length, height and width of the roof tile, the solar cell panel is attached to the roof surface easily, without impairing the external appearance of the roof.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the roof attached with solar cell panel.    roof (2)    panel support rail (4)    solar cell panel (5)    roof tile (6)
NOVELTY - The device has a base plate (3), where attachment of the base plate on the roof profile takes place in such a manner that the weight of the equipment mounted at the attachment possibility is passed on the roof profile supporting the equipment so that roof screw is provided in the roof already on a supporting bar or a supporting metal construction. A roof sheeting is fastened using the bar.    USE - Used for attaching a photovoltaic equipment on a trapezoidal sheet metal roof, sheet metal roof and corrugated iron roof.    ADVANTAGE - The attachment device corresponds to high requirements to a wind-safe and high static pressure suspended device. The attachment device can be mounted in a simple and secured manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an attachment device.    Roof profile (1)    Supporting bar (2)    Base plate (3)    Mounting angle (4)    Mounting screws (6a,6b)
NOVELTY - The plate has a condition bottom (12), on which a module board (10) is supported with a solar energy module. The condition bottom essentially causes sufficient stabilization of a solar energy arrangement by its weight. The condition bottom is supported by a rotation device (26). The rotation device is a rotating assembly (20) with roll. The condition bottom is rotated around a vertical axis.    USE - Used for a solar energy arrangement (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The mounting plate provides simple tracking for the solar energy arrangement, such that stability of the arrangement is reached by the weight of the condition bottom.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy arrangement with a mounting plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar energy arrangement in a vertical partial section.    Module board (10)    Condition bottom (12)    Rotating assembly (20)    Electric motor (24)    Rotation device (26)
NOVELTY - The rib (8) has sides adjoined at an angle along an interrupted common inner edge extending longitudinally from a leading edge to the trailing edge of the rib. An aperture extending through the common edge and sides interrupts the common edge. The aperture enables coupling of the rib with a mast for pivotal movement of the rib about an axis extending transverse to the mast axis (5) and for sliding movement of the rib along the mast.    USE - For supporting airfoil surface of wind-powered vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the complexity of construction and improve the functionality of operating a reversible camber airfoil as used in a wing sail for a wind-powered vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Each side has a cambered outer edge for supporting the airfoil surface, with the outer edge extending longitudinally from the leading edge to the trailing edge. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a wing sail.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the wing sail with ribs exposed.    Base (4)    Mast axis (5)    Rib (8)    Spacer (10)    Trim line (22)
NOVELTY - The electric generating station has a reservoir (1) that is kept filled by tidal current powered water pumps (2). The pumps may be floating or submerged, and of paddlewheel, rotating vanes, or turbine design.    USE - For generating electric power supplied to regional grid.    ADVANTAGE - Enables use of any pump design that utilizes tidal currents to drive pumps.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures include a side view and an aerial view showing the tidal current powered electric generating station.    Reservoir (1)    Tidal current powered water pumps (2)    Pump array (3)    Dam (5)    Buoys (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a vertical vibrator (30) with lower and upper magnets that are disposed at a preset distance such that mutual magnetic poles oppose each other to generate a non-alternating magnetic field. A driving coil generates an alternating magnetic filed when an electrical driving signal is applied in a magnetic gap so as to displace the signal up and down in a mutual action with the non-alternating magnetic field.    USE - Vibratory exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The driving coil generates the alternating magnetic filed in the magnetic gap so as to displace the signal up and down in the mutual action with the non-alternating magnetic field, thus increasing the magnetic flux density in the magnetic gap to suppress the generation of the leaking magnetic flux in the magnetic gap, and hence realizing a high efficiency vibratory exercise apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a vibratory exercise apparatus.    Vibration generator (20)    Base (21)    Vibration plate (22)    Joint (26)    Vertical vibrator (30)
NOVELTY - A lever or knob of flow control valves (60,70) coupled within fluid conduits (30,40), adjust the resistances of the fluid flowing through one-way check valves (90,94) corresponding to push and pull efforts, respectively.    USE - Hydraulic controller for use with exercise machine (claimed) e.g. fluid-based hydraulic fitness equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The user is allowed to change the personal settings by adjusting the fluid resistance of the push and pull efforts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for exercise machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the hydraulic controller.    base (16)    wall portions (18,20)    fluid conduits (30,40)    flow control valves (60,70)    interconnection points (50,52)    one-way check valves (90,94)
NOVELTY - The machine has an articulating structure (34) with a lever arm including a depending link connected to weight used by a weightlifter. An adjustment mechanism has a connection device connected to a counterweight. The adjustment mechanism (46) has a moving unit to move the connection device relative to a pivot axis of a pivot in a support structure. An actuation unit actuates the unit for moving.    USE - Used in weightlifting exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The machine performs functions of a spotter without using cables, thus applying various different forces to exerciser`s weight throughout a single routine without assistance from the exerciser and without restricting the exerciser`s range of motion. The actuation unit actuates the moving unit, thus quickly varying effective weight removed from or applied to the weight that is used by the weightlifter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a weightlifting machine.    Vertical support (24)    Support structure (25)    Articulating mechanism (32)    Articulating structure (34)    Adjustment mechanism (46)
NOVELTY - The lever arms (7L,7R) are attached to resistance mechanisms supported by support assemblies (9L,9R), respectively. The support assemblies are adjusted to proper height on upright supports (2L,2R) to set variable resistances for rotation of lower arms with respect to clockwise and anti-clockwise direction by a controlling mechanism (10).    USE - For performing muscles building and toning exercises, and cardiovascular exercises.    ADVANTAGE - Simple machine with few necessary adjustments is achieved, hence unlimited quantity of muscular and cardiovascular exercises are performed using a single machine. Two mechanisms are offered to operate independently, hence quick and efficient workout utilizing the body's natural design of opposing muscle groups to operate any joint is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of promoting health.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the body fitness machine.    upright supports (2L,2R)    seat support structure (4)    lever arms (7L,7R)    support assemblies (9L,9R)    controlling mechanism (10)
NOVELTY - The adjustable brake mechanism (32) provides specified amount of resistance to cranks (14,16) as crank is moved through predetermined angular sector of rotation of crank. A brake sensor associated with the brake mechanism, detects and evaluates the amount of resistance to rotation being applied to the crank. A position sensor (36) detects the angular position of crank during rotation at a time when the brake sensor detects the amount of resistance.    USE - For training selected muscle for therapeutic purpose and athletic purpose.    ADVANTAGE - Realistic experience of riding on actual bicycle over varying terrain, is simulated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an isometric view of the exercise equipment.    frame (12)    cranks (14,16)    brake mechanism (32)    position sensor (36)
NOVELTY - The power plant has a floating unit (17) with a water sail that is lowered to tap power of water current that will push the unit downstream with force. The force pulls another unit (18) upstream by using a cable (37). The unit (17) raises the sail as the unit (18) lowers the sail to allow the unit (18) to go downstream and pull the unit (17) upstream while pulling a moving tank up using another cable (36).    USE - Electric power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The floating unit includes the water sail that is lowered to tap the power of the water current that will push the floating unit downstream with the force, thus eliminating the need of dam in a river that would stop fish and emissions to foul the air or water, and providing good remote power supply, mobile power, free energy supply, economically construct and run, good for on or oil grid applications, and very low noise pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of two floating units.    Floating units (17, 18)    Cables (35, 36, 37)
NOVELTY - The structure has a cable connected between a distal movable end of an awning fabric (18A) and a cable take-up (26A), where the cable take-up extends the awning fabric from the retracted state to the extended state by retaining a portion of the cable. Solar cells are provided on the fabric for generating photovoltaic power, where the solar cells wind about a rotatable awning roll with the fabric.    USE - Used in a sunny area, motor vehicle parking lot, and roofs of building.    ADVANTAGE - The structure has the cable take-up that extends the awning fabric from the retracted state to the extended state, thus extending the awning fabric to provide shade to areas, and retracting the awning fabric when shade is not needed. The structure is efficiently constructed, erected, maintained and covers large surface areas in a cost effective manner, and also includes solar cells for the generation of photovoltaic power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of two shade structures.    Shade structure (10A)    Rotatable awning roll (12A)    Awning fabric (18A)    Cable take-up (24A)    Cable (26A)
NOVELTY - A positioning belt (110) and a heating belt (120) are arranged opposing a pressing belt (130). The interconnector and photovoltaic cell are positioned between the heating belt and pressing belt that are maintained at predetermined temperature. The guide grooves for accommodating interconnector are formed on the surfaces of the belts.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cell and interconnector are soldered efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the solar cell module manufacturing apparatus.    positioning belt (110)    heating belt (120)    pressing belt (130)    heating block (132)    spring (134)
NOVELTY - The device (100) has light emitting diodes (LEDs) (20) that are mounted in the reverse side of the impervious type integrated solar cell (10) having several adjacent photovoltaic cells (11). Each photovoltaic cell contains reverse-side electrode (12), and each LED contains positive and negative electrodes that are mounted in reverse-side electrode of pair of adjacent photovoltaic cells.    USE - Illumination device used as white illumination device.    ADVANTAGE - Degrees of freedom while arranging light emitting diode (LED) is increased sharply and cost reduction is achieved by using simple structure. High electric power generation efficiency can be achieved since whole area of solar cell is contributed to photoelectric conversion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of illumination device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the illumination device.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    Impervious type integrated solar cell (10)    Photovoltaic cells (11)    Reverse side electrodes (12)    Light emitting diodes (LEDs) (20)    Illumination device (100)
NOVELTY - An impeller (17) has a rotary shaft (16) formed orthogonal to the water flow direction a water channel formation portion (13). The impeller is rotationally driven with the hydraulic power of the tap water flowing through the water channel of the water channel formation portion. The rotary power of the impeller is transmitted to a generator (21) through the rotary shaft.    USE - For use in e.g. factory to generate electric power using flower water on e.g. water pipe, irrigation ditch, feed pipe, drain pipe.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient rotation of the impeller or the vane wheel with the hydraulic power of the flowing water thus ensuring efficient electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional views and side view of the electric power generating apparatus.    Water channel formation portion (13)    Rotary shaft (16)    Impeller (17)    Output shaft (19)    Generator (21)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (20) has opposite ends maintained by a top mounting stand (6) and a base mounting stand (5). Multiple support protrusions (8) project from the bottom face of the top mounting stand and/or base mounting stand in order to fix a solar-power generation apparatus (S) on an installation surface.    USE - Used in e.g. house for producing electric power using solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - Cost effective due to reduced number of components. Prevents movement from installation place by providing protrusions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDNET CLAIM is also included for an assembly of solar-power generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the solar-power generation apparatus.    Base mounting stand (5)    Top mounting stand (6)    Support protrusions (8)    Solar cell module (20)    Solar-power generation apparatus (S)
NOVELTY - The device has a silo (1) whose conical base is divided into four. Water under pressure arrives in funnels, passes into pipes (2), and makes turbines to rotate before being pushed towards top for finishing its progression. Air driven at the beginning of mounting of the pipes is supplied by the base of the silo. Solar panels placed near the silo are used to operate an air compressor using energy provided by a generator of the silo.    USE - Used for creating water pressure to operate turbines with constant movement.    ADVANTAGE - The conical base of the silo is divided into four, thus permitting to rapidly increase water pressure, by contraction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view representing steep walls, concave base, oblique pipes and turbines.    Silo (1)    Pipes (2)    Walls (3)    Turbines (5)    Air diffuser (6)    Compressor (7)    Generator `(Drawing contains non-English language text)` (8)
NOVELTY - An actuator (35) coupled between a support device (30) and a base (10), supports the support device and a seat (40) relative to the base at selected position. A hand grip (62) attached to a handle (60) in the seat and coupled to the actuator, controls the actuator, so as to adjust the support device and seat for operating actuator without departing from the seat.    USE - Cycle exerciser with adjustable seat.    ADVANTAGE - The user is allowed to adjust the seat easily and rapidly, at required or selected heights or positions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A seat cushion (47) has an extension (44) with a slot (45) to receive a fastener (46) which is extended from a sleeve (41), to limit a rotational movement of seat cushion relative to the sleeve. The seat includes a remote control device attached on the handle, for controlling the actuator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front perspective view of the cycle exerciser.    base (10)    support device (30)    bars (31,32)    actuator (35)    seat (40)    handle (60)    hand grip (62)
NOVELTY - The turbine, pump or pump-turbine has a running wheel (1) with blades (1.1) on a hub (5) in a housing (2) with a flow regulating path. A suction tube guides the water coming from the running wheel. The hub is fitted to, or made in one with, the axis of rotation (1.2) of the running wheel asymmetrically,    USE - For water in a machine such as a Francis turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Variations in pressure are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an axial section through a Francis turbine.    Running wheel (1)    Blades (1.1)    Axis of rotation (1.2)    Housing (2)    Hub (5)
NOVELTY - The invention is specially related to silicon film solar cell integrated subassembly of possessing ZnO back reflection pole and preparation technique, which is important component of trapping light structure of silicon film solar cell for raising cell efficiency greatly. Method of using mask to coat metal pole through vaporization and combining with wet-process to erode ZnO is adopted in the invention to realize inline integration technology, which is key technique for silicon film solar cell integrated subassembly, of sub cell so as to fabricate the disclosed subassembly. Advantages are: simple method, high yield, low cost.
NOVELTY - The temperature regulating mixed plate photovoltaic heat collector includes tank with transparent cover plate, solar cell set inside the tank and wires, and features that inside the tank, there are also finned heat transferring tube plate strip comprising heat conducting metal pipe and heat absorbing metal fins and connecting unit. The solar cell is connected to the light accepting surface of the heat transferring strip, and the wires are led out from the tank. The present invention has the finned heat transferring tube plate strip ultrasonically welded, solar cell sealed with transparent cover plate or single layer sealing agent, electric insulation between the heat transferring tube plate strip and the solar cell with epoxy adhesive and aluminum nitride stuffing, the present invention has reliable heat transfer and sealing, low cost and high production efficiency, and is suitable for various kinds of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The temperature regulating mixed transparent photovoltaic tube includes transparent glass tube, solar cell set inside the tube and wires, and features that inside the transparent glass tube, there is also finned heat transferring tube plate strip comprising heat conducting metal pipe and heat absorbing metal fins. The solar cell is connected to the light accepting surface of the heat transferring strip, the wires are led out from the sealed end of the transparent glass tube, and the heat conducting metal pipe has its end led out of the sealed end of the transparent glass tube. The present invention has the finned heat transferring tube plate strip ultrasonically welded, solar cell sealed with transparent glass or single layer sealing agent, electric insulation between the heat transferring tube plate strip and the solar cell with epoxy adhesive and aluminum nitride stuffing. The present invention has reliable heat transfer and sealing, low cost and high production efficiency, and is suitable for various kinds of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The device has a semiconductor region that is fully depleted at zero bias voltage across a semiconductor device. A rectenna unit is configured to generate currents from two sources based upon power of an incident electromagnetic wave. An electron source is attached to a maximum voltage point of an antenna unit. The combined current from both sources increases the power output of an antenna (904).    USE - Used in a rectenna and rectifier (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The combined current from both sources increases the power output of the antenna, thus increasing detection sensitivity of the antenna of a low power signal.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method for creating a natural breakdown device    (B) a rectenna comprising a semiconductor device    (C) a natural breakdown diode comprising a semiconductor region of a conductivity type    (D) a method for constructing a rectenna    (E) a method for collecting electromagnetic radiation power    (F) an antenna component comprising a rectifier including a semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a semiconductor device.    Input channel (902)    Antenna (904)    Antenna sections (904a, 904b)    Rectifier structure (905a)
NOVELTY - The machine has a controller to determine both whether a fitness device is in operation and an operating speed of the fitness device in response to a fitness device information signal. The controller transmits the information signal from a sensor to output a control signal to variably control an electric current to be applied to an electromotor (160) to control motion and moving speed of the machine.    USE - Mobile fitness machine.    ADVANTAGE - The controller transmits the information signal from the sensor to output the control signal to variably control the electric current to be applied to the electromotor to control the motion and the moving speed of machine, thus enhancing the user to conduct exercises during motion, and hence attracting the interest of people to do exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a control method of an outdoor mobile fitness machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a mobile fitness machine with a stepper.    Main frame (110)    Front wheel (120)    Rear wheels (130)    Electromotor (160)    Stepper (180)
NOVELTY - The exercise machine includes a drive shaft, the link devices and the hinges which individually convert the linear motions of the corresponding air cylinders (200,300,600,700) into rotating motions to respectively perform the handstand, sit-up and knee folding exercises. A mat (300) on which a user can lie down or rest is inserted with the heating wires for warming up of a user.    USE - For handstand, sit-up and knee folding-spreading exercises of person.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates simple execution of different exercises at the same time while enabling warming of body of a user. Enables simple and convenient moving of machine with less force due to provision of transporting wheels. Does not need to provide a separate heating device for warming up of body of user. Allows user to read books or watch TV while using the machine or exercising with machine. Ensures safety of user while exercising handstand by providing an air vent valve in the middle of an air hose connected to the solenoid valve and port of one air cylinder, in case of power failure during handstand exercise. Enables utilizing exercise machine without limitation of time and space to provide whole body exercise and comportable rest. Reduces possibility of breakdown or damage in long term use by minimizing friction and impact on contact areas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The exercise machine includes an air compressor (500) which produces and stores pressurized air with the supply of electric power. Solenoid valves (520,530,540,550) send air passing through an air filter (510) to each of the air cylinder ports according to an electrical signal. The air cylinders perform a linear reciprocation using the air from the solenoid valve into the port of the head or rod side.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of exercise machine.    Air cylinders (200,400,600,700)    Mat (300)    Air compressor (500)    Air filter (510)    Solenoid valves (520,530,540,550)
NOVELTY - A damper (18) limits the vibration range of a bobbin (15) so that the bobbin vibrates within a predetermined vibration range. A center cap (19), provided at the central portion of a vibrating diaphragm (17), covers the bobbin.    USE - For vibration generating device of vertical exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures high efficiency and low-distortion frequency characteristics. Improves linear response of vibration system, and prevents leakage of magnetic flux in magnetic gap. Ensures high output.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a magnetic circuit; and    (B) a vibration generating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of speaker.    Yoke (12)    Bobbin (15)    Vibrating diaphragm (17)    Damper (18)    Center cap (19)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module apparatus has a rectangular solar cell module (16) with an end (22) fixed into mounting surface (23) of lower frame (24) by fitting the other end (19) of solar cell module to engagement portion (20), and by detachably attaching a fixing cover (27) on lower frame.    USE - Solar cell module apparatus installed in roof of common building and public building, for generating electric power using solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - The installation and maintenance inspection are performed easily and safely, without damaging solar cell module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module installation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module apparatus.    solar cell module (16)    ends of solar cell module (19,22)    engagement portion (20)    lower frame (24)    fixing cover (27)
NOVELTY - Exerted energy value is calculated in response to received task execution by calculating a work value based on received task execution data and determining the exerted energy value based on calculated work value. Physical performance index value is generated based on the exerted energy value.    USE - For measuring physical workload for task, such as exercise routine.    ADVANTAGE - Provides total management of fitness data by providing additional analysis tools, information on energy exerted, calories burned, and many other useful parameters not provided by the known systems. Enables measurement of physical performance on any machine or device requiring physical exertion and comparison of measured value with performance target.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of characterizing a physical performance device; and    (B) a computer-readable medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow chart of a method of measuring physical workload for a task.
NOVELTY - The system has different combinations of colored light emitting diodes (G1, R1, W) for indicating physical capabilities of an exerciser. A color indication of a color indicator is controlled by the capabilities of the exerciser. The combinations indicate whether the capabilities are insufficient or excessive so that the exerciser understands his/her physical condition from the combinations shown by the indicator.    USE - Used for indicating a physical capability of an exerciser during exercising on a fitness appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The different combinations indicate whether the physical capability is insufficient or excessive so that the exerciser easily and quickly understands his/her physical condition from the combinations shown by the indicator, thus enabling the exerciser to be aware of the physical condition during exercising on the fitness appliance, and hence facilitating easy communication between the exerciser and the fitness appliance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a color indicator.    Green Light emitting diodes (LED) (G1, G2, G3)    Heart beat (HR)    Red LED (R1, R2)    White LED (W)    Yellow LED (Yl, Y2)
NOVELTY - A power generation and supply system comprises solar cell(s), a rechargeable battery, an electrolyzer, a hydrogen distribution system, and an electricity distribution system in electrical communication with the solar cell(s) and/or the rechargeable battery.    USE - For generating and supplying electricity and hydrogen.    ADVANTAGE - The uses solar energy to generate and supply electricity and hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A power generation and supply system comprises:    (a) solar cell(s) (10) for producing an electrical current;    (b) a rechargeable battery (20) in electrical communication with the solar cell(s) for storing the electrical current produced by the solar cell(s);    (c) an electrolyzer (40) for producing a stream of gaseous hydrogen, wherein the electrolyzer is supplied with the electrical current from the solar cell(s) and/or the rechargeable battery;    (d) a hydrogen distribution system (50) for receiving the stream of gaseous hydrogen produced by the electrolyzer and supplying the hydrogen to a hydrogen-powered vehicle, a hydrogen-consuming device (80) or a hydrogen storage vessel; and    (e) an electricity distribution system (30) in electrical communication with the solar cell(s) and the rechargeable battery for supplying the electrical current to a power grid (70) and/or electrical device(s) (60).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a hydrogen delivery system.    Solar cells (10)    Rechargeable battery (20)    Electricity distribution system (30)    Electrolyzer (40)    Hydrogen distribution system (50)    Electrical devices (60)    Power grid (70)    Hydrogen-consuming device (80)    Fuel cell (90)
NOVELTY - The solar concentrator has rows of solar cells (12) alternating with rows of collapsible reflectors (13) to reflect incident energy onto directly adjacent solar cells. Each row of reflectors includes a sheet having a pair of opposite surfaces with reflective coating on one surface facing away from a base on which the solar cells and reflectors are mounted. The sheet includes first and second sides in connection with two parallel edges.    USE - For spacecraft.    ADVANTAGE - Provides solar concentrator with which additional erector is not needed. Improves configuration and operation efficiency of solar concentrator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In the absence of external forces, the first side will pivot away from the base, and with the second side, will form a cross-sectional triangular shape. Upon exertion of compressive force, the second side is capable of being folded towards the base and the sheet will collapse.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a conceptual view of a solar concentrator.    Panel substrate (11)    Solar cells (12)    Reflectors (13)    Panel sides (14,15)
NOVELTY - A first stage condenser (28) consists of core tubes, each having an extraction channel (44) at the trailing edge located in an unfinned section of the tube and separated from the main section by a rib or baffle. Openings on the rib connect the central portion of the main section to the extraction channel. The upper end of each channel is connected to the lower ends of D-section fin tubes (38) via an extraction passageway and transfer duct.    USE - Air-cooled condensing system.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a condensing system that is thermodynamically more efficient and simpler in physical execution than current state of the art air-cooled condensing system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Each fin tube of the first stage condenser has a leading edge facing a cooling airflow and a trailing edge facing away from the cooing airflow. A stream extraction duct is connected to the trailing edge of the fin tube in a central region of the tube. A second stage condenser (29) has a size equivalent to between 5 to 10 percent of the size of the first stage condenser. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a steam condensing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the simplified schematic of the two-stage condensing system.    First stage condenser (28)    Second stage condenser (29)    D-section fin tubes (38)    D section (40)    K section (41)    Extraction channel (44)
NOVELTY - The micro gaps are provided between the thin plate and two pressure side plates (24,25). The pressure side plates surrounds the leaf seal (20) fitted between the stator (60) and attachment piece (62).    USE - For use in fluid machine e.g. gas turbine, steam turbine, water turbine, compressor, refrigerator and pump.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses gas from leaking out of fluid machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the shaft seal mechanism.    Rotary shaft (4)    Leaf seal (20)    Pressure side plates (24,25)    Stator (60)    Attachment piece (62)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (100) has a capacitor connected to the output terminal of the substrate photovoltaic cell (1) mounted on a steel plate (2).    USE - E.g. steel plate roof material integrated solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively reduces the damage caused by lightning-surge electric current. Improves the mechanical strength and atmospheric corrosion resistance efficiency. Does not require additional installation space and does not impair the external appearance of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layout of the solar cell module.    substrate photovoltaic cell (1)    steel plate (2)    steel plate roof material integrated solar cell module (100)
NOVELTY - The optical-detection apparatus (10) has a photodetector (3) that is mold sealed with a dry porous gel (G), such that surface of photodetector, except heat radiation surface (4h) of solid cooling element (4), transmits light.    USE - E.g. cooling-type charge coupled device (CCD) camera, electron-tube apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of optical-detection apparatus is simplified, easily while improving cooling efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of internal structure of cooling-type charge coupled device (CCD) camera. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photodetector (3)    solid cooling element (4)    heat radiation surface of cooling element (4h)    optical-detection apparatus (10)    dry porous gel (G)
NOVELTY - The illumination device has a hub dynamo generator (7) attached to a bicycle wheel (8) on which corrugated hard plastic conduits (9) are fixed. Electric power generated by the dynamo generator due to flow of water on the conduits, is stored in a nickel cadmium dry cell. The forcible and automatic switches are operated for lighting LED lamp using the dry cell.    USE - For illuminating garden, public promenade, campsite, construction site, using small scale hydroelectric power generation arrangement setup with recycle goods such as bicycle wheel, construction material.    ADVANTAGE - The environmental hygiene is increased and the size and cost of installation are reduced by the use of recycle goods.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the electric power generation arrangement of illumination device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    screw-less electrical conduit tubes (1,2)    leg (6)    dynamo generator (7)    wheel (8)    corrugated hard plastic conduit (9)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a windmill (21) with blades each comprising solar cell panel (24) in the form of a transparent plate, for driving a generator. The electric power is picked out from the generator and the solar cell panel simultaneously.    USE - Sunlight and wind power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Enables raising utilization of wind force and sunlight, thereby improving efficiency of electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the wind mill in sunlight and wind power generation apparatus.    windmill (21)    frame portion (22)    frame (23)    solar cell panel (24)    top plate (25)    bottom plate (26)
NOVELTY - Left and right accessory plates (20L,20R) are interposed between roof material (3), to cover roof surface (2) between roof material and roof installation structure (4). Left and right pipes (22L,22R) are extended between opposing surfaces of installation structure and roof surface, to receive rain water flowing into gap between installation structures, so that position adjustment beam direction of installation is ensured.    USE - For covering roof surface of inclination roofs such as gabled roof in building such as house.    ADVANTAGE - Waterproofness of the roof installation structure is ensured and position adjustment of direction of beam of installation structure is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for accessory plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of the roof installation structure.    inclination roof (1)    roof surface (2)    roof material (3)    roof installation structure (4)    left and right accessory plates (20L,20R)    pipes (22L,22R)
NOVELTY - An exercise sensor that detects the acceleration and angular velocity of the holder when mounted to the human body, as body action data, is new. An identification unit calculates the step count value by extracting the periodicity of the acceleration and angular velocity. The exercise pattern of the holder is estimated based on the mapping data produced from the acceleration, angular velocity data and step count data.    USE - Health care apparatus for determining exercise pattern of user.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables the user to estimate the exercise pattern of the holder accurately, thereby assisting the health care of the holder effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows mapping data consisting of the acceleration and angular velocity data. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A pyrheliometer (13) and a temperature sensor (14) attached with a solar-cell module (11) measures the amount of insolation and the temperature of the module. A production-of-electricity monitor (51) connected with the pyrheliometer and temperature sensor, estimates production of electricity based on the amount of insolation data and temperature data, and displays the estimated data with the insolation and temperature data.    USE - For installing in buildings such as house, school or factory.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to calculate exact production of electricity with respect to the actual amount of insolation in the installation environment, and to detect the problem of solar-power-generation apparatus at the time of installation and at arbitrary measurement times.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the solar-power-generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell module (11)    solar-cell array (12)    pyrheliometer (13)    temperature sensor (14)    connection boxes (21)    power conditioner (31)    electricity distribution panel (41)    production-of-electricity monitor (51)
NOVELTY - The device has a set of parallel substrates holding a set of photovoltaic sensors (CP) and a set of switchable active films (FA). The active films act on solar radiation in a controlled and reversible manner. The sensors produce electric energy, and the films permit active control of light and thermal effects of the solar radiation in visible radiation and in infrared radiation that is transmitted across or beside zone of the sensors.    USE - Used in a building site, as a vertical or horizontal glazing (claimed) in a roof, wall, bay, or facing of a building, for transforming solar radiation into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The device permits to simultaneously produce electric energy and control the light and thermal effects of the solar radiation using the photovoltaic sensors and the switchable active film, respectively. The device permits to reduce various operations of a building site.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photovoltaic solar array device.    Electric connections (CFA, CP)    Active films (FA)    Photovoltaic cells (P)    Photovoltaic panels (1, 2)
NOVELTY - The device has a powered treadmill (1) subjected to superposed assemblies (E1, E2) that are combinedly mounted on with force sensors (4) for analyzing running of a user by utilizing the assembly (E2) or analyzing walking of the user by utilizing the assembly (E1). The assembly (E1) comprises independent platforms (2, 3) disposed in same plane side by side in a parallel manner to correspond to legs of the user.    USE - Used in biomechanical, sports and medical applications for measuring and analyzing forces exerted by legs (claimed) of a user.    ADVANTAGE - The device allows to easily and effectively analyze the walking and the running of the user in a simple, reliable, effective and rational manner, while avoiding the need for utilization of any additional device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a transversal sectional view of an exerted force measurement and analysis device.    Assemblies (E1, E2)    Powered treadmill (1)    Platforms (2, 3)    Force sensors (4, 6)    Common platform (5)
NOVELTY - A pulse input unit detects heart rate of a user at two points in an exercise period. A controller receives detected heart rates and calculates calories consumed using the detected heart rates, predetermined at rest heart rate of a user, and one or more factors selected from age of user, gender of user, weight of user, height of user, and percent of body weight attributed to the muscle of user.    USE - For use in measuring calories consumed by user.    ADVANTAGE - Enables instructing user of the most appropriate exercise intensity and time by measuring the calorie consumption during exercise. Simplifies measurement of calorie consumption by measuring the heart rate before and after exercising. Provides comparable results to POLAR A3 and treadmill at greatly reduced cost using portable device having non-invasive sensor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a hand held portable electrical device with measuring device;    (B) a method of measuring calorie consumption of a user; and    (C) a computer program with computer program code unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of interaction between a computer and a calorie measuring device.    Calorie measuring device (100)    Computer (200)    Display (210)
NOVELTY - The hitch has upper and lower sections (1, 2), where the section (1) has a support projecting in a longitudinal direction of the section (1). The sections are screwed with one another, where an opening width between the sections is variably adjustable. The upper section or the lower section is provided with a groove structure on both sides of its vertically bent side pieces. The lower section can be rotated around 180 degree.    USE - Used for fixing a mounting frame for a solar panel on a roof.    ADVANTAGE - The hinge is designed such that a solar panel can be simply and safely mounted in the roof surface, where fixation of the mounting frame or solar panel can be easily corrected or adjusted. The upper section or the lower section is provided with the groove structure on both sides of its vertically bent side pieces, thus enabling a positive fixing connection, and hence avoiding damaging of the groove structure by a washer of the screw connection.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a roof hitch.    Upper section (1)    Lower section (2)    Support (3)
NOVELTY - The mounting device has double pan (1) which is bigger than two roofing pans. The roofing pan covers double pan and by placing a layer of roof pan, roof becomes water proof. The water proofing adjustment of the double pan is ideally done over the roof beam (3) because plane space provides good ceiling and attachment is stable and sustainable.    USE - For the arrangement of photo voltaic equipments e.g. solar heat collectors on roof.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy and fast installation. Ensures safety of roof pans from wind.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - This arrangement provides good water proofing over the roof beam (3) and the assembling of this arrangement of the double pan is always successfully done whereby weight of the attachment rests directly over the roof beam. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Mounting device;    (B) Tool;    (C) Threaded rod; and    (D) Self drilling screw with tapped screw thread    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the mounting device.    Double pan (1)    Roof beam (3)    Threaded rod (5)    Nut (7)    Base plate (9)
NOVELTY - The vibration wheel ergometer has a wheel framework upper structure (17) along with a bottom bracket/crank lever (1) which is mechanically decoupled from the framework as well as a vibration unit consisting of vibration plate (2), vibration rack (18) and vibration engines (3). The damping elements (5,6) prevent the transmission of oscillations of vibration unit to the wheel framework upper structure.    USE - For geriatric patients or sportsmen.    ADVANTAGE - Enables compact training arrangement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the vibration wheel ergometer.    Bottom bracket/crank lever (1)    Vibration plate (2)    Vibration engines (3)    Wheel framework upper structure (17)    Vibration rack (18)
NOVELTY - A drive train is coupled to a magneto-electric device. One or more turbine rotor blades (10) are coupled to the drive train. Each rotor blade has a shaped leading edge (22). Preferably, a series of spaced tubercles (24) is formed along the leading edge.    USE - For electrical power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances fit and reduces drag of turbine rotor blade.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of turbine rotor blade.    Turbine rotor blades (10)    D-spar (20)    Leading edge (22)    Tubercles (24)
NOVELTY - The window blind has the normal functionality of variable sun screen but converts the excluded light into electricity. The slats (2) are made with photovoltaic cells fixed to the slat's upper surface. The slats face towards the external light to collect and convert it to electricity.    USE - For reducing light entering a building and for producing electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Provides energy window blind which enables ready application into retro and new build market, and can be installed by individual without any specific skills, and can contribute to reduction in global warming.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the construction of the energy window blind.    Headrail (1)    Slats (2)    Ladder braid (3)    Inverter (5)    Plug (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a controller modulating an audio output above and below given volume. A processor (46) establishes a target range of data, receives heart rate data from a monitor, and generates a command indicative of variation of heart rate data. The processor starts a clock and begins, at periodic intervals, to sample user`s real-time heart rate and compares the heart rate to the target range. Processor and ear clip providing user's heart rate to processor are mounted on a headset.    USE - Used for entertaining or motivating a person during exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The processor starts the clock and begins, at the periodic intervals, to sample the user`s real-time heart rate and compares the heart rate to the target range, thus allowing the user to comfortably enjoy their entertainment as long as their heart is beating in the desired range, and also quickly motivating the user to correct their exercise intensity by modulation of an audio output condition of the entertainment device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for motivating a person doing fitness exercises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow representation of logic used in a motivational fitness apparatus.    Processor (46)    Range selector (47)    Controller (48)    Volume control (49)    Monitor (57)
NOVELTY - The glove has a contact point provided on a thumb (10A), index, middle, third and little fingers, respectively, of the glove. The points are electrically connected with a controller. The contact point of the index finger controls a stepping board to incline down, and the contact point of the middle finger controls the board to incline up. The points of the third and little fingers control a moving band.    USE - Used for controlling an operation of a fitness machine e.g. jogging machine, and appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The thumb contacts the four fingers to get the needed operation of a fitness machine with easiness during exercise, and eliminates a need to move the hand to handle a switch. The contact point of the third finger and little finger controls the moving band, thus reducing the speed of the moving band.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a control glove.    Thumb (10A)    Middle finger (10C)    Third finger (10D)    Little finger (10E)    Contact points (11A, 11B, 11C, 11D, 11E)
NOVELTY - The present invention is related to a kind of assembly apparatus of power capacitor battery and solar energy charger. The assembly apparatus at least is composed of three elements including a solar energy panel, the interface circuit and the power capacitor, and can be manufactured from the electronic product together with three elements, or one element, or two elements; or can be mounted on the electronic product after it is manufactured independently. Regardless of the combination, the invention can be mainly with the dummy battery type capable of connecting to the battery molding, or be manufactured as a dummy battery molding such that it is easily mounted on the electronic product. At least two pairs of the positive and negative contacts for the dummy battery are designed to connect with three elements, the first pair of contacts includes the positive and negative contacts of the general battery; and the second pair of contacts is provided for connecting with three elements. The manufactured dummy battery molding is provided with at least two pairs of positive and negative contacts. The solar energy charger can be provided for the manufactured dummy battery molding in charging application. Thus, in addition to replacing the general battery, the application of invention is wider and more practical. Moreover, the invention has the advantages including completely utilizing solar energy, small volume, and wide application range.
NOVELTY - A controller (7) turns ON or OFF the switch used for operating storage battery (1) or solar cell (4), when the output voltage of solar cell charged by storage battery is more or less than predetermined voltage respectively.    USE - For charging storage battery such as lithium ion storage battery, nickel cadmium storage battery and nickel hydrogen storage battery of image pickup device mounted in personal digital assistant (PDA). Also applicable for video recorder and DVD recorder.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be charged using a simple structure. Unnecessary charging and discharging of the battery is suppressed, thus deterioration of the battery is prevented. Also the operating time of the image pickup device is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the circuit structure of the image pickup device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    storage battery (1)    diode (2)    switch (3)    solar cell (4)    controller (7)    power supply (8)    image pickup (9)
NOVELTY - The terminal box housing (11) comprises terminals to which respective cables (13,14) for external electrical connection are attached removably, by engagement of securing nail (63) provided at each cable, with he openings (31,32) of the cable insertion holes of housing.    USE - Terminal box for solar cell module of electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Handling is convenient and operability of solar cell module is improved. Waterproof property of terminal box is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the terminal box for solar cell.    terminal box (10)    housing (11)    cables with connectors (13,14)    openings of cable insertion holes (31,32)    securing nail (63)
NOVELTY - The lens (15) was arranged at the area that corresponds to the at least one side edge of the light receiving element (10) of the resin section (14). The resin section was molded with a resin mold, so that the tip mounting section and correction section of the light receiving element tip (13) and lead frame (11,12) were surrounded. The lead frame and the light receiving element tip of the tip mounting section (11a) were bonded with wire.    USE - Used for a photoreceiver of the infrared communication apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the structure of the light receiving element, thus lowering the manufacturing cost, while widening the angle of the beam spread.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline perspective diagram f the light receiving element.    Light receiving element (10)    Lead frame (11,12)    Tip mounting section (11a)    Light receiving element tip (13)    Resin section (14)    Lens (15)
NOVELTY - A contact plate (70) transmits static charge generated in the optical transceiver module to the metal casing (90), when the module is attached to the casing. The contact plate has several flexible tongues (75-78) that contact the casing.    USE - Mounting structure of optical transceiver module connected to cable.    ADVANTAGE - The static charge generated in the optical transceiver module is discharged to the casing rapidly. Hence malfunctioning of the transmitter and receiver in the module is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the optical transceiver module mounting structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    metallic side covers (11,21)    socket (40)    contact plate (70)    tongues (75-78)    casing (90)
NOVELTY - Semiconductor substrate (2) of solar cell (1) includes electric contacting on its rear side, lined on entire surface with conductive material, or layer sequence of conductive materials, covered by etching protective film (8) without masking, but selectively locally removed, e.g. by laser application.Separation of conductive layer into at least two regions (3,4) is carried out by acting on etching solution in section of removed etching protection film. Both etching protection film and conductive material may be steamed or sputtered.    USE - For preventing contacts casting shadows on solar cell front side.    ADVANTAGE - High efficiency and simple manufacture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows diagram of example of invented solar cell in cross-section.    substrate (1)    solar cell (1)    etching protective film (8)    regions (3,4)
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to sports equipment, and is especially one kind of intelligent computerized treadmill. The intelligent computerized treadmill has increased sensors, interface circuit, computer, display, keyboard and mouse. With PC installed for control and display, the treadmill has simplified structure and increased software functions. On the other hand, the exerciser may enjoy the video and audio programs or even chat in the Internet while running. The present invention expands the functions of the treadmill and raises the application value greatly.
NOVELTY - The present invention belongs to sports equipment, and is especially one kind of simulating sports treadmill. The simulating sports treadmill has increased sensors, interface circuit, computer, display, keyboard and mouse. The sensors installed in different positions sense the motion of hands and feet, and the sensed signals are transmitted to the PC, so that the exerciser can complete simulating sports, interactive sports and network game by means of the computer and Internet.
NOVELTY - The tool (10) has a coupling portion (12) with thin plates (11) that are connected along thickness direction using thread object (14), in the interior space of bag (13). The outer surface of thin plate contacts the inner surface of the bag, so that the frictional force produced in the adherent surface generates resistance with respect to external force.    USE - For constraining exercise of joint of human body, in pseudo experience apparatus (claimed) used during sport training, or used by old people and disabled person.    ADVANTAGE - Constrains expansion-contraction exercise, bending exercise and torsion exercise by big restraint, reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for pseudo experience apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective diagram of the exercise restraint tool, and top views of the coupling portion. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    tool (10)    thin plate (11)    coupling portion (12)    bag (13)    thread object (14)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses an electric running machine for lovers, which comprises an electric motor, two front roll shafts, two rear roll shafts, two running belts, two running boards, two power conveyoring belts, a vertical stand, an armrest and an electronic control panel. The machine makes it easy for lovers to do body-building excises while proceed emotion communication in the mean time.
NOVELTY - The electrical power generation apparatus includes at least one converter for converting light to electrical power, at least one reflector spaced from the converter to receive the light and produce reflected light that illuminates at least a portion of the reflector, and at least one ferrule coupled to the reflector and adapted to have light emerge from a polished terminated end thereof.    USE - For producing electrical power used in e.g. residential building.    ADVANTAGE - Optimizes material usage and cost effectiveness and provides greater sun energy for photovoltaic cells illumination.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing electrical power using a compact solar module apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure depicts an enlarged partial cross-sectional view illustrating detail of light transmission from a single optical fiber to solar cells positioned at a fixed distance from a concave mirror.    Coupler (400)    Ferrule (720)    Mirror clamp (730)    Clear plate (740)    Spacer (750)
NOVELTY - The interface system has an input unit for selection and input of workout data, a processor for electronically computing using stored and input data, and a display unit for displaying multiple terrains with options of selecting or creating tracks on or independent on displayed terrain.    USE - For use with physical exercise apparatus which provide a user total cardiovascular workout.    ADVANTAGE - Provides the user with total freedom to choose and create tracks in a virtual environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a screen view of the human-machine interface system.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing heart rate measuring sensor, such as heart rate bands for measuring exerciser`s heart rate during a fitness training performance. The measured heart rate information is passed substantially in real time and wirelessly to an electronics unit provided in a fitness training device. The heart rate information is passed to a system computer to control fitness training performances.    USE - Used for controlling and guiding a fitness training in a fitness training room provided with a fitness training device e.g. exercise cycle, spinning cycle, running mat, and rowing device.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables interactive training, allowing an exerciser to change his/her manner or intensity of performing an exercise on the basis of instructions given by the fitness training equipment, thus providing a possibility to achieve an ideal fitness training performance. The method permits measurement of e.g. jumping force in simple and reliable manner, and allows to measure the length of the exerciser`s running steps. The method allows e.g. the use of a heart rate band, like an access control card, as well as wireless monitoring of the exerciser`s own functions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an equipment for controlling and guiding of fitness training in a fitness training room provided with fitness training device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows components of a fitness training device.    Exercise cycle (3c)    Electronics unit (7)    System computer (11)    Video display (12)    Connection (13)
NOVELTY - A ram air turbine has governor shaft within the turbine that has an axis of rotation; yoke plate for adjusting pitch of turbine blades as it travels axially with respect to the axis of rotation; and concentric linear bearings that slidingly support the yoke plate on the governor shaft.    USE - Used for generating emergency aeronautical supplemental power (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention reduces likelihood of linear bearing seizure on governor shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cut-away side view of a portion of the inventive RAT.
NOVELTY - The frame includes a means (1) for collecting, storing, transporting and/or emitting light, heat and/or another medium. This means can comprise innovative lighting or solar cells secured to the frame via a multi-functional click-fit system.    USE - For doors or windows.    ADVANTAGE - Energy savings are possible.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-section of the frame.    Light and heat storage and emitting device (1)
NOVELTY - The frame material (502) has a pair of clamping structures (503a,503b) for clamping the solar cell panel (501). An elastic press element (509) presses the clamping structure provided at the non-light receiving surface side of the panel, from the opposing side of the frame material.    USE - E.g. for crystal system solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cell panel is firmly fixed to the frame material without using the sealant material, complicated operations is eliminated without increasing the size and cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell panel (501)    frame material (502)    clamping structures (503a,503b)    glass (505)    elastic press element (509)
NOVELTY - The system has a pump section (54) that operates in cycles to circulate water through a cover section. A control section (56) is arranged to be responsive to a value related to intensity of solar energy, such that during periods of greater intensity of the solar energy non-pumping periods of a pump section are of lesser duration, and during periods of lesser intensity the non-pumping periods are of greater duration.    USE - Used for heating water in a pool (claimed) e.g. swimming pool.    ADVANTAGE - The control section is arranged to be responsive to the value related to intensity of solar energy, thus providing self regulation during periods of greater solar intensity and during periods of lesser solar intensity, and hence efficiently operating the heating system, and also automatically regulating the timing of the pump cycles to match the intensity of the solar radiation without any human intervention.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a self regulating method of heating water in a pool.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a power and pumping section.    Solar power section (50)    Battery section (52)    Pump section (54)    Control section (56)    Switch (70)
NOVELTY - A turbine component comprises a substrate; and a protective structure formed on the substrate, where the protective structure comprises an alpha-beta titanium alloy, a near-beta titanium alloy, or a beta-titanium alloy.    USE - The invention is used as, e.g. steam turbine, a gas turbine, or a hydroelectric generation turbine (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention has improved erosion, impact, and wear resistant protective structures.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the turbine component.    Blade (10)    Dovetail portion (12)    Airfoil portion (14)    Leading edge (16)
NOVELTY - The panel retention mechanism has a square C-shaped holding structure (11). The holding structure has a flexible inner portion (21) which surrounds the solar panel and a hard outer portion (22) which contacts the installation frame.    USE - Panel retention mechanism for installing solar cell panel on roof of buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures waterproofness and firm attachment of solar panel to installation frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the holding structure of panel retention mechanism.    holding structure (11)    inner portion (21)    outer portion (22)    concave portion (24)    projection portion (25)
NOVELTY - The polycrystalline silicon (10) contains element(s) chosen from aluminum, calcium, strontium, copper and nickel as impurities other than dopant which determines the conductivity of semiconductor.    USE - As substrate for solar cell used in solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The polycrystalline silicon provides solar cell with large conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model sectional drawing of solar cell.    polycrystalline silicon (10)    anti-reflective film (20)    reverse-side electrode (31)    light-receiving surface electrode (32)    solder (33)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a strap shaped support lead (17) arranged in a row to the base (21). The support lead is arranged orthogonal to the suspension lead (12) formed at the lead frame and integrally molded to the resin package (2).    USE - For range finding module (claimed) used for auto-focussing of camera.    ADVANTAGE - The support lead absorbs the stress generated at the lead frame, thereby preventing the deformation of the lead frame and improving the assembly precision of the optical components of the range finding module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for range finding module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and side views of the resin package. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    resin package (2)    terminal lead (11)    suspension lead (12)    support lead (17)    base (21)
NOVELTY - Solar cell modules (M) are arranged on a roof (R) having roof materials (3) laid on a roof sheeting (2). A fixture (5) attaches a support material (4) to the roof to support the solar cell modules. A notch is formed at the roof material, and the fixture is inserted in the notch to fix the support material in state mounted on roof sheeting.    USE - For mounting solar cell module used when installing solar electric power generating apparatus in roof surface of building.    ADVANTAGE - Supports load of solar cell module in roof foundation by simple structure. Stabilizes attachment strength of solar cell module. Improves work ability, and reliably supports solar cell module under strong wind, such as during typhoon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the sectional drawing of the mounting structure for solar cell module.    Roof sheeting (2)    Roof materials (3)    Support material (4)    Fixture (5)    Solar cell modules (M)    Roof (R)
NOVELTY - The pressing pins (4) has a pressing portion for pressing the heated inner leads (3) on electrodes (2) and joining the leads to the electrodes using solder. The pins have a front portion (6) with a guiding portion for guiding the leads towards the electrodes.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module with single crystal/polycrystalline silicon solar cells, installed e.g. on roofs of house.    ADVANTAGE - Even inner leads with large undulations can be joined to electrodes with high joining strength. Position offset of the leads during joining is prevented. Power generation efficiency of the solar cell module is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of a solar cell module manufacturing apparatus.    solar cell element (1)    electrodes (2)    inner leads (3)    pressing pins (4)    front portion (6)
NOVELTY - The device has solar-cells (41,421-428) at its outside, that are expanded and stored in the shape of door by respective hinge shafts (3,49b,49c,49g,49i,49j,49k).    USE - E.g. flip-type mobile telephone, notebook personal computer (PC), remote controller of domestic electrical appliance, flip-type personal handyphone system (PHS), fixing-type mobile telephone, personal digital assistant (PDA), portable type PC, mini disk (MD) portable player, digital versatile disk (DVD) portable player, compact disk (CD) portable player, media player (MP3) player, audio player, camera, digital camera, video camera, digital camcorder, portable television (TV), radio, handheld game machine, air-conditioner, pocket pager.    ADVANTAGE - Charging amount is increased during charging while consuming less time for charging operation. Portability and compactness of the device are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side perspective view of solar-cell in electronic device.    hinge shafts (3,49b,49c,49g,49i,49j,49k)    solar-cells (41,421-428)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell (1) surrounded by ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) (2) and light receiving surface glass (4) are laminated to form a solar cell module (10). The solar cell module is exposed in supercritical or sub-critical atmosphere and the base material in photovoltaic cell is removed by decomposing EVA.    USE - For removing solar cell base material from solar cell module used in solar energy power generation system for domestic and business buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Silicon base material of solar cell module is effectively removed from the solar cell module and is recycled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic cell (1)    EVA (2)    Back cover (3)    Light receiving surface glass (4)    Frame (6)    Solar cell module (10)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (20) has photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The components (6, 2) are formed using preset resin material. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. Main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has favorable electric power generation efficiency, and curvature is easily suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module (20) has a photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The component (6) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at sunray injection surface. The component (2) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at reverse side of sunray injecting surface. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. The main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic cell (1)    reverse-side cover component (2)    filler (3)    photovoltaic cell main portion (4)    surface cover component (6)    shock absorbing material (7)    green glass board (8)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - The method of realizing interactive electrical treadmill is to set reaction key on the treadmill, and the reaction key is connected to the central control system. When it runs, the treadmill will prompt for whether to perform some sports regulation regularly. If the exerciser answers the sports regulation through the reaction key, the treadmill will regulate the run parameter under the control of the central control system, or else, the treadmill will continue the original run mode. Or, one other refuse key may be also set on the operation panel or hand rest for the exerciser to refuse the sports regulation. The present invention realizes man-treadmill interaction to raise the sports interest and effect.
NOVELTY - The controller regulates the arrangement interval of a base plate used in an exercise apparatus for training and exercising various muscle parts. The controller can be installed in the exercise apparatus by the user, and adjusted in position for performing a series of muscle exercises.    USE - For stand used in exercise apparatus.
NOVELTY - The system includes water turbines which are used to pump the water overflowing from a river. The pumped water is used to generate electrical energy.    USE - For generating hydroelectric energy using water overflowing from a river.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures cost-effective and safe utilization of water from an overflowing river. Ensures generation of income, improved irrigation to restore a forest, reliable treatment of water from overflowing river, and ecological balance in the environment. Ensures supply of water from the river to the hydroelectric energy generation system. Ensures that no water is wasted from the overflowing river. Ensures fertility of the agricultural grounds. Ensures that water can be distributed all over an agricultural ground or forest for irrigation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Treatment of water overflowing from a river;    (B) Water supply method;    (C) Irrigation method using the water from overflowing river; and    (D) Reforestation using the water from overflowing river.
NOVELTY - A processor directs retrieved video data to video display, while user (2) uses bicycle, and applies stored resistance data to resistance control mechanism in bicycle to selectively increase or decrease resistance applied to pedals (28) to accurately reflect known topography of cycling course displayed for user. A ROM stores pre-programmed workout routines and instructions for resistance control mechanism operation.    USE - E.g. exercise bike, exercise cycle and cardiovascular equipment such as elliptical machine, step up machine, climbing machine, rowing machine, treadmill, cardio etc.    ADVANTAGE - Enables a rider to experience as on actual course. Provides an interactive workout routine that engages the rider throughout the duration of the exercise session.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the video thickness apparatus.    user (2)    video fitness apparatus (10)    monitor (14)    handle bar (18)    pedal (28)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a cylindrical turning room (1) installed with rotary shaft (4) and a blade (5). The inflow pipe (2) and the discharge pipe (3) are connected to the room along the tangential direction.    USE - For rotating curved cylindrical water flow guide pipe.    ADVANTAGE - Provides high output energy at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the rotating apparatus of curved cylindrical water flow guide pipe.    cylindrical turning room (1)    inflow pipe (2)    discharge pipe (3)    rotary shaft (4)    blade (5)
NOVELTY - The gas adsorption element (10) comprises zeolite, silica gel and activated carbon. The element has a cylindrical shaped non-evaporating getter (13) such that compact formation sintering is not carried out in the gas adsorption element even when the element is heated to an activation temperature.    USE - Gas adsorption element for use in infrared sensor (claimed) and semiconductor chip.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deterioration of hydrocarbon gas absorption capability, thereby improving the efficiency of the infrared sensor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) infrared sensor; and    (2) manufacturing method of sealed container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the infrared sensor.    gas adsorption element (10)    non-evaporating getter (13)    infrared sensor (20)    infrared sensor chip (23)    adhesive agent (27)
NOVELTY - A declination shaft (22) has a vertical axial portion (10) attached to an inclined-axis portion (20) mounted to back side of seat (1) through a connector (16), so that seat rotates relative to rotation of axial portion by electric motor (38) attached to gear wheel (32) at lower end of axial portion.    USE - Exercise assistant device.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves simple structure and size reduction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of exercise assistant device.    seat (1)    vertical axial portion (10)    connector (16)    inclined-axis portion (20)    declination shaft (22)    gear wheel (32)    electric motor (38)
NOVELTY - An electric power generator (10) has a solar cell module on which light is irradiated via an irradiation panel. A sunlight condensing unit (12) condenses natural light, and an artificial light generator (14) generates light using lamp, LED, etc. A superimposition unit (16) superimposes the artificial light with the condensed natural light, and transmits it to the panel using an optical fiber (26).    USE - Solar cell electric power generation system used in e.g. home interior/outdoors.    ADVANTAGE - Temperature rise of the solar cell is minimized, since sunlight does not fall directly on the solar cell. Hence increases the electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a solar cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power generator (10)    sunlight condensing unit (12)    artificial light generator (14)    superimposition unit (16)    optical fiber (26)
NOVELTY - Compositions for producing coatings (5) on metal turbine or compressor blades (3) comprise a glass-ceramic matrix and a filler. One or both of these contains nanoparticles with a size below 1 micron.    USE - Producing coatings on metal turbine or compressor blades.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for coated components produced using the compositions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of a coated compressor blade.    Compressor blade (1)    Metal body (3)    Coating (5)
NOVELTY - The vane for a wind energy installation is equipped with collecting devices and comprises at least two parts so that a hollow space is formed, in which devices are placed for collection of dust, particles or loose objects.    USE - To collect impurities inside a vane of a wind energy installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The collecting dvices consist of a container with a funnel-shaped opening, with a valve or adhesive surfaces on the inside. The devices may also be a kind of filter positioned between chambers inside the vane.
NOVELTY - An exercise bicycle (1) power measurement system uses a sensor to measure the flywheel (4) rotation speed and an electronic tension sensor (6) to measure the brake force on a tension strap (3) attached to the linkage retained calliper (2, 5) brake .    USE - As exercise bicycle power measurement system.    ADVANTAGE - The novel system is suitable for use with calliper brake systems. It can be set up by the manufacturer so avoiding errors. It enables direct tension measurement which is not affected by brake wear.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exercise bicycle of the above system.    Frame (1)    Brake shoes (2, 5)    Tension strap (3)    Flywheel (4)    Electronic tension sensor (6)
NOVELTY - Training equipment (1) comprises a rotating and/or tilting base plate (2) with an acceleration sensor (51) and/or inclination sensor, a data line (54) connected to the sensors and an energy supply for supplying energy to the sensors.    USE - For a training person.    ADVANTAGE - The training equipment has a simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for determining body stability index. Preferred Features: The acceleration sensor and/or inclination sensor are used for twisting of at least 20degrees. The energy supply is via a USB connection or a Bluetooth connection. The base plate is positioned using a central support (46).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the training equipment.    training equipment (1)    base plate (2)    central support (46)    acceleration sensor (51)    data line (54)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring the rate of the exercise movement using an accelerometer. The accelerometer provides a limit indication to the person in response to a signal which is generated in response to the rate, when the rate exceeds a predefined limit.    USE - For measurement of exerciser's motion during exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Allows safe and efficient exercise.
NOVELTY - A hydraulic conduit (14) connected between pressure vessels (10,12) containing fluid (16), allows fluid to flow between vessels. A motor (24) converts hydraulic power obtained from the fluid flow into electrical power. A controller controls heat exchange assembly including coils (42,44), to alternately produce increased pressure in one vessel compared to another, so as to enable fluid flow through the motor alternately between vessel.    USE - Power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The power plant is simple and allows continuous generation of power by controlling fluid flow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of generating power in power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the power plant.    pressure vessels (10,12)    hydraulic conduit (14)    fluid (16)    motor (24)    coils (42,44)
NOVELTY - The output wire accepting portions (14a,14b) are arranged by the surface side of a box rather than the position of the center axis of the cable in the box. The penetration portions (15a,15b) provided at the output wires (6a,6b) and the penetration portions (16a,16b) provided at the output wire accepting portions coincide each other. The output wire and terminal board are connected with rivet.    USE - Terminal box for solar cell module, in solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the terminal box is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the terminal box.    terminal box (2a)    output wires (6a,6b)    output wire accepting portions (14a,14b)    penetration portions of output wires (15a,15b)    penetration portions at output wire accepting portion (16a,16b)
NOVELTY - A partition wall (15) inside terminal box (1), device inside of box into space (20) for accommodating terminal portions with respect to outer peripheral wall of box. A notch (16) is provided at upper edge of partition wall so that excess of insulating resin filled into the space, flows out through the notch.    USE - For solar cell modules in solar power generation system at roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of insulating resin filled into space in box, is adjusted to appropriate range, thereby improving reliability and durability of terminal box over a long time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for sealing method of terminal box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of terminal box.    terminal box (1)    cover (13)    partition wall (15)    notch (16)    space (20)
NOVELTY - A solar cell element (10), a filler (12) and a metal layer (13) are laminated between a surface protection cover (11) and a reverse side film (14). A metal frame (15) covers the periphery of the laminated structure and the metallic layer contacts with the frame.    USE - Solar cell module for electric power generation installed on roofs.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the solar cell element is prevented reliably by transmitting the heat generated by the element to the frame through the metal layer, thus the power generation efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module near the metal frame.    solar cell element (10)    surface protection cover (11)    metal layer (13)    reverse side film (14)    metal frame (15)
NOVELTY - The production of electricity according to time, is calculated for each month, and a monthly temperature coefficient is obtained by dividing monthly electricity production with prestored monthly light receiving surface amount of insolation and solar cell array rated capacity. The monthly electricity production obtained from the coefficient is totaled and multiplied with design coefficient to obtain annual electricity production.    USE - Annual electricity production estimation calculation method of solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Annual production of electricity of solar system is calculated easily using simple and easy-to-use formula.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) computer readable medium storing annual electricity production estimation calculation program; and    (2) annual electricity production estimation calculation equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a data flow diagram explaining the annual electricity production estimation calculation process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A large concave mirror (1) and a small convex mirror (2) that is horizontally wide, reflect the sunlight, in order. A light receiver (3) receives the reflected light and heat is obtained by condesation of received light by a coolant passing on the reverse side of the receiver, to generate electric power.    USE - Electric-power-generation device with solar cell at roof of house, for warm water apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - More electric power is generated with low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for warm water apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of electric-power-generation device.    large concave mirror (1)    small convex mirror (2)    light receiver (3)
NOVELTY - The solar power generation elements (3) are arranged along the periphery of a hollow region (4) of balloon structure (2) that is filled with gas (6) having specific gravity lower than specific gravity of external air. The light reception time of solar power generation elements is increased to convert the light energy into electrical energy.    USE - For generating solar electric power for charging mobile phone, and for domestic purpose.    ADVANTAGE - Large electric power can be obtained efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar power generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional side view of the solar power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    balloon structure (2)    solar power generation element (3)    hollow region (4)    gas (6)    wiring (11)
NOVELTY - The power plant converts the force obtained from gravity-flowing stream into electric power by curvilinear blades connected to drum spokes. Each blade is provided with the slit for passing water to the previous blade, so that the blade curvature produces power according to the flow velocity. The shaft of a power generator is rotated to required speed by multiplying gear with contacts a toothed wheel rotated by rotor.    USE - Dam-less tractive power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The number of blades in the drum corresponds to the number of drums assembled into a rotor, thereby providing steady rotation and preventing mutual shadow reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory diagram of the operation of the power plant.
NOVELTY - Claimed is a method for monitoring and controlling recurrent movement patterns e.g. in cyclic or alternating movements using the parameters of amplitude and frequency of movement. These parameters are correlated with the average speed of a body, which is actually or virtually displaced. Also claimed is a commensurate assembly used in conjunction with e.g. a bicycle.    USE - Process and assembly to monitor repeated body movements on e.g. bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The process and assembly facilitate physical training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the general arrangement of the pedal monitor system.    Base frame (1)    bearing block (2)    bearing (3)    hand grip (4)    crank (5)    cable link (6)    control unit (7)    timing unit (T)    indicator (8)    monitor (9)
NOVELTY - The treadmill (100) comprises user movable arms (119a,119b) moved relative to a frame (105) supporting an endless belt (102). The lower ends of the arms wind/unwind a cable in a transmission system (203) which rotates a forward drive roller (205) for rearwardly rotating the belt coupled to roller. A motor assist device (501) which additionally drives roller, in combination with rotary motion of arms, moves belt rearwardly.    USE - For exercising cardio vascular system and skeletal muscles of lower body of user.    ADVANTAGE - The motor assist device provides additional assistance when the belt is less inclined and provides less assistance when the belt inclination is more, thereby enabling the user to maintain a relatively constant speed through multiple inclines which allow changing the workout difficulty in a more predictable fashion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front perspective view of the treadmill having the dual arm arrangement and motor assist device located forward of the drive roller.    treadmill (100)    endless belt (102)    frame (105)    arms (119a,119b)    transmission system (203)    drive roller (205)    motor assist device (501)
NOVELTY - The automatic transmission apparatus (1) comprises a torque converter including a pump impeller (10b) connected to the crankshaft and turbine (10a) connected to input shaft (11). An oil pump (20) connected to the impeller and the turbine. The electronic control unit (4) selects engine or the turbine as drive power source of the oil pump which generates oil pressure by rotation of selected engine or turbine.    USE - For vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the amount of oil discharged by the oil pump.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the automatic transmission apparatus.    automatic transmission (2)    electronic control unit (4)    turbine (10a)    pump impeller (10b)    input shaft (11)    oil pump (20)
NOVELTY - A fitness equipment (20) has plug-socket connector coupled to detachable interactive manipulator (21) and having several analog-signal input/output pins corresponding to pins of connector of manipulator. The torque and location sensors (23,24) of fitness equipment are connected to pins of corresponding connector. A microcontroller converts signals output from connector of manipulator, and sends to personal computer (30).    USE - Multifunction virtual-reality fitness equipment for indoor use.    ADVANTAGE - The manipulator automatically detects computer program message of personal computer, and stops operational function of the fitness equipment conveniently of correct message is detected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the multifunction virtual-reality fitness equipment.    fitness equipment (20)    manipulator (21)    torque sensor (23)    location sensor (24)    personal computer (30)
NOVELTY - The controller (12) manages the movement unit (5), based on the value selected from the electric power generation output, temperature and thermal storage material of the solar cell panel (2). The thermal storage section (3) was installed at the reverse side of the solar cell panel, while the other thermal storage section (4) was connected with the first thermal storage section.    USE - For electric power generation of houses.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the cooling effect of the solar system, thus improving the electric power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar system operating method;    (B) a computer program; and    (C) a recording medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the solar system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell panel (2)    Thermal storage section (3,4)    Movement unit (5)    Controller (12)
NOVELTY - The front side bending section of a crank shape was inserted with clearance to the gap between the hooking sections at edge the lower surface of the flat roof material, so that the thickness was formed equal to the gap. The ridge side bending section of the crank shape was arranged at the ends of the length direction and was used as the fixing section (11). The fixing section connects the starter metal fitting to the roof lining board.    USE - For flat roof.    ADVANTAGE - Provides reliable roofing operation of the building, thus improving the roofing operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a flat roofing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic of the starter metal fitting.    Fixing section (11)    Pillar (14)    Through hole (131-133)
NOVELTY - A case (4) accommodates a solar power generation sheet (3) having solar power modules (2) in a rolled state, such that the sheet is pulled out of the case for power generation. A controller (6) processes the power generated by the modules and supplies it to a target equipment.    USE - Solar power generation apparatus e.g. as blind of window, awning sheet, thermal insulation sheet in homes, buildings, vehicles, etc. Also for mounting of building walls, etc.    ADVANTAGE - As the solar power generation sheet can be rolled and stored in the case, it is easy to carry. The sheet can be placed as required based on the sunlight irradiation direction. When the street is used as a blind, direct sunlight can be avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a solar power generation apparatus.    solar power modules (2)    solar power generation sheet (3)    case (4)    controller (6)    rolling-up drum (7)
NOVELTY - A bypass line (16) which connects primary side and secondary side of water turbine (15), is provided at water pipe path (13) in parallel with the water turbine. A pressure reduction valve (17) is provided at bypass line, to control secondary pressure to a predetermined value.    USE - Water turbine electric power generation system for generating electric power using water from water works and industry.    ADVANTAGE - Operational efficiency of water turbine can be maintained highly. Also, is of simple structure and reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operation control method of water turbine electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of pipeline. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water supply tank (11)    consumer (12)    water pipe path (13)    water turbine apparatus (15)    bypass line (16)    pressure reduction valve (17)
NOVELTY - A stress relieving structure comprising cushion layer (30) formed between adhesive layers (20,40), is arranged between solar cell panel (10) and inverter (50), for reducing the stress transmitted to inverter when panel is deformed.    USE - Electric power generation apparatus with solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the stress produced when the solar cell panel is bent according to installation surface, by providing cushion layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains stress produced on solar panel when bent. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell panel (10)    adhesive layers (20,40)    cushion layer (30)    inverter (50)
NOVELTY - The V-shaped blades (2) are fixed on an elastic material (3) at the wheel periphery, by inserting the insertion portion (4) at the blade ends in the elastic material.    USE - For applications such as electric power generation (claimed), for implementing water pump function (claimed) for spraying water, for installation in fields for driving-away animals/birds (claimed) like sparrows, etc.    ADVANTAGE - An inexpensive wheel with V-shaped blades, is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawings of the wheel with V-shaped blades. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    wheel (1)    V-shaped blades (2)    elastic material (3)    insertion portion (4)
NOVELTY - The windmill or water turbine has output gear wheels (h) attached to shafts (b) of blades (a). The gear wheels are arranged at the periphery of an output shaft (d) and engaged with output shaft through a fixed gear wheel (e) and an intermediate gear (g). The output gear wheels have number of teeth set so that the blades perform half rotation for one revolution of the output shaft.    USE - Windmill or water turbine for generating electric power using wind energy or flow of water in building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to utilize energy of flowing wind or water efficiently for generating electric power by performing half rotation of blades or one revolution of output shaft and generate electric power without affecting earth environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the windmill or water turbine.    blade (a)    blade shaft (b)    output shaft (d)    fixed gear wheel (e)    intermediate gear (g)    output gear wheel (h)
NOVELTY - A generator (8) is fixed at the downstream side of a discharge hole (6) formed at the lower portion of an overflow weir (1). Any one or both of a dust removal device (14) that removes the dust (9) trapped by a screen (10) installed on the upstream side of the weir and an aeration device that performs aeration under water, are operated with the electric power generated by the generator from the water flow through the discharge hole.    USE - For maintaining sanitary condition of water flowing in water channel or river.    ADVANTAGE - The flowing water energy of water which flows through an overflow weir, is utilized effectively and no large fluctuation in electric power generation, is caused, even when the amount of flowing water overflowing down from the upper end of the overflow weir, changes. The dust trapped on the screen is prevented from being retained in the upstream side of the screen in large quantities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional side view of the sanitation facility. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    overflow weir (1)    upper end of weir (1a)    discharge hole (6)    generator (8)    dust (9)    screen (10)    dust removal device (14)
NOVELTY - The lamp (10) consists of solar-power generation panel (1) and illuminating unit (4) that are provided in the space (S) surrounded by supports (3) and attached to the supports. The illuminating unit illuminates using the power generated by the solar- power generation panel.    USE - Installed in street.    ADVANTAGE - Malfunctioning of lamp due to collision of strong wind pressure and flying object, is prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the natural-power-source utilization illuminating lamp.    solar-power generation panel (1)    photovoltaic cells (11)    supports (3)    illumination unit (4)    natural-power-source utilization illuminating lamp (10)    space (S)
NOVELTY - A water turbine (520) rotates upon reception of water flowing through the flow path (514) between the inflow port (512) and outflow port (516). An electric-power-generation unit converts the rotational force of the turbine into electric power. A flow-path control element is provided in the flow path between the turbine and inflow port, for controlling water flow.    USE - For use in water-discharge control apparatus (claimed) of flush-toilet device and washbasin.    ADVANTAGE - Realizes large flow rate of water, and prevents the malfunctioning of the apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for water-discharge control apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of generator.    generator (500)    housing (510)    inflow port (512)    outflow port (516)    flow path (514)    water turbine (520)    attachment (550)    flow path (552)
NOVELTY - The system has pressure sensors to output left and right foot detection signals, when left foot and right foot of user press plates (11a,11b), respectively. A CPU of a mobile phone (2) reads accompaniment music data at specific speed, based on tempo stored in memory, and changes musical sound of accompaniment music output by speaker (16a), when frequency of left and right foot detection signals reach reference value.    USE - For assisting elderly people, diabetes patient and other users in performing step exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The monotonicity of the step exercise is eliminated and tempo of optimal foot treading is provided with respect to various users. The burden placed on the knee, ankle and waist of the user, is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for step exercise assistance program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the external view of the step exercise support system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    mobile phone (2)    desk holder (3)    USB cable (4)    plates (11a,11b)    LED (14a)    input terminal (15)    speaker (16a)
NOVELTY - The system has a loading chamber storing water, where a pipeline is attached with the loading chamber load. The pipeline is connected to a spinning axis of a turbine. An electric generator is provided with a boiler.    USE - Hydroelectric system for use in a mining well.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hydroelectric system.
NOVELTY - A microcontroller is linked to a main computer through a network. The microcontroller obtains parameters by reading a bar code, and includes a load sensor, seat sensor, heart rate sensor and position sensor. The microcontroller controls a displacement unit, solenoid locks and solenoid stops.    USE - Exercise equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Connects to microcomputer to monitor number of execution, time of pause, over exertion, exercise position and heart rate. Allows intensity of workout to be limited and control of frequency of exercising.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The equipment includes a base and a main structure comprised of a seat and weights linked to a pair of projections having constraints fixed to a support. A lifter and pulleys are fixed to the projections.
NOVELTY - The system has two inlets (104) capturing materials, respectively from a fluid of an environment through which a vehicle is traveling. An internal turbine (108) produces electrical and mechanical energy from kinetic energy in the materials. A connector transfers the energy, and two doors are operated to open and close the inlets, respectively. A control system (115) seeks to operate the doors to optimize energy generation.    USE - Used for a moving vehicle (claimed) e.g. missile, aircraft, sensor-pod, space shuttle, ship, submarine and propeller.    ADVANTAGE - The control system seeks to operate the doors to optimize energy generation, thus efficiently extracting long-term harvested environmental energy from an external environment or a propulsion system of a vehicle in motion or operation. The system eliminates the need for rotating parts, thus providing a longer service life to the vehicles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a vehicle having an energy recovery system    (B) a method of testing a device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of a harvesting apparatus used to extract mechanical energy.    Inlets (104)    Actuator (105)    Internal turbine (108)    Outlets (109)    Control system (115)
NOVELTY - A doped semiconductor substrate (120) with thermoelectric properties, absorbs incident laser beam (150) over preset penetration depth. A measurement unit including an output electrode (145) at a side of substrate provided with window opening (110), and other output electrode (140) provided outside absorption volume determined by the opening, measures electrical signal induced by thermoelectric effect in the substrate.    USE - For detecting and characterizing high power light beam e.g. laser beam, for monitoring temporal and spatial profile of high power laser beams in high optical power applications.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal cross talk between pixels is limited to an acceptable level. the optical power of energy of high power laser beams, are measured with their temporal evolution and spatial profile.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) system for monitoring output of light beam generator; and    (2) method for monitoring output of light beam generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic overview of the detector for characterizing high power light beam.    window opening (110)    doped semiconductor substrate (120)    output electrodes (140,145)    laser beam (150)
NOVELTY - A swinging unit (5) includes oil cylinder (52) and rock arm (51) having rear end pivotally connected with upright support (2) through shaft (53). The oil cylinder arranged under rock arm, has upper end connected with rock arm through fixing bracket (54) and lower end fixed on upright support through fixing structure (55).    USE - For climbing treadmill for exercising user's arms.    ADVANTAGE - The slope of climbing treadmill and resistance against rock arm are adjustable, thereby enabling natural swinging arch of user's arms for exercising the arms to different extent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of adjustable rock arm.    upright support (2)    swinging unit (5)    rock arm (51)    oil cylinder (52)    shaft (53)    fixing bracket (54)    fixing structure (55)
NOVELTY - The apparatus includes a pair of foot support elements (54,56) whose one end is guided by a pair of guide links (58,60) for back and forth movement and the other end is guided by drive links (24,26) with cam guide. The pedals (50,52) supported by the foot support elements move in an oblong curve path when the foot of the user is rotating a crank attached to a framework supported on the floor.    USE - Standup exercise apparatus for simulating walking, jogging and climbing with arm exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The pedal movement exhibits a long stride with less pedal articulation. The foot pedal path can be changed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a right side elevation view of the exercise machine.    drive links (24,26)    pedals (50,52)    foot support elements (54,56)    guide links (58,60)
NOVELTY - The system allows users in unconnected environment to participate in interactive events, and porting interactive event data from stand alone exercise apparatus. The event data is processed to allow users from any location to participate in the events. The users are allowed to look at the output of events and to access to the events and data through internet.    USE - For providing environment for organizing interactive events for users of exercise apparatus, for monitoring cardio strength, endurance, total calories burned, calories burned per unit weight, total altitude gained, calories burned/feet of altitude climbed, distance traveled, distance traveled/unit calorie burned, heart rate, calories burned/avg heart rate, weight loss, avg heart rate/unit weight, weight lifted/unit eight, weight lifted/calorie burned, total aggregate weight moved/unit weight and other combinations of statistics of users.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the physical conditions of the users in real time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of the environment.
NOVELTY - The electric power is generated using the hydraulic pressure of underground stream, atmospheric pressure and compressed air. The compressed air is used for pushing water for enabling storage of energy. The weight of atmospheric pressure is reduced by the effect of compressed air.    USE - For generation of electric power using underground stream energy in hydraulic power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to generate electric power using natural energy of underground stream at low cost without generating pollution by using hydraulic pressure, compressed air and atmospheric pressure for generating electric power and prevents global warming due to emission of carbon dioxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power generation mechanism.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the underground stream energy utilization type electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    water storage tube (1)    water quantity controller (3)    compressed air storage portion (6)    regular water drainage portion (8)    air compressor (B)
NOVELTY - The module has interconnectors (31) in the gap between photovoltaic elements (30) to connect the photovoltaic elements, such that a neutral plane (34) of mounting region of interconnector in the gap is positioned at the light receiving side rather than the non-light receiving side of photovoltaic element. The photovoltaic elements and interconnectors are sealed by a cover (32) including surface film (32a) and reverse side film (32b).    USE - For solar power generation system installed in roof of house and wall surface of large building.    ADVANTAGE - The compressive stress on the interconnector is relieved when the light receiving side of the photovoltaic element is turned inwardly in wound-up state of the solar cell module. Hence fracture of the interconnector is prevented and thereby improving reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic elements (30)    Interconnectors (31)    Cover (32)    Surface film (32a)    Reverse side film (32b)    Neutral plane (34)
NOVELTY - Covering areas (S1,S2) in a collector (14) and a heat conduction board (12), cover the heat exchange surface (15) of a heat exchanger (11). The area ratio (S2/S1) of the covering areas of board and collector is in the range of 0.8-1.4.    USE - Condensing type solar cell module for electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Improves conversion efficiency of the solar energy into electric energy effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the condensing type solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    heat exchanger (11)    heat conduction board (12)    solar cell (13)    collector (14)    heat exchange surface (15)
NOVELTY - A ventilation unit (10) has magnets (14a,14b) for transmitting rotatory power of a water turbine (12) arranged in a water channel (2), directly to an air blower (17).    USE - For supplying water to automatic toilet device cleaning instrument. Also for supplying water to cabinet of kitchen or wash-stand.    ADVANTAGE - The air blower can be rotated by substantially equivalent rotation, without reducing the rotatory power of water turbine. The components used for converting rotatory power of water turbine into electrical energy are reduced. Thus cost reduction is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of ventilation unit of hydraulic power drive device.    water channel (2)    ventilation unit (10)    water turbine (12)    magnets (14a,14b)    air blower (17)
NOVELTY - The pulley (110) includes an actuation unit set between two pulley wheels (112,114). Actuating forces are selectively applied to either of the pulley wheels through the actuation unit while the other is allowed to rotate, to achieve desired gear ratios.    USE - Used in sealing, mountaineering and industry. For controlling angle of mainsail on sailing boat, or for kicking strap or boom vang on sailing boat.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies and ensures reliable achieving desired gear ratio.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded isometric view of the differential pulley.    Differential pulley (110)    Pulley wheels (112,114)    Frame (116)    Tie bars (120)
NOVELTY - The method involves generating a personalized knee kinematics model (70) from parameters representing degree of freedom of articulation of the knee. The model and parameters relative to type of physical exercise are loaded during utilization of a physical exercise apparatus (2) for generating a personalized control protocol (P2) to control primary and secondary units of the apparatus to force the knee to follow a predetermined movement.    USE - Used for improving sports gesture (claimed) of an athlete.    ADVANTAGE - The method permits to stress the human knee according to the personalized model, permits the user to improve the movements of knee joint in a manner adapted to the need of the user, and permits to personalize the physical exercise apparatus. The method permits the primary and secondary units of the apparatus to adapt to the morphology of the knee and provides personalized rehabilitation and assistance to improve the sports gesture. The method takes into account the weight of the limbs in a manner to obtain models and reliable monitoring, irrespective of the morphology of the user.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a personalisable training and rehabilitation system for improving sports gesture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows different steps of a training and rehabilitation method.    Personalized control protocol (P2)    Physical exercise apparatus (2)    Interactive unit (11)    Memorization unit (12)    Personalized knee kinematics model (70)
NOVELTY - On cylindrical building or constructure is fitted sun following solar installation, which is horizontally rotatable about vertical axis. Roof structure is in form of lean-to roof and solar installation is stationarily fitted on its inclined roof surface.Roof structure rest rotatably in peripheral guide on outer wall of building structure. Preferably solar installation covers entire inclined roof surface between roof ridge and roof eaves. Circular running track may be fitted to top end of building outer wall for under side of roof structure with rollers.    USE - For improved efficiency of solar installation.    ADVANTAGE - Low-cost design for high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows front view of cylindrical building with sun following solar roof installation.
NOVELTY - The internal combustion engine has impulse turbine (17) which is positioned within the hydraulic cylinder assembly (19). The impulse turbine is axially rotated by the reciprocating movement of the hydraulic cylinder. The pistons (6a,6f) are connected to the hydraulic cylinder assemblies, such that the cylinder assemblies are reciprocated towards or away from one another by the movement of the pistons.    USE - For use in car, van, trucks, rail vehicle and marine propulsion system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the fuel consumption of the engine by direct transmission of energy to the output shaft. Enables to operate the engine at different operating speeds according to the different road conditions. Reduces the size of the engine by simplifying the structure of the engine. Reduces the vibration generated in the engine by reducing overall weight of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the internal combustion engine.    pistons (6a,6f)    cylinder guides (12,13)    guide devices (15,16)    impulse turbine (17)    hydraulic cylinder assembly (19)
NOVELTY - The control system (100) has primary and secondary displacement sensor sets (112,114,116,118) to sense the displacement of rotor (102) along X and Y axes. A controller determines the validity of each of the displacement signals, based on the output of sensor pairs and the rotor rotational speed signal.    USE - For monitoring and controlling active magnetic bearing system of rotor in energy storage flywheel used in terrestrial and space applications.    ADVANTAGE - Detects and suppresses rotor displacement precisely, thereby increasing the overall reliability of the bearing system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of determining system operability of magnetic bearing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the active magnetic bearing control system.    control system (100)    rotor (102)    magnetic bearing assemblies (104,106)    displacement sensor sets (112,114,116,118)
NOVELTY - The method involves storing energy during periods of periodic motion of a joint e.g. ankle in which energy in absorbed by muscles. The stored energy is returned to the muscles during periods of periodic motion in which muscles are performing work. A resisting moment in addition to a moment necessary for the storing is produced at the joint.    USE - For reducing stance energy during running, walking, standing, bicycling, swimming or rowing, using walk-assist device and sport-assist device.    ADVANTAGE - Significantly reduces amount of work done by leg muscles during walking or running, hence the user become less fatigued and user's performance is improved while performing physical activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) method for rehabilitating muscles acting across joint; and    (2) method for enhancing performance of physical activity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of walk-assist device used in ankle.    lower leg (105)    shoe (131)    leg cuff (132)    walk-assist device (160)    elastic element (162,163)
NOVELTY - The method involves storing energy during periods of periodic motion of a joint e.g. ankle in which energy is absorbed by muscles. The stored energy is partially returned to the muscles during periods of the motion in which muscles are performing work.    USE - For reducing exerted energy associated with muscles e.g. leg muscles acting across joint e.g. knee, ankle during walking, running, swimming, cycling or rowing using walk-assist or sport-assist devices.    ADVANTAGE - Significantly reduces amount of work done by muscles during walking or running, thereby allowing the muscles to get certain amount of exercise. Increase performance of user during physical activities e.g. running.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) device for reducing exerted energy associated with muscles acting across joint; and    (2) device for reducing locomotion energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of walk-assist device used in ankle.    leg (105)    walk-assist device (130)    shoe (131)    leg cuff (132)    hinge joint (135)
NOVELTY - The system has an exercise machine (108) with a control component. A user interface enables a user of the exercise machine to enter a request on a waiting list to use the exercise machine when the exercise machine is not occupied. A computing device in communication with the interface manages the component of the exercise machine in order to enable or disable the exercise machine in response to the waiting list.    USE - Used for managing a health equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The computing device manages the control component of the exercise machine in order to enable or disable the exercise machine in response to the waiting list, thus automating and controlling the waiting list in an efficient manner, and hence preventing patron confrontation and bad customer relations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a layout of basic components in a health equipment managing system.    Touch screen (104)    Computer (105)    Video display (106)    Wireless network (107)    Exercise machine (108)
NOVELTY - Solar generator has several double sided light reception type solar cells (13) fixed between upper and lower joints (18,19), whose light receiving surface is perpendicular with respect to installation surface.    USE - Solar power generator installed in building.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the installation area without impairing the isolation and decreasing the peak output power, thereby reducing the installation costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for: solar power generator installation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the solar power generator.    double sided light reception type solar cells (13)    pillar (14)    foundation (15)    horizontal support structure (16)    fixture (17)    upper joint (18)    lower joint (19)
NOVELTY - The tap water flow energy utilization type ventilation fan system has a magneto rotor (11) rotating and generating electric power due to the rotation of a rotary shaft (5) of a water turbine (4) by the flow of water in a water pipe (1). A ventilation fan is driven by a direct current (DC) motor (17) actuated by the electric power generated by the magneto rotor.    USE - Tap water flow energy utilization type ventilation fan system and air cleaner.    ADVANTAGE - Saves electric power required for driving ventilation fan by using water flow energy in water pipe to drive ventilation fan.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the tap water flow energy utilization type ventilation fan system.    water pipe (1)    water turbine (4)    rotary shaft (5)    magneto rotor (11)    DC motor (17)
NOVELTY - A flexible sheet protecting a photovoltaic cell (13) is fixed to a solar cell module (10) that is fixed on pipe-shaped support using a screw (31). A waterproof sheet (33) is arranged on the upper surface of a roof lining board (34). An elastic element (32) is fixed in the head of the screw. An elastic layer is formed between the solar cell module and the support.    USE - For fixing solar cell module (claimed) in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy fixing of the solar cell module to different places inexpensively. Ensures favorable waferproofness to the solar cell module, by using the waterproof sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and sectional views of the solar module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell module (10)    Photovoltaic cell (13)    Screw (31)    Elastic element (32)    Waterproof sheet (33)    Roof lining board (34)
NOVELTY - The module comprises double-sided light incidence type solar cell elements (3) clamped between the light-receiving-surface side filler (2) and back-side filler, with respect to the transparent substrates (1,6). The back-side filler comprises laminated structure of optically-reflective sheet (4) and light-transmissible sheet (5).    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the electric-power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective diagram of solar cell module.    transparent substrates (1,6)    light-receiving-surface side filler (2)    solar cell element (3)    optically-reflective sheet (4)    light-transmissible sheet (5)
NOVELTY - The ultraviolet sensor has an upper electrode (27) and lower electrode containing titanium and platinum films (24,25) formed on respective sides of an ultraviolet ray photovoltaic film (26) to derive electric current according to ultraviolet light irradiated on the photovoltaic film without applying bias voltage.    USE - Used in amperometry apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the structure of the ultraviolet sensor without increasing the cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) ultraviolet sensor array; and    (2) amperometry apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the ultraviolet ray photovoltaic film.    Silicon oxide film (21)    Silicon substrate (22)    Titanium film (24)    Platinum film (25)    Ultraviolet ray photovoltaic film (26)    Upper electrode (27)
NOVELTY - The method involves pouring a fluid medium through a duct (1) of an energy converter to induce oscillations of a working element and to move a partition in the duct. The partition separates the flow path of fluid medium into two channels (22,24) and alternately opens and closes the channels.    USE - For use in wind and hydro-powered plants.    ADVANTAGE - Can effectively transform fluid flow energy into electricity. Achieves efficient use of energy when speed of flow is low, thereby increasing efficiency of producing useful energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows two horizontal cross-sections through a device for converting fluid flow energy into another form.    Duct (1)    Channels (22,24,212,214)
NOVELTY - Diversion gates (90) are provided at a high elevation position of a river (89). Flooding gates (92) are provided at the water intake of a tidal power basin (97). Guiding pipes (91), which interconnect the diversion gates and flooding gates, supply water for power generation.    USE - For generating electricity using river water.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures safety of environment against construction of tidal power basins, and increases water storage capacity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a tidal power generation system operating method; and    (B) a tidal power generating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of tidal power generation system.    River (89)    Diversion gates (90)    Guiding pipes (91)    Flooding gates (92)    Tidal power basin (97)
NOVELTY - A solar module (1) comprises a transparent support (2) having a structure on solar cell intermediate chambers (2a) producing a regular opacity together with the regular solar cell holes (3).    USE - Used as a solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar module is easy to assemble.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the solar module.    solar module (1)    transparent support (2)    solar cell intermediate chambers (2a)    regular solar cell holes (3)    solar cells (4)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor component/transistor (T) has an active semiconductor material area (A) as a sensor zone (SZ). The active semiconductor material area in the sensor zone is created from/with an organic semiconductor material (70). The transistor is formed on a substrate's (20) surface area (20a) and has a gate area (G) made from a gate material (30) embedded in gate insulation (GOX).    USE - For converting radiation energy e.g. x-ray, UV ray, into an electric signal, e.g. in semiconductor components.    ADVANTAGE - Filled by the organic semiconductor material, a specific area remains free in the form of a window (F) and forms a channel area (K) for the transistor between first and second (SD2) source/drain areas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side-view cross section diagram of the present invention.    Active semiconductor material area (A)    Window (F)    Gate area (G)    Gate insulation (GOX)    Channel area (K)    Second source/drain area (SD2)    Sensor zone (SZ)    Transistor (T)    Sensor element (10)    Substrate (20)    Substrate's surface area (20a)    Gate material (30)    Organic semiconductor material (70)
NOVELTY - A housing supplied with water from water turbine (41), accommodates the electrical generator (44). A thrust slide bearing (49) is supplied with water from water turbine through a tube (42) and a stator tube (45) for lubricating and cooling purpose.    USE - For use with water turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Increases service life of bearing and reduces maintenance and repair work. Reduces construction cost. Improves cooling efficiency of generator. Provides flexible electric generator which can be better integrated with water turbine of different types.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for turbine generator assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the electrical generator.    water turbine (41)    tube (42)    electrical generator (44)    stator tube (45)    thrust slide bearing (49)
NOVELTY - A solar cell arrangement comprises at least one solar cell having photoactive semiconductor layers and front and rear contacts that is connected to at least one separate protective diode (101) having a doped semiconductor substrate (11), an oppositely doped layer (12), front (13) and rear (15) contacts and a further separate contact (14).    USE - As a solar cell arrangement (claimed), especially for space travel.    ADVANTAGE - Solar cells and arrays can be protected by one or more diodes without affecting the solar cell material. Connection is problem-free and there is no extra weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a connection process for a solar cell string;and    (B) protective diodes as above    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A cross-sectional drawing of a protective diode is shown.    doped substrate (11)    oppositely doped region (12)    front contact (13)    additional contact (14)    rear contact (15)    protective diode (101)
NOVELTY - The watercraft has a kite-type element connected to it by means of a traction cable (3). The kite-type element is fitted with an adjusting devices and an energy generation unit (1), which delivers energy when the traction force exerted on the cable is modified. The energy generation unit is in the form of a piston-cylinder unit (2, 4) with a sprung piston, and a no-return valve (7), via which it is connected to the store of hydraulic fluid (8).    USE - Kite driven watercraft.    ADVANTAGE - The kite-type element can be better controlled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows one form of the arrangement.    Energy generation unit (1)    Piston-cylinder unit (2, 4)    Traction cable (3)    No-return valve (7)    Fluid store (8)
NOVELTY - Watercraft (21) comprises a kite-type element (23) connected to the watercraft via a traction cable (1) and provided with adjusting devices which are supplied with energy from the watercraft. The energy is transmitted in the traction cable or by an element on the cable.    USE - Watercraft.    ADVANTAGE - The kite-type element can be easily controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: An energy-transfer element (2) connecting the watercraft and the kite-type element is fixed to the traction cable. The energy-transfer element is an electrical cable, especially a carbon fiber cable or glass fiber cable. The energy-transfer element is arranged in a hollow chamber extending over the length of the traction cable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the watercraft.    traction cable (1)    energy-transfer element (2)    watercraft (21)    kite-type element (23)    cable insulators (26)
NOVELTY - An extension to a helical top wall (35) of an annular chamber (27) of the guide case (24), extends beyond an inner wall/top wall intersection (46) in a downstream direction, helically towards the turbine. The extension is wetted on its far side by water entering the chamber from the near end of the inlet port, and is wetted on its near side by water entering from the far end of the inlet port.    USE - For water turbine used to drive generator in hydro-electric installation.    ADVANTAGE - The near and far water streams are induced to match each other more closely, leading to a desired improvement in efficiency, simply by making a modest change in the structure of the guide case.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for assembly of guide case and turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the pictorial, perspective views of the guide case.    guide case (24)    helical top wall (35)    bottom wall (36)    inner wall (39)    extension (40)    top end wall of inlet port (41)    edge of extension (42)    shading line of top wall (43)    outer wall (44)    bottom end wall/outer tube intersection (45)    inner wall/top wall intersection (46)
NOVELTY - The turbine has a hub (110) mounted in a support portion. Turbine blades (122, 124, 126) are mounted adjacent to the hub, where the turbine has a rotor, and a sail is mounted adjacent to the rotor that is substantially in a shape of an airfoil. A furling mechanism selectively extends and retracts the sail adjacent to the rotor, where the furling mechanism is disposed substantially within the rotor.    USE - Used for converting a wind energy into a mechanical or electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The furling mechanism selectively extends and retracts the sail adjacent to the rotor, thus allowing to adjust the sail based on wind speed conditions, thereby preventing damages to the sail and other wind turbine components during high speed wind.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of constructing a wind turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a wind turbine.    Support portion (105)    Hub (110)    Turbine blades (122, 124, 126)
NOVELTY - The system has a cable (106) which is coupled to a linear motor (102), where the cable and the motor provide partial body-weight support to a user during human gait training. A controller (108) actively adjusts the operation of the motor based on the measured gait parameters. The controller adjusts the operation of the motor such that the force applied by the motor varies during a gait cycle.    USE - Used for training or diagnosis of a subject e.g. human.    ADVANTAGE - The controller actively adjusts the operation of the motor based on the measured gait parameters such that the force applied by the motor varies during the gait cycle, thus reducing the number of workers needed to assist the patient and also activating the hip, knee, and ankle flexor/extensors to effectively rehabilitate gait, and hence improving the fitness of the patient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of human gait training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial body weight support system.    Linear motor (102)    Cable (106)    Controller (108)    Load cell (112)    Treadmill (114)
NOVELTY - A multi-function swing consists of fabric sling, support stand, fabric hand holds, and foot stirrups with flexible attachment device, springs, and a swivel hook. It optionally includes a ball bearing swivel unit.    USE - For use as multi-purpose exercise, gymnastic, therapeutic spinal traction, and yoga swing apparatus for total-body active and passive exercise, and for total body stretching, Strengthening, balance, coordination, agility, neuro-muscular re-education, yoga, fun, back, neck and shoulder therapy and rehabilitation, spinal manipulation, lumbar-pelvic traction, weightless coupling, inversion therapy, hammock usage, meditation, sky chair, cervical traction, or thoracic traction.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive device allows one to achieve practically any posture, movement, stretch, or exercise imaginable from virtually any conceivable angle of position whether vertical, horizontal, prone, supine, side-lying, inverted, oblique, or any position in between. It provides a safe and comfortable way to achieve inversion therapy. Its design allows one to hang comfortably from the waist and pelvis instead of the feet like other inversion tables that can be very stressful to the ankles and lumbar spine. The sling may be opened out in a hammock-like shape and allow the user to sit forwards or sideways, beside sitting on the saddle of the sling with the cushion wrapped within the fabric.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an inversion therapy function of the invention.
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has solar cell elements that are connected using connection tab. The tab has clad plate with copper layer (20), Invar layer (21) and copper layer (22). The solder coats (23,24) are formed on both main surfaces of the connection tab.    USE - Installed in building, for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Proper electrical conductivity and soldering property are ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the connection tab.    Invar layer (21)    copper layers (20,22)    solder coats (23,24)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a pair of foldable support legs (5A) arranged between the solar cell arrays (10A), for maintaining the installation angle of the solar cell arrays. The support legs are attached to a side of the frame elements (21,23) of the solar cell module (1), through a hinge (6).    USE - For use with portable-type refrigerator and emergency power source system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reliable protection of the solar cell module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for emergency power source system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional views of the folding-type solar cell apparatus.    solar cell module (1)    support leg (5A)    hinge (6)    solar cell array (10A)    frame elements (21,23)
NOVELTY - The equipment has a water-turbine integrally-formed generator (6) detached from a coupling tube (5) provided at entrance side of discharge hole (2) of dam (1) through an attachment/detachment apparatus (7). A guide apparatus (66) guides the generator in vertical direction, and a discharge valve (8) opens/closes the discharge hole.    USE - For power generation at dam.    ADVANTAGE - The water-turbine integrally-formed generator can be easily attached or detached with respect to the coupling tube from the water surface by a simple installation. Inspection and repair can be performed with respect to the power generation equipment easily and quickly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the power generation equipment. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    dam (1)    discharge hole (2)    coupling tube (5)    water-turbine integrally-formed generator (6)    attachment/detachment apparatus (7)    discharge valve (8)    guide apparatus (66)
NOVELTY - The turbine installation comprises an introduction pipeline (61) through which gas of pressure more than atmospheric pressure, is introduced into drain chamber, and an ejection pipeline (62) for ejecting water leaking from the drain chamber. A vacuum pump (64) is arranged between the pipelines, so that the ejection pipeline pressure is lower than introduction pipeline pressure.    USE - Water turbine installation for hydroelectric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the permeation of water in generator storage chamber and enables generation of hydroelectric power in an efficient manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the water turbine installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    casing (11)    inflow port (15)    introduction pipeline (61)    ejection pipeline (62)    vacuum pump (64)
NOVELTY - The pergola has a solar cell array (2) and illumination device e.g. LED (3) provided at the upper and lower surfaces of roof portion, respectively. The illumination device illuminates using electric power stored when solar cell array is irradiated with sunlight.    USE - For temporary shelter in park, and in communication base.    ADVANTAGE - Even when massive blackout takes place in emergency, the pergola improves the convenience for escaping of person by providing bright light using illumination device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the operation of shielding portion. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    shielding structure (1)    solar cell array (2)    illumination device (3)    truss (6)    slope (51)
NOVELTY - An organic semiconductor solar cell (7) comprises an indium tin oxide (IT0) electrode (2), light-receiving layer (3) and aluminum electrode (4) which are sequentially stacked upon each other. The solar cell (7) and another solar cell (8) are connected in parallel with respect to external load (9).    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus such as solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a photoelectric conversion apparatus having excellent conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the perspective view, sectional view and equivalent circuit of the photoelectric conversion apparatus.    ITO electrodes (2,6)    light receiving layer (3,5)    aluminum electrodes (4)    solar cells (7,8)
NOVELTY - A photosensor control apparatus (Z) comprises several portable solar cells used as sunlight tracking sensors to automatically track the sunlight correct alignment direction, so that a solar module (X) has maximum output point.    USE - Automatic tracking solar electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves maximum electric power generation efficiency of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the automatic tracking solar electric power generation system.    direct current gear motor (2)    motor drive controller (5)    solar module (X)    mounting stand (Y)    photosensor control apparatus (Z)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (106) which connects the two adjacent photovoltaic cells (101,101') is formed to have a groove or corrugation.    USE - For solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the thermal stress produced when soldering the lead wire and the electrode of the photovoltaic cell, thus improving the electrical reliability of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the connector, connecting two adjacent photovoltaic cells in series.    photovoltaic cells (101,101')    light receiving surface finger electrode (102)    light receiving surface bus-bar electrode (103')    rear side aluminum electrode (104)    rear side silver pad electrodes (105,105')    lead wire (106)
NOVELTY - A frame (2) formed as an independent separate component comprises a closed gap (3) provided with sensor (4) for measuring strength of power transmitting unit (1) e.g. wire. The sensors (4-6) hold the wire in its center, such that the wire forms a bend at the closed gap, and is pressed against sensor by force (F2) that is proportional to force (F1) exerted in the wire.    USE - For measuring strength/acceleration in fitness equipment, rower, muscle training equipment and all types of training equipment at gym and home.    ADVANTAGE - Provides compact size measuring device which can fit into pocket of user. Enables easy transfer of measuring device from one fitness equipment to another.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the measuring device.    wire (1)    frame (2)    closed gap (3)    sensors (4-6)    force (F1,F2)
NOVELTY - A handle stem (4) that includes base (4b) connected with housing (8) and movable portion (4a). The movable portion is arranged on a side closer to handle bar assembly (2) and inclinably coupled to base. The handle lever adjusts the rotation angle of handle bar assembly and the inclination of the movable portion.    USE - Exercise bike.    ADVANTAGE - The exercise bike allows the user to control handle bar assembly into various positions. Height of the saddle can be controlled easily by the user. The user can easily ON and OFF the exercise bike, hence the exercise bike can be easily utilized by young persons, middle aged person and sick person.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side elevational view of the internal structure of the exercise bike.    handle bar assembly (2)    handle stem (4)    movable portion (4a)    base (4b)    saddle (5)    housing (8)
NOVELTY - A right angled conductor for a solar battery comprises a specific volume resistance of up to 50 microohms.mm and a 0.2% flow strength value of up to 90 Mpa. The conductor consists of copper (Cu), aluminium (Al), silver (Ag) or gold (Au).    USE - The arrangement is used as a right angled conductor for a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The conductor is economical to produce and the silicon wafer is not damaged during connection.
NOVELTY - Solar collector module comprise a reflector unit (1) for two collector types for leading beams either slanted behind onto an annular absorber (5) with cooled solar cells or to a central absorber (3).    USE - For generating thermal and electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The solar collector module can be retrofitted.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferred Features: The central absorber is formed as an outer spherical cap. The reflector unit comprises single segments. The absorber surface of the central absorber is partially thermally coated and has solar cells. The solar module is formed as a flat funnel over cooling bodies and is connected to a mirror via a seal (8).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hybrid collector.    reflector unit (1)    central absorber (3)    frame (43)    annular absorber (5)    seal (8)
NOVELTY - A solar concentrator (14) directing the received solar energy to a solar cell (12), has a Fresnel lens comprising line focus and spherical sections (16,18) with an off-axis configuration. An unpatterned section (20) adjacent to the line focus and spherical sections, distributes light uniformly over surface of the solar cell.    USE - For converting solar energy of sunlight into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the sunlight to concentrate on the solar cell at various angular projection of the sun at various solar altitudes, by utilizing the off-axis configuration. Reduces the size of solar cell and utilization of silicon in the solar cell, thereby reducing the cost of solar cell and improving efficiency of energy conversion system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) array of solar collecting devices; and    (2) solar concentrator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the energy conversion system.    solar cell (12)    solar concentrator (14)    line focus section (16)    spherical section (18)    unpatterned section (20)
NOVELTY - The ergonomic total body developer (EBD) suit is constructed as a form fitting body suit to which solid removable weights are attached. The weights extend over the entire body surface area. The purpose of attachment of weights is to increase resistance to body motions and to increase the mass to be effectively moved by the muscles, such that each movement actuated during the course of normal daily activities becomes an exercise.    USE - As ergonomic total body developer suit, for physical development, muscle toning, medical rehabilitation, sports training and for general exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The novel EBD suit permits a reduction of stress and tension of the tendons, ligaments, and joints, thereby reducing collateral damage due to excessive stresses and overexertion combined with a lack of acclaimation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The unit uses interchangeable and replaceable solid masses of lead and/or dense alloys that are positioned as desired or required. The suit is constructed of durable, breathable and semi-elastic material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above EBD suit.
NOVELTY - The energy of the joint such as ankle and knee joint, is absorbed during periods of periodic motion e.g. walking and running. The absorbed energy is converted into heat, electrical and mechanical energy which is transferred to limbs and walk-assist device, when energy is needed to increase kinetic and/or potential energy of the limbs.    USE - For exercising muscles acting across joint such as knee and ankle joint during walking and running for therapeutic and/or rehabilitative purposes and during sport activities e.g. cycling, swimming and rowing for enhancing performance or for training.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces both locomotion energy and stance energy during locomotion, thereby reducing the amount of work that the leg muscles have to do during walking. Enables increasing the performance of the user in bicycling, rowing and swimming.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) sport-assist device; and    (2) walk-assist device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a walk-assist device.    leg (105)    walk-assist device (130)    foot portion (131)    leg portion (132)    intermediate elements (133,134)    hinge (135)
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a crank connected to a flywheel, and an electronically controlled resistance mechanism device (300) applying resistance to the flywheel based on electronic control. A sensor outputs a signal indicating pedal velocity. A processor receives the signal and outputs multiple control signals causing the mechanism to apply more or less resistance to the flywheel based on an increase or decrease in pedal speed.    USE - Stationary exercise bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the bicycle provides a user with a more straightforward exercise routine regardless of the user`s familiarity with the stationary bicycle, and hence providing a hands-free exercise routine, and reducing the user interaction with many exercise routines.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of manufacturing an exercise machine having a straightforward operation    (B) a machine loadable software program for a processor of an exercise machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electronically controlled resistance mechanism usable by a stationary bicycle.    Electronically controlled resistance mechanism device (300)    Flywheel (302)    Crank (306)    Rotational resistance device (308)    Local control board (310)
NOVELTY - A charger (13) charges electric power supplied from the solar cell module arranged at the upper side of the support (15). A controller (14) controls the supply of electric power to the light emitting element (12) attached to the circuit board (26) arranged at the lower surface (15c) of the support. A sheet (20) is adhered around the semitransparent region of cylindrical case (2) accommodating the support.    USE - For solar power generating utilized for lighting outdoors, balcony of building, stairway, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the charger, controller and light emitting element are comprised as single light emitting unit within a cylindrical case, excellent functionality and sealing performance is achieved. Thereby providing solar light module that has high intensity with respect to external impact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar light module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cylindrical case (2)    light emitting element (12)    charger (13)    controller (14)    support (15)    lower surface of support (15c)    sheet (20)    circuit board (26)
NOVELTY - The method involves activating inverter sequentially based on three photovoltaic output setting value, so as to set value providing greatest output power as an updated reference photovoltaic output setting value. The process is repeated to return genetic algorithm process, when predetermined switching condition for following up variation in photovoltaic voltage power characteristic is satisfied.    USE - For controlling photovoltaic power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents frequently performing the inverter activation process too shortly, and thus increasing the overall working efficiency of the photovoltaic power generation. Improves the converging speed of the genes in the genetic algorithm process. Enables to track the maximum output power points.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the photovoltaic power generation system.
NOVELTY - A plastic frame (60) arranged around photovoltaic (PV) laminate assemblies (10,12) has contiguous edge connector (50) for electrical or mechanical connection with the PV laminate, and sealing structure (14) for attaching the PV laminate to the building structure e.g. roof.    USE - Structural building component for residential and light commercial buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The building component is easy to install and electrically connect with other tiles without requiring external wiring, by reliably attaching the laminate assembling to the roof of building.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the structural building component.    PV laminate assemblies (10,12)    sealing structure (14)    backplane assembly (20)    contiguous edge connector (50)    plastic frame (60)
NOVELTY - The unit has photo electric cells for generating electric current. The cells are arranged in a housing in a laminar manner. A temperature control (2) effects cooling or heating of the unit such that a constant temperature is maintained. The control consists of temperature sensors, which are arranged in proximity to the cells. A cooling body is designed as a hollow body through which a medium e.g. air or water is supplied.    USE - Used in southern countries in a photo-voltaic system that are arranged in the roof of a big building, industrial halls, single occupancy house and cattle or piggery equipment and in soil or river.    ADVANTAGE - The photo-voltaic unit allows to generate current in an efficient manner. The cooling body is designed as the hollow body through which a medium e.g. air or water is supplied, thus ensuring small variation in the temperature of the photo-voltaic unit, and hence increasing the efficiency of the photo-voltaic unit. The housing is designed such that the medium moves automatically in the body due to heating or cooling, thus reducing the expenditure for moving the medium. The photo-voltaic unit can be mounted on the photo-voltaic system in a very short time, thus saving the assembling time. The photo-voltaic unit can be assembled and disassembled in a simple manner. The temperature control makes the photo-voltaic unit to be cool during summer and warm during winter such that the temperature remains at an optimal value for the generation of current.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a photo-voltaic system consists of several photo-voltaic units    (B) a method for fixing photo-voltaic-units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a photo-voltaic unit.    Photo cells (1)    Temperature control (2)    Cooling body (2/1)    Cooling fin (2/2)    Housing (4)
NOVELTY - The solar energy collector has radiation absorbing components held by a retainer made of plastics. The retainer is arranged and fastened to a base element with burls.    USE - For collecting solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar energy collector can be manufactured easily and economically in different dimensions and forms, and can be easily and economically installed and replaced without using special mechanical engineering. The solar energy collector is expandable and well-ventilated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (A) Retainer;    (B) Group of solar energy collectors;    (C) Solar energy collector manufacture; and    (D) Kit of parts for making solar energy collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the retainer used in the solar energy collector.
NOVELTY - The surfaces of the solar or photovoltaic installation or module elements are manufactured in sinus wave shaped surfaces. The wave shaped surface is fitted to a square or rectangular form in the longitudinal direction and, on assembly, faces the direction where the sun is at its highest. The wave shaped surface is formed independent of the material, technology and physical components used for the module. The surface can also be formed as partial surface elements. The surface can be formed as a circular segment or arc shape.    USE - For increasing the effective surface of the solar system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables greater collection of solar energy and angle of incidence of the sunlight is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of the wave shaped surface.
NOVELTY - An electronic device comprises an electrode; a layer that contains photoactive material, which is either a composition including a host material, or a composition including a host and a guest; and a charge transport layer, including a charge transport material, located between the electrode and photoactive layer, where the charge transport material has a triplet energy level that is higher than excitation energy of photoactive material.    USE - As electronic device such as a light-emitting diode, a light-emitting diode display, a lighting panel, a photoconductive cell, a photodetector, an infra-red (IR) detector, a solar panel, a photoresistor, a photoswitch, a phototransistor, a phototube, and a photovoltaic (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The device having charge transport material that has triplet energy higher than the excitation energy of photoactive material, increases the efficiency of device. The charge transport material has a low barrier for carrier injection from electrodes, provides good electron or hole mobility and is capable of forming good quality thin films.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The composition does not include an electronic transport material. The photoactive material is an organometallic compound. The electronic device further comprises a charge injection layer located between the charge transport material and the cathode; and a hole injection layer located between a hole transport layer and the anode. The charge transport layer has a thickness of 50 - 1000 Angstrom . The photoactive material has excitation energy of 2.3 eV.
NOVELTY - The steam extraction control valves (23,24) are used in regulating the flow rate of bleed air supplied to the feed water heaters (17,20). The feed water heaters heats the water supplied to a boiler (1) using the extraction steam of the turbines (6,7,9).    USE - Thermal power generation plant.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to rapidly correspond to the steam amount supplied outside the thermal power generation plant, while ensuring minimal flow rate of required steam to the thermal power generation plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the system block diagram of the thermal power generation plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Boiler (1)    Turbine (6,7,9)    Feed water heater (17,20)    Steam extraction control valve (23,24)
NOVELTY - The walking motivation system has a quiz data processor (22) displaying a quiz relevant to the position designated on a displayed map using an operation panel (30). The quiz data processor displays the answer for the quiz while determining the approach of a mobile terminal carried by the user in the vicinity of the designated position according to the acquired mobile terminal positional information.    USE - For motivation of walking of elderly people for improving health of elderly people.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to motivate walking of user and enlarge walking range by displaying answer for quiz when user reaches designated position.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for program for walking motivation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the structure of the walking motivation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    positional information acquisition unit (10)    map data storage database (16)    map data acquisition unit (18)    quiz data processor (22)    display device (28)    operation panel (30)
NOVELTY - A magnetic coil (51) is fixed to one end side of a machine main body (10). Magnets (52) are arranged in the annular form at the periphery of the magnetic coil. A generator (50), which consists of the coil and the magnets rotates with a rotary shaft which is rotated by the eccentric rocking movement of a movable scroll member (30).    USE - For electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Provides scroll type expansion machine which does not need to be connected to generator, when used for electric power generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a side face sectional view of the scroll type expansion machine.    Machine main body (10)    Movable scroll member (30)    Generator (50)    Magnetic coil (51)    Magnets (52)
NOVELTY - The flat conductor (1) contains aluminum or its alloy material having purity of 99%, tensile strength of less than 80 MPa at normal temperature, electroconductivity of greater than 60% IACS and 0.2% resistance of less than 40 MPa.    USE - For forming lead wire (claimed) of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The flat conductor is inexpensive and suppresses deformation or damage of silicon crystal wafer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Copper plating is performed to the surface of flat conductor.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for lead wire for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows section of lead wire. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Conductor (1)    Solder metal plating (12)    Lead wire (50)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module satisfies specific equations using parameters such as operating voltage (Vop), operating current (Iop), reverse direction voltage (Vr) and reverse direction leakage current (Ir). The specific equations are: 0.7 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.9 Iop during Vr = 10 Vop; 0.4 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.8 Iop during Vr = 5 Vop; 4.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 0.9 Vop during Ir = 0.8 Iop; and 3.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 5Vop during Ir = 0.4 Iop.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains production of electricity of solar cell module efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the amorphous silicon solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell module (10)    Steel plate (11)    Insulation adhesion resin (12,14)    Solar cell element (13)    Transparent weatherproofing resin (15)
NOVELTY - Each solar cell block has a pair of substrates (130) sandwiching a middle substrate in such a manner that a convex portion (810) is formed at one end and a concave portion (850) is formed at the other end. The solar cell blocks are connected to each other by inserting a convex portion of one solar cell block into a concave portion of an adjoining solar cell block.    USE - Dye sensitive solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables solar cell blocks to be connected simply and conveniently like Lego blocks. Provides double the usual energy conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Seals (600) are formed between each substrate and the middle substrate. Transparent electrodes (500) are formed on the surfaces of the substrates opposing the middle substrate while transparent dye sensitive films (300) are formed on the surfaces of the middle substrate opposing the substrates. Electrolyte (400) is introduced between the dye sensitive films and electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a sectional view of the dye sensitive solar cell module.    Substrates (130)    Dye sensitive films (300)    Electrolyte (400)    Electrodes (500)    Seals (600)    Convex portion (810)    Concave portion (850)
NOVELTY - A case (2) accommodates light emitting diodes (LEDs) (11) in the light emitting portion at front surface. A solar cell (5) equipped with photovoltaic cell (31), is arranged at the upper surface (5) of case, for providing power for light emission of LED.    USE - For providing visual guidance to vehicle driver during night, installed in road.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the need for adjusting the angle of solar cell, by suitably arranging solar cell at upper end surface of case where reception of sunlight is maximum. Thereby, improving electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the self-illuminating visual-guidance mark.    case (2)    solar cell (3)    upper portion (4)    upper end surface of case (5)    light emitting diode (11)
NOVELTY - The steam turbine has several stage sections (7,9) and a device for power governing of the turbine before the first stage section (7). A second MP-Curtis wheel (27) with nozzles (29) is provided after the first stage section. The device for power governing of the steam turbine is designed as a Curtis wheel (15) with a nozzle ring (17) and several nozzles (19). The first and/or the second Curtis wheel is constructed as an impulse wheel, especially in Curtis design.    USE - Steam turbine for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Both in normal running and partial load running with power levels significantly below the normal rating the steam turbine can still run with good efficiency. The turbine can also run efficiently even in an overload regime.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal section through a design example of the proposed steam turbine.    stages (7,9)    Curtis wheels (15,27)    nozzle ring (17)    nozzles (19,29)    fresh steam line (21)    control valves (23)
NOVELTY - The invention provides a build-in dehumifying reheating multiple stage turbine. The steam reheater is set between the adjacent grades in the cylinder of the turbine, leads the new steam from the mainsteam tube behind the main valve of the turbine to the reheater to heat expansion desiccation and steam and falls its humidity to protect the turbine from the water erosion; the outlet of the reheaterconnects the sparse liquid expansion box through the sparse box valve and the exhausting aperture of the expansion box connects the condensator. The invention can directly desiccate and reheat the steam between the grades.
NOVELTY - This is a kind of non-dam hydroelectric power station and its equipment installation. It can have hydroelectric electricity generation without constructing dam. It is comprised of board chain roller hydraulic turbine, basic installation and electricity generating and regulating equipment and installation. Drive the hydroelectric board chain turn circularly through the force of every series-wound hydrodynamic board facing current, and drive transmission wheel and the dynamo connected with it turn to form electricity generating ability. The board chain roller hydraulic turbine of rather length can switch all the water energy in its installing flow into mechanical energy, and can realize various power requirements and conveniently regulating diversification of the force ability. It can make wide efficient use of water energy and hydroelectric electricity. Besides it can also realize concourse of many advantageous functions as little investment, quick effect, high force efficiency, strong through current ability, wide construction conditions, various construction ways, with no material effect and exchange to natural rivers and current, and so on.
NOVELTY - A sensing mechanism determines the position of a movable surface and relays an activation signal to an internal timer when the movable surface has traveled a certain distance. A halting effecter mechanism inhibits the movement of the movable surface in a direction of application of external force, for preset time, based on controlled activation signal received from the timer.    USE - Resistance exercise machine e.g. bench press machine, military press machine, triceps press machine, pull-down machine, rowing machine, dead lift machine, lower back extension machine, shrug machine, dip machine, neck machine, sit-up machine, abdominal oblique machine, abdominal crunch machine, an abductor-adductor machine, lateral raise machine, bicep curl machine, grip machine, rotator cuff machine, fly machine, pectoral deck machine, buttocks machine, hamstring curl machine, leg extension machine, leg press machine, squat machine, calf raise machine, anterior tibialis machine, rear deltoid machine, frontal deltoid raise machine, torso rotator machine and cable machine.    ADVANTAGE - Allows a user to perform isometric and incremental contraction or incremental and isometric contraction along the range of motion of the exercise performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) method of using resistance exercise machine; and    (2) kit for resistance exercise machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a functional block diagram of the resistance exercise machine.
NOVELTY - The system has a wheel (100) powered by ball masses that fall under gravitational force for causing the wheel to rotate. The ball masses are collected and inserted into a fluid shaft. The shaft includes two separate columns with valves at ends. A buoyant force raises the ball masses to a top of a device and deposits once again onto the wheel. A collector box is adapted to receive a spherical mass.    USE - Used for an energy generating mill e.g. wind and solar mills, and for geothermal energy production.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid shaft includes two separate columns with valves at the ends, thus providing the sealing function and hence preventing the fluid loss. The system effectively and efficiently utilizes buoyant and gravitational forces, thus stabilizing a growing national addicted dependency on foreign oil, and creating a new energy generating industry.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side plan view of a sealed-shaft gravity-buoyancy energy system.    Wheel (100)    Buoyancy shaft (200)    Collector box (205)    Ball (300)    Electrical generator (400)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has a carrier (30) with two cranks (33) rotatably or pivotally attached. The cranks comprise two wheels (34) rotatably or pivotally attached to ends of the cranks. A table (20) includes a chamber (22) formed in the table, where the carrier is slidably received in the chamber of the table. The table includes a bolt rotatably received in the chamber, and threaded to the carrier.    USE - Tilting inversion exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - The cranks comprise the two wheels rotatably or pivotally attached to ends of the cranks, thus massaging back portions of users in addition to rotational exercises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial exploded view of a tilting inversion exerciser.    Table (20)    Chamber (22)    Carrier (30)    Two cranks (33)    Two wheels (34)
NOVELTY - The device has a base including a top portion rotatably connected to a bottom portion. A bearing assembly supports the top portion on the bottom portion. A support connects a main handle (812) with specified length dimension to the top portion and supports the handle at an elevated position relative to the base. A hand clutch (856) is moved between limit positions by squeezing with user`s fingers.    USE - Used for strengthening arm muscles.    ADVANTAGE - The handle has the specified length dimension so that the handle is reduced or enlarged to accommodate users of all ages and sizes. The device is designed in a manner that the device is easily collapsible to a compact size, thus enabling the user to comfortably travel with the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side elevational view of a pushup device.    Main handle (812)    Support units (826a, 826b)    Hand clutch (856)    Finger handle (882)    Button (894)
NOVELTY - The device has a frame, and a weight support (40) associated with the frame. A dampening assembly (60) is associated with the weight support, where the dampening assembly selectively retards the movement of the weight support through a reverse range of motion. The dampening assembly is interposed between a base and the weight support, which is placed in the base. The dampening assembly has a velocity assembly and a dampener.    USE - Used with a smith machine, bench press, shoulder press, lateral pull down and rowing.    ADVANTAGE - The dampening assembly selectively retards the movement of the weight support through a reverse range of motion, thus returning the associated weight and support of the device to a starting position in an automatic and controlled manner, and hence adjusting retardation of the movement of the support to allow negative exercises or unattended return of the device, support and weight to the starting position.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for facilitating velocity weight training.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective front view of a velocity training device.    Frame (20)    Weight support (40)    Weight bar (44)    Plated weight (46)    Dampening assembly (60)
NOVELTY - The machine has a crank rotatably attached to a framework which projects outwardly from both sides of the crank. Pair of guide links (58, 60) are operably associated with foot support unit and framework to cause portion of a support unit to have a back and forth movement. Two pedals (50, 52) are configured to move relative to framework when foot of a user rotates the crank, where the pedals follow an oblong curve path.    USE - Exercise machine.    ADVANTAGE - The pedal is configured to move relative to the framework when the foot of the user rotates the crank, and the pedal follows an oblong curve path, thus facilitating to provide elliptical exercise machine capable of extended exercise with less pedal articulation that is more ankle friendly. The design of the machine thus facilitates safe operation in the standup position, and the arms and legs of the user can be exercised with the feet moving through a generally elliptical movement without excessive pedal articulation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a right side elevation view of an exercise machine.    Orbital links (24, 26)    Pedals (50, 52)    Foot support units (54)    Guide links (58, 60)    Frame unit (80)
NOVELTY - The method involves receiving instantaneous sensed data during a workout, the data is sensed by sensors and representative of a workout parameter of a user. The sensed data as a function of time is stored in a database having an identifier for each user. A stored historical data is received from previous workouts. A graphical representation of the sensed data juxtaposed with the historical data is displayed on a display.    USE - Used for providing a visual gauge of fitness progress to a network of users of a cardiovascular exercise machine e.g. fitness bike, treadmill, step machine, stair machine, rowing machine, and cross country skiing machine.    ADVANTAGE - The graphical representation of the instantaneous sensed data juxtaposed with the historical data is displayed on the display, thus effectively gauging the user`s fitness level. The method allows individual users to cooperate with others in their workouts as members of teams or leagues, in real-time or with previously saved workouts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a system for providing a visual gauge of fitness level progress to a user of a cardiovascular exercise machine    (B) a computer program product for enabling a computer to provide a visual gauge of fitness progress to a network of users of cardiovascular exercise machines.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of server side software architecture.    Relational database management system (202)    Operating system (204)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing an animated database (10) containing graphical images of a physical fitness program, where the graphical images include animated characters. A sequence of graphical images is created based on real-time interaction with a user as a function of user preferences and capabilities. Audio content is created along with the sequence, and the sequence of the images is displayed on a display screen.    USE - Used for operating a physical fitness program.    ADVANTAGE - The sequence of images is created based on real-time interaction with the user as a function of the user preferences and capabilities, thus facilitating to provide personalized fitness program based, without limitation, upon an analysis of the user`s health and fitness levels, individual preferences, habits, available equipment and goals, and other factors. The audio content is created along with the sequence, and the sequence of the images is displayed on a display screen, thus allowing the user to become aware of the intricate and precise movements of body, prevents injuries, and provides an incentive to maintain the fitness regime.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic illustration of an animated database containing graphical images for use in creating the physical fitness program.    Animated database (10)    Life-like characters (12)    Audio background accompaniment (14)    Background setting (16)
NOVELTY - The platform has two sets of control mechanisms (30) aligned linearly with a front wheel fixture. Each of the control mechanisms measures a rotary speed and a forward/reverse direction of a rear wheel, and sends the speed and the direction to a computer system (80). The control mechanisms connect the wheelchair with the computer system`s virtual reality interactive software/game, which simulates various real conditions.    USE - Used for placing a wheel chair (claimed) that is utilized by a handicapped person or a patient with a walking problem, during a physical therapy and training process, and to train a wheelchair athlete for a special game.    ADVANTAGE - The control mechanisms connect the wheelchair with the computer system`s virtual reality interactive software/game, which simulates various real conditions, thus enabling users to practice use of the wheelchair in a comfortable, natural, convenient and safe environment to improve muscle strength, heart and lung functions. The users can use multimedia effects of the virtual reality interactive software/game to improve fun during the physical therapy or training process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of combining a training platform with a wheelchair.    Training platform (10)    Front wheel fixture (20)    Control mechanisms (30)    Computer system (80)    Wheelchair (90)
NOVELTY - The box has a cooling unit (8) arranged at air supply opening (10) that is formed at base plate (5) of the box, such that the opening faces towards an air vent (9) provided at the lower portion of the air conditioner. A ventilation fan (12) is arranged at a cylindrical gas flow path (11) that connects the opening and the air vent, for ejecting the air from the path to exterior.    USE - Protection box of power conditioner for solar energy power generation system used in individual house, business complex and public facility.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses temperature rise in a power conditioner and reliability of the conditioner is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the production box.    protection box (1)    side plate (3)    base plate (5)    cooling unit (8)    lower air vent (9)    air supplying opening (10)    gas flow path (11)    ventilation fan (12)
NOVELTY - The irradiation area (21) of larger width than the width of a photoreceiving portion (20) is scanned by radiating light (12) along the scanning directions. The light requirement in each light reception area (19) of the light receiving element (11) for each scanning is obtained by a central processing unit (CPU) (17).    USE - For inspecting light receiving element.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the dispersion in the light requirement with respect to a scanning direction even when a dispersion exists in an irradiation area at the distribution of light intensity, thereby obtaining the light requirement accurately. Enables easy positioning of light receiving element and an irradiation area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for inspection apparatus of the light receiving element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the light receiving element inspection apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    light receiving element (11)    radiation light (12)    CPU (17)    light reception area (19)    photoreceiving portion (20)    irradiation area (21)
NOVELTY - The box has step-difference portions (19,35) that are formed at substrate (11) and a terminal board (30) in thickness direction, respectively. The terminal board is mounted on the substrate using a thread element (80), after making the end faces of step-difference portions to contact each other.    USE - For solar cell modules of solar cell panel provided on roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Positional offset of terminal board is corrected, hence fixing operation of terminal board on substrate is smoothly performed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the terminal box attached to solar cell modules. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    step-difference portions (19,35)    terminal board (30)    cable (60)    thread portion (80)
NOVELTY - A controller (10) calculates the difference in electricity production and difference in power supply amount to heat pump cycle (13), during collection of the heat from solar cell (1) and heat from atmosphere using heat collection units (2,20). The controller controls switching of the heat collection switching units (21,22) based on the calculation results.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power consumption and carbon-dioxide emission are reduced, by utilizing the natural energy effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) natural light utilization system operation control method;    (2) natural light utilization system operation control program; and    (3) recorded medium storing natural light utilization system operation control program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the natural energy utilization system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell (1)    heat collection units (2,20)    controller (10)    heat pump cycle (13)    heat collection switching units (21,22)
NOVELTY - The frame has a roof attachment structure (33a) attached to the roof lining board (2). A rod-shaped screw (9) is inserted through an insertion hole formed at the roof attachment structure, and secures to rafter (1).    USE - For attachment of solar cell module to roof of building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module is firmly and reliably attached to the roof. Achieves high electric power generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) mounting structure of solar cell module; and    (2) building.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the mounting structure of the solar cell module.    rafter (1)    roof lining board (2)    frames (3a,3b)    solar cell modules (4a,4b)    rod-shaped screw (9)    roof attachment structure (33a)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (20) for taking electric output of the solar cell element (21a,21b) is provided at the rear side of the solar cell element in which an adhesive agent is applied in the contact area between the lead wire and the solar cell element.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents air bubble formation in the lamination and prevents gap between solar cell element and the lead wire so improving the reliability and external appearance of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar cell module attached with lead wires.    Lead wire (20)    Solar cell elements (21a,21b)    Connection tabs (22a,22b)    Insulating material (25)    Electroconductive material attachment portion (26)    Binding wire (30)
NOVELTY - The hopping stick has a belt (4) provided at upper end of shaft (3) of engine (5), which is driven to a wound state, and slide bracket is pushed up by the expansion of the spring (2), when the driver pushes the emission button (10).    USE - Belt-type hopping stick used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides thrilling effect to the driver by reliably hopping with high jumping force.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the belt-type hopping stick.    housing (1)    spring (2)    shaft (3)    belt (4)    engine (5)    emission button (10)
NOVELTY - The case has two solar panels (1, 2) with an electronic module. The electronic module provides current to an electrical apparatus e.g. television (6), radio (7), fluorescent lamp (8) and lamp (9).    USE - Used for producing and supplying direct current to electrical apparatus e.g. television, radio, fluorescent lamp and lamp.    ADVANTAGE - The case can produce and supply the constant direct current to electrical apparatus for the entire day time during different climates such as during clear sky or overcast sky.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar case for producing and supplying direct current (Drawing includes non-English Language text).    Solar panels (1,2)    Television (6)    Radio (7)    Fluorescent lamp (8)    Lamp (9)
NOVELTY - The system has one prompt physically associated with a user, where the prompt is directly corresponded to a target area of the user. An instruction is provided, where the instruction is associated with prompt. Action taken on the prompt in accordance with the instruction impacts the target area. A prop (60) is integral in the action taken on the prompt in accordance with the instruction.    USE - Used for providing exercise to user.    ADVANTAGE - The action taken on the prompt in accordance with the instruction impacts the target area, thus allowing a user to efficiently learn to focus an exercise to a properly targeted region of the body, as assessed by a competent medical and exercise professional.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an exercise method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exercise in a schematic representation.    Prompts (4-8, 16)    Prop (60)    Hand prompts (110)    Matching towel prompts (110a)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a movable leg (41) and an immovable leg rotatably coupled together at upper ends of the apparatus. A reinforcing folding frame is horizontally coupled between the legs so that an end of a reinforcing folding frame is rotatably coupled to the movable leg. A locking unit causes the movable leg closed towards the immovable leg to be locked at a predetermined position.    USE - Exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The locking unit causes the movable leg closed towards the immovable leg to be locked at the predetermined position, thus increasing space efficiency of the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an exercise apparatus.    Leg assembly (40)    Movable leg (41)    Immovable leg (42)    Mat rotating unit (50)    Bearing unit (60)
NOVELTY - The exercise apparatus has a lower portion (602) which is rotatably coupled to a lower rubber grip portion (603) of a top portion (601) through a rotatable coupling comprising ball bearings (607), with a rubber interface between the bottom surface of lower portion and the ground.    USE - For pushup motion exercises.    ADVANTAGE - Increases muscle performance while reducing stress and/or fatigue on exerciser's wrist and extremities during exercise, for strengthening and conditioning the core upper body muscles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the ultimate push-up disk exercise device.    top portion (601)    lower portion (602)    rubber grip portions (603-605)    bearing holder (606)    ball bearing (607)    pad (612)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a longitudinally pivoting full body length bench assembly (12) pivotally mounted on a base structure. The bench assembly has a cushion which is supported by a frame. A drive assembly drives the bench assembly in a rhythmically implemented longitudinally pivoting manner. A gearmotor is mounted on the base structure. The gearmotor is drivingly coupled to the bench assembly via a Scotch yoke assembly.    USE - Used by a supinely disposed patient for implementing RBPM motion in his or her entire body (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The longitudinally pivoting full body length bench assembly is pivotally mounted on the base structure, thus enhancing the state of cardiac and cerebral health in a human body. The apparatus enhances the blood flow through portions of a cardiovascular system comprised in the torso, neck, head, and partially clogged coronary arteries as well as through the arteries of the brain.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for enhancing blood flow through portions of a patient`s cardiovascular system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a self-energized resonant RBPM apparatus.    Longitudinally pivoting full body length bench assembly (12)    Cushion (14)    Frame (16)    Longitudinally oriented traditional rockers (18)    Gravity (20)
NOVELTY - The sensor has a linkage coupled to a movable unit, and a torque spindle linked to the linkage. An electricity generator is coupled to the torque spindle for generating an electrical signal in response to movement of the torque spindle. The electrical signal generated in response to rotational movement of the torque spindle represents the movement of the movable unit in an electronic display (115).    USE - Used for identifying and measuring an exercise repetition in an exercise system e.g. treadmill, stepper, skier, rower and elliptical.    ADVANTAGE - The electricity generator coupled to the torque spindle generates electrical signal for representing the movement of the movable unit, thus accurately measuring and displaying the number of repetitions performed by a user through a wide variety of anaerobic motions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of detecting a repetition in an anaerobic exercise system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an exercise system with a repetition sensor.    Resistance assembly (105)    Electronic display (115)    Bench (125)    Resistance component (150)
NOVELTY - The tricycle has an adjustable seat (22) including a curved vertical back support (22) and specially designed bottom horizontal irregularly shaped seat (24), where the bottom seat keeps the hips, knees, legs and ankles in alignment during exercise. An electric motor is connected to a pedal shaft, and pedals are directly connected to the shaft. Handlebars are vertically adjustable and connected to handle bar adjusting clamp.    USE - Used for a child patient.    ADVANTAGE - The adjustable seat with the curved vertical back support enables a child to exercise while sitting upright with his or her back against the back of the seat, thus avoiding slumping from the seat and keeping the child in a place. The specially designed bottom horizontal irregularly shaped seat keeps the hips, knees, legs and ankles in alignment during exercise, thus avoiding injury and enhancing the exercise session.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The pedals are adjusted to fit the width of the child`s hips, thus allowing the child`s legs to stay inline with the hips to avoid strain on ankles, hips and knees.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a passive child therapy tricycle.    Handlebars (11)    Electric motor (15)    Adjustable seat (22)    Curved vertical back support (23)    Bottom horizontal irregularly shaped seat (24)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a wheel operably coupled with a frame. An elevation support frame defines two portions that are pivotally supported on the frame, where the portions support the wheel. A tread drive motor (206) is coupled with the support frame. The motor is adapted to pivot the elevation support frame and extend the wheel away from the frame. A pivot bracket is coupled between the motor and a wheel support bracket.    USE - Exercise apparatus e.g. treadmill, elliptical, exercise bicycle, stair stepper.    ADVANTAGE - The motor is adapted to pivot the elevation support frame and extend the wheel away from the frame, thus providing structural and aesthetic flexibility, and a diagnostic light arrangement, and hence constructing various aesthetically pleasing shapes in a cost effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the treadmill.    wheel (120)    Tread drive motor (206)    Elevation motor(506) Power plug selection switch (208)    Power plug (508)
NOVELTY - The system has an elliptical exercise device (104) coupled to a multi-part frame e.g. telescoping frame (102). A strength training device (106) is coupled to the frame. A portion of the exercise device is mounted on one part of the frame, while a portion of the strength training device is mounted on another part of the frame. An electronic console system allows a user to view progress in both anaerobic and aerobic workouts.    USE - Used for providing aerobic activity e.g. walking and running, and anaerobic activity to a user.    ADVANTAGE - The portions of the exercise device and the strength training device are mounted on respective parts of the frame, so that the two portions are telescopically contracted and expanded, relative to the other, thus allowing the system to be extended, enabling convenient aerobic, elliptical exercise or compacted, enabling convenient anaerobic, strength training exercise. The utilization of the frame makes the system efficient and economic and provides convenient storage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an exercise machine for enabling a user to engage in aerobic and anaerobic exercises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a telescoping exercise system.    Telescoping frame (102)    Elliptical exercise device (104)    Strength training device (106)    Release handle (110)    Upstanding unit (114)
NOVELTY - The apparatus comprises a pair of dumbbell supports (30,32) mounted on cross bar (34) so that the cross-support mechanism coupled with elevation adjustment mechanism, supports a dumbbell at different elevations and lateral positions by movably adjusting the dumbbell support along cross bar. Retractable latch assemblies latch the cross bar mounting portion at discrete locations.    USE - For supporting dumbbells.    ADVANTAGE - Provides unique pivotably adjustable dumbbell supports to facilitate ease of horizontal cross bar grasping the dumbbells during certain weight lifting exercises. Has automatic elevation adjustment mechanism using a motive power drive source, such as motor to allow a varied vertical adjustment of the dumbbell supports for users of different height/weight or for different exercises such as exercises performed with a weight lifting bench or a seat or standing. Manual adjustment of the cross-bar is also provided. Minimizes the possibility of back injury to user and increases the user's ability to lift heavier dumbbells since the dumbbells are easily positioned at the required exercise start height.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front elevational view of the dumbbell support apparatus.    support frame (10)    side frames (12,14)    dumbbell supports (30,32)    cross bar (34)    screw (40)
NOVELTY - The box has cable (60) for external connection connected to the terminal boards (30) arranged in parallel on a substrate (11). A bypass diode (50) has a bare-chip diode (52) between conductor plates (51). A metal radiation clip (80) is elastically mounted between a positioning plate (19) protruding on substrate, and bypass diode for maintaining vertical position of the diode.    USE - For solar cell module of solar cell panel laid on roof of residence, for direct current supply from solar power generation system to electric-device.    ADVANTAGE - Since metal radiation clip is provided between positioning plate and bypass diode, the heat generation by base-chip diode is efficiently thermally radiated, hence heat-radiation characteristic is improved. Need for separate retainer to maintain radiation clip is avoided, hence attachment workability of bypass diode is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the box casing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    terminal box casing (10)    substrate (11)    positioning plate (19)    terminal boards (30)    bypass diode (50)    conductor plates (51)    base-chip diode (52)    metal radiation clip (80)
NOVELTY - An estimation unit estimates the sum total production of electricity with respect to natural energy utilization electric power generating apparatus (6a-6n). A controller monitors the operation of the apparatus based on the estimated sum total production of electricity.    USE - For monitoring natural energy utilization electric power generation in electric power system.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves reduction in measurement cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the natural energy utilization electric power generation monitoring system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power system (1)    monitoring apparatus (2)    measuring device (4)    natural energy utilization electric power generating apparatus (6a-6n)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has several supports (18), each having slots (24) formed in longitudinal direction and roof coupling portion (28) for receiving and clamping the folded portion (12) of a metal support plate (10). A bolt and nut assembly (34) is fastened through the slot of each support and elongate hole of the support plate to fix the support plate and support to a transverse tile roof (14).    USE - For steady installation of e.g. solar cell module, water heater, on a roof.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy installation and fixation of e.g. solar cell modules, water heater, on a tile roof. Ensures efficient manufacture of support plate. Ensures reduced installation cost and improved installation operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The elongate hole of the support plate has a larger length compared to the slot of the support. The bolt and nut assembly is part of a fastening (22) for fixing the support plate and support to the transverse tile roof. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Support plate; and    (B) Fastening.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a fragmentary perspective view showing the installation of a solar cell module on a metal transverse tile roof using the installation apparatus.    Metal support plate (10)    Folded portion (12)    Transverse tile roof (14)    Supports (18)    Fastening (22)    Slots (24)    Roof coupling portion (28)    Bolt and nut assembly (34)
NOVELTY - The system includes solar cell modules provided in a frame made of electrical material, and arranged on a solar cell panel. The solar cell modules have solar power generators (9a-9d) equipped with mounting stands (52,53) made of electrical material. The solar power generators are connected through the connection fixtures (5) provided on the mounting stands and made of elastic material.    USE - For e.g. home use.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures simple, inexpensive and convenient attachment and installation of solar cell modules. The solar power generation system is waterproof, and has reduced number of parts. Ensures efficient electric power generation. Ensures simple assembly process and reduced manufacturing cost and time. Requires small area, thus making the solar power generation system useful in limited spaces.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the solar power generation system.    Connection fixtures (5)    Solar power generators (9a-9d)    Mounting stands (52,53)
NOVELTY - The method involves fixing a batten (4) to a fixing tool (3) by inserting a screw (16) through a screw hole (15), penetrating a fixing piece (8) of the fixing tool and the batten, to attach a functional panel to the batten. The fixing tool is attached on the top surface of a support tile installed on a roof.    USE - For attaching functional panels e.g. solar cells panels on the roof of a building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy adjustment for even attachment of functional panels on a building roof.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The batten is inserted between a pair of protruding fixing pieces of the fixing tool, and is formed with concave portions (9) and convex portions (11). Each fixing piece has an engaging portion (14) secured to the side of the batten.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a sectional drawing showing the fixation of the batten to the fixing tool. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fixing tool (3)    Batten (4)    Fixing piece (8)    Concave portions (9)    Convex portions (11)    Engaging portion (14)    Screw hole (15)    Screw (16)
NOVELTY - The method involves fixing solar cell panels (1) on a roof, and installing a guard plate (30) to cover the gap between adjacent solar cell panels. Each solar cell panel has a solar cell module enclosed in an electroconductive frame (10). The solar cell module generates electric power using sunlight. The guard plate electrically connects adjacent solar cell panels in the frames.    USE - For installing solar cell panels on a roof.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy, safe, reliable, efficient and low-cost installation of solar cell panels. Uses weather-resistant connecting cables for easy and reliable connection of the installed solar cell panels.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Solar cell system;    (B) Solar cell panel;    (C) Guard plate; Grounding cable; and    (D) Connecting cable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagrams illustrating the solar cell panel and the attachment details of a decorative board of the guard plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell panels (1)    Frame (10)    Connecting cables (21)    Guard plate (30)    Decorative board (31)
NOVELTY - A topping type water turbine (A) formed without a casing is installed in the head portion of an open channel (14). The available head of the head portion is set at 10 meter or less.    USE - For use in electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates countermeasure against inflow of refuse and overload with simple and lightweight structure. Reduces manufacturing cost and maintenance cost while improving turbine efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a generator;    (B) and an electric power generation system    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the cross flow type water turbine.    Rotary shaft (10)    Impeller (11)    Blade (11a)    Open channel (14)    Topping type water turbine (A)
NOVELTY - A roof installation mounting stand has a waterproof cover (1) comprised of upper and lower cover bodies. A fixing plate (7) installs the cover to the roof. A nut (8) attaches the fixing plate to a bolt (6) that passes through the through holes (4) on the upper and lower cover bodies. A water stop path (9) is formed on the lower cover body to prevent rainwater from reaching the fixing plate.    USE - For e.g. solar heat collecting water heater, solar power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents rainwater from permeating roof tile even if hole is formed on roof tile, thereby preventing degradation of roof. Provides waterproof structure that is simple to construct. Does not require skilled labor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective diagram of a roof installation mounting stand installed on a roof.    Cover (1)    Through holes (4)    Bolt (6)    Fixing plate (7)    Nut (8)    Water stop path (9)
NOVELTY - The connection structure has a collector electrode (6) and a lead wire (11) fixed by fixing unit (7a) in contact state. The collector electrode, which uses a silicon as a substrate (1), is obtained by applying a paste containing aluminum at non-light-receiving-surface side, and baking the applied paste.    USE - For connecting electrode and lead wire of solar cell elements in solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The connection structure has excellent connection reliability, and prevents corrosion of silicon substrate by alloy layer of aluminum and silver. A highly reliable solar cell module with few secular changes is obtained using the connection structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show cross-sectional view of the connection structure of the solar cell element.    silicon substrate (1)    reverse-side electric-field region (4)    back-side collector electrode (6)    lead-wire supporter (7a)    lead wire (11)
NOVELTY - A evaporator (1) evaporates a working fluid using high-temperature side heat carrier, for driving turbine (2). A condenser (3) condenses the fluid using low-temperature side heat carrier. A main pump (4) is started to supply fluid from condenser to evaporator, only when temperature of high-temperature side heat carrier is more than preset value and temperature of low-temperature side heat carrier is less than another preset value.    USE - Rankine-cycle electric power generating apparatus capable of generating electric power from sunlight and exhaust heat of internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The driving of main pump can be efficiently started irrespective of the elapsed time from the last driving completing time, by allowing only the working fluid of liquid state to flow into the pump.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the Rankine-cycle electric power generating apparatus.    evaporator (1)    turbine (2)    condenser (3)    main pump (4)    temperature sensors (6,8)
NOVELTY - The device has diffusers (13, 13`) of either S-shape in case of an engine with a single rotational direction, or X-shape in case of an engine with double rotational directions, placed inside a rotor (2). Fixed vanes (16) are placed on an engine block (1). A part of the rotor forming a shoulder blocks the vanes in their lateral part. Openings on the rotor are placed in front of injectors that fill the vanes progressively.    USE - Used in a dam instead of a water turbine, a hydraulic cylinder or a hydraulic engine with single or double rotational directions, for transforming the hydraulic power into a rotary movement .    ADVANTAGE - The openings on the rotor are placed in front of the injectors in order to allow the draining of the vanes before their new filling, thus permitting to have a maximum of vanes under pressure and hence increasing the performances of the device. The device being simple and inexpensive, in the case of the engine with a single rotational direction, can replace the hydraulic turbines used in the dams. The device, in the case of the engine with double rotational directions, acts as a continuously rotating rotary jack to replace all types of existing hydraulic engines, and has reduced manufacturing cost due to less number of work pieces, and increased longevity due to the reduction in the number of parts moving, as the only part moving is the rotor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a hydraulic power transforming device.    Engine block (1)    Rotor (2)    Grooves (12)    Diffusers (13, 13`)    Fixed vanes (16)
NOVELTY - The cleaning device has apertures (51) coming out into the flow channel (2) upstream of the jet ring (4) to inject cleaning fluid (6) into the flow channel. There is a cavity (52) connected to these apertures to distribute the cleaning fluid uniformly with respect to the jet ring, and an input line (54) to take the cleaning fluid to the cavity.    USE - For an exhaust gas turbine in exhaust turbocharger used in connection with an internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - More uniform water distribution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows one form of the device with an interior radial cavity.    Flow channel (2)    Jet ring (4)    Cleaning fluid (6)    Apertures (51)    Cavity (52)    Input line (54)
NOVELTY - The counter has a generator module (10) attached between a rotor and a case to supply electrical power for a collection unit, when the rotor is in rotation. The unit generates a signal based on acquisition of number of rotation of the rotor. A wireless transfer module (40) determines the total number of rotations based on the signal and transfers data to a wireless receiver which converts the received data into output signal.    USE - Used for counting the rotations of a wrist training device that is connected to an electronic device e.g. notebook computer, mobile telephone and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - The counter is integrated in the wrist training device, hence avoiding the aggravation of outer appearance of the device and improving the tangibility of the device by user`s hand.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded view of a wrist training device.    Generator module (10)    Wireless transfer module (40)    Wireless receiver (50)    Case (210)    Rotor (240)
NOVELTY - A photo-mechanical actuator has a layer of nafion on a substrate.    USE - Used to convert light energy to mechanical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The invention is capable of direct conversion of light energy to mechanical energy at an unprecedented magnitude.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of forming a mechanical actuator comprising providing a substrate; and forming an actuator comprising a layer of nafion on the substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic showing a composite bi-layer.    Bilayer strip (12)    Nafion (14)    Second layer (16)
NOVELTY - The generator is operable in one mode to generate mechanical power from input of electrical energy from an electric motor, and in another mode to generate electrical power from input of mechanical energy from an internal combustion engine.    USE - Electrical energy generator used with e.g. internal combustion engine for wind turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the output of electrical power energy to almost double.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-section of the generator.    stator (1)    rotor (2)    bearings (9,11)    pulley (12)    gearwheel (20)    conductive rings (21)
NOVELTY - The photoelectrode has semiconductor layer (3) consisting of semiconductor fine particles provided on electroconductive substrate (1). The layer (3) has several layers containing semiconductor fine particles differing in average particle diameter. The several layers of layer (3) has distal layer (3b) arranged at position far away from substrate and covering(s) side face of proximal layer (3a) arranged at position near to substrate.    USE - For dye sensitizing solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectrode provides dye sensitizing solar cell having high conversion efficiency. The detachment of light from the side face of proximal layer is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) dye sensitizing solar cell; and    (2) dye sensitizing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the structure of photoelectrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electroconductive substrate (1)    support substrate (1a)    conductive layer (1b)    semiconductor layer (3)    proximal layer (3a)    distal layer (3b)
NOVELTY - A drive transmission free of a chain or belt drive is coupled to an AC motor (12) and a rotatable turn table (3) mounted on a base (2) that is mounted on a support surface. Arms (5) are mounted on, extend radially outward from, and are angularly spaced apart from each other around the circumference of the turn table. Arm extensions (8) are mounted on each arm.    USE - For humans or animals e.g. race horses, racing greyhounds.    ADVANTAGE - Manufactures and ships as multiple components and assembles fairly easily at end point since components are bolted together and do not require welding. Welds outer barrel support instead of barrel to base such that smooth and low friction rotation of drive shaft is ensured. Utilizes direct drive gearbox that provides efficient and reliable transfer of drive from motor directly to drive shaft. Strong and reliable in operation. Requires very low maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a three-dimensional view of the exerciser.    Base (2)    Turn table (3)    Arms (5)    Arm extensions (8)    AC motor (12)
NOVELTY - The extender (10) comprises a hollow tube whose proximal end includes a mast receiving opening having a watertight gasket attached to interior wall surface. A vertical structure in tube, has openings for receiving a fastening device such that it extend through the tube. The original mast (13) received in mast receiving opening, has a tip opening for receiving the fastening device so as to connect tube and distal end of mast.    USE - For adding mast to sailboat.    ADVANTAGE - The sailing safety is increased, by increasing the height of boom. The mast extender is simple to use and easy to install and maintain. The mast extender can be mass produced automatically and economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for sailboat rigging system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the mast extender.    extender (10)    boat (12)    mast (13)    upper deck (15)    upper boom (18)
NOVELTY - The horizontal type flowing-water electric power generator (50) has an upstream-side rotation component (15), a downstream-side rotation component (16), a circulation component (18) provided between components (15,16), and a vane plate (19). The vane plate (19) is attached with circulation component, and receives energy of flowing water and circulates circulation component.    USE - For generating electric power used for irrigation.    ADVANTAGE - The horizontal type flowing-water electric power generating apparatus efficiently enables electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the horizontal type flowing-water electric power generating apparatus.    Float stand (1)    Upstream side rotation component (15)    Downstream side rotation component (16)    Circulation component (18)    Vane plate (19)    Horizontal type flowing-water electric power generating apparatus (50)
NOVELTY - The annular turbine produces rotational energy from a tangential reactive force created by escaping vapor. Preferably, aerofoil channels (29) through an annular turbine disc (12) turn the vapor through an angle of 90 degrees to convert centrifugal forces into tangential forces.    USE - For producing rotational and heat energy at domestic or commercial level.    ADVANTAGE - Increases turbine efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of annular turbine.    Fuel pipe (1)    Burner (2)    Boiler cone (4)    Annular turbine disc (12)    Aerofoil channels (29)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has a photovoltaic system for supplying electricity of different subsystems such as refrigeration boxes, fans, heaters, e.g. radiant heaters and heating lamps, heated windscreens and air conditioning equipment. The photovoltaic cells (2) of the photovoltaic system are mounted on the roof of the vehicle.    USE - For electrical energy generation in vehicles, such as automobile, goods vehicle, motor home, excavator, ship or aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - Electrical power is generated if the vehicle is stationary and independently of the operation of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an automobile    automobile (1)    photovoltaic cell (2)    battery (3)
NOVELTY - The equipment includes rotational operating members (5,6,20,21) for a pair of arms and/or legs with crank arms (7) and at least one motor (8) for driving and/or braking the operating members. The effective length L of at least one crank arm can be set to zero or near zero, so that a limb borne on this crank does not move, or moves only negligibly during exercise.    USE - Movement therapy apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - More effective exercise, by allowing the load on certain limbs to be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the equipment.    Operating members (5,6,20,21)    Crank arm (7)    Motor (8)
NOVELTY - This is a kind of paddle wheel batardeau hydroelectric power station and its equipment installation belonging to brand-new method and equipment installation variety exploiture technologic field of hydroelectric electricity generation. It is comprised of paddle wheel hydraulic turbine, hydraulic turbine pedestal and its array formed paddle wheel batardeau and the electricity generation and electrical machine group equipment installation adapted to the type of electricity generation of paddle wheel batardeau hydroelectric power station. A longer paddle wheel batardeau can be comprised of two ormore separately running paddle wheel hydraulic turbine groups. We can construct paddle wheel batardeau hydroelectric power station in all the reach with current speed. Along tangential direction, operate the water energy strengthened by paddle wheel batardeau through pressing paddle wheel meatus at the strongest force moment to form strongest switching force, complete the hydroelectric electricitygeneration object, and realize control through the regulating way of pressing meatus strobe. It can make water conservancy and hydroelectric electricity obtain wider, efficient, convenient, low-price, stronger ability and more various construction style of exploiture. At the same time, it can efficiently eliminate the negative effect to society, environment and zoology brought by the present exploiture way.
NOVELTY - A user applies input power to an exercise device e.g. cycling exerciser at a pedal assembly. A flywheel (36) is supported by a frame. A power sensing hub, supported by the frame, is driven into rotation by input power applied by user. Input power, applied by the user, is transferred through the power sensing hub to impart rotation to flywheel.    USE - For exercise device e.g. cycling exerciser, rowing exerciser, swim stroke exerciser, stair climbing exerciser, elliptical trainer.    ADVANTAGE - Enables user to selectively control the amount of resistance applied to the wheel due to cable-type actuator assembly. Provides exercise session with desired amount of resistance during certain time periods of session since real time power information is used by the user to determine desired resistance to be applied to flywheel by the user-operated resistance control during exercise session.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of sensing power in an exercise device;    (B) an exerciser; and    (C) a method of measuring power applied to the drive assembly of an exerciser.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial sectional view of power measuring arrangement of an exercise device.    Flywheel (36)    Sprocket (132)    Inner torque tube (134)    Adapter (138)    axle or spindle (140)
NOVELTY - All principal and tributary channels of river basin are converted into series of water steps each having control unit perpendicular to current and camber equal to height of blades of turbines that actuate generator connected to common circuit. The turbines and generators are rotated using kinetic energy carried by water, in absence of power demand, and stopped to rise water inflow level to preset height, when power is required.    USE - For extracting potential energy from river currents.    ADVANTAGE - Enables replacing petroleum and carbon, thereby eliminating atmospheric pollution, since large electrical yield is formed simultaneously at each control unit and used in production of commercial electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for device for extracting potential energy from river currents.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view explaining the process of extracting potential energy from river currents.
NOVELTY - A solar panel overlay (110) has multiple rows (120) of photovoltaic cells (122) arranged on a substrate. A reverse bend (130) is formed between rows of photovoltaic cell to provide vertical relief, and having a riser (132) that engages the rail clips of an underlying structure e.g. roof deck.    USE - For overlaying solar panel on roof deck of building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures similar appearance between solar panel overlay and underlying structure by arranging photovoltaic cells on substrate. Offers lightweight and non-intrusive overlay.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the solar panel overlay.    Solar panel overlay (110)    Rows (120)    Photovoltaic cells (122)    Reverse bend (130)    Riser (132)
NOVELTY - A turbine generator (36), attached to a piping (30), converts mechanical energy in fluid flowing through the piping into electrical energy which is subsequently stored in a rechargeable battery (42). The rechargeable battery powers a motor (44), coupled to a hose reel, which rotates the hose reel to extend or retract a hose (14).    USE - For dispensing fluid e.g. water for irrigation.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates operation of hose reel machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a hose reel machine powering method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of powered hose reel machine.    Hose (14)    Piping (30)    Turbine generator (36)    Rechargeable battery (42)    Motor (44)
NOVELTY - The plate has a semiconductor light absorbing the layer formed on a substrate and the incident light to generate photoelectrons. A semiconductor electron emission layer (51) accelerates the photoelectrons. An electron releasing portion (59) is formed on the electron emission layer and releases accelerated photoelectrons. An insulating layer (63) is formed between the electron emission layer and an electrode.    USE - Used in an electron tube e.g. photomultiplier tube, for releasing photoelectron.    ADVANTAGE - The insulating layer is formed between the electron emission layer and the electrode, so as to cover the exposed region without the electron releasing portion, thus permitting the plate to be cleaned by heat cleaning at a high temperature, and hence effectively cleaning the exposed region and stabilizing the physical properties of the exposed region and thereby stably achieving a higher sensitive property in the plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electron tube comprising a photocathode plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a photocathode plate.    Semiconductor substrate (47)    Semiconductor electron emission layer (51)    Electron releasing portion (59)    Insulating layer (63)    Electrode (65)
NOVELTY - Each of the pixels includes a substrate (101), photoelectric conversion unit (108) converting radiation into electrical signal that is transferred by a thin film transistor (TFT) (107) for accumulation in a capacitance (116). The capacitance, and one of TFT (107) and a TFT (117) for reading electrical signal from capacitance, are formed in the same layer on the substrate.    USE - For detecting X-ray, alpha-ray, beta-ray and gamma-ray, in medical and industrial non-destructive inspections.    ADVANTAGE - The novel radiation detection system is suitable for capturing a moving image.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) A method of driving radiation detection apparatus; and    (2) A radiation detection system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a pixel of the above radiation detection system.    substrate (101)    TFTs (107,117)    photoelectric conversion unit (108)    capacitance (116)
NOVELTY - The force transfer device is coupled to the distal end of cable, such that it is raised upward when the proximal ends of the cables are pulled by user. The counterforce exerting device applies counterforce on force transfer device, when the force transfer device is raised upward. The counterforce exerting device includes device for removably attaching springs (34) and dampers (38) to force transfer device.    USE - Exercise equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The exercise equipment is considerably less expensive to manufacture and to transport. The resistance applied to the cables can be reduced to zero. The exercise equipment is easy to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the exercise equipment.    exercise equipment (10)    pulley (14)    weight (32)    springs (34)    dampers (38)
NOVELTY - The steam-turbine plant includes a cooling steam supply tube provided at a middle ground portion (16) to supply and mix a cooling steam inverted from the exit of the high-pressure stage (9) of a high-pressure turbine (2). The middle ground portion is provided ranging over a high-pressure turbine-nozzle box (5) and the high-pressure turbine and an intermediate pressure turbine (3).    USE - Steam-turbine plant.    ADVANTAGE - Maintain high strength even when supplying reheat vapor of high temperature to high-pressure integrated structure. Ensures effective recovery of steam flowing through outer side of high-pressure turbine-nozzle box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the notched partially broken vertical sectional drawing of steam-turbine plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    High-ressure turbine (2)    Intermediate pressure turbine (3)    High-pressure turbine-nozzle box (5)    High-pressure stage (9)    Middle ground portion (16)
NOVELTY - The acceleration sensor attached to exercise instrument are accessories used by the player, detects acceleration along X-Y-Z directions, in order to output electrical control signal for controlling motion of a character in game software.    USE - For virtual game system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - A game is advanced based on the output electrical signal indicating state of health of the player.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for virtual game system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows relationship between acceleration sensor and control signal for character of game software. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The permanent-magnet type generator (3) has two types of windings (W1,W2) through which induced voltage of different magnitude flows. The windings are respectively connected to the rectifiers (7,8), through the reactors (13,5), so that the low magnitude induced voltage in the winding (W1) is rectified by rectifier (7) and high magnitude induced voltage in winding (W2) is rectified by rectifier (8).    USE - In distributed power supplies for small wind or water turbine-driven generators..    ADVANTAGE - The winding structure of the permanent-winding type generator is simplified, thereby reducing the cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the circuit diagram of the electric power generating apparatus.    windmill (1)    permanent magnet type generator (3)    reactors (5,13)    rectifiers (7,8)    windings (W1,W2)
NOVELTY - The motor has submergible anchor magnets (1, 2, 3) that are built star-shaped around an axle (4), which has a crank integrated between the axle parts. The axle parts are supported on side plates. Connecting rods (6) are attached at the crank and connected with magnetic anchors of the anchor magnets. A fly wheel is firmly mounted on the axle, and a supporting bearing is integrated on the axle behind the wheel.    USE - Used in a vehicle and pump and for producing house current.    ADVANTAGE - The motor is space saving compared to other magnetic motor, has high efficiency and effects large power with small current. The crank is integrated between the axle parts, and the connecting rods, which are connected with the magnetic anchors of the anchor magnets, are attached at the crank, thus stimulating a better uniformity for running the axle and limiting the friction loss. The anchor magnets are built star-shaped around the axle, so that emerging forces are doubled and/or multiplied.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of an axle with a crank, connecting rods and submergible anchor magnets.    Submergible anchor magnets (1, 2, 3)    Axle (4)    Connecting rods (6)    Axial bearing (10)
NOVELTY - The device has several airtight treatment chambers (74) in which a differential pressure such as vacuum is generated using an electronic motor, respectively independent of each other. Sealed covers are installed in respective chambers, for enclosing the body of the user. Treadmill (14) or stepper, is provided in the chambers, to offer active physical training along with passive training devices such as muscle stimulation device.    USE - Used in a gym, for reducing weight and improving skin image of a person e.g. body builder and energetic sportsman.    ADVANTAGE - The treadmill or stepper and the passive training devices provide training individually according to the needs of the user`s body, hence the device provides effective usage by several users with lower production costs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a treatment chamber in the device.    Housing (2)    Infrared camera (6)    Treadmill (14)    Control panel (24)    Treatment chambers (74)
NOVELTY - System has reservoir (1) connected to pipe (2) so as to conduct water to turbine (4) fixed adjacent to power generator (3) at base (5). Generator is connected to control panel (16) by wires (12,13), and panel is connected to electric system of object by wires (17,18). Booster pump (7) is settled in lower portion of structural set to which pipe (6) to conduct water and pipe (8) to suppress water for reservoir, are connected.    USE - For generation of in-house electricity which is supplied to objects e.g. constructions, industries and buildings in cities.    ADVANTAGE - Allows saving river water and preservation of environment. Reduces cost of in-house electricity generation as all the water is regained and reused with virtually no waste.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the hydraulic system.    reservoir (1)    pipes (2,6,8)    electric power generator (3)    turbine (4)    concrete base (5)    horizontal pipe (6)    booster pump (7)    wires (12,13,17,18)    control panel (16)
NOVELTY - A steam turbine blade (10) has a shank portion (12) and an airfoil portion (14). The airfoil portion is formed with pocket (20-24) filled with a polymer filler material chosen as a function of natural frequency impact on the turbine blade.    USE - Used for steam turbine rotor wheel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention is capable of improving collective natural frequency and/or damping characteristics of rows of turbine blades.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of suppressing aero-elastic response of a row of blades on a steam turbine wheel comprising providing blades, each having pockets; and filling the pockets with filler materials chosen as a function of natural frequency impact on the row of blades.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of a partially manufactured blade with filler pockets.    Steam turbine blade (10)    Shank portion (12)    Airfoil portion (14)    Ribs (16, 18)    Pockets (20-24)    Side edges (26, 28)
NOVELTY - The system has a transponder (10) with a transmitter for transmitting signals, and a receiver, where the transponder is placed on a body segment of a user. A processing system receives the signals from the transponder for determining position information of the transponder. The system sends data signals to the transponder for providing feedback data, and the transponder receives and processes the data signals from the system.    USE - Used as a testing and training device for an individual involved in physical rehabilitation and general fitness, and can also be utilized for biomechanics and gait analysis, motion capture and performance animation.    ADVANTAGE - The processing system sends the data signals to the transponder for providing the feedback data, and the transponder receives and processes the data signals from the processing system, thus providing a real-time bidirectional exchange of information, and hence allowing for proper transponder identification, coordination, accurate measurement of pose of the user, and timely actuation of sensory interfaces for optimal user regulated closed-loop control.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a deployment apparatus for use in tracking movement of a user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a deployment apparatus.    Transponder (10)
NOVELTY - Proposed plant has base in the form of catamaran that mounts current generators and their drive, current parameters stabilizing system, turbine capable of running in fully submerged condition, and its hoist. Turbine is made in the form of belt conveyer installed on edge at certain angle to river stream. Blades made of flexible material are secured throughout entire width and length of belt. Each blade is made in the form of bucket capable of folding and resting on belt during transfer from working to idle side of conveyer, and it has pocket on external surface for automatic raising of blade by river stream during transfer from idle to working position. Turbine hoist has rocker arm for turbine suspension hinged on one end to catamaran and on other end, to turbine frame that mounts generator-drive bevel gear so that longitudinal axes of hoist rocker-arm hinges and longitudinal axis of bevel-gear driven pinion are disposed on same line. In addition, hydroelectric power plant is equipped with device enabling variation of turbine angle of installation to water flow.    USE - Conversion of river stream energy into electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced power capacity.1 cl, 4 dwg
NOVELTY - The metal or metal particle of nano size, is attached to the front tip of a needle and the front tip is made to contact a sample. A crystal is grown on the sample, by supplying organometallic compound gas used as the raw material for crystal growth, to the circumference of the needle while heating the needle. The positional relationship of the needle and the sample, is changed during the growth of the crystal.    USE - For growing nano crystal for manufacture of electronic and optical devices e.g. integrated circuit (IC), nano-size light emission and reception device, photonic crystal and high quality optical IC.    ADVANTAGE - The crystal growth point is controlled stably thereby forming high quality electronic and optical devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for nano crystal growth apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the nano crystal growth apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reaction tube (1)    rotary pump (2)    turbo molecular pump (3)    filter (4)    flow rate regulator (5)
NOVELTY - A resin material is coated on light receiving surface side of a solar cell element (1) and dried. The temporary lamination of sheet like adhesive layer (3) is formed at the resin film (2) for cutting solar cell element. The light receiving surface side and non-light like receiving surface side of a solar cell element is sealed and modularized by a protective layer.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Avoids external appearance defects and characteristics reduction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell module; and    (2) manufacturing method of solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic views explaining the manufacturing process of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1,4)    resin film (2)    adhesive layer (3)
NOVELTY - A filler layer (4) is arranged at rear side of a solar cell element (3), and contains silane-modified resin and coloring agent which consists of inorganic compound. The silane-modified resin is formed by polymerizing unsaturated silane compound and polyethylene for polymerization. The filler layer when used for solar cell module as gel fraction of 30% or less.    USE - For solar cell modules (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filler layer has excellent design property, adhesion with respect to solar cell element and does not deteriorate work environment. The filler layer enables sealing in a short period of time at the time of manufacture of solar cell module and does not requires heat processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module (T) which has a filler layer for solar cell modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the solar cell module.    front surface board (1)    filler layer for surface side solar cell modules (2)    solar cell element (3)    filler layer for rear side solar cell modules (4)    reverse side protection sheet (5)
NOVELTY - A light source e.g. lamp, light emitting diode, semiconductor laser is installed at the earth side while a photoelectric panel (82) e.g. array of silicon solar cell is provided at the high voltage side so that power for electron source filament (7) heating is supplied by transmitting light (83) from the light source to photoelectric panel. Filament is provided at the top of an accelerating tube (8).    USE - For supplying power used for heating of filament in electron beam irradiation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates failure during abnormal voltage generation since non-contact power transmission is performed. Eliminates need for bulky and heavy components e.g. electric power generator or motor. Improves efficiency, reduces cost and prevents heat generation since light emitting diode and semiconductor laser are used as light source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of an electron beam irradiation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Filament (7)    Accelerating tube (8)    Light source panel (80)    Photoelectric panel (82)    Light (83)
NOVELTY - A windmill (1) is connected to an alternating current (AC) motor (3) through a torque detector (2). When the motor exists in the electric power regeneration state, a master controller (5) absorbs the regeneration electric power from the motor through a motor controller (4), in order to control the rotation of the motor.    USE - For measuring load-characteristic such as rotation speed, torque characteristic etc., of fluid-drive rotary element e.g. windmill, water turbine etc.    ADVANTAGE - Suppress the fluctuation of the electric power output from the rotary element, thereby enabling stable measurement of load-characteristic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for load-characteristic measurement instrument.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the load-characteristic measurement process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    windmill (1)    torque detector (2)    AC motor (3)    motor controller (4)    master controller (5)
NOVELTY - The training device is provided with an interface for connection to an external PC or laptop. A webcam, headphone or microphone can also be attached to the training device. The training device can be used and controlled according to the program running on the external PC or laptop.    USE - Training device e.g. bicycle trainer, treadmill, elliptical trainer.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures easy connection to an external PC or laptop using commercial wirings. Ensures efficient data processing and storage using a complex internal microprocessor. Ensures interconnection to the Internet through the external PC or laptop. Ensures simple and easy control and manipulation of the training device without interruption in the training process. Ensures connection of headphone and microphone to the training device. Ensures connection to a laptop, PC and other peripheral devices through Bluetooth system.
NOVELTY - The treadmill has an upper control unit (30) receiving biological information and control information, which includes running speed information in order to display information according to a mode adjustment selection on a graphic display unit (28). A control device is connected with the graphic display unit and the upper control unit to transmit a signal for controlling the treadmill.    USE - As a treadmill for exercise purposes.    ADVANTAGE - The control device is connected with the graphic display unit and the upper control unit to transmit the control signal for controlling the treadmill, such that the user uses the control information to send the command to the control unit for execution of the interactive requirement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a treadmill. (Drawing contains non-English language text.)    Lower control unit (14)    Track (22)    Graphic display unit (28)    Upper control unit (30)    Power transmission-subsystem (34)
NOVELTY - A rotor (C), attached to the bottom of a power shaft (B) driven by water current, has panels which are limited in movement by a chain. The generator is driven by pulleys from the power shaft at the middle of a barge (A).    USE - For barge to generate power when located in tidal basin or near the bank of a river.    ADVANTAGE - Provides modest source of power at low cost and without environmental drawbacks. Reduces maintenance cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial side view of a barge and a rotor.    Barge (A)    Power shaft (B)    Rotor (C)
NOVELTY - A mobile device (10) has a motion sensor (16) and a signal transmitter (18). A central station (12) has a signal receiver (20), a processor (22), a storage device (24) and a projecting unit (26) that projects an image (14). The signal transmitter communicates with signal receiver. The processor controls projecting unit based on the output of motion sensor.    USE - Used in e.g. hotel room.    ADVANTAGE - Provides interactive exercise system that projects image on any suitable surface and allows user to take part in exercise program from e.g. hotel room.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an exercise method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of an exercise system.    Mobile device (10)    Central station (12)    Image (14)    Motion sensor (16)    Signal transmitter (18)    Signal receiver (20)    Processor (22)    Storage device (24)    Projecting unit (26)
NOVELTY - The assembly includes a high-pressure turbine with primary outer and inner static rings and a primary casing, and a low-pressure turbine with secondary outer and inner static rings (51,52) and a secondary casing (42). The secondary outer static ring has a thermal inertia and a stiffness greater than that of the secondary inner static ring, and capable of limited radial movement relative to the secondary casing.    USE - For power generation applications.    ADVANTAGE - Allows absorbing out-of-round distortion of turbine casing relative to outer static ring. Improves aerodynamic stage design of turbine assembly. Suppresses distortion of turbine blade even if turbine casing distorts. Improves maintenance of circularity and concentricity between inner ring and rotor, and sealing of inner ring relative to rotor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a turbine assembly modifying method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial side sectional view of the axial-flow steam turbine assembly.    Secondary casing (42)    Moving blades (46)    Static blades (49)    Secondary outer and inner static rings (51,52)
NOVELTY - The system has a sensor (11) in wireless communication with the system, and a generator (17) partially placed within a pipe (26). The generator includes a paddle wheel rotated by fluid flow within the pipe, and a magnet rotates with the paddle wheel. A coil is located in close proximity to the magnet, so that rotation of the magnet generates an alternating current signal. The magnet is attached to a shaft within the generator. The sensor uses an imager (36) to monitor a flame (41) within an appliance (31).    USE - Used for monitoring condition of property and operation of an appliance e.g. furnace, water heater and dryer.    ADVANTAGE - The generator is partially placed within the pipe, thus scavenging power from the fluid flow within pipe through the use of the generator, and hence providing convenient monitoring of condition of property and operation of an appliance e.g. furnace, water heater and dryer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for performing monitoring condition of property and operation of a furnace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified block diagram of a monitoring system in communication with a sensor powered by scavenging power from fluid flow within pipe.    Sensor (11)    Generator (17)    Antenna (20)    Pipe (26)    Appliance (31)    Imager (36)    Thermometer (38)    Flame (41)
NOVELTY - The seat and/or handlebars can be moved relative to the crank used to generate a resistance force during pedalling via at least one motor-driven carriage. A control unit is used to move the carriage during pedalling. The carriage is connected to a position sensor for continuously determining the position of the seat and/or handlebars relative to the crank during pedalling.    USE - For altering the position of one or more components in a cycling machine.    ADVANTAGE - None given.
NOVELTY - The sensor has metal shading film (5) on light incidence surface, to shade light incidence on surface other than the optical detection region (3), and an insulation film (8) on metal shading film and bonding pad (7). A scribed line (9) is formed at the boundary of the sensor region of substrate (2), where the metal shading film and bonding pad are not formed.    USE - Illumination intensity sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The electric current leakage is reduced, easily by simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top and sectional views of the illumination intensity sensor.    substrate (2)    optical detection region (3)    metal shading film (5)    bonding pad (7)    insulation film (8)    inscribed line (9)
NOVELTY - A moisture-content permeation prevention resin (64) is provided between a photodiode and a glass substrate (14) for joining a photodiode array (26) and a sub-mount (28) and for protecting two electrode pairs (56,58) from leaking moisture content. Optical fibers (16) are fixed within V-shaped grooves (12) formed on the glass substrate.    USE - Optical device.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents reduction of resistance between electrodes, prevents short circuit caused by the rise of dark current and prevents corrosion of the electrode pair, thereby improving signal-to-noise ratio and the cross-talk characteristic.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front sectional drawing of the optical device.    V-shaped grooves (12)    Glass substrate (14)    Optical fibers (16)    Photodiode array (26)    Sub-mount (28)    Electrode pairs (56,58)    Moisture-content permeation prevention resin (64)
NOVELTY - The condensing unit has inclined light receiving surfaces (1,2). Specific angle `theta1' is maintained between the receiving surface (1) and reflective surface (3) to inject sunrays towards the solar cell (4). The condensing surface (6) of the solar cell is arranged opposing to the receiving surface (2) such that sun rays passing through the receiving surface (2) reach the condensing surface of solar cell.    USE - Solar cell beam condensing unit is installed in roofs of house (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Receives and condenses sunrays effectively without enlarging thickness of light transmissive layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for house.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the solar beam condensing unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    light receiving surfaces (1,2)    reflective surface (3)    solar cell (4)    light transmissive layer (5)    condensing surface (6)
NOVELTY - The sit-up apparatus (100) includes an eccentric moving part arranged at the outer side of a belt (110). The eccentric moving part contains the main body (130) coupled to the outer side of a bracket (120) installed at the belt.    USE - For performing sit-up exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Sit-up exercise can be performed in small space, and visual pleasure can be added during the exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sit-up apparatus.    Sit-up apparatus (100)    Belt (110)    Adjustment string (116)    Bracket (120)    Main body (130)
NOVELTY - The terminal box has a radiation plate (60) comprising a block (61) and a cover (62) that covers a bypass diode (50) mounted on upper surface of the front portion (63) of the block. The cable contact portion (68) of the cover contacts the cable (80), so that the heat from bypass diode is transmitted to the side of cable, through the cover, from where heat is radiated outside.    USE - For solar cell modules.    ADVANTAGE - The heat produced by the diode is radiated outside the block, easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the box main casing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    board (11)    positioning protrusion (15)    terminal board (30)    positioning hole (31)    bypass diode (50)    radiation plate (60)    block unit (61)    cover unit (62)    cable contact portion (68)    cable (80)
NOVELTY - The resin package directly mounted on several parallely mounted terminal boards (30) corresponding to the positive and negative electrodes, spans over the rectifier (50). An elastic support piece integrally mounted on the terminal board inserts the resin package between the resin package mounting surfaces.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal resin package provided in the rectifier efficiently radiates the heat generated in the terminal board. The elastic support piece provided at the terminal board facilitates easy insertion of the resin package.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the terminal box. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    box frame (10)    substrate (11)    side plate (12)    protrusion (19)    terminal board (30)    clamping hole (35)    rectifier (50)
NOVELTY - An active layer (108) and cathode (110) are sequentially formed on anode (104), to form laminate cell array (100). A patterned encapsulating sheet (170) is laminated on laminate cell array, so that exposed anode portions (104a) formed by removing portion of active layer, are interconnected with cathodes of adjacent cells by interconnect pads (171) on the sheet (170), and interconnected cells are encapsulated by the sheet.    USE - For manufacturing encapsulated module (claimed) of interconnected opto-electronic device such as organic photovoltaic (PV) device or solar cell device, photodetector, transistor and organic light emitting diode (OLED) used to form fixed images, simple moving display such as alphanumeric display and for lighting purpose, using roll-to-roll manufacturing technique.    ADVANTAGE - Allows interconnection and encapsulation to be performed in single step, easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for encapsulated module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view explaining manufacturing method of encapsulated module of organic photovoltaic device.    laminate cell array (1)    anode (104)    active layer (108)    cathode (110)    encapsulating sheet (170)    interconnecting pads (171)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has an electric generator that supplies an electric current for supplying light emitting diodes (LED) (40). A control circuit (60) is connected between the generator and the LEDs for switching to start and stop the LEDs. The circuit is arranged to activate one of the LEDs with a selected synchronization so as to display a drawing or a message by making use of the phenomenon of persistence of vision.    USE - Used for exercising the muscles of the palm and wrist, e.g. for rehabilitation purposes.    ADVANTAGE - The control circuit switches to start and stop the LEDs for displaying e.g. designs and messages by the visual persistence of the eyes of the humans, thus visually attracting the attention of e.g. clients or the general public in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a wrist exerciser.    Upper unit (10)    Lower unit (20)    Rotor (30)    LEDs (40)    Control circuit (60)
NOVELTY - The turbine has a rotor wheel (2) with a number of blades (3). The rotor wheel hub (4) is built from at least two axially adjacent, mutually coaxial parts (4.1,4.2). At least one hub part is displaceable in the axial direction.    USE - Machines based on the Francis principle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow can be maintained stable over a wide operating range. High efficiency by avoiding pressure fluctuations in the suction tube etc.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an axial section thorugh the rotor wheel of a Francis turbine.    Rotor wheel (2)    Blade (3)    Coaxial parts of hub. (4.1,4.2)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing of a blade (24) for assembly on a steam turbine rotor wheel involves forming an airfoil portion (28) with several pockets (30, 32) and filling the pockets with at least one filler material (38, 40) chosen as a function of required temperature capability e.g. (400degreesF).    USE - For manufacturing a blade for assembly on a steam turbine rotor wheel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The steam turbine blade (or buckets) provides different predetermined temperature capabilities in different selected areas of the airfoil portions of the blades. Thus, the more costly and higher temperature capability material may be selected for use only in a limited area of the airfoil tip while less expensive material may be selected in other areas e.g. the radially inner or lower section of the blade airfoil. This reduces cost and a lesser volume of the filler is required in the radially outer portions of the blade.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a turbine blade having an airfoil portion formed of several pockets filled with different polymer filler materials chosen as a function of required temperature capability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the partially completed hybrid blade.    blade (24)    airfoil portion (28)    pockets (30, 32)    web or rib (34)    mid-span damper (36)    filler material. (38, 40)
NOVELTY - The display has a circuit breaker, power supply and memory cells to represent information, where the display is attached to a belt. An input field (3) is provided on the rear side of the display for figures, numbers and special characters in combination with the figures and numbers, where the display can be activated or deactivated. Special characters, scripts are represented in the display.    USE - Treadmill display.    ADVANTAGE - The treadmill display is designed such that it provides great interest to the user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a treadmill display.    Running direction of the information (1)    Belt (2)    Input field (3)    Information memory (4)    Circuit breaker `(Drawing contains non-English language text)` (5)
NOVELTY - The turbine, especially for operating with fluid charging media, has an inlet pipe (11) opening into the inside of the turbine runner (1) and the runner itself are axially movable in relation to one another. The runner and generator (3) connected to it are axially adjustable in relation to the inlet pipe. The vertical adjustment is carried out hydraulically or by means of a motor and gear unit. The inlet pipe on its end facing the turbine is provided with an inflow lip, especially a lip rounded on the inlet side.    USE - The turbine is especially a water turbine for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - The turbine is suitable for the most varied heights of fall of the operating medium and can be manufactured with the most varied dimensions without the operating reliability and simplicity of the construction being influenced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectioned view of the turbine together with a generator.    turbine runner (1)    torsion tube (2)    generator (3)    inlet cone (9)    inlet pipe (11)
NOVELTY - The solar cell panel (10) has a solar cell (12) covered by a transparent plate (11). The transparent plate absorbs infrared light (B) and emits visible light (D).    USE - For use on buildings, vehicle and train.    ADVANTAGE - Since transparent plate develops color by using infrared light, a solar cell panel which is superior in the viewpoint of decoration without lowering the power generation efficiency of the solar cells is obtained .    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the solar cell panel and the graph explaining the optical energy characteristics of the solar cell panel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell panel (10)    transparent plate (11)    solar cell (12)    energy (A)    infrared light (B)    visible light (D)    sunlight (L1)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a set of turbine with rotors (43) and an impulse turbine stage (41), where each stage has a diaphragm with an annular row of static blades extending between an outer static ring (51) mounted to a turbine casing and an inner static ring. The outer static ring has greater thermal inertia and greater stiffness than the inner static ring and is capable of limited radial movement relative to the turbine casing.    USE - Used in a boiler.    ADVANTAGE - The diaphragm with static blades extends between the outer static ring and the inner static ring, thus reducing deterioration of clearances due to the greater stiffness of diaphragm, and ease of on-site clearance adjustments, and hence effectively reducing maintenance costs and providing easy repair and refurbishment of components.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of modifying an axial flow steam turbine assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial axial section through a modified turbine stage for use in a steam turbine assembly.    Impulse turbine stage (41)    Turbine casing (42)    Rotor (43)    Outer static ring (51)    Inner static ring (52)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a condensing room (5) communicated with a seawater channel (24), where seawater is guided into the room via the seawater channel. A solar module (1) is provided in which the sea water flows through the seawater channel to cool the module. A conductive plate (2) heats seawater flowing through the seawater channel. The plate defines a sealed compartment containing a superconductive liquid.    USE - Used for desalting solar seawater.    ADVANTAGE - The seawater flows into the solar module through the seawater channel to cool the solar module, thus preventing overheating of the solar module, and hence cooling the module without external energy. The apparatus effectively desalts the seawater to obtain freshwater with low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar seawater desalting apparatus.    Solar module (1)    Conductive plate (2)    Heat-insulating plate (3)    Condensing room (5)    Seawater channel (24)
NOVELTY - The terminal box (B) comprises a retainer (15) for fixing a terminal board (30) on a substrate (11). The retainer is passed through holding hole (31) of terminal board (30), and connection hole (41) of lead (40), to connect the lead to the terminal board.    USE - For solar cell module in solar cell panel laid on roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the need for ensuring fixing region of terminal board, and connection region of lead, hence simplifies structure of the terminal box and avoids expansion of the terminal box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of lead connected to terminal board. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    retainer (15)    spring (20)    terminal board (30)    holding hole (31)    lead (40)    connection hole (41)    terminal box (B)
NOVELTY - The solar cell array has rectangular or square shaped solar cell modules arranged on surface of inclined roof such that a gap (S) is maintained between side edges of roof and sides of edge-side solar cell modules. The attachment width of each module with respect to roof surface, and the dimension of gap are set as integer multiple of attachment width (alpha) of solar cell element.    USE - Solar cell array installed on inclined roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - External appearance of the solar cell array is improved due to predetermined arrangement of the solar cell modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the solar cell array. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    gap (S)    width of solar cell element (X)    interval between solar cell elements (Y)    attachment width of solar cell element (alpha)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has window sash arranged so that house interior and outdoor are divided, and solar cell panel installed in handrail arranged at outdoor side. The electric power is generated by sunlight reception by solar cell panel, by receiving sunlight directly on outer side (a) of panel and receiving sunlight reflected by window sash on panel side (b) facing house interior.    USE - Solar cell apparatus installed at balcony, roof open space and veranda of apartment house and individual house, and deck of ship.    ADVANTAGE - Increases electric power generation by solar cell panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective, sectional and top views of solar cell apparatus.    handrail (1)    solar cell panel (4)    wall surface (5)    window sash (6)    floor surface (7)    panel sides (a,b)
NOVELTY - A module installation region (B) has several rectangular module installation divisions (d) in solar cell module (4) of mutually identical vertical and lateral widths, so that the installation region is located parallel to hip ridgeline (A) by connecting the upper side vertex (a) through a line segment (C), spaced at a specific deviation width (L).    USE - Installation structure of solar cell module installed in hiped roof of building e.g. house.    ADVANTAGE - Allows to manufacture the solar cell module inexpensively and easily since the lateral and vertical widths of the solar cell is set identically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of hiped roof installing solar cell module.    solar cell module (4)    hip ridgeline (A)    upper side vertex (a)    module installation region (B)    line segment (C)    rectangular module installation divisions (d)
NOVELTY - A reinforcement board (401) has a planar portion and a suspending portion (403) formed by bending one side of the planar portion. A solar cell element (402) is provided on the collar portion (404) extended from the planar portion.    USE - For roof (claimed) with solar cell, for building.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cell element is efficiently laid on the roof, the non-electric generation area on the roof surface is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for roof with solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the roof material with the solar cell.    reinforcement board (401)    solar cell element (402)    suspending portion (403)    collar portion (404)
NOVELTY - A lead wire is extracted from a photovoltaic cell and is connected to a connection end of a terminal box. The adhesive agent between a resin board and box is hardened and simultaneously a resin sheet is melted to weld the cell and the resin board. An external drawer cord is connected to the connection end of box.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module for generating electric power using sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces hardening waiting time for attaching terminal box and resin board, thus reduces manufacturing time of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow diagram of the solar cell module manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A multistage epicyclic-gear retarder (33) provided in countershaft between electric power generation device (33) and water turbine shaft (21), decelerates the rotational speed of an input shaft (43) for performing transmission amplification of power from drive source through retarder and actuating device. An output shaft (36) connected to the retarder performs switching drive of the runner vane (14).    USE - Runner vane operating device of hydraulic machine (claimed) such as diagonal flow water turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Runner vane which consumes less oil, is obtained, thereby preventing contamination of water source and accident such as oil leakage. Improves runner vane position control precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hydraulic machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the runner vane operating device.    motor (2)    runner vane (14)    water turbine shaft (21)    electric power generation device (33)    output shaft (36)    multistage epicyclic gear retarder (40)    input shaft (43)
NOVELTY - A bypass pipe (12) positioned between an inlet valve (7) of an iron pipe (4) and an upper pool, connects a draft-tube gate (10) and a lower cover though a by-pass valve (11). Another bypass pipe (14) positioned between an inlet valve of iron pipe and a movable guide vane (8), connects the draft-tube gate and lower pool through another by-pass valve (13).    USE - For pumped storage electric power station.    ADVANTAGE - Shortens transfer time from power generation mode to pumping mode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operating method of pump turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical cross-section view of pump turbine. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    iron pipe (4)    inlet valve (7)    movable guide vane (8)    by-pass valves (11,13)    bypass pipes (12,14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has vibration sensors (11a,11b) and hydraulic pressure sensors (13a,13b) installed at draft tube (10) and pump turbine upper cover (3). The feed valves (20,23) connected between respective draft tube air supply tank (19) and upper cover air supply tank (22), is opened, when vibration or hydraulic pressure pulsation is detected in draft tube and upper cover, so that air is let inside tube and cover.    USE - For controlling operations of water pump turbine installed in water pumped storage power station for generating electric power using pumped water.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces axial shake, vibration and hydraulic pressure pulsation generated in pump turbine, effectively, thereby enabling safety operation of pump turbine and requiring short time for transferring from water pump mode to electric power generating mode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for operation control method of pump turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of operational control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    pump turbine (1)    upper cover (3)    draft tube (10)    vibration sensors (11a,11b)    hydraulic pressure sensors (13a,13b)    air supply tanks (19,22)    feed valves (20,23)
NOVELTY - An adsorption unit (1) adsorbs an edge portion of sheet (4) that is separated and conveyed by supply unit, from an upper direction with an adsorption block (1a). A clamping unit (2) clamps an edge portion of sheet that is adsorbed by adsorption unit, so as to measure the thickness of the sheet.    USE - For manufacture of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves manufacturing yield of solar cell module, by preventing formation of wrinkles on the surface of the sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) sheet conveyance method; and    (2) solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the external view of the sheet conveyor.    adsorption unit (1)    adsorption block (1a)    clamping unit (2)    sheet (4)    sheet conveyor (10)    loading table (11)
NOVELTY - The self-illuminating marker lamp (10) has a light emitting elements (4) e.g. LED provided at a trapezoid shaped transparent case (2), which emits light along the direction of land and sea using solar cell (3).    USE - Self illuminating lamp installed in ground surface such as quay, wharf, pier, for safe navigation of ship, and other vehicle on road.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ensuring pedestrian, driver and the ship steering person to recognize boundary of the ocean and land. Maintains visibility over long period.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the self-illuminating marker lamp.    cover (1)    case (2)    solar cell (3)    light emitting unit (4)    self-illuminating marker lamp (10)
NOVELTY - The mounting for a roof functional module, and especially a solar module (1) at the flat roof (2) of an industrial building, has a mounting frame (7) anchored to the roof to take the module frame (8) or a part of it. The carrier frame has an upper (9) and a lower (10) holder to suspend the module frame at the required angle. The carrier frame has horizontal carriers (11) and at least one telescopic vertical support (12) with the upper and lower holders.    USE - The assembly is for the mounting of a solar module and the like at the flat roof of an industrial building.    ADVANTAGE - The solar module is mounted to the flat roof without damage to the thermal insulation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar module mounting at a flat roof.    solar module (1)    roof (2)    mounting frame (7)    module frame (8)    upper and lower holders (9,10)    horizontal carrier (11)    vertical support (12)
NOVELTY - Laminator for solar cells or multi-layer glass sheets has an electrical heating plate with a main central section (12) and smaller peripheral sections (13) whose heating effect is controlled by a unit connected to temperature sensors.    USE - Laminating solar cells or multi-layer glass sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the heating plate.    Heating elements (11, 11')    Main heating plate (12)    Peripheral, controllable heating plates (13)
NOVELTY - It has a upper part (1) and lower part (2) which can be adjusted relatively moving on the guide rails (12). The upper and lower parts are connected with the help of a plastic pipe having circular cross-section. A lock screw makes it possible to fix the pipe in different positions. Lower part is arranged in one or more guide blocks (22).    USE - For adjusting sports utility devices accordingly.    ADVANTAGE - Enables easy and quick adjustments of sports devices. Ensures low noise and minimum friction in between the various machine components thus reducing wear and increasing life of the machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the exploded view of adjuster for sports utility devices.    Upper part (1)    Lower part (2)    Guide rails (12)    Guide blocks (22)
NOVELTY - A folding treadmill has a support base frame (10) with two uprights (11) supporting a control panel (13) and two hand grips (12). The treadmill belt is fitted into a rectangular frame (20) hinged on the base frame two swing between a horizontal operating position into a vertical storage position. The tilt action is provided by crank arms (30) fitted with dampers, for ease of folding. The belt frame is secured into the vertical storage position by L-shaped slots and retaining studs.    USE - Leisure and fitness equipment    ADVANTAGE - A simple compact folding system using a minimum of components    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a treadmill with folding belt frame and with tilt cover removed.    Base support frame (10)    Upright supports (11)    Control panel (13)    Handgrips (12)    Belt frame (20)    Folding mechanism (30)    Servo motor (24)    Dampers (50)
NOVELTY - The device has ring-shaped flow body (5) that is fastened on a tower circumference to a height of a rotor blade (2), which oppose a spin-afflicted rotor outflow to height of rotor points to smaller resistance than it enables in a round tower (4). Molded stump airfoils and/or guide plate/profile and asymmetric helical molded ring unit are disposed on the circumference of distributed single profile units.    USE - Used for enhancing circulation flow of a rotor system e.g. rotor blade, that is utilized in a wind power plant, water turbine, and rotating hydraulic drive e.g. marine drive.    ADVANTAGE - The device can be effectively operated in a simple and cost-effective manner. The device improves the noise generation, and efficiency and safety of the wind power plant. The device improves the overall aerodynamic characteristics and avoids circulating drags of eddy current which are caused by end eddies from a tip of the rotor blade.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a wind power plant.    Wind power plant (1)    Rotor blade (2)    Tower region (3)    Tower (4)    Ring-shaped flow body (5)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a method for improving the performance of semiconductor photoelectric converter, including the steps as follows: 1) taking two semiconductor photoelectric converters; 2) usingthem to compose a V-shaped component, able to add the illuminated area and improving the photoelectric converting ability.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a photovoltaic glue-lined glass for non-crystalline silicon solar battery component, belonging to BIPV field, substituting film solar battery component for block solar battery to change the structure of photovoltaic layer. And the single-faced or double-faced noncrystalline silicon solar battery components and the transparent glass medium are arranged in parallel, in order and at intervals and inlaid in a conductive side frame, several said solar battery components and transparent glass medium alternates with light and shade to form a grating shape. The sections of the conductive frame are "L"-shaped, "T"-shaped, "E"-shaped, and "U"-shaped, and there are three raised shapes all connected in parallel with back electrodes or back-to-back electrodes. The noncrystalline silicon solar battery is large-sized, meeting building material standard, low-cost, and integrated with the characters of soft color, beautiful video and environmental protection and raising generating collection efficiency of the photovoltaic glue- lined glass.
NOVELTY - The method involves exposing an excimer laser energy to an indium tin oxide film for an exposure time of between 5 minutes to 10 hours. The film surface is cleaned before the laser exposure. The cleaning process includes depositing film in acetone, and cleaning by water jacket ultrasonic vibration. The film is afterwards deposited in deionized water, cleaned by the ultrasonic vibration and dried by nitrogen gun.    USE - Used for treating exposure of an indium tin oxide film exposure that is utilized in a solar battery, display panel, light emitting diode (LED) and organic light emitting diode (OLED).    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively increases the work function of the indium-tin-oxide (ITO) film under the excimer laser exposure treatment, thus avoiding complicated treatment processes, and chemical pollution problems. The method also effectively improves ITO film performance and decreases an operational voltage of the film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of an indium tin oxide film exposure treatment method.
NOVELTY - A direct current (DC)/DC converter (4) is parallely connected to a photovoltaic cell (3) in a solar cell module (2). A controller (5) controls the drive of DC/DC converter by maximum power point of module, using the specific driving condition set by drive frequency of the converter and duty cycle.    USE - Solar power generation apparatus used in e.g. building.    ADVANTAGE - The conversion efficiency is maintained at high level even if the light receiving surface of the solar cell module is not properly irradiated with light.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the solar power generation apparatus.    reflector (1)    solar cell module (2)    photovoltaic cell (3)    DC/DC converter (4)    controller (5)
NOVELTY - A solar cell (2) is arranged at the interior of a box-shaped mirror (1). The solar cell irradiates and spreads light from the interior of mirror.    USE - For generating electric power in e.g. building,    ADVANTAGE - Ensures stable and uniform generation of electric power irrespective of weather.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the free-installation type solar cell.    Mirror (1)    Solar cell (2)    Light sources (3)
NOVELTY - A process converts geothermal energy and/or regenerative energy into electrical energy for take-up by the electrical distribution network. Surplus energy electrical energy is stored with the assistance of carbon dioxide as a hydrocarbon and alcohol and stored as chemical energy in a container. The chemical energy is subsequently converted as required into electrical energy. Any excess chemical energy is introduced into a pipeline as methane. Excess electrical energy is converted to hydrogen.    USE - Process to convert and store geothermal energy and/or regenerative energy e.g. hydroelectricity by conversion into chemical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The process acts as a buffer stock for regenerative energy during periods of high demand or low supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the regenerative process chemical storage process.    Regenerative energy source (1a)    conversion process (1c)    energy user point (3)    electrolysis process (6)    hydrogen user-point (8)    oxygen supply (10)    combustion/heating process (12)    thermodynamic process (15)    alcohol storage (20)    user point (23)    carbon dioxide recovery (25)    carbon dioxide storage (27)
NOVELTY - A pair of gears attached to crank wheels (106,106') are connected to each other by belts/chains, so that one gear revolves around other, when force is applied to foot support. A resistance unit such as friction belt is connected to crank wheels, for providing braking force to wheels. A pair of handles are fixed to frame (100) or movably linked to crank device to cause reciprocal movement of handles about a pivot point.    USE - Training/exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Enables adjusting the training apparatus to match the stride of user, the size of path and type of exercise chosen by user. Enables simulating range of motions including walking, jogging, running, climbing and skiing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the training/exercise apparatus.    frame (100)    platforms (102,102')    arms (104,104')    wheels (106,106')    discs (152,153)
NOVELTY - The treadmill has a motor (13) to rotate a drive belt, which drives a front roller. A running belt (14) placed around the front roller and a rear roller creates rotation by operating the motor. A base is provided with sensing lines to accelerate or decelerate the treadmill. A CPU gives a command to accelerate or decelerate the motor to control rotational speed of the running belt, when an operator touches one of the lines.    USE - Used for providing a walking exercise, jogging exercise and running exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The CPU gives the command to accelerate or decelerate the motor to control the rotational speed of belt, thus tremendously simplifying operation procedure of the CPU, and hence efficiently increasing ability of instant reaction of the treadmill and ensuring safety of the user. The simpler and cheaper CPU is utilized to automatically accelerate and decelerate the motor, thus reducing production cost of the treadmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electric treadmill.    Tread base (10)    Handrail (11)    Electric console (12)    Motor (13)    Running belt (14)    Rear support (15)    Drive belt (16)    Front and rear rollers (17, 18)
NOVELTY - An endless belt (1) for standing/walking, pivotably attachable to a maneuverable base (16), has operating and non-operating positions. A motor (24) supported on the base, drives the belt at a user specified speed less than 0.5 mph. The speed being adjustable in steps or less than or equal to 0.1 mph.    USE - Physical rehabilitation device with treadmill for use by patients recovering in hospitals, nursing home, private and group home.    ADVANTAGE - A simple rehabilitation device which is easily usable by weak patients is realized. The device can be easily transported over long distances or difficult terrains such as stairs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for rehabilitation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the physical rehabilitation device.    endless belt (12)    base (16)    motor (24)    user interface (74)    hand grips (92,94)
NOVELTY - The exerciser has a magnetic resistance mold (50) including a magnetic unit and a fly wheel which cuts magnetic flux to produce magnetic resistance. A motor driving mold (60) includes a motor (61) and a set of wheels so as to transmit power from an output shaft of the motor. A clutch device (70) including a lever sets the exerciser to operate in the magnetic resistance mold or the motor driving mold.    USE - Elliptical exerciser.    ADVANTAGE - The clutch device including the lever sets the exerciser to operate in the magnetic resistance mold or the motor driving mold, thus providing the exerciser that is optionally shifted by the user so as to meet the user`s need between the two molds, and also protecting the motor when the exerciser is set to the magnetic resistance mold.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an elliptical exerciser.    Magnetic resistance mold (50)    Motor driving mold (60)    Motor (61)    Clutch device (70)    Lever (71)
NOVELTY - The water turbine rotation speed control of hydraulic power unit (25) and opening control of water turbine inlet valve (27) are performed independently. The flow rate of water in downstream side pipeline of hydraulic power unit is controlled to target value.    USE - For micro-hydropower-generation using surplus pressure in dam and water works.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the amount of generated electric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for surplus pressure utilization microhydraulic power unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of the surplus pressure utilization microhydraulic power generation system.    water supply tank (23)    hydraulic power unit (25)    water turbine inlet valve (27)    regeneration inverter (30)    electric power system (31)
NOVELTY - A pedal device (10) has a foot-plate with a shaft and a rotation sensor, and a first signal processor, and a wireless signal transmitter. The shaft connected to an exercise bicycle is connected to a signal part. A display device (20) has a wireless signal receiver, a second signal processing part, and a display. When rotation occurs, the signal part passes the rotation sensor and generates a signal which his received by the first signal processor, and then the wireless transmitter transmits a signal to the wireless receiver of the display.    USE - Exercise bicycles etc.    ADVANTAGE - Avoids short-circuits. The user can install it himself.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the apparatus.    Pedal device (10)    Display device. (20)
NOVELTY - This invention discloses a method of triangular magnetic water power generation. It includes tripod, fixed body, water power entrance, magneto-electric coil, magnet, cavity, axis and wheel. The tripodis fixed on fixed body to form triangular orbit, water power entrance is fixed on one up angle of tripod, magneto-electric coil is fixed in tripod to form triangular magneto-electric coil, multiple magnets and cavities compose strobila that can rotate on triangular orbit by axis and wheel, cavity is fixed on outer triangular surface, the mouths of the cavities are towards water inlet direction. Magnetic is fixed on inner triangular surface and corresponding to triangular magneto-electric coil. Water is in cavity when the water power in water entrance is down direction. Strobila rotates on triangular orbit, water flow out the cavity when the cavity is rotate upwards, magnetic and triangular magneto-electric coil generating magneto-electric when the strobila rotating. The triangular magnetic field solves the problem of water waste.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a synergy method for waterpower. The intake of the hydraulic generator is set at the bottom or near the bottom of the dam at a grade from 0 degree to 20 degree. The water wheelis set in the water guiding box. And the hydraulic turbines in the water guiding box are arrayed in series. It drives generator by variable speed gear. The outtake of the water guiding box is set anadjust valve. The grade of hydraulic turbines in the water guiding box is from grade 1 to grade 3. The invention would avoid air to entangle and the current would not cause vacuum, and cavitation. When the pressure increases, the same water intake could drive several hydraulic turbines. Thus, the aim of synergy for waterpower would be realized.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a new generating method according to the universe mechanics great unification theory that can directly use waterpower. It is suited in the mountainous area that is lack of electric but the rain water is plenty.
NOVELTY - The installation has a group of submerged darrieus turbines (114) with funnels connected to a 90-degree gearbox. A power house is located above sea level and in the middle of a submerged frame. The gearbox is located on a lower part of a vertical tower. A unit keeps an inner space of the gearbox from being flooded. A remote operating lubricating system cleans and cools changing oil in the gearbox.    USE - Used for harvesting kinetic energy installation in tides of a river or sea.    ADVANTAGE - The group of submerged darrieus turbines with funnels connected to the 90-degree gearbox, thus significantly increasing efficiency of energy utilization of water streams, and hence improving economics of an operation and installation. The installation prevents water entering 90-degrees gearbox, prevents lost of power generating capacity, and special blade-cleaning machine operates in semi-automated mode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a kinetic energy harvesting installation.    Darrieus turbines (114)    Turbine wheel (122)    Funnels (124)    Turbine housing (126)    Screen (128)
NOVELTY - Method involves securing cables to previously prepared polymeric film web having necessary area; folding film web to create accordion structure; cutting lane in ice near water reservoir bench, wherein the lane dimension is equal to film web width; drilling holes in ice so that the holes are arranged along bent film web and spaced from the web; moving film web edge under ice with the use of above cables; bringing cable ends to ice surface through above holes and pulling the film web under ice over a given area; immersing the formed geo-membrane in water with the use of weight; lowering remainder geo-membrane part under ice; connecting weight to end of above part and laying the geo-membrane end on beach surface after seasonal ice melting.    USE - Hydraulic building, particularly to create impervious screen in working storage reservoirs of hydroelectric power station, water ponds and pools adapted to accumulate water store enough to satisfy industrial and potable water demands.    ADVANTAGE - Increased simplicity due to possibility of impervious screen creation without water reservoir dewatering, increased economy.2 dwg, 1 ex
NOVELTY - A touch screen monitor (3) is set in combination with an exercise equipment (27) to perform exercise displayed on touch screen monitor for emulation by a user using the exercise equipment. The intensity level to execute at least a portion of exercise is variable to suit level of fitness of the user and automatically altered based on information on fitness input by user.    USE - For performing personal training routine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables player terminal to obtain information about physiological changes within the user's body due to exercise undertaken. Enables user to see the touch screen monitor by setting touch screen monitor pivotable within the free standing unit. Enables display of one or more exercises from which the user selected.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for retrieving animation of an exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a player terminal.    Player terminal (1)    Free standing unit (2)    Touch screen monitor (3)    Speaker (20)    Exercise equipment (27)
NOVELTY - The device has a movable case (12) inside which a fixed part is placed. A connection unit (16) connects the case and the fixed part in a movable manner. The fixed part has a fixed mechanical shaft (18) for connecting the fixed part to a medium (46) in a rigid manner, where the shaft traverses the case. The movable case has a mass greater than a mass of the fixed part. A sealing membrane is placed between the case and shaft.    USE - Used for recovering mechanical energy from a movable medium subjected to vibrations, shocks and outflows, and/or from a fluid in movement (claimed) such as air and water, to transform the recovered mechanical energy into electrical energy, heat energy or mechanical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The movable case has a mass greater than that of the fixed part, thus permitting to increase the recovery of the mechanical energy from the movement of the medium and the fluid, without increasing the total mass and volume of the recovery device and without adding useless unit such as blades in the device. The encumbrance of the device is thus reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a utilization of a mechanical energy recovery device in fluid environment.    Movable case (12)    Connection unit (16)    Fixed mechanical shaft (18)    Fluid (44)    Medium (46)
NOVELTY - Robot includes two solar modules with capacitors, 24 volt relays and auxiliary solar modules (solar eyes) and two diodes in series to latter. Two relay contacts in series between plus contact of one module and minus contact of other one (plus-minus short circuit bridge). Solar eyes are included in control current circuit of relays for control current regulation according to sunshine intensity at night, or overcast conditions solar modules are in parallel, while at sunny conditions solar modules are coupled across bridge contacts in series.    USE - For improved control current regulation.    ADVANTAGE - Improved economy of operation.
NOVELTY - A modulation controller is adapted to provide switching frequency or pulse width to a high-speed switching circuit according to power control algorithm being executed by a microprocessor (340). The microprocessor determines maximum power point of a solar array (310) and adjusts the switching frequency or pulse width of modulation controller to match the maximum power point of solar array.    USE - For use in low power applications.    ADVANTAGE - Maximize the power output for solar power cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the electrical circuit.    Electrical circuit (300)    Solar array (310)    Store or load subsystem (320)    Solar energy source (330)    Microprocessor (340)
NOVELTY - A measurement module (10) measures body size of the members. A management equipment (20) receives the input member information, health condition of members and measurement results, and transmits them to a terminal (100) through a network. The terminal prescribes proper exercise methods through the management equipment. The terminal acquires and saves the exercise results from the equipment along with input member information.    USE - For exercise control according to member's health condition in fitness center.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the member to do exercise suitable for member's health condition, by prescribing proper exercise method on the health condition checked every time when the member visits the fitness center. Enables the member to easily receive exercise program prescribed for his or her own condition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of exercise control in fitness center.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the overall configuration of the exercise control system.    measurement module (10)    management equipment (20)    exercise apparatus (30)    exercise method terminal (100)
NOVELTY - Production of polycrystalline silicon, comprises melting part or whole of deposited silicon to provide melt of silicon on deposition surface; dropping the melt from the deposition surface; and receiving dropped molten silicon in receiving vessel. The receiving vessel comprises silicon bottom plate(s) and silicon side plates that are installed in upright direction around a peripheral part of the bottom plate.    USE - For producing polycrystalline silicon used as a raw material for semiconductors or solar light power generation batteries.    ADVANTAGE - When the receiving vessel is formed of silicon plates, even though the individual plates are not bonded to each other, the silicon melt is not leaked from the gap between the plates and silicon can be efficiently recovered while preventing contamination of the silicon product.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of polycrystalline silicon comprises: depositing silicon in a solid state or molten state by contacting gas mixture of hydrogen and silanes to a deposition surface having a temperature of 600-1700degreesC; melting a part or the whole of deposited silicon to provide a melt of silicon on the deposition surface; dropping the melt from the deposition surface; and receiving the dropped molten silicon in a receiving vessel. The receiving vessel comprises silicon bottom plate(s) and silicon side plates that are installed in upright direction around a peripheral part of the bottom plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram of a receiving vessel.
NOVELTY - An hydroelectric power generation unit (8) comprises a hydroelectric generator and a Francis turbine in a watertight structure. A channel tube (9) guides the water drainage from the stored water region (3) to the fixed portion (15) of hydroelectric power generation unit. A winding machine (7) and an incline (6) raises or lowers the hydroelectric power generation unit at a position higher than the fixed portion.    USE - Hydroelectric power generation plant.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to simply install hydroelectric power generation plant at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the hydroelectric power generation plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    arch-type dam (2)    stored water region (3)    incline (6)    winding machine (7)    hydroelectric power generation unit (8)    channel tube (9)    water drainage hole (10)    feed pipe (11)    exhaust pipe (12)    fixed portion (15)
NOVELTY - A rectangular main plate (2) has holes (5) for accommodating water turbine power generating apparatus along water flowing direction in flowing water path. An expandable-contractable leg is provided for maintaining the standing-up state of the plate.    USE - Raising/lowering gate used in hydraulic unit (claimed) for water powered electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a structure suitable for water powered electricity generation using hydraulic power energy of flowing water path. Performs maintenance operation of the hydraulic unit easily, after installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for raising/lowering type hydraulic unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the raising/lowering gate for water powered electricity generation.    raising/lowering gate (1)    gate main plate (2)    legs (3)    hydraulic cylinder (4)    hole for attachment (5)
NOVELTY - The porous structured electrodes (7) arranged on a semiconductor layer (5) opposing to the electrodes (3), has an electroconductive material having resistivity of 1x10(-6) ohm. The sheet resistance of the electrodes (7) is 0.001-1 ohm/square.    USE - E.g pn-junction type solar cell    ADVANTAGE - Improves the energy-conversion efficiency of the optoelectric transducer module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for optoelectric transducer module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the optoelectric transducer module.    substrates (2,8)    electrodes (3,7)    semiconductor layer (5)    charge- transport portions (9)    photoelectric conversion portions (12)
NOVELTY - A wind powered electric generator is installed at the downward direction in a river or sea to generate electric power using the water flow of a river. The dome is formed with a transparent rigid plastic at half ball shaped to cover predetermined area of earth.    USE - Used for river or sea tidal power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enables protecting the human from natural disaster while replacing utilization of thermal power generation or nuclear power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the assembly structure of the ground dome. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A concave portion is formed at the solar cell attachment structure (14,15) to facilitate attachment of the periphery of a solar cell module (21). The rain water flows down between each of the solar cell attachment structure. he solar cell module is formed in a square or rectangular shape.    USE - Used for solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Raises general purpose of the sheet metal roof member while easing assembly operation of the solar cell module since installing mark are reduced. Ensures favorable waterproof capability of the roof material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell module fixed with respect to the sheet metal roof member.    Roof lining board (13)    Solar cell attachment structure (14,15)    Crosspiece (16)    Solar cell module (21)
NOVELTY - A force controller (2) regulates the application of force by a leg in obstructive exercise movement to contract antagonist and agonist muscles of thigh with good balance to safely recover the muscular strength. The force controller has a pedal (10) on which a trainee places a foot and a pedal angle fixing device (28) that fixes inclination angle of the pedal.    USE - For performing exercise training for increasing muscular strength of e.g. thigh, leg.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures convenient, efficient and fast recovery of the motor function of leg since both agonist and antagonist muscles of thigh are balanced, increased and recovered efficiently and safely. Improves efficiency by functional recovery training since quadriceps femoris and hamstring muscles of thigh are contracted with good balance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of an obstructive exercise linkage training apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Force controller (2)    Electric stimulator (3)    Pedal actuator (7)    Pedal (10)    Pedal angle fixing device (28)
NOVELTY - The solar energy directing system has set of mirrors (105,150) having movable axes and facets. The facets direct the sunlight to focus at a solar energy receiver (160) when the mirror axes are towards the receiver.    USE - Solar energy collection system used at building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The mirrors are driven using simple technique at same rate with low power consumption.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar energy directing system;    (2) building;    (3) photovoltaic cell; and    (4) method for attaching electrical contact to photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the solar energy collection system.    mirrors (105,150)    strip focus (115)    actuator (120)    solar energy receiver (160)
NOVELTY - The solar radiation reflectors provided on top of the solar oven (3), reflect radiation to the box. A thermal pane glass provided on top of the oven prevents energy from escaping from the top. A solar panel (1) charges battery (2), which in turn provides power to the heating element. The heating element provides additional energy to the solar oven and allows to heat from the bottom for even baking temperature.    USE - Solar oven.    ADVANTAGE - Provides uniform heat for baking or cooking system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the operation of the solar oven with photovoltaic system.    solar panel (1)    battery (2)    solar oven (3)    heating control (4)
NOVELTY - The unit has a target (22) with an area (24) to be stuck by a user. A piezoelectric sensor (26) is located at the area associated with a unique identifier for generating an electrical signal in response to a force of the user striking the area. A musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) converter (50) is placed between the sensor and a processor (48) to convert electrical signal from the sensor to a MIDI signal.    USE - Exercise unit e.g. bicycle, elliptical trainer, treadmill, and stair climber, in an exercise system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The unit provides high levels of interaction and feedback to the user to continue and motivate the user. The unit is designed such that the unit does not require specialized hardware, thus reducing the manufacturing cost, and enabling the unit to withstand repetitive stresses and a caustic environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of facilitating a workout routine    (B) an exercise system comprising exercise units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an exercise unit.    Target (22)    Area (24)    Piezoelectric sensor (26)    Processor (48)    MIDI converter (50)
NOVELTY - A connector (19) for output is connected to a solar cell module (101) containing photovoltaic cells. A portable power source housing (11) has an input connector (14) to which output connector is connected, when inserting solar cell module to housing.    USE - For supplying power to digital camera, video camera.    ADVANTAGE - Improves production of electricity and eases portability of the power source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective views of the portable power source and solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    portable power source housing (11)    connectors (14,19)    cable (16)    solar cell module (101)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical solar cell (4) is attached to the center of a reflecting plate (1) of mortar form, that is attached to a mount (8). The reflecting plate is inclined to solar direction, using motors (2,3) and gear wheels (5,6) attached to mount.    USE - For solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Enables condensing sunlight from any direction by turning the reflection plate according to the solar calendar.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the beam condensing unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    reflecting plate (1)    motors (2,3)    solar cell (4)    gear wheels (5,6)    mount (8)
NOVELTY - The tool has chip type diode (11) connected to cooling plates (6,7) in diode zone (1) filled with insulating filler (13) and provided in solar cell module connection box (14). Another connection box has terminal for module lead wire connection, terminal for output cable connection and insulation case with notch and window.    USE - For connecting solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The wide area of solar cell is used and heat radiation effect of solar cell is improved, thereby maintaining capability of diode over long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of connection tool. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    diode zone (1)    cooling plates (6,7)    chip type diode (11)    insulating filler (13)    connection box (14)
NOVELTY - The solar cell integrated cladding material has surface board with opening (64) through which a terminal box (31) and cable (32) are inserted. A support (4) arranged at backside of the opening of surface board, disposes the rainwater.    USE - E.g. transverse tile and longitudinal tile for packaging structure (claimed) used in wall, roof of building, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents leakage of rainwater and retention of water at reverse side of the solar cell. Support protects the backside of terminal box physically, thereby ensuring easy management, conveyance and handling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for packaging structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view, side sectional view and right sectional view of the solar cell integrated cladding material.    solar cell integrated cladding material (1)    solar cell (3)    support (4)    terminal box (31)    cable (32)    opening (64)
NOVELTY - A flowmeter detects the flow rate of water to facilitate switching of unit power generation equipment. The unit power generation equipment comprises of the generator directly coupled with the water turbine. The unit power generation equipment is switched and controlled when the flow rate of the flow meter reduces to below predetermined flow rate value.    USE - For use in water channel e.g. agricultural drainage channel, water purification plant, or sewage disposal plant.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures board operating range with respect to water quantity fluctuation while ensuring large electric energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flow rate output characteristics of the hydro power generating plant. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The system has a server (16) which calculates the expenses concerning the plan durability of a solar cell (10) and the estimation value of expense per predetermined period, and a recorder (13) which measures the production of electricity of the solar cell in a predetermined period. Based on the measured value, the server calculates the performance value of the solar cell.    USE - For ensuring production of electricity of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Decreases risk of surety side. Raises precision of certified value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the structure of the solar cell warranty system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell (10)    Power conditioner (11)    Recorder (13)    Personal computer (14)    Server (16)
NOVELTY - A large size tank stores the air compressed by an air compressor to be used in generating an electric power. The air compressor is operated by driving the water turbine.    USE - Used for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses generation of global warming since carbon dioxide emission is eliminated.
NOVELTY - The subject invention relates to a micro hydel power generating system comprising a turbine operated by the controlled flow of water enabling the turbine to produce initial voltage to operate three phase induction motor, exciting capacitors connected to three-phase induction motor to first increase the initially induced voltage and subsequently settling down the voltage by means of magnetic saturation of the motor, a consumer load circuit; switched capacitor VAR compensator are provide to compensate the reactive component of the consumer load circuit; and an electronic load controller circuit is connected across the terminals of the generating system in parallel to utilize the left over power consumed by the consumer load circuit. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A calculator calculates instantaneous relaxation measure value using heart beat timing instants determined from user's electrocardiogram. Another calculator generates relaxation measure reference value using instantaneous relaxation measure values calculated over different observation periods. A display unit displays relaxation pointer indicating graphically instantaneous relaxation measure value relative to reference pointer.    USE - For monitoring human relaxation level used as measure of human exertion during and/or after physical exercise e.g. cycling exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Since the instantaneous relaxation level is displayed graphically along with relaxation reference, enables the user to relate the instantaneous relaxation level to his or her personal standard. The personalized relaxation monitoring enables the user to adjust the exertion level according to his or her personal needs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of monitoring human relaxation level.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the heart rate monitor.
NOVELTY - A lamp, especially a pocket torch or bicycle lamp, has a lamp socket for a bulb mounted in a housing (1) and a battery compartment for at least one battery or an electrical storage battery with electric terminals (8). A charging device for the batteries or storage battery is provided in the housing (1) which has at least one solar cell (12) mounted on the outer face of the housing so that the batteries can be charged by sun-light.    USE - As pocket torch or bicycle lamp.    ADVANTAGE - Low-cost charging of lamp possible.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A lengthwise section of the lamp is shown.    Housing (1)    Upper shell (2)    Lower shell (3)    Light source space (4)    Glass cover (5)    Reflector (6)    Circuit board (7)    Electrical terminals (8)    Batteries (10)    Solar cells (12)    Adapter element (14)    Fixture rail (16)
NOVELTY - The rotor disc (1) has a collecting basin (8) round the free end of the piston rod (7). This collects servo oil leaking from the servo motor (5) and liable to make into the disc hub (2). The actuating movement of the servo motor reduces and enlarges the pump volume (17). Hydraulic liquid is thus guided from the collecting basin into the delivery pipe (11).    USE - For a Kaplan turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents leakage of the servo oil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectioned view of the disc.    Rotor disc (1)    Disc hub (2)    Servo motor (5)    Piston rod (7)    Collecting basin (8)    Delivery pipe (11)    Pump volume (17)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an electromyogram detector (100) detecting an electromyographic signal from a body. A fatigue index calculator (120) calculates a fatigue index indicating a degree of muscle fatigue by converting the detected signal into a frequency-domain signal. An electrical stimulation signal generator (140) adjusts an electrical stimulation signal based on the calculated index and generates a stimulation signal.    USE - Electrical stimulation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus monitors the status of lumbar protection and activity of the patients with lumbar troubles and provides feedback information according to walking patterns of the patients, thus inducing effective rehabilitative training.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating electrical stimulation using an electromyographic signal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an apparatus controlling electrical stimulation using an electromyographic signal.    Electromyogram detector (100)    Fatigue index calculator (120)    Electrical stimulation signal generator (140)
NOVELTY - The system has one electrode assembly (16) adapted to deliver a muscle stimulation signal to a tissue of a user, and a sensor system detects a muscle response. An electrical stimulation device (12) has a control system to automatically diagnose one characteristic of a muscle from the detected response and adjust one parameter of the signal in response to deliver an adjusted muscle stimulation signal.    USE - Used for therapists, physicians and athletes.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical stimulation device has the control system to automatically diagnose one characteristic of the muscle from the detected response and adjust one parameter of the signal in response to deliver the adjusted muscle stimulation signal, thereby enhancing user comfort, and improving treatment efficiency. The system is non-invasive and can be used in tandem with other exercise or activity, thereby facilitating the integration of electrotherapy into a wider variety of treatment protocols. The system facilitates continuous monitoring, verification and adjustments of stimulation energy. The system prevents the onset of detrimental muscle contractions and customizes treatment based upon muscle feedback and user physiology.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of using an automated adaptive muscle stimulation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of an electrical stimulation device.    Muscle stimulation system (10)    Electrical simulation device (12)    Electrode interface (14)    Electrode assembly (16)    Output channels (28)
NOVELTY - A beam (30) is connected to the bottom of a stand (40) which is connected to a connector (50) that is connected to a beam (60). Contact elements (70) are connected to the ends of the beam. The connector provides pivot motion such that a user, with his feet placed on the contact elements, can move his feet in at least one of the multiple modes of motion.    USE - For low impact therapeutic exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Allows multiple mode of motion for exercising. Increases circulation in sitting user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the compact multimode device.    Beam (30)    Stand (40)    Connector (50)    Beam (60)    Contact elements (70)
NOVELTY - A beam (30) is connected to the bottom of a stand (40) which is connected to a connector (50). Contact elements (70) are connected to the ends of a beam (60) to which the connector is connected. The user places his feet on the contact elements and moves his feet in at least one of the multiple modes of motion.    USE - For low impact therapeutic exercise.    ADVANTAGE - Allows multiple mode of motion for exercising. Increases circulation in sitting user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the compact multimode device.    Beam (30)    Stand (40)    Connector (50)    Beam (60)    Contact elements (70)
NOVELTY - A plate shaped spacer (4) includes spacer portions (5,7) having respective through holes (6,8) penetrating in thickness direction (W) so that a photodiode (2) is arranged at surface (5a) side of the spacer potion (5) and is connected with through hole (6). The photodiode is positioned in through hole (6). A portion of the surface (5a) is exposed to the outer side of the spacer portion (7).    USE - For monitoring light output in optical communication.    ADVANTAGE - Light reception characteristic is improved while reducing size of the light output monitoring apparatus. Productivity of the light output monitoring apparatus is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top, front and side views of the light output monitoring apparatus.    light output monitoring apparatus (1)    photodiode (2)    spacer (4)    spacer portions (5,7)    surface of spacer portion (5a)    through holes (6,8)
NOVELTY - The module (10) has a solar cell element (1) electrically connected to a strip-shaped electroconductive connector (2). An opaque resin layer (8) is arranged along the connector so as to cover the electroconductive connector.    USE - For motor vehicle, and also used in house and building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures fine sight of solar cell module reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1)    electroconductive connector (2)    transparent layer (3)    opaque resin layer (8)    solar cell string (9)    solar cell module (10)
NOVELTY - The module (2) comprises several photovoltaic cells (4) connected in series. A bypass tape (20) having resistance larger than the internal resistance of the photovoltaic cells, is provided to connect the reverse side electrodes (16) of adjacent cells, so that the electrodes are maintained at different potential.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Provides simple and low cost thin film solar cell module coping with hot spot phenomenon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the thin film solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell module (2)    photovoltaic cell (4)    transparent electrode (12)    reverse side electrode (16)    bypass tape (20)
NOVELTY - The heart rate of a physical training individual is measured (2) and compared with a reference (3) and a controller operates the motor/generator of a training machine. If the heart rate is lower the user drives a load and the generator charges the battery. If higher the battery (4) drives the motor and the load on the user is reduced.    USE - Physical training machines.    ADVANTAGE - Provides controlled effort.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a system block diagram.    Heart rate measurement (2)    Reference frequency (3)    Controller (1)    Battery (4)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell module tile comprises any combinations of elastomeric or polymeric materials including devulcanized elastomeric materials; a glass or Teflon (RTM; polymer) cover; a polymeric glue and sealer to bind the glass to rubber; an electrical grid system to connect photovoltic cells on slate to a centralized electrical connector; and integrated design concept.    USE - In roofing system e.g. fire retardant roofing system (claimed) to produce cost-effective electricity from solar power.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cell module tile is durable, consistent in color with common roofing materials, and allows for installation of a roof system to produce cost effective electricity from solar power. The roof tile makes installation of home-based solar voltaic electricity production economically viable and aesthetically acceptable. The tile significantly reduces the total cost of residential power generation by 75%. The glass cover keeps the photovoltaic cell dry and protected from abrasion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The integrated design concept is used so that the photovoltic cell module shapes look similar to non-photovoltaic tile molded shapes. The shapes are molded so they interlock or connect with each other.
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic receiver (4) includes photovoltaic cells and define an active area. The photovoltaic receiver is situated at a focal area (3) and is stationary with respect to a concave reflector (1) such that the photovoltaic receiver directly receives sunlight from the reflector. The flat reflecting elements (2) of the reflectors are arranged at the same distance from the focal area.    USE - For generating electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures good conversion performance, and is not prone to failure or malfunctioning.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a concave reflector; and    (B) a radiant energy to electrical energy converting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of solar concentrator.    Concave reflector (1)    Reflecting elements (2)    Focal area (3)    Photovoltaic receiver (4)    Mounting (7)
NOVELTY - The device has a semiconductor material comprising a p-doped region and an n-doped region. A p-n semiconductor junction is provided between the p-doped and n-doped regions, where an electrical potential is developed between the regions on illumination of a surface of the semiconductor material. A set of fibers (18) is randomly distributed across the surface of the semiconductor material.    USE - Optoelectronic device e.g. photovoltaic device such as solar cell, light-emitting device such as light-emitting diode or laser, photodetector or photoresistor.    ADVANTAGE - The fibers randomly distributed across the surface of the material may be small enough to generate quantum size effects. Silicon fibers may be used having a nanometer scale or micrometer scale size so as to increase luminescence in the visible region of the spectrum. The improved device is obtained by passing electric current through the device to induce photon emission from the p-n junction. Barrier layers can be provided at contact, electrode, layer surfaces, fiber surfaces, or at other surfaces, for increased efficiency or longer device lifetimes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a photo thermal system comprising a tube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an optoelectronic device.    Substrate (12)    Adhesive layer (14)    Fiber (18)    Conducting layer (20)    Electrical contacts (24, 26)
NOVELTY - A radiation image recording medium (10) has a charge transporting layer (13), a reading photo-conductor layer (14) and an electrode layer (14) laminated in order. An electrically conductive opaque layer (17) extends from the top middle region of each transparent linear electrode (15a), wherein the middle region extends along the longitudinal direction of each transparent linear electrode.    USE - For image display device.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances signal-to-noise ratio of image signal. Ensures fast display of image.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an image display device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the radiation image recording medium.    Radiation image recording medium (10)    Charge transporting layer (13)    Electrode layer (14)    Reading photo-conductor layer (14)    Transparent linear electrode (15a)    Electrically conductive opaque layer (17)
NOVELTY - The exercise machine (10) has an adjustment arm (251), preferably electrically-powered, which is coupled to a foot skate (501), so that the reciprocation motion of the arm is translated into the reciprocating movement of the foot skate. The adjustment arm is connected to pendulum arm (252) through coupler (261). When the pendulum arm is reciprocated about axis (221), the adjustment arm is forced to reciprocate about spaced apart axis (223). Operation of the adjustment mechanism and a resistance device is controlled by a computer.    USE - For aerobic exercises such as walking, jogging and climbing performed in a residence or at a gymnasium.    ADVANTAGE - Enables user to quickly and conveniently alter the horizontal stride length of the machine, without significantly altering vertical stride height on the machine during the exercise or on-the-fly so that a user can vary stride length throughout the exercise to make the exerciser more comfortable and to provide for the more varied work out.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for altering stride length of elliptical exercise machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the compact exercise machine.    elliptical exercise machine (10)    frame (50)    axes (221,223)    adjustment arm (251)    pendulum arm (252)    coupler (261)    foot stakes (501)
NOVELTY - The optical semiconductor element (3) mounted in the concave portion of a substrate (1), is connected to a wiring conductor (2) extending to outer side of the substrate. A transparent cover (5) is fixed to the substrate, using joining material (7), for covering the concave portion. The joining material contains pigment which changes color during UV radiation.    USE - Optical semiconductor apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Based on the color change of the pigment in the joining material, judgment of UV radiation on the material can be done reliably. Favorable sealing of the element is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the optical semiconductor apparatus.    substrate (1)    wiring conductor (2)    optical semiconductor element (3)    transparent cover (5)    joining material (7)
NOVELTY - The terminal box (10) has a step difference portion (38) in a terminal board (30), corresponding to an opening (78) formed in a substrate (11), for mounting a bypass diode (50). The rear side of the step difference portion contacts the rear side of the solar panel (90).    USE - For solar cell module installed at roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - The heat generated in the bypass diode is thermally radiated in an efficient manner, thereby providing excellent heat radiation characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the terminal box attached to the solar panel. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    terminal box (10)    substrate (11)    step difference portion (38)    bypass diode (50)    opening (78)    solar panel (90)
NOVELTY - The top (101) and bottom (102) cases of the optical module which accommodates a substrate (108) and the optical component are fixed with screws (106,107) at the rack portions (103,104) formed at the optical component side and opposite side.    USE - For optical communication system.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the number of screws required for fixing the top and bottom cases. Enlarges the component mounting area of the substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the optical transmission module in the disassembled state.    top case (101)    bottom case (102)    rack portions (103,104)    optical component mounting area (105)    screws (106,107)    substrate (108)
NOVELTY - The power generation apparatus has several low-voltage solar cell strings (1c-1f) whose outputs are connected in series or parallel, through respective voltage adjustment mechanisms (2a,2c,2d,2f). The outputs of the low-voltage solar cell strings are connected in parallel with output of a standard solar cell string (1a).    USE - Solar power generation apparatus installed in wall or roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient electric power generation is achieved even if variation in solar radiation intensity and electric current characteristics of solar cell module, is detected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline block diagram of the solar power generation apparatus.    standard solar cell string (1a)    low-voltage solar cell strings (1c-1f)    voltage adjustment mechanisms (2a,2c,2d,2f)    connection box (3)    power conditioner (4)    alternating current load (5)
NOVELTY - A solution (103) containing dispersing agent is applied on a substrate (101). The current collector electrode formation region (104) and collector electrode non-formation regions are dried under different drying conditions for achieving different doping concentration in the regions. Heating is then performed to form a PN junction in both regions.    USE - For manufacturing photovoltaic cell e.g. solar cell used in houses.    ADVANTAGE - Since different doping concentrations are provided to the collector electrode formation and non formation regions by drying the regions under different drying conditions, the emitter structure with improved characteristics is formed accurately at low cost. A photovoltaic cell with high conversion efficiency is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the photovoltaic cell manufacture process.    substrate (101)    solution (103)    current collection electrode formation region (104)    diffusion film (106)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (10) has flat conductor (11) comprising twisted wire including multiple strands (12), which are twisted to form flat shape, and solder film (15) covering the periphery of the flat conductor.    USE - Lead wire joined to silicon cell of solar cell assembly (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Heat string after solder joining of lead wire is reduced and electrical conductivity of the lead wire is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of lead wire; and    (2) solar cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the lead wire.    lead wire (10)    flat conductor (11)    strand (12)    solder film (15)
NOVELTY - The sports equipment is set such that an electric equipment attached to the sports equipment is unusable if the sports equipment is not used for predetermined set time.    USE - e.g. aerobike attached with electric equipment (claimed) e.g. television, video tape recorder (VTR), personal computer and mobile phone, for health, beauty, diet, also applicable for children.    ADVANTAGE - Performs exercise continuously as planned, thereby promoting health growth and suppressing viewing and listening time of television.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for electric equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram explaining information processing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A longitudinal support (LT) has a support surface for module supports (MT) facing the module supports, which have a channel facing the longitudinal support for holding linkage elements in variable positions in the direction of the module supports.    USE - As a supporting structure for solar installations.    ADVANTAGE - The position linking the module supports to a longitudinal support can be varied in the direction of the longitudinal support and/or of the module supports.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) A module support for solar modules in solar installations;    (B) and for a solar installation with module supports.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a supporting structure according to the present invention.    Bending round (AWL)    Pressure plate (DP)    Longitudinal support (LT)    Module support (MT)    Vertical post (PF)    Linkage plate structure (VP)    Link (VV)
NOVELTY - A remote control (10) has a casing with a manifold like chamber and a circuit board electrically connected to controls for treadmill speed and inclination, a pulse sensor, and an emergency button. The remote control is also attached with a strap worn about the person's hand. With the press of the button, the remote control sends signals for remote operation or stoppage of the treadmill.    USE - For remote control of treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - Allows user to safely exercise on treadmill, since user can remotely stop treadmill in event of accident such as falling down on treadmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a schematic of a treadmill with the user lying face down on it and operating the remote control.    Remote control (10)
NOVELTY - An accumulator system has two accumulators which receives hydraulic fluid from an hydraulic cylinder (100). A valve controls release of the hydraulic fluid from the accumulator. The hydraulic motor creates torque to drive the vehicle or other devices by receiving the hydraulic fluid from the accumulator.    USE - Device for generating rotational energy for hydraulic fluids such as skate board and is applied to wheeled platform, truck, other vehicles, sewing machines, ice cream makers, pottery wheels, motors to drive pumps, wheel equipment of move office or work equipment, hand trucks and is incorporated in inline skate, roller skate.    ADVANTAGE - The hydraulic system converts linear motion into rotational motion to propel a skateboard forward and provide sensation similar to snowboarding without having to put foot on the ground to propel the skateboard and without the need for gravity or inclined surfaces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) hydraulic skate board; powering method of device; and    (2) propelling method of wheeled platform.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of occupant propelled device in the form of skateboard with cutaway portion of skateboard deck.    device (10)    hydraulic cylinder (100)    housing (200)    axle (220)    platform (400)    wheel (600)
NOVELTY - The tile module (110) has modular portions connected along a side edge (118) of a porous substrate by engagement of a male connector (138) to a female connector (140). The thermovoltaic element, photovoltaic element and electroluminescent element are arranged above the top side of the substrate, and electrically connected to one connector.    USE - Electric tile module mounted on wall, ceiling, roof, floor, and within pools, and along walkways.    ADVANTAGE - Allows interlocking of tile modular portions without the need for complex wiring or installation problems associated with loose wires.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the electric tile module.    current path (94)    tile module (110)    side edge (118)    male connector (138)    female connector (140)
NOVELTY - The method involves capturing energy in water waves, and pumping fluid up a pipeline to an elevated fluid storage facility. The fluid in the storage facility is then released and delivered to a fluid-driven turbine/generator unit that is positioned remote from a shoreline at a lower elevation. The turbine is rotated when the water flows from the storage facility, and the generator unit is driven to produce electricity.    USE - Used for converting tidal energy existing in nature in the form of water wave motion in oceans and other large bodies of water, such as large lakes, into electrical energy and electrical power.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid-driven turbine/generator unit is positioned remote from the shoreline at the lower elevation, thus minimizing risk of malfunction and corrosion from water exposure, without degrading the natural environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a pumping unit for an energy conversion system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy conversion system.
NOVELTY - The turbine has a specific directional guide unit (103) coupled to a turbine shaft (102). The specific directional guide unit extends backwards from a head of the guide unit along a load side of the turbine. A boosting fluid guide single plate is coupled to either or both ends of the turbine shaft by multiple bearings. The boosting fluid guide single plate extends a proper length by an extension.    USE - Guided fluid driven turbine including an airborne, ground, surface or underwater carrier, generator, or fluid pump or any other loads that can be driven by mechanical power.    ADVANTAGE - The specific directional guide unit extends backwards from the head of the guide unit along the load side of the turbine, thus changing fluid pressure on the load side of the turbine, and hence avoiding mutual interference among fluid guides. The turbine effectively upgrades efficiency in converting fluid kinetics into rotation kinetics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a bird`s view of a specific directional guide unit of a single plate of pressure boosting guide.    Turbine (100)    Turbine shaft (102)    Specific directional guide unit (103)    Boosting fluid guide (104)    Extension (106)
NOVELTY - The system has an actuation control circuit (102) supplying multiple actuation control signals. A flow control device is coupled to a fluid power source to receive actuation control signals and supply a flow of fluid from the power source. A fluid-powered actuator assembly (106) receives the flow of fluid and supplies a drive force. A generator (108) receives the drive force from the actuator assembly and generates a voltage.    USE - Used for a fluid-powered device in an aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The generator receives the drive force from the actuator assembly and generates the voltage, thus quickly providing prognostic and health monitoring capabilities to the fluid-powered device in a cost-effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of supplying electrical power from a fluid-powered actuator assembly configured to generate a drive force upon receipt of a flow of fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram of a fluid-powered actuation system.    Fluid-powered actuation system (100)    Actuation control unit (102)    Flow control device (104)    fluid-powered actuator assembly (106)    Generator (108)    Fluid power source (112)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a frame (11) providing support and a resistance assembly linked to the frame comprises a unit providing resistance for use in exercise. A lever arm utilizes the resistance from the resistance unit to provide variable amounts of resistance for use in the exercise according to the setting of a motor and lead screw arrangement. A connecting mechanism allows a user to utilize resistance from the resistance assembly for use during the exercise.    USE - Exercise apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus allows the user to undertake a variety of types and configurations of exercises without a need of an exercising partner to assist in management of the resistance apparatuses during the exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an exercise apparatus.    Frame (11)    Lat tower (14)    Upright support unit (22)    Bench (39)    Preacher curl (42)
NOVELTY - The machine has a frame with a base, where the base is in communication with a floor to provide a support for the frame. A pair of pedals are attached to the top and bottom portions of a foot lever where alternative pressure on the pedals produce a circular motion. Two set of support bars (1110, 1120) are attached to the base, where one set of support bars are at about two times a height of another set of support bars.    USE - Exercise machine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables a user to achieve both an upper and lower body workout in a single device, providing an easy to use, compact and cost effective exercise machine which improves quality of life for users.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The machine incorporates a CPU which is used to record e.g. heart rate, exercise routine, calories burned, etc. during the user workout.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an overhead/waist high support bars conversion kit for a stationary exercise bike comprising a frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a posterior view of an overhead/ waist high support bar conversion kit.    Support bars (1110, 1120)    Adjustable waist high support bars (1140, 1150)    Quick releases (1170, 1180)    Frames (1240, 1260)    Adjustable bike attachment. (1280)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a step counter (200) e.g. a pedometer, to count number of steps taken by a user. The step counter includes a communication unit for periodically communicating a current cumulative step count to a console (300) of an exercise machine, while the user uses the exercise machine. The console includes a communication unit for receiving number of steps from the step counter when the user uses the exercise machine.    USE - Exercise apparatus e.g. treadmill.    ADVANTAGE - The provision of the step counter in the machine exercise apparatus enables accurate and automatic tracking of number of steps taken by the user on and off of the exercise machine. The design of the apparatus eliminates the need for manual input of step count by the user to the exercise machine, thus enabling to store and analysis historical data by the user for the tracking performance over time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for tracking number of steps taken by user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exercise apparatus in use with a treadmill.    Step counter (200)    Console (300)    Exercise machine (400)
NOVELTY - The system has fitness machines (12, 14) for use by a user. Sensors (16, 18) are mounted on the fitness machines to sense a machine parameter of the fitness machines and to convert sensed parameter into digital data. A local area network transfers the digital data to a computing device that receives and processes the digital data. An output device in an area of the machines provides information over the network to the user.    USE - Used in a home environment, for monitoring exercise.    ADVANTAGE - The system provides summaries of the machine parameters at previous workouts so that progress towards selected fitness goals is monitored. The system enables a user to monitor certain body parameters during exercise.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for monitoring a fitness machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a local area network of an exercise monitoring system.    Fitness machines (12, 14)    Sensors (16, 18)    Computer interface module (20)    Data interface module (28)    Body monitor (42)
NOVELTY - A tread base (12) pivotally attached to a support structure, has a front end at forward of a pivot point and a rear end (22) at rearward of the pivot point so that the tread base pivots between the operating position and a position. A motor is attached to the tread base and located forward of the pivot point. The motor includes a weight to bias the tread base in the storage position.    USE - To provide an exercise treadmill that is reorientable from an exercise position to an upright storage position.    ADVANTAGE - The tread base is reorientable between the exercise and storage positions, easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for motorized treadmill.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the reorienting treadmill.    tread base (12)    support structure (14)    rear end (22)    endless belt (24)    left side rail (26)
NOVELTY - A display board (2) made of a transparent resin material is arranged on the surface of solar cell panel (15) in predetermined manner, such that a gap is maintained between the solar cell panel and the display board.    USE - Solar cell type display device used in retail store.    ADVANTAGE - Improves solar power generation efficiency by enabling incidence of light from the sides of the display board. Enables effective usage of installation space, due to size reduction of the display device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the solar cell type display device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    solar cell type display device (1)    display board (2)    fluorescent lamp (6)    fixing frame (11)    solar cell panel (15)
NOVELTY - The method involves attaching an oblong solar cell module (70) to a roof tile (1), such that the short edges (74,75) on the outer side of the solar cell module are arranged on the protruding area of the insertion portion (C) of the roof tile and frame. The roof tile is attached to the roof lining board provided on a roof. A connection metal fitting secures the roof tile to the roof.    USE - For installing a solar cell module on a roof tile.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses penetration of wind and rain water into the roof tile and solar cell module. Ensures improved external appearance of the solar cell module fixed on a roof tile. Ensures safe construction and installation of a solar cell module on a roof tile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a partial isometric view showing the profile of the solar cell module construction method.    Roof tile (1)    Solar cell module (70)    Short edges (74,75)    Insertion portion (C)
NOVELTY - The generator has an oblong water-turbine which rotates a water-turbine plate (3). A large diameter ring which is put side by side in middle of oblong water-turbine increases the speed of ocean current or water flow in river for electric power generation.    USE - Oblong water-turbine type water-flow generator for river flow and ocean current.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the generator is reduced, thus it is easy to install. Stable electric power generation is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the oblong water-turbine type water-flow generator.    float mounting stand (1)    anchor lifting ring (2)    water-turbine plate (3)    primary wiring (7)    lamp (8)
NOVELTY - A back fate instrument (3) converts rotary motion of a pedal (22) connected with each arm (21) driven by a motor (24), into a reciprocating motion and transmits to a user (10).    USE - For increasing muscular strength and preventing joint failure.    ADVANTAGE - Performs passive reciprocating motion, using a compact and simple device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective diagram of the exercise device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    back fate instrument (3)    user (10)    arm (21)    pedal (22)    motor (24)    installation tool (33)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a drive arrangement for rotating a light redirecting component around an axis, such that the redirected beam rotates around the axis and falls sequentially and repeatedly on each of the receivers as the light redirecting component rotates. The light redirecting component is arranged on the axis to redirect light in a beam away from the axis.    USE - For distributing light energy for photovoltaic conversion of energy of sunlight or originating from an artificial source of light into electricity, and for distributing light for light fixtures of other purposes. For military applications especially for ground forces and the navy.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures change in the scaling criteria and keeps the collector's surface as small as possible resulting in a very high collecting surface or output electric power ratio. Reduces and protects the collecting surface against weather conditions and moves photovoltaic generation indoor, increasing its efficiency at the same time. Ensures reduction in cleaning needed for maintaining the collector's surface. Ensures transmission of power to e.g. distant telecommunication relays, remote sensing devices, robots. Ensures enhancement in actual hybrid or artificial-remote lighting systems. Saves energy by distributing light from a common source to hundreds of light fixtures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The redirected beam lies in a plane radial to the axis. A collector is arranged to collect light from a light source, and to direct the light in a beam along the axis. Several light receivers are arranged in an array surrounding an axis for receiving light from the collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the two-dimensional longitudinal section of the light distributing apparatus.    Lens (1)    Optical collimator (2)    Spinning mirror (3)    High-speed electric motor (4)    Photovoltaic cells (5)
NOVELTY - The system has photovoltaic panels mounted inside a building, where the panels are exposed to artificial or natural light. The panels are enabled to generate direct current that is in-turn transmitted to inverters that convert the direct current into an alternating current. Renewable electric power is generated inside the building where there is insufficient ground space to provide an outdoor photovoltaic energy.    USE - Used for a multi-storey building for energizing office light fixture.    ADVANTAGE - The renewable electric power is generated inside the building where there is insufficient ground to provide the outdoor photovoltaic energy, thus making the outdoor photovoltaic energy system to be efficient, while achieving feasible generation of electric energy indoors via the panels and inverters developed for outdoor photovoltaic energy systems, economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an office layout of an indoor photovoltaic energy system.
NOVELTY - The process involves punching a plate into top hat shaped pieces that has a crown and a brim. The top hat shaped pieces are put into an upper and lower mold, where the crown and the brim are punched in an opening and a rectangular depression in a circumference. The punched top hat shape piece is put between another upper and lower mold of a punching maching, where the top hat is punched into a hemi-spherical shaped piece.    USE - Used for manufacturing a valve ball that is utilized in a hydroelectric engineering and a water supply system.    ADVANTAGE - The process rapidly produces the valve ball with double-layer in good quality of uniform arc and thickness. The process provides high rate of qualified products and convenient assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a pair of identical hemi-spherical shapes.    Valve ball (10d)    Cylindrical passage way (14d)
NOVELTY - Method involves providing exercising activities including repeated locomotion cycles combined with overcoming resistance of antagonistic muscles for working out of space and time organizing of muscular activities; fixing muscle phase electrical activities sensors on sportsman's local muscles, said sensors being adapted for transmitting information to computer; fixing electronic devices on muscles antagonistic with regard to local muscles and on posture muscles for electric activation of muscles in response to signals generated by computer receiving information from sensors; performing exercising motive actions for overcoming resistance of antagonistic muscles and for controlling of protective postures remotely activated by computer in accordance with program or coacher's commands.    USE - Sports, in particular, methods for working out of specific motive qualities of sportsmen in box and fist-fighting single combat events of sports.    ADVANTAGE - Increased efficiency in working out and fixing of specific motive qualities of sportsmen in box and fist-fighting single-combat events of sports.
NOVELTY - A data storage equipment (25) accommodates the result of the calculation apparatus (23), while the display device (24) shows the result of the calculation apparatus. The load measuring device (2a,2b) measures the load by the treading in. The calculation apparatus measures the load by the load measuring devices.    USE - For health maintenance of subject e.g. patient, elderly used at e.g. gym, training center, rehabilitation facility, hospital, health care facility.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the treading-in practice of the leg of the subject e.g. patient, while allowing the display of the evaluation result.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the treading-in practice apparatus.    Load measuring device (2a,2b)    Calculation apparatus (23)    Display device (24)    Data storage equipment (25)
NOVELTY - A power generation arrangement has two dams (10,20) dividing part of body of water e.g. sea, ocean, lake, river, into two basins (100,200). One dam (10) is installed with two paddle wheels (6,7) associated with both basins, while the other dam (20), located between the basins, is installed with another wheel (8).    USE - For generating electric power using tidal or pumped storage water obtained from body of water e.g. sea, ocean, lake, river.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures continuous, efficient power generation in less complex manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In use, the wheel (6) for one basin (100) is operated to produce electric power when the tide is rising or falling. The other wheels (7,8) operate to move water from one basin (100) to another (200) around high tide, or move water from the other basin (200) to the body of water upon approach of low tide, generating power through out the entire tidal cycle. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of electrical power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a schematic of a tidal and pumped storage power generation arrangement.    Paddle wheels (6-8)    Dams (10,20)    Basins (100,200)
NOVELTY - The box has a lengthways slot serving as an entrance for panel connectors. Wire output holes have outer area reinforcements (10) for wire output. Walls support a printed circuit in order to isolate it from a surface based on the box. A base box has perforations at each of angular ends of the base box to allow entry of bolts or braces positioned on the lid. A base cylinder positions a printed circuit fixing screw.    USE - Used for joining a photovoltaic or solar panel and an external plant.    ADVANTAGE - The location of the printed circuit and its positioning allows jumping cables of rectifier diodes to be soldered, thus protecting the photovoltaic or solar panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electrical connection box and a lid with a joining flange.    Electrical connection box (1)    Lid (2)    Outer area reinforcements (10)    Support bases (18)    Flange (22)
NOVELTY - A diode (105) is provided between the terminals (125i,125o) of a cell. A protective device (100) has an activation unit in a bypass path (110) that bypass the diode. The activation unit has a current switch (120) that establishes a current path in bypass between the terminals via the bypass path in response to control signal indicating operating condition of the diode.    USE - For protecting solar cell of e.g. space satellite.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient conversion of solar radiation. Prevents cell damage resulting from force operation of diode in reverse bias condition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a photovoltaic conversion structure;    (B) a solar panel; and    (C) a solar cell protecting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the protective device.    Protective device (100)    Diode (105)    Bypass path (110)    Current switch (120)    Terminals (125i,125o)
NOVELTY - Interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate comprises forming thin film solar cell structure, and forming electrical contact(s). The top and bottom layers of the thin film solar cells have sheet resistance of less than 10000 Omega/sq. The thin film solar structure comprises at least an n-type layer and a p-type layers on foreign substrate/superstrate.    USE - For interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign substrate or superstrate used in generating solar electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The invention has good lateral electrical conductance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Interconnecting thin film solar cells on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate comprises forming thin film solar cell structure, and forming electrical contact(s) (19). The top and bottom layers of the thin film solar cells has sheet resistance of less than 10000 Omega/sq. The thin film solar structure comprises at least an n-type layer and a p-type layer on foreign substrate/superstrate. Each contact is n-type layer (2, 3) on one portion of substrate/superstrate to p type layer (4) on adjacent portion on an adjacent portion of substrate/superstrate. Each electrical contact is formed in part(s) from material of n-type layer and p-type layer of initially formed solar cell structure. The materials of the n-type and p-type layer forming part(s) of each electrical contact are brought into liquid phase and into solid phase during formation of electrical contact.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thin film solar cell module with top and bottom layers with sheet resistance of less than 10000Omega/sq comprising thin film solar cell structure on foreign insulating substrate or superstrate, and electrical contact(s).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional drawings of the method.    N or p-types of layers (2, 3)    N-type layer (2, 3)    P type layer (4)    Edge (10)    Solid phase (16)    Electrical contacts (19)
NOVELTY - A rigid solar module comprises flexible solar module prelaminate, metal backing affixed to the prelaminate, corrugated backing affixed to the metal backing for providing rigidity to the combination of metal backing and prelaminate, and junction box (130) providing connection to the prelaminate for transferring power to load.    USE - For use in construction of photovoltaic modules.    ADVANTAGE - The invention does not need to be connected to other modules to operate. It allows for simpler installation and used of standard building techniques for installation on roof or wall.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for forming rigid photovoltaic module from flexible photovoltaic module comprising affixing the flexible photovoltaic module to rigid backing, and structuring the rigid backed photovoltaic module to provide increased strength in the direct(s).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the corrugated backed modules.    Cell (100)    Corrugated metal (126)    Laminate (128)    Junction box (130)    Cable (132)
NOVELTY - The terminal box has reverse current preventing diodes (13) that are connected in parallel between the terminal plates (12) to which electrodes (a) of solar cell modules are connected. Heat dissipating elements (20) are provided on the terminal plates.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Heat resistance reliability of the diodes can be maintained without using expensive heat resistant diodes, and efficiently dissipating heat from the terminal plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the terminal box.    terminal plates (12)    reverse current preventing diodes (13)    heat dissipating elements (20)    electrodes of solar cell modules (a)
NOVELTY - The solar battery cell manufacturing apparatus has lower and upper heater blocks (7,8) to heat solar battery cell (20) and tab leads (21) placed between lower belt and upper belts (5a,5b). Lower and upper cooling blocks cool the lower and upper heater blocks. The lower and upper heater blocks have insulation materials along conveyance direction.    USE - For manufacturing solar battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar battery cell manufacturing apparatus.    upper belts (5a,5b)    lower heater block (7)    upper heater block (8)    solar battery cell (20)    tab lead (21)
NOVELTY - The reflector has a circular flat sheet (28) of reflective material with a circular base (14) in center. Spiral side segments (18) are formed by making spiral cuts from the circular base to circumference of the sheet. A set of apertures is provided along sides of the spiral cuts on each spiral side segment. Fasteners are inserted into the apertures to connect the segments to hold the reflector in a parabolic shape.    USE - Used on a camping trip to focus sunlight for heating, cooking food, photoelectric power generation, and as a transmitting/receiving antenna for line of site microwave communication system.    ADVANTAGE - The fasteners are inserted into the apertures to connect the spiral side segments to hold the solar reflector in the parabolic shape, thus easily assembling the reflector. The fasteners can removed from the apertures to easily disassemble the reflector, thus easily flattening and storing the reflector for future usage. The reflector is easy to manufacture and carry, low cost, and disposable if the reflective surface becomes damaged and loses its shape.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side cross sectional view of a parabolic solar reflector when it is folded.    Circular base (14)    Spiral side segments (18)    Circular flat sheet (28)    Reflecting solar rays (30)    Focal area (40)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (150) comprises a first backside contact solar cell (100); a second backside contact solar cell; an interconnect electrically coupling a backside of the first backside contact solar cell to a backside of the second backside contact solar cell; and a shield placed between the interconnect and the first and second backside contact solar cells, the shield comprising a material which visually blocks the interconnect.    USE - The solar cell module is used as terrestrial solar cell module in stationary applications such as on residential or commercial building rooftops.    ADVANTAGE - The interconnect shield has a three-dimensional shape to allow it to press on the backsides and to fill the gap between solar cells. This makes the interconnect shield more effective as a cell-to-cell spacer for solar cell alignment and spacing control.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a solar cell module.    Solar cell (100)    Interconnect assemblies (110)    Bus bar (120)    Solar cell module (150)
NOVELTY - An insulation box including a solar cell module lead line terminal zone, diode heat sink zone and an output cable terminal zone, is formed. The diode zone is filled with an insulating material (24) and an interim assembly is formed. The interim assembly is tested and mounted onto a rear surface of a solar cell module panel.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module panel.    ADVANTAGE - The characteristics of the diodes do not degrade, even under severe environmental conditions as they are covered by the insulating material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell module connector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of a connector.    heat sinks (14)    heat conductive sheet (16)    diode chip (18)    lead lines (22)    insulating material (24)
NOVELTY - A substrate (11) has a cable support surface (11A) for mounting a cable (60), and a terminal-board support surface (15A) for mounting a terminal board (30). The height of surface (15A) is greater than that of surface (11A). A bottom raising portion (15) is provided at position along extension direction of the board. An opening (29) is formed on substrate such that terminal board and the conductors (50) are clamped.    USE - For solar cell module used in solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The terminal box with the improved attachment strength of the adhesive layer with respect to the substrate is achieved. The terminal board and the cable are easily arranged with the appropriate height position.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the box housing. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    cable support surface (11A)    bottom raising portion (15)    terminal-board support surface (15A)    opening (29)    terminal board (30)    conductor (50)    cable (60)
NOVELTY - The opto-electric composite module (1) includes transparent flexible sheet (11) formed with wiring patterns (15). The passive components (16) are mounted on the transparent flexible sheet. The support for supporting the transparent flexible sheet is arranged in the concave portion formed by bending of the transparent flexible sheet.    USE - For use as optical interconnector in high capacity router, high processing capacity server, storage system, etc., in communication network and other information processing applications.    ADVANTAGE - Achieves size reduction by reducing modular mounting area. Signal deterioration can be suppressed without need for increasing manufacturing cost of the optoelectric composite module. Avoids need for forming separate through-hole for connecting the passive component and integrated circuit (IC) for light transmission and reception.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view explaining the mounting state of optoelectric composite module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    optoelectric composite module (1)    transparent flexible sheet (11)    optical element (12)    electrical connection terminal (14)    wiring pattern (15)    passive component (16)
NOVELTY - The temporary holding slot (34) is provided at a terminal board (30) to insert and to hold the front end of lead temporarily from the lead insertion opening (14), before connecting and fixing the front end of lead.    USE - Terminal box for solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves operativity during lead connection process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the terminal box for solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    box case (10)    substrate (11)    opening (14)    terminal board (30)    temporary holding slot (34)
NOVELTY - A bypass electrode (5) provided at one side face (10) of silicon substrate (1), contacts an n-type silicon layer (2) formed at the light receiving side of the substrate, with a p-type electrode (4) formed at the rear side of the substrate.    USE - For space apparatus e.g. satellite and manned space flight ship.    ADVANTAGE - The bypass function is simply added to the solar cell element, thereby eliminating reverse bias voltage quickly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell element manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top, sectional and bottom views of the solar cell element.    silicon substrate (1)    n-type silicon layer (2)    p-type electrode (4)    bypass electrode (5)    side face of silicon substrate (10)
NOVELTY - A fitting recess is formed in the longitudinal center section of a hollow metal fitting (30) and shaped corresponding to the edge thickness of a solar cell panel, for securing the solar cell panel to the metal fitting.    USE - For solar power generator e.g. for detached houses.    ADVANTAGE - Has simple structure and assembly which ensure firm attachment of solar cell panel, thereby lessening the need for repair.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Attachment structure of solar cell panel; and    (B) Metal fitting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram of the metal fitting for solar cell panel attachment.    Hollow metal fitting (30)    bending portions (31,33,35)    Hole (32)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (700) has a calculating unit (702) that computes the ratio of the actual output electric power value of each solar cell array (101-103) with respect to a standard output electric power value during the day. A determining unit (703) compares the calculated ratio between the solar cell arrays to determine if an abnormality occurs in the output of a solar cell array.    USE - Used in solar power generation system for home use.    ADVANTAGE - Determines if an abnormality occurs in the output of each solar cell array through simple operation with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus also has a storage unit (701) which pre-stores the standard output electric power value of the solar cell arrays with respect to a predetermined day time. The storage unit also stores the maximum value of the output electric power value of each solar cell array, which is measured repeatedly for several days.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the solar power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a solar power generation system using the solar cell array diagnosis apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell arrays (101-103)    Solar cell array diagnosis apparatus (700)    Storage unit (701)    Calculating unit (702)    Determining unit (703)
NOVELTY - The rectification blade (15) are provided at the outer wall surface of a valve (2) in the upstream side of a guide vane (8) to adjust the water quantity flowing in a runner (7) according to the required load. The runner is attached to the front end portion of a main shaft of the generator. The valve incorporating the generator is arranged inside the cube oriented flowing water path (1).    USE - Valve type water turbine power generation equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses peeling of the water flow in the guide vane suction surface, thus improving turbine efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline structure of the valve type water turbine power generation equipment.    Cube oriented flowing water path (1)    Valve (2)    Runner (7)    Guide vane (8)    Rectification blade (15)
NOVELTY - This invention is related to the field of Sealed Lead-Acid Cells or Batteries of any voltage and current rating and how to recover a sealed Lead-Acid Battery/Cell which is dead without recycling of lead. A sealed lead-acid cell or battery (also called VRLA that is Valve Regulated Lead Acid cell or battery) is dead because:- (1) Body damaged (2) Plates damaged (3) Plates break (4) Electrolyte completely dried in one or all cells. In a dried cell water forming electrolyte solution of sulphuric acid is not present. If we add distilled water to it electrolyte solution formed again. All the Cells/Batteries of condition 4 above can be recovered by this process only. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - An inclined bench (R) is arranged adjacent to a pair of upright bars (V), and pivots with respect to a base (B). A pair of slides (S) moves along the guide (G) of each upright board, and having a footrest (F) which changes in position by sliding and rotating around a locking pin (A) along a slot (T).    USE - For exercising human muscle.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces risk of muscle damage. Offers remedy for incorrect position, rigidness, fatigue and pain of muscle. Eliminates assistant for performing exercise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the stretching machine.    Locking pin (A)    Base (B)    Footrest (F)    Guide (G)    Inclined bench (R)    Slides (S)    Slot (T)    Upright bars (V)
NOVELTY - An associative processing unit receives a signal processed by an analog filter/amplifier to selectively process and compare a parameter setting. A signal processing unit displays pulse data on a display device after the signal is being processed and the signal is fed back to the associative processing unit for setting a system parameter.    USE - For use in sports equipment, such as treadmill, fitness bicycle, to measure pulse or heartbeat rate of user.    ADVANTAGE - Measures pulse or heartbeat rate of user when user holds the pulse measurement device in sports equipment. Enables users to freely make adjustments to their gestures by providing larger contact area for gripping.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A bio-potential sensor is coupled to two active sensor electrodes having corresponding opposite polarities and respectively coupled with a pulse measurement device by conductive wires. A bio-signal measurement receives a signal transmitted from the bio-potential sensor, and is coupled to a negative feedback difference common mode signal and a buffer/balanced circuit. The buffer/balanced circuit is fed back to the negative feedback difference common mode signal, and both negative feedback difference common mode signal and buffer/balanced circuit provide a circuit with a self common point electric potential. The analog filter/amplifier receives a signal transmitted from the bio-signal measurement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the block diagram of the contact type pulse measurement device.
NOVELTY - The combustor has a flow sleeve with cooling holes for directing cooling air from compressor discharge case to an annulus, and a impingement sleeve with cooling aperture for directing cooling air to another annulus, such that the holes and apertures distribute 50 % of air to the flow sleeve and mix with the air from another annulus.    USE - Combustor for gas turbine (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Allows the air to be directed to the turbine to cool the turbine with minimal pressure losses.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) turbine;    (2) method of cooling combustor liner of gas turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded partial view of the liner aft end.    liner (112)    compression type seal (121)    cover plate (123)    ribs (124)    opening (127)
NOVELTY - The hydraulic power unit has a generator (1) coupled with speed-up-gears (3,4) by bolts (2) on a support stand (13), which is attached through a shaft (5) to a flange (7) of a water turbine (8) by another bolt (6). The generator generates electric power based on rotatory power which accelerated with the speed up gears from the water turbine.    USE - Used as power supply at camp, emergency power source at time of disaster, natural power source at school, at research institution.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydraulic unit is portable, the installation and withdrawal of the hydraulic unit and conveyance of speed by gears and flange, are easy without concrete foundation. As the generator generates electric power on the rotatory power from the speed up gears, the electric power is supplied without exhaust gas such as carbon dioxide which leads to global warning.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the portable hydraulic power unit.    generator (1)    bolts (2,6)    speed up gears (3,4)    flange (7)    support stand (13)
NOVELTY - The rolling drum type screw wind power generator is an electromechanical product to utilize wind energy in generating electricity. It is used mainly for automobile, train, airplane, ship, etc. It mainly consists of an outer hood, a power generator, blades and a transmission shaft. Features that the wind power generator has is that in the outer hood, screw blades, deep groove ball bearings, the transmission shaft and a support is connected together. The present invention is mainly used in various traffic facility to lower the running cost and raise performance.
NOVELTY - The invention is a multi-bandgap series-structured organic solar energy battery, relating to a solar energy battery device; an instance of two-bandgap series-structured organic solar energy battery is in turn preparing multilayer film structure on two pieces of ITO transparent conductive glass by coating or vacuum-depositing method: TiO2, poly(2-methoxy-5-(2-ethylethoxy)-p-phenylenevinylene) (MEH-PPV), thin-layer transparent medium electrode gold (Au), bis-benzimidazole-substituted-3, 4, 9, 10- tetracarboxy-perylene (PTCBI), copper phthalocyanine (CuPc) and back electrode gold (Au).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - It in turn prepares two or above organic photo voltaic unit batteries with different absorption waveband ranges on the same substrate to obtain a multi-battery series system. Because photons of different energies in sunlight are absorbed by the corresponding single batteries, it reduces energy loss caused by in-band delay and largely raising sunlight energy conversion efficiency.
NOVELTY - The method involves changing a signal supplied to a light source of a photometric device. Two signals representative of emitted light from the light source are obtained after some of the light passed through an optical gap of the device. A value obtained from one or both of the signals is compared with a reference value to determine whether the device is operating properly or not.    USE - Used for testing a photometric device e.g. cell density probe (CDP), that is utilized in a biotechnology, brewery, pulp and paper, chemical, fermentation, pharmaceutical, winery and other sector of an industry and research, for measuring characteristic of light e.g. intensity, color and wavelength.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows verification of operation of the photometric device while in-situ without disturbing operation of the device, without interrupting the growth cycle or other associated processes, and without requiring physical user interaction with the photometric device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a system for testing photometric device comprising, display and communication device    (B) an article of manufacture for photometric device    (C) an apparatus usable for a light absorbance application.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart depicting a verification process of a photometric device.
NOVELTY - The module (1) has a pair of photodiodes (2a,2b) that receive the light condensed by the condensing lenses (7a,7b), respectively and converts into electrical signals. A signal processing large-scale-integration (LSI) circuit (3) receives the electrical signals output from the photodiodes and input to the electrodes.    USE - E.g. small package infrared remote-control light-reception module for electric equipment (claimed) e.g. television (TV) and audio-visual apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The light reception module of reduced thickness, which has high light-reception sensitivity, is realized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side face sectional view of the small package infrared remote-control light-reception module.    light reception module (1)    photodiodes (2a,2b)    signal processing large-scale-integration (LSI) circuit (3)    substrate (5)    condensing lenses (7a,7b)
NOVELTY - The substrate has a cell connection pattern (53) which serves as the electrode of a photovoltaic cell, and a snow melting heater pattern (54) to dissolve the snow adhering to the light receiving surface of solar cell.    USE - For solar cells (claimed) e.g. dye sensitized solar cell, silicon single crystal mold solar cell, silicon polycrystal mold solar cell, amorphous silicon mold solar cell and compound semiconductor mold solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Performs snow melting with reduced power consumption and reduced man-hour.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell with snow melting function.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of solar cell with snow melting function.    semiconductor electrode (3)    heater substrate (2)    cell connection pattern (53)    snow melting heater pattern (54)    light permeable electrode (80)
NOVELTY - An insulation protection block (25) formed on a substrate (11), is arranged such that the downward direction of the lead-receiving-hole (34) of a terminal board (30) is transversed. The height position of the upper surface of the insulation protection block is set lower than height position of the upper surface of the substrate.    USE - Terminal box for solar cell modules used in solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures high electrical reliability, by providing insulation protection block.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional side view of the terminal box. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    insulation protection block (25)    terminal board (30)    lead-receiving-hole (34)    lead (40)
NOVELTY - The subject invention relates to a micro-hydel power generating system for supplying power to single-phase load comprising a turbine operated by the controlled flow of water enabling the turbine to produce initial voltage to operate self-excited induction motor, exciting capacitors are connected to the induction motor to first increase the initialy induced voltage and subsequently settling down the voltage by means of magnetic saturation of the motor, a single-phase consumer load circuit is provided; an electronic load controller circuit is connected across the terminals of the generating system in parallel to utilize the left over power consumed by the single-phase consumer load circuit and switched capacitor as VAR compensator is provided to compenstate the reactive component of the consumer load circuit as an optional feature. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - Film solar cells (1c) are arranged in a row, with the front edge of a preceding solar cell overlapping the back edge of a subsequent solar cell. The overlapping corners of the overlapping edges of the solar cells are connected to each other by protruding at least one electrically isolating connection pin (10) through the overlapping corners.    USE - For use as solar array for spacecraft.    ADVANTAGE - Lessens vulnerability to extreme environmental conditions and allows solar cell assembly to be self-supporting by providing at least one electrically isolating connection pin that protrudes through two overlapping corners of solar cells. Simplifies assembly process since solar cells need not be bonded to supporting structure. Provides connections between solar cells that allow certain adaptability to varying loads.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar cell blanket; and    (B) a blanket set.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a detail of a connection between solar cells.    Film solar cells (1c)    Connection pin (10)    Fingers (36)    Bus bar (37)    Head (40)
NOVELTY - Training device comprises a network connecting unit (19) joined to a calculating and storing unit (18) to connect the calculating and storing unit to the internet. The calculating and storing unit is configured so that user programs, especially an internet browser, can be used to transfer data and display it on a graphic display (17).    USE - For fitness and in the medical region.    ADVANTAGE - A persons performance can be easily monitored.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a training device. Preferred Features: The network connecting unit comprises a data transmission cable (21) for connecting the calculating and storing unit to the internet or the connection is wireless. The training device has a chip card for storing personal data.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the training device.    graphic display (17)    calculating and storing unit (18)    network connecting unit (19)    data transmission cable (21)    acoustic device (22)
NOVELTY - The invention provides a solar energy battery, for solving the problems of bad soakage of dye and semiconductor material in dye sensitized solar energy battery and low photoelectric conversion efficiency in existing technique, including a first electrode, a electrolyte and a second electrode, where the first electrode includes a conductive substrate, a semiconductor material layer and a photosensitizer layer, the semiconductor material layer is formed on the conductive substrate and includes many semiconductor tubes; the photosensitizer layer is formed on the semiconductor material layer. The invention provides an electrode of solar energy battery, including a conductive substrate, a semiconductor material layer and a photosensitizer layer, where the semiconductor material layer is formed on the conductive substrate and includes many semiconductor tubes; the photosensitizer layer is formed on the semiconductor material layer.
NOVELTY - The photoelectric cell includes transparent electrical conductive film (2), N-type silicon microparticle poly crystal layer (8), I-type silicon microparticle polycrystal layer (7) and P-type silicon microparticle polycrystal layer (6) which are sequentially formed on glass substrate (1).    USE - E.g. solar battery used for applying electric power for electronic component such as CPU and large scale integrated (LSI) circuit. Also used in optical communication field.    ADVANTAGE - Receives optical signal with infrared energy, effectively, while enabling to transmit high optical energy in infrared region. The cost and installation space of the photoelectric cell are reduced. The output efficiency of photoelectric cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of photoelectric cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    glass substrate (1)    transparent electrical conductive film (2)    P-type silicon microparticle polycrystal layer (6)    I-type silicon microparticle polycrystal layer (7)    N-type silicon microparticle polycrystal layer (8)
NOVELTY - Multiple condensing panels (3) are attached to a support (1) fixed to ground (15) through pedestal reinforcing material (2) and root winding concrete (14). A motor fixed to a vertically movable machine drives the machine to open/close the condensing panels based on instructions that are issued corresponding to the output of the wind-force sensor (12) attached to top of support.    USE - Solar power generation apparatus installed on building roof for generating electricity from both sunlight and wind force.    ADVANTAGE - The solar power generation system has simple construction and allows efficient utilization of installation space. The solar power generation system can be mass produced at low cost. Facilities highly efficient electric power generation even during strong wind.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar power generation apparatus.    support (1)    pedestal reinforcing material (2)    condensing panels (3)    wind-force sensor (12)    operating panel (13)    root winding concrete (14)    ground (15)
NOVELTY - The mechanism (14) has wire extraction control units (22) of square C-shaped cross section that are provided at both ends of the square gutter shaped wire extraction main unit (21) comprising side surfaces (24,25) and the bottom surface (23). The openings in the control units faces towards the bottom surface of the main unit. The wire (16,16') is pulled in through the control units and connected in the main unit.    USE - For fixing to frame of solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents wire slip out from extraction mechanism efficiently even when tensile force of high value is applied on the wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the wire extraction mechanism.    wire extraction mechanism (14)    wire (16,16')    wire extraction main unit (21)    wire extraction control units (22)    bottom surface of main unit (23)    side surfaces of main unit (24,25)
NOVELTY - Solar power generation module has a photoelectric conversion material interposed between a transparent cover glass (3) and a substrate. The cover glass contains 1-20 weight % of lanthanum, scandium, yttrium, cerium, samarium, gadolinium, dysprosium, thulium, ytterbium and/or lutetium, and silicon dioxide as main component.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Solar power generation module has excellent mechanical characteristics, and is lightweight and compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of light reception solar cell module.    light reception cell (1)    sealing agent (2)    transparent cover glass (3)    back sheet (4)
NOVELTY - A protection fence (2) is installed in the upstream side of a river to protect underwater generators (1) installed at the bottom of the river from drift wood and mud. A lightning rod (3) is installed at the bank (4) of the river.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Installs easily anywhere along river. Eliminates need to uproot residents and to consider wind characteristics, thereby requiring less capital investment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-section of a river with the electric power generation system.    Underwater generators (1)    Protection fence (2)    Lightning rod (3)    Bank (4)    River surface (5)
NOVELTY - A horizontal spindle (4) is integrated to lower end of back rest portion (3). A drive motor (6) and transmission system (5) enable the forward/reverse rotation of back rest portion within predetermined angle range, centered on spindle.    USE - Electrically driven type training machine for stomach muscles or back portion.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents external injury to lower back pain or waist portion of person. Performs the training to back or stomach muscles effectively without suspending the excessive burden on waist portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the electrically driven type training machine.    back rest portion (3)    spindle (4)    transmission system (5)    drive motor (6)    seat portion (1)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (4) arranged at predetermined distances from each other are mutually connected through a wire (8). The resin sheets (20,30) are respectively arranged between light receiving surface (2) and the cells, and between the cells and board (3). Resin structures (40-43) of thicknesses greater than the thicknesses of the cells are arranged in the gap between the cells or at the outer side of the cells.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module including photovoltaic cells such as single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell, amorphous silicon solar cell compound semiconductor solar cell, installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ejection of air between the light receiving surface and the board. Prevents the damage to the cells and the conducting wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the laminated structure.    Light receiving surface (2)    Board (3)    Photovoltaic cells (4)    Wire (8)    Resin sheets (20,30)    Resin structures (40-43)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (4) arranged at predetermined distances from each other, are mutually connected through a wire (8). The resin sheets (20,30) are respectively arranged between light receiving surface (2) and the cells and between the cells and board (3). Resin structures (40-43) of thicknesses greater than the thicknesses of the cells, are arranged in the gap between the cells or at the outer side of the cells.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module including photovoltaic cells such as single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell, amorphous silicon solar cell compound semiconductor solar cell, installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ejection of air between the light receiving surface and the board. Prevents the damage to the cells and the conducting wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the laminated structure.    light receiving surface (2)    board (3)    photovoltaic cells (4)    wire (8)    resin sheets (20,30)    resin structures (40-43)
NOVELTY - A duct (2) includes a turbine engaging section (6) in which flowing water engages a rotary turbine (8). The cross-sectional flow area of the duct decreases from an inlet opening (5) to the turbine engaging section to increase the velocity of water flow.    USE - For extracting kinetic energy from flowing water in e.g. river, tidal flow location.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient extraction of kinetic energy from flowing water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic plan view of kinetic energy extracting apparatus.    Duct (2)    Walls (3,4)    Inlet opening (5)    Turbine engaging section (6)    Rotary turbine (8)
NOVELTY - A ballast container (2) with floats (3) is charged with natural pressure from a marine canal work (1). When filled, it is transported to an immersion zone by a tugboat (4). An empty ballast container (6) and a product container (7) are recovered from the immersion capsule (5). The first ballast container is released from the float and tugboat and impels the immersion capsule with a new empty product container into the sea bottom. Compressed air is used for utilizing the pressure difference on the natural pressure between the surface points.    USE - For producing mechanical power from the earth surface points. Method may be used complementary to marine public works as dredging, marine canal and etc. Immersion capsule can be used to separate oxygen and nitrogen in water and it can also be used as a high pressure reaction chamber.    ADVANTAGE - The energy generated is high compared to oil energy that would be directly used for obtaining movement and liquid air among others.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the system of producing mechanical power from the earth surface points.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a general scheme for obtaining pressure differences from sea bottoms.    Marine canal work (1)    Ballast container (2)    Floats (3)    Tugboat (4)    Immersion capsule (5)
NOVELTY - Lightweight rotary solar receivers are comprised of photovoltaic units and support columns. The module is adjustable in angle up to 90 degrees by a microprocessor.    USE - Multipurpose solar module.    ADVANTAGE - Allows easy assembly due to modular flexibility. Enables position to be varied. Eliminates need for heavy and unsightly supports.
NOVELTY - The rotor (2) comprises a body (1) with at least one blade (14) on the outside, designed to cause the rotor to turn as water flows in the direction of the rotor central axis. The cooperating energy generating devices for converting the rotary force into electricity are housed inside the rotor, the first device being secured to the rotor axle (3) and the second device being secured to the rotor. The rotor body is cigar or torpedo-shaped. The first and second energy generating devices comprise electrical coils and permanent magnets respectively.    USE - For producing hydroelectricity.    ADVANTAGE - More efficiently electricity production due to the improvement in the water flow profile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the generator in operation.    rotor body (1)    rotor (2)    rotor axle (3)    rotor blade (14)
NOVELTY - The tubular thermoelectric module (1) has an annular P-type thermoelectric element (13) with an inner and outer tubes (21,22), and a N-type thermoelectric element (14) alternately arranged in the tube axis direction. The tubular electrodes (191,192) are formed between the outer periphery electrodes (151) or inner periphery electrodes (152) of the adjacent P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements.    USE - For thermoelectric converter for thermal and liquefied natural gas (LNG) based electric power generation system in e.g. power station, factory and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The tubular thermoelectric module provides higher temperature difference to efficiently produce electric power at low cost with a simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) thermoelectric converter manufacturing method; and    (2) tubular thermoelectric module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the section of a tubular thermoelectric module.    Tubular thermoelectric module (1)    Thermoelectric converter (2)    P-type thermoelectric element (13)    N-type thermoelectric element (14)    Inner tube (21)    Outer tube (22)    Outer periphery electrodes (151)    Inner periphery electrodes (152)    Tubular electrodes (191,192)
NOVELTY - The visor has plate-shaped flexible photoelectric-conversion apparatus (12). The photoelectric-conversion apparatus is installed in the outer-side main surface of the visor base material in a state with which the indoor air of the vehicle (21) contacts the interior main surface of the vehicle.    USE - For motor vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the photoelectric-conversion apparatus is suppressed and the reduction of the photoelectric conversion efficiency is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the visor.    motor vehicle (21)    roof panel (22)    opening (23)    sunroof (24)
NOVELTY - The solar cell modules (2a, 2b) of each installation surface are divided into different groups based on product specification information and arrangement information of the solar cell module with respect to the installation surface. The divided module groups are combined in several directions. The electrical characteristics and price of the combined module group are determined and the determination result is output.    USE - For providing assistance in design of solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The design and installation cost of the solar power generation system are reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) solar-power-generation-system design assistance apparatus;    (b) solar-power-generation-system design assistance program; and    (c) computer-readable storage medium storing solar-power-generation-system design assistance program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic structure of solar cell arrangement.    roof surface (1)    solar cell modules (2a,2b)
NOVELTY - A system for generating electricity from wave motion has a cable (5) secured to the seabed and with the upper end wound onto a reel (3) driving one or more generators (10) on a float (2). The generators are driven when the floating system is raised by the wave motion. At the same time a sprung mounting is tensioned to provide a tensioning drive to the reel as the floating system drops with wave motion.    USE - Environmentally friendly electricity generation    ADVANTAGE - A simple generating system with self tensioning cable    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of a wave powered electricity generating system.    Cable (5)    Cable anchor (7)    Float (2)    Cable reel (3)    Generator drive (8, 9)    Generators (10)
NOVELTY - A car road generator is provided to optimize a car road as a productive element capable of generating electric power using cars running by on the car road, by being buried under the car road and especially, without deteriorating riding comfort when a car steps on the car road generator by reducing unevenness of the generator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A car road generator is buried under a car road to generate electric power by cars passing by on the car road. The car road generator converts a pressure generated when a car wheel steps by on a pressing board (1) mounted on an upper part thereof into a rotative force, and drives an electricity generating device by the rotative force. An oil cylinder (3) is configured in such a manner that an upper part (3) where the car load is applied is relatively thicker whereas a lower part (4) for transmitting the rotative force is relatively thinner. An oil piston (5) is moved by the pressure from the car load, so that a thin part (7) of the oil piston rotates a pulley wheel. The pulley wheel rotates a pinion gear (14). A pulley of a large gear (16) rotates a generator pulley (19) to a V-belt. Therefore, a magnet (27) rotates and thereby generates electricity.
NOVELTY - An apparatus for generating an electromotive force is provided to improve energy efficiency by generating an electromotive force through waste exhaust heat, and reduce engine loads by reducing operation of an alternator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus comprises a high temperature unit, a low temperature unit, a wire, and a driving unit (10). The high temperature unit generates high temperature from components mounted on an engine. The low temperature unit generates temperature of outdoor air from components mounted on the engine. The wire electrically connects the high temperature unit and the low temperature unit. The wire is wound by several turns, between the low temperature unit and the high temperature unit. The driving unit is driven by the electromotive force generated by Seebeck effect produced by the connection between the high temperature unit and the low temperature unit.
NOVELTY - The ensemble has six edges (2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2f, 2g) in multi cell modules of a multi cell photovoltaic system and rounded edge transitions (3). A pair of solar cell has parallel edges, whose distance resembles the distance of two of other cells and their length varies over the solar cell ensemble. The rounded edges extend by an aperture angle of between 3 degree and 55 degree, and the cells are made up of silicon wafer columns.    USE - Used for a multicell photovoltaic system (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The pair of solar cell has the parallel edges, whose distance resembles the distance of two of other cells and their length varies over the solar cell ensemble, so that the wafer supported on a rotating column do not have to be sorted, thus reducing the additional process steps during the manufacture of the ensemble and enabling the utilization of the maximum wafer diameter, and hence achieving a price reduction of the photovoltaic energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a solar cell for a multicell photovoltaic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar cell.    Solar cell (1)    Edges (2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2f, 2g)    Rounded transition (3)    Aperture angle (4)    Central region (6)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a float hydraulic turbine generator, which is characterized in said generator is mounted on float support. The invention can generate without high-height energy storage, withsimple structure, lower cost and the application any areas with water.
NOVELTY - The power generation system consists of a man/machine interface for transferring mechanical energy produced by a person to a mechanical energy storage mechanism (MESM) including a spring arrangement. A motor powered by the energy stored in MESM, is mechanically coupled to an electrical generator that produces electrical energy. A regulator/controller regulates the electrical output of the generator and controls charging of a rechargeable battery with the electrical output.    USE - For providing power for lamp refrigerator, small communication equipment, small electrical appliances such as electric razor, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The power generation system provides power to diverse electrical loads each having different power requirements at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the human powered electrical power generation system.
NOVELTY - Proposed section designed for assembling high power (up to 150W) composite solar module that incorporates provision for fast and reliable connection of adjacent panels with frame section (without additional finishing) is made of stiff material and has ribs symmetrically disposed relative to its vertical axis to form two opposite slots on respective sides to secure edges at adjacent panels with photoelectric converters and opposite slots to receive fastening members such as self-tapping screws.    USE - Optoelectronic devices including photoelectric solar modules.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitated assembly of solar modules, reduced consumption of sealing compound.
NOVELTY - Proposed battery has N cascades, each incorporating alternating p and n semiconductor legs, respectively, series-connected into electric circuit by means of switching wafers. Legs are electrically connected into circuit set up of p leg, switching wafer, and n leg, where p leg contacts butt-end surface of one of switching wafer surfaces and n leg comes in contact with opposite one. Separate cascades are placed in thermal contact due to connection of switching wafers of next cascade to those of preceding cascade by means of hollow outwardly insulated coolant-carrying pipelines incorporating dielectric inserts, except for extreme ones, at all thermal joints of cascades. Pipelines are ribbed on top and bottom inner butt-end surfaces.    USE - Thermoelectric instrumentation engineering; cascaded thermoelectric batteries.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced efficiency and reliability, facilitated manufacture.
NOVELTY - Proposed thermoelectric battery has semiconductor thermal cells connected in series to form electric circuit by means of switching wafers, each cell being formed by two p and n semiconductor legs, respectively. Legs are electrically interconnected through circuit set up of p switching wafer, n leg, where p leg comes in contact through butt-end surface with one of switching wafer surfaces and n leg, with other surface. Each leg contacts two opposing switching wafers through butt-end surfaces. Switching wafers have through holes. Holes made in even- and odd-numbered switching wafers are made in mutually perpendicular planes. Holes of all odd-numbered switching wafers are joined in tandem by means of insulating pipelines to form single channel that carries coolant when thermoelectric battery is operating. Holes of all even-numbered switching wafers are joined in tandem in the same manner to form second channel. Thermoelectric battery and pipelines are provided with heat insulation isolating them from environment.    USE - Thermoelectric battery mechanical design.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced temperature differential between cool and hot coolants.1 cl, 1 dwg
NOVELTY - Proposed thermoelectric battery has series-connected thermal cells, each being assembled of two p and n semiconductor legs, respectively. These legs are linearly disposed. Switching members are made in the form of flexible insulating heat conductors or copper buses with contact pads at ends made of electricity conducting material. First contact pads are connected on both ends with p and n semiconductor legs. Second contact pads are connected to mutually insulated pads made in the form of metal or alloy strips covering ceramic heat-transfer wafers or in the form of copper wafers soldered onto insulated film contacts of ceramic wafers. All even-numbered switching wafers are connected to one heat-transfer wafer and odd-numbered ones, to other heat-transfer wafer.    USE - Thermoelectric instrumentation engineering; thermoelectric battery mechanical design.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitated battery connection to objects being cooled (heated) or to heat source and heat dump system at hard-to-get-at places.1 cl, 1 dwg
NOVELTY - An automatic pumping system and a method thereof are provided to pump ocean water at a low cost by obtaining pumping power from wave energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An automatic pumping system comprises a driving unit(20) having a first float(21) and a float support weight(22); a driving force transmitting unit(30) having a driving force transmitting member(31) with one end connected to the driving unit; and a pumping unit(40) including a driving force transmitting rod(44) connected to the driving force transmitting member, a pumping piston(43) connected to the driving force transmitting rod, and a pumping cylinder(42) where the pumping piston is accommodated.
NOVELTY - A compound semiconductor thin film (2) with 0.5 to 10 micrometers thickness is formed on a porous single crystal substrate (1) with 1 to 1000 micrometer thickness and 5 to 95 percent porosity. An electrode (3) and an insulating film (4) are formed in the compound semiconductor thin film. A to-be-cooled target (5) is laminated on the insulating film.    USE - For thermoelectric device.    ADVANTAGE - Improves thermoelectric capability by decreasing carrier trap of compound semiconductor film. Reduces heat conduction by using porous single crystal substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a thermoelectric device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the thermoelectric device.    Porous single crystal substrate (1)    Compound semiconductor thin film (2)    Electrode (3)    Insulating film (4)    To-be-cooled target (5)
NOVELTY - Several double-sided light incidence type photovoltaic cells (1) are spaced apart mutually, in between transparent boards (4,5). A reflection layer (9A) positioned at the one of the transparent board in between the cells, reflects the light to edge portion of the photovoltaic cells.    USE - For electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Interruption of the light is suppressed. The utilization efficiency of the light is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the larger scale of the solar cell module.    photovoltaic cells (1)    ethylene vinyl acetate layer (3)    boards (4,5)    reflection layer (9A)
NOVELTY - Two boats are connected by a cyclic belt of a shape of one hunded shoes which is fifty meters or more in length and supported with a pillar to maintain a stable position floating on a river. A wing is attached to the cyclic belt to freely rotate according to the energy of a flowing down water, and power of the river to generate electric power.    USE - For generating electric power using gravity flow of water.    ADVANTAGE - Contributes in suppression of global warming effect since there is no atmospheric contamination. Protects fish lives and ecology type, and natural environment is preserved since nature is used with the present condition. Low cost is achieved since damming, headrace, and regulating pondage are unnecessary. Reduces distribution of electricity equipment since a plant facility is installed downstream.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the gravity flow electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A pool (6) has a connector (15) linked with the underwater side, with a water turbine (16) arranged at the connector. A generator (18) generates electric power from the rotation of the turbine. The turbine is rotated according to difference in the level of water that ascends the slope (3b) divided by a convergence dyke (11) and approaches the pool from an opening (3a), and the level of water at the exterior of a main body (10).    USE - For generating electricity from wave power.    ADVANTAGE - Saves precious resources since energy coming from waves is utilized efficiently to generate electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the wave energy utilization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Opening (3a)    Slope (3b)    Pool (6)    Main body (10)    Convergence dyke (11)    Connector (15)    Water turbine (16)    Generator (18)
NOVELTY - The solid content (3b) of main component is recovered by carrying out the primary centrifugation of the used slurry (1) which the silicon grain is mixed in slurry containing abrasive grain (4) and dispersion medium (6). The liquid (3a) of main component is recovered by carrying out the secondary centrifugation of the portion for the obtained liquid. The organic matter contained into the sample is removed by heat-processing the sample which consists of sludge (5b) in which organic matter remains using a rotary kiln, and the sample is recovered.    USE - For solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Avoids contamination by adhesion of the organic matter within the refinement furnace.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the silicon-containing material recovery system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Slurry (1)    Liquids (3a,5a)    Solid content (3b)    Abrasive grain (4)    Sludge (5b)    Dispersion medium (6)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has a gap provided between a translucent substrate and a solar cell element and connected with the external side. An exhaust duct (11) for indoor ventilation is connected to the gap. A controller regulates the operation of an interrupter interrupting the electrical connection between the solar cell module and a power converter.    USE - For solar power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power generation efficiency is improved by preventing the increase of the temperature of the solar cell effectively by providing gap between the solar cell element and substrate and connecting the gap to the external side. The spreading of fire in the house is prevented by interrupting the electrical connection of the solar cell module and the power convertor during the fire break out in the house.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar power generation system installed on the roof.    solar cells (1b,1c)    ventilating fan (8)    fresh air inlets (10a-10c)    exhaust duct (11)    solar power generation system (S)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has an intermittent convex structure provided in the electrodes (2, 3) and a connection tab (7) mounted on the convex structure of the electrodes. The connection tab has protrusions formed on the whole surface. The height of each protrusion is 50-500 microns.    USE - Used for a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of cracks in the solar cell element due to stress is prevented by preventing differential thermal expansion of the solar cell element and connection tab at high temperature by eliminating the need for performing soldering operation for joining the solar cell element and the connection tab.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the connection structure of the solar cell element and the connection tab.    solar cell element (1)    electrodes (2,3)    connection tab (7)
NOVELTY - Several solar elements are electrically connected to a bus-bar electrode through a strip-shaped connection tab (3). The strip-shaped connection tab is soldered to the bus-bar electrode of the light-receiving-surface side of a solar cell element (2) and the rear side. Hot air is sprayed on the connection tab and the connection tab is soldered to the bus-bar electrode.    USE - Used for the production of a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency and the external appearance is not reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the tab attachment device of a solar cell module.    solar cell element (2)    connection tab (3)    probe front tip (40)    finger electrode (43)    pneumatic cylinder (44)    connection portion (46)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has several solar cell elements which are soldered to a connection tab. An edge portion thickness of solder (31) of the connection tab is thin compared to the center portion thickness solder (32) of the connection tab.    USE - Used for a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The protrusion of solder of the connection tab from both ends of a bus-bar electrode is suppressed, thus the electric power generation efficiency of the solar cell element is not reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the connection tab.    electroconductive material of connection tab (30)    edge portion thickness of solder (31)    center thickness of solder (32)    solder coat of connection tab (33)    region where connection tab is attached to light receiving surface lateral electrode of solar cell element (A)
NOVELTY - The control unit raises the first gate member (11) of the first sluice apparatus (10), so that the water of the bay inside the water area was ejected to the water area outside of the bay, when the water level of the second bay high sea region (Z12) was lower than the water level of the sea area. The water supplying tunnel (1), and the tunnel opening and closing mechanism (2) were arranged at the sea area (Z20). The second water level sensors were arranged inside and outside the bay.    USE - Used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the power source for the operation of the pump, thus simplifying the operation and lowering the operation cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a water exchange method of bay inside water area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the tide utilization type bay inside of the bay and the layout of the area seawater exchange system.    Water supplying tunnel (1)    Tunnel opening and closing mechanism (2)    First sluice apparatus (10)    First gate member (11)    Second bay high sea region (Z12)    Sea area (Z20)
NOVELTY - An electric power generation module (10) has a thermoelement (11). A solar cell is located on the heat receiving surface of the thermoelement. A thermal storage material is filled between the solar cell and thermoelement. A thermo valve (14) is controlled based on the surface temperature of the thermoelement and/or solar cell for supplying water (W) to a water supplying groove formed at a metal plate (12) attached to the thermoelement.    USE - Used for a power generation module using a thermoelement and solar cell mounted on the roof.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature difference between the heat receiving surface and the heat radiation surface of the thermoelement is increased, improving the heat generation efficiency and reducing reduction of photoelectric conversion efficiency. The thermoelement can be cooled efficiently without the need for circulating water, simplifying the structure and reducing the cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a power generation module.    electric power generation module (10)    thermoelement (11)    metal plate (12)    thermo valve (14)    water (W)
NOVELTY - The invention relates the branched chain conjugate thiofuran derivation material and its preparation method, comprising the following steps: connecting the backbone chain unit of thiofuran with another aromatic nucleus or heteroaomatics or their derivation, and getting the branched chain conjugate thiofuran derivation material. The thiofuran derivation material possesses the regular or conjugatedbranched chain structure. The thiofuran derivation material can be used in organic field-effect-transistor, polymer solar battery field, and so on.
NOVELTY - The device includes a mass (2) and pair of tethers (4,6) of piezoelectric material. Each of the tethers has one end (12) coupled to the mass and other end (14) coupled to a reference (16). The tethers are arranged about the mass, such that the mass is movable within a linear path relative to the reference, causing deflection of the tethers resulting in electric charge generation.    USE - The present invention envisions 1 mm cube or smaller devices that use the ambient vibrations to power an integrated sensor node (such as a stress sensor, a microphone, etc.). The devices may have applications in border patrol or homeland security. Another commercial application is in continuous wireless monitoring of car (or other vehicle) tire pressure changes. Another commercial application may involve coupling one or more of these devices to a fragile package to ensure a recipient that the delivery process of a given package has not resulted in a physical shock to the contents of that package. Another application of the invention involves turning mobile insects, such as honeybees, into wireless sensor or communication nodes by strapping one or more energy harvesting devices to their backs. Devices that incorporate the energy harvesting device of the present invention may also function as smart tags, similar to radio frequency identification device (RFID) tags. In addition, RFID tags can also be integrated into energy harvesting devices of the present invention.    ADVANTAGE - Energy up to micro-scale level is harvested effectively. The energy harvester for using ambient vibrations to generate an electrical charge, is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (a) energy harvesting system; and    (b) charge storing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the energy harvesting device.    mass (2)    tethers (4, 6, 8, 10)    ends of tethers (12, 14)    reference (16)
NOVELTY - A pivot engages with a pair of brackets mounted at the back of an electric generator (18) and with brackets mounted to a structure. A connecting rod engages with another pair of brackets. Another connecting rod engages with another pair of brackets. A bolt is engaged with a hole formed in each connecting rod and fixed by a corresponding nut. A floater (35) is attached by a locking mechanism to one end of a lever (28). The floater drives the lever to move up and down with the motion of a wave such that an oscillating motion is transferred to a driving shaft.    USE - For producing electric power using wave force.    ADVANTAGE - Provides simple structure that can be easily installed into rivers, oceans, seas, or tidal bridge without the need for build water dams. Can easily increase or decrease an enlargement mechanism according to generation capacity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective side view of power generating system.    Electric generator (18)    Lever (28)    Floater (35)    Arm portions (37,38)    Door (40)
NOVELTY - A suction brush of a vacuum cleaner is provided to supply electric energy to a light emitting lamp or an electronic circuit, and to develop the intelligent vacuum cleaner by generating power with a turbine and a generator formed in the suction brush.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A vacuum cleaner includes a turbine (23) rotated in sucking air including foreign matters into a suction brush body (21) of a suction brush (20), and a generator (30) formed at a side of a rotating shaft (25). A light emitting lamp (50) is formed in an upper part of the suction brush body, and the turbine is connected to the rotating shaft. The suction brush includes the suction brush body having an air inlet, a cover combined with an upper part of the suction brush body, and a support part installed between the suction brush body and the cover to support and separate the turbine and the rotating shaft. The turbine is rotated by suction force of inflow air through the suction brush to check state of the vacuum cleaner by supplying power to the light emitting lamp.
NOVELTY - An air pressure and hydroelectric power generation method using buoyancy is provided to increase power generation efficiency by rotating a turbine by changing low pressure into high pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An air pressure and hydroelectric power generation method using buoyancy generates electricity by increasing steam pressure by applying a theory of Pascal using a piston(4) by pushing the water into a tank(1). The water flows into a cylinder(3) installed at the lower side of the tank by closing a valve(10) and opening a valve(11) and the piston floats by receiving buoyancy. The air is quickly exhausted through a propeller(5) by facing upward an air blocking plate(2) in floating the piston by the buoyancy and shutting a valve(6). Therefore, power is generated by turning the propeller with the air quickly exhausted.
NOVELTY - A mobile communication terminal using solar energy is provided to totally or partially operate the terminal with the solar energy by being equipped with a solar collector and a unit for converting the solar energy into electric power, so that charging frequency can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A mobile communication terminal comprises the followings: a main body(100) mounted with a battery at one side thereof; a solar collector(410) installed so as to be exposed at the outside of a main body case, and collecting solar energy from the sun; a solar cell(400) converting the collected solar energy into electric power; a control unit controlling so that the power, required according to the operation state of the terminal, can be supplied from the battery or the solar cell; and a switching device selectively supplying power to the mobile terminal from the battery or the solar cell according to the operation of the control unit.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - Several photovoltaic cells are arranged between the surface and reverse side materials. The surface and reverse side materials are held by a frame made of transparent material e.g. transparent hard synthetic resin.    USE - For use in roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - Light incident efficiency is improved, by using the transparent frame. Output efficiency of the solar cell module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module attachment apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the solar cell module attachment apparatus.    solar cell module (10)    attachment apparatus (20)    mounting stand frame (22)    reinforcement frame (24)    installation structure (26)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (10) comprises three thermoelectric modules (20) attached to respective local reaction areas (15a-15c) of a microchemistry chip (11). Each of the heat sinks (12a-12c) is arranged between respective local area and thermoelectric module, such that the upper and lower surfaces of the heat sink are formed in respective local area and thermoelectric module.    USE - For electric power generator and heating-cooling device.    ADVANTAGE - Performs favorable temperature control irrespective of the size and shape of local reaction area of the chip.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the thermoelectric apparatus.    Thermoelectric apparatus (10)    Chip (11)    Heat sinks (12a-12c)    Local reaction areas (15a-15c)    Thermoelectric module (20)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (5) has a heating resistor (2) connected to a frame positioned at downward direction of solar cell module. A diode (3) and a metal string that connects serially arranged solar cells (1), are connected to the heating resistor in parallel.    USE - For solar energy power generation system with snow melting function for installation on roof of residential building.    ADVANTAGE - Snow melting of roof surface can be performed efficiently. Simplifies structure and improves workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline circuit block diagram of the solar cell module.    solar cell (1)    resistor (2)    diode (3)    solar cell module (5)    framework (6)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module arranges several solar cell elements between the translucent substrate and the reverse-side material. The outer periphery edge of translucent substrate carries out C surface processing or R surface processing. The C surface processing performs processing for the corner portions of the light receiving surface side of translucent substrate. The R surface processing performs processing to the whole thickness portion of the substrate.    USE - For frameless-type solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - A highly reliable frameless-type solar cell module is provided. The light-receiving-surface is not easily stained during or after rain fall.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of solar cell module.    C surface processed or R surface processed portion (25)    surface-modified portion (26)
NOVELTY - A bus-bar electrode of a solar cell element is positioned at the light-receiving-surface side and non-light-receiving-surface side of a semiconductor substrate (1). Several bus bar electrodes are perpendicular with respect to the one side of the semiconductor substrate. Parting lines (15) are positioned at the endmost side of the semiconductor substrate. The center line of the bus-bar electrode shifts on the edge portion and divides one side of the semiconductor substrate into a predetermined number of equal pieces.    USE - Used for a solar cell element.    ADVANTAGE - The bending stress occurring in the inner lead vicinity of the substrate edge portion is reduced. The generation of cracks in the solar cell element is prevented and a solar cell with good load resistance capability is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show a sectional view of a solar cell element and the bending moment when a uniform load acts on the solar cell element.    semiconductor substrate (1)    surface side of bus-bar electrode (4a)    backside bus-bar electrode (5a)    inner lead (8)    parting line (15)
NOVELTY - A cross-section of an area where connection tab (3) is connected to a light receiving surface side of a solar cell element differs from a cross section of an area where the tab is connected to back side an other solar cell element. The area where connection tab (3) is connected to a light receiving surface side is thin than the area where the tab is connected to back side by providing high concentration impurity dope layer to light receiving side.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The curvature of the solar cell element can be corrected effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the solar cell elements.    solar cell elements (2a,2b)    connection tab (3)    bus-bar electrode (21)    reverse-side lateral electrode (23)    thick cross section of connection tab (31)
NOVELTY - A solar cell (10a) has a different height compared to the adjoining solar cell (10b). Electroconductive metals (18a, 18b) connected to the electrode, remove the output of solar cells with single crystal or polycrystal.    USE - Used for a solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the solar cell can be lowered and the electric power-generation efficiency can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cells in the solar cell module.    solar cells (10a,10b)    weather-resistance film (12)    sealing agent (16)    junction box (17)    electroconductive metals (18a,18b)
NOVELTY - The installation structure has base (4) in which the solar cell element (10) is installed. An installation angularly variable portion varies the installation angle of the solar cell element with respect to the base as the arrangement between the cell element and the base and the length changes with heat.    USE - For solar cell element installation structure.    ADVANTAGE - The installation angle of the solar cell element is varied effectively and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the angularly variable structure.    base (4)    solar cell element (10)    frame (11)    shape memory alloy (26)    reaction-force elastic portion (28)
NOVELTY - The dye sensitizing solar cell has two types of sensitizing dyes (5,6) having different absorption peak wavelengths in the absorption spectrum. The molecular weight of the sensitizing dye having an absorption peak wavelength on the short wavelength side is smaller than the molecular weight of the sensitizing dye having an absorption peak wavelength in the long wavelength side.    USE - For solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency is improved by reducing the amount of the electric charges flowing into the carrier transport layer from the porous semiconductor layer by using two types of sensitizing dyes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dye sensitizing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model diagram of the dye sensitizing solar cell.    support substrates (1,9)    transparent electrically conductive films (2,8)    platinum layer (3)    carrier transport layer (4)    sensitizing dyes (5,6)    semiconductor layer (7)
NOVELTY - A frame (18) has a recess portion that accommodates a solar cell panel (11). A fire prevention sheet (20) is arranged between the solar cell panel and the recess bottom surface and is detachable from the recess portion. The fire prevention sheet is supported from the downward direction.    USE - For e.g. tiled roofs of common house and public building.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies installation of the solar cell module and ensure convenient maintenance and inspection operation. Improves fire prevention capability without needing excessive number of fire prevention sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of a solar cell module.    Solar cell panel (11)    Long-side frame (12A, 12B)    Frame (18)    Fire prevention sheet (20)
NOVELTY - An anchor (3) fixes the position of the turbine (1). A support (13) is coupled to the anchor and to a turbine blade. The blade is rotatably mounted about an axis of rotation on the support. An electrical generator is coupled to the blade.    USE - For wave powered turbine for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Has very simple robust turbine design and very simple robust structure for fixing the machine to sea bed. The device can remain operable at moderate depth taking advantage of the fact that the rotation characteristic of sea wave is present with reduced amplitude at depths of several meters.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the turbine.    turbine (1)    anchor (3)    pile (5)    sea bed (9)    support (13)
NOVELTY - Support structure (1) has one or more solar modules (2). The support (5) for lower-lying edge (4) or the solar modules is of angular profile, by which the first angled limb (7) engages the narrow side (8) and the adjoining second angled limb (9) engages the narrow side or front side of the adjoining under side of the solar modules in working position.    USE - Support structure with solar modules for generating current from sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures reduced expenditure with no danger to support structure from high wind forces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The higher support (6) profile is approximately of Z or U-shaped crossection, whereby the lower first Z or U-blade (10) is facing and is fixed at the roof (3) and the second Z or U-blade (11) engages with the under side of the solar module in working position. The angular profile in the process has one or several outlets or outlet punched holes (12). In between the Z and U-profile of the first and second support, the middle base (13) and openings (14) are arranged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the support structure.    Support structure (1)    Solar modules (2)    Roof (3)    Lower-lying edge (4)    Support (5)    Higher support (6)    First angled limb (7)    Narrow side (8)    Second angled limb (9)    First Z or U-blade (10)    Second Z or U-blade (11)    Outlet punched holes (12)    Middle base (13)    Openings (14)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a fluid bed biological mass gasification furnace employing heat pipe for heat supply, wherein superheated steam is loaded into a fluid bed as gasifying agent, a heat pipe is employed to supply the reaction heat needed by the reduction reaction between the biological mass and the steam, one segment of the heat pipe is arranged in the reactor as a heat output section, the other segment is arranged in the combustion chamber as a heat adsorption segment, and the residual heat of the fuel can produce gasifed steam.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a moving bed biological mass gasification furnace employing heat pipe for heat supply, which comprises an reaction chamber, a combustion chamber, a smoke conduit and an air preheating chamber, one segment of the high temperature heat pipe is arranged in the smoke conduit as a heat adsorption segment, the other segment is arranged in the reaction chamber as a heat output segment, one segment of the medium temperature heat pipe is arranged in the air preheating chamber as a heat output segment, the other segment is arranged in the reaction chamber as a heat absorption segment, the high temperature heat pipe can guide the heat needed by the gasification reaction from the combustion chamber, the medium temperature heat pipe can preheat the air in the combustion chamber with the residual heat of the reaction chamber, the obtained combustible gas contains no N2 but has high thermal value.
NOVELTY - A composite solar collection module (100) comprises a transparent substrate (10), a thin film solar collection cell adjacent the substrate for the collection of solar rays, an electrically insulating film (70) on the thin film solar collection cell, and a metallic layer (80) on the insulating film, where metallic perimeter edge being recessed inward from both a substrate perimeter edge and insulating perimeter edge, and being at least coextensive with the cell perimeter edge.    USE - For use as a solar collection module.    ADVANTAGE - The insulating and metallic layers are dimensioned so that a larger collection cell can be used to collect solar energy over a larger proportion of the available substrate surface area, without causing arcing between the cell edge and the metallic layer edge. The solar collection module has a very stable encapsulation. Due to reduced permeation, distance from module edge to the thin film cell can be reduced increasing the cell aperture and the power per module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side cross-sectional view of the solar cell encapsulation structure.    Substrate (10)    Mechanical protection layer (40)    Insulating film (70)    Metallic layer (80)    Composite solar collection module (100)
NOVELTY - The system has a set of cylinders exhausting air from an air outlet of the cylinders by weight of a carrier and carried object. The cylinders cause a tablet to slope towards location of the object when moving the object to location of one of the cylinders. A pneumatic generator generates electricity via importing air to an air inlet of the generator, and air flow through an outlet of the generator to an inlet of the cylinder. The tablet is raised to keep the carrier moving to the next cylinder.    USE - Used for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The pneumatic generator generates the electricity via the importing air to the air inlet of the generator, and the air flow through the outlet of the generator to the inlet of the cylinder, thus improving an amount of electricity generated by the generator, and hence preventing damage to nature environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a pneumatic generator cycle system.    Tablet (10)    Cylinders (16a-16d)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric conversion unit has an attachment/detachment unit for detachably attaching a heat-absorbing unit (12) to a heater such as lamp (20). The heater heats the insulating unit to which the heat-absorbing unit is attached. A thermoelectric conversion module (11) generates electric power by using temperature difference arisen between the end portion of the insulating unit to which the heat-absorbing unit is attached and the end portion of the insulating unit to which the heat-releasing fins (18) are attached.    USE - For generating electricity using heat generated by lamp or light used in e.g. projector, indoor illumination device, outdoor illumination device, automobile and motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The attachment and detachment of the lamp acting as heater to and from the thermoelectric conversion portion is easily accomplished. Improves the heat conduction efficiency while reducing the weight of the thermoelectric conversion unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the configuration of a thermoelectric conversion unit.    thermoelectric conversion modules (11)    heat-absorbing unit (12)    radiator (13)    heat-releasing fins (18)    lamp (20)
NOVELTY - The device has a clamshell device for incorporating opening/closing functions of a clam, and a lattice device for incorporating opening/closing functions of certain blinds. The clamshell device, the lattice device, and a belted-grade device utilize a number of directly driven generators (9a), and utilize a number of accumulators to actuate the generators through turbines. The generator provides direct powering or accumulahydro-powering to hydro powering of the turbines of remote generators.    USE - Used in an electric power generation system for converting a force of gravity to electricity on a road vehicle e.g. truck, railroad vehicle, off road vehicle (all claimed), descending from heights.    ADVANTAGE - The renewable energy capturing device efficiently and effectively captures the energy and uses energy for the good of mankind.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevation view of a renewable energy capturing device.    Overhang portion (2b)    Counter balancing portion (2c)    Return duct part (6b)    Generators (9a)    Cylinders (3, 9, 12)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) consists of two connectors (12,16) for picking-out the electric power from electroconductive connectors (11,15) between solar cell groups (5). The connectors and the electroconductive connectors are each integrated through the insulation sheets.    USE - For solar cell module mounted on rooftop of individual house.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the manufacturing process and raises the manufacturing yield with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a surface-side plan view of solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell (4)    solar cell group (5)    electroconductive connectors (11,15)    connectors (12,16)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has a pair of mutually adjacent solar cell group (5) consisting of several solar cells (4). The L-shaped electroconductive connection frames (10,11) electrically connects two solar cell groups in series, and the L-shaped electroconductive removing frames (12,13) removes the electric power from the solar cell module. The length and width of extension portions (10a,11a) of connection frame is smaller than length and width of elongated portion (12a,13a) of removing frame.    USE - For solar cell apparatus (claimed) used as power supply source for individual houses.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module with favorable power efficiency and insulation proof is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the surface-side schematic plane view of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell (4)    solar cell group (5)    connection frame (10,11)    extension portion (10a,11a)    removing frame (12,13)    elongated portion (12a,13a)
NOVELTY - The container (1) having a deformable fluid, supports the solar cell unit (20) from a downward direction. The hinge (4) fixes the inclination angle of solar cell unit to the base.    USE - For generating electric power in houses.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is improved since the cooling effect of solar cell unit by effectively pressing the solar cell unit through the hinge. The solar power generation apparatus which can be compactly stored at the time of transport is provided since the inclination angle is maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of a solar-power-generation apparatus.    container (1)    base mounting stand (3)    hinge (4)    base for installation (5)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - Solar power generation apparatus has a solar cell module (5) fixed to the columnar rails (3) using fixing units (4) provided at the back side of the solar cell module. The fixing units are rotatable freely with respect to one columnar rail and attached or detached freely with respect to another columnar rail.    USE - For solar power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Maintenance and inspection of the back side of the solar cell module are performed easily and simply and rapidly with less labor by enabling easier attachment and removal of the solar cell module. The dropping of the solar cell module from the columnar rail is prevented by using the fixing units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective of the installation state of the solar power generation apparatus.    basic rail (1)    fixed band (2)    columnar rail (3)    fixing units (4)    solar cell module (5)
NOVELTY - The solar cell element (3) interposed between the translucent light receiving front substrate (1) and the rear substrate (6), has a rear side sealing agent (5) having several through holes filled with heat conductive paste containing insulating particles with higher heat conductivity than the rear side sealing agent.    USE - For solar power system.    ADVANTAGE - The heat conductive paste filled sealing agent improves the heat radiation efficiency of the photovoltaic cell, resulting in improved efficiency of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the solar cell module.    translucent light receiving front substrate (1)    solar cell element (3)    connection tab (4)    rear side sealing agent (5)    rear substrate (6)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a frame attached to a solar cell module and snow guard structure (1) fixed to the frame. The structure has a snow guard portion (1b) which obstructs fall of snow on the solar cell module. A rotation prevention portion (1c) prevents rotation of the snow guard structure.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The snow is sufficiently dropped and snowy weight is endured efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of snow guard structure in solar energy power generation system.    snow guard structure (1)    fixed portion (1a)    snow guard portion (1b)    rotation prevention portion (1c)    fixed hole (1d)
NOVELTY - The system has a container (1) storing the cooling agent, attached to the non-light receiving surface (2) of the solar cell module (20). The solar cell module is cooled in day time using the cooling agent which solidifies during night time and liquefies in day time.    USE - For domestic and industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electric power generation efficiency by cooling the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the solar cell module of the solar power generation apparatus.    container (1)    non-light receiving surface (2)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - Power generation system has several solar cells whose output terminals are connected to a connection box (2), and several voltage-rise units (3a) for increasing output voltage of the solar cells. The connection box and voltage-rise units having guide channels, are secured to a rail (7) attached to wall surface, such that the connection box and voltage-rise units are movable along the rail in longitudinal direction.    USE - For installation on roof of residential building.    ADVANTAGE - The construction man-hour is reduced, and external appearance of residence is not impaired.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawings of attachment of box and voltage-rise unit to rail.    box (2)    voltage-rise unit (3a)    rail (7)    knockout (34a)    joint ring (62b)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) has a frame consisting of an aluminum material attached to the peripheral portion of electric power generation portion (2). The frame has a curve shaped overhang portion (7c).    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of frame is improved by overhang portion and material of construction is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text.)    solar cell module (1)    electric-power-generation portion (2)    translucent panel (3)    photovoltaic cell (4)    curve shaped overhang portion (7c)
NOVELTY - Solar-cell array comprises frame (1b) attached by the outer periphery of the elongated mounting stands (5) arranged at a predetermined direction and electric-power-generation portion (20). Solar-cell array comprises several solar cell modules (2) has support region. The cross-section of the frame in the sequence-direction center region is larger than the cross-section in the support region.    USE - For solar-power-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of the frame is increased and the resistance with respect to the disturbance by snow or storm is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the addition of bending moment to frame of the solar-cell array.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    frame (1b)    solar cell module (2)    mounting stands (5)    solar cell element (18)    electric-power-generation portion (20)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module fixation structure has plate with shape according to the surface shape of the roof in which the solar cell module (26) is installed. The plate comprises convex shapes supporting the periphery and center portions of the solar cell module respectively.    USE - For solar-power-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The bending of solar cell module is prevented and the electric-power-generation efficiency of the solar cell module is improved effectively and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the solar-power-generation apparatus.    roof lining board (1)    mounting portion (20)    contact support portion (21)    rafter (21)    solar cell module (26)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (1) comprises several solar cell elements arranged in the reverse side of a light transmissive board. The module consist of a solar cell element string (2) which forms shadow on the surface of the light transmissive board and a solar cell element string (3) which does not form shadow. The strings are arranged alternately, so that the strings are not connected in series.    USE - For solar energy power generation system used in the roof of the houses.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the whole solar energy power generation system is not reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the solar cell module and a top view of the solar energy power generation system.    solar cell module (1)    solar cell element strings (2,3)    roof (4)
NOVELTY - The solar power generation apparatus (100) consists of a solar cell panel (1') on a solar cell panel frame (6') and a handle (2') attached so as to rotate on the back side of the panel. A support (3') which sets an angle comprised by the panel and the ground at the time of use, is fixed to the handle in an unused state. The handle is reinforced by the support in the unused state.    USE - For use in outdoors such as beach and campsite.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the damage of the handle according to the force at the time of carrying the apparatus and prevents the user from getting injured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of portable solar power generation apparatus in opened state.    solar cell panels (1,1')    handles (2,2')    supports (3,3')    panel frames (6,6')    solar power generation apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus of waste material (1) has a heat treating furnace (3) for burning or melting waste material, and water electrolysis unit (6) for electrolyzing water into hydrogen (16) and oxygen (15). Hydrogen generated by electrolysis unit is supplied to heat treating furnace.    USE - For processing waste material, such as municipal solid waste and industrial waste.    ADVANTAGE - The waste material is stably and economically processed without affecting the environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing of waste material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline flowchart of processing apparatus of waste material.    Processing apparatus of waste material (1)    Gasifier (2)    Ash melting furnace (3)    Electrolysis unit (6)    Fuel cell (8)    Waste material (10)    Oxygen (15)    Hydrogen (16)
NOVELTY - The polyacrylonitrite (PAN) group carbon fiber and graphite are connected. The electromotive force of 0.65 mv is generated between the load connecting terminals of PAN group carbon fiber and graphite, when PAN group carbon fiber and graphite are simultaneously heated at 78degreesC. The electromotive force of -0.6 mv is generated between the load terminals, when PAN group carbon fiber and graphite are simultaneously cooled at 0degreesC.    USE - For generating electric power using carbon.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power is generated without attaching temperature gradient between the carbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electric power generating apparatus; and    (2) electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the heat source.    ceramic board (1)    negative electrode carbon (6)    graphite (7)
NOVELTY - A solar trajectory projector is movable along an azimuth or zenith axis relative to the trajectory of the sun. A solar collector with a system of mirrors, a light guide, and lenses collimates the light and concentrates the light trajectory on a single point. A cloud sensor has photoelectric cells, an ammeter, and a programmable logic control that cuts the power supply to the concentrator upon detected presence of clouds.    USE - For solar energy generation.
NOVELTY - The super generator is mounted inside a sealed concrete cylindrical tube which has vacuum pumps to produce a vacuum environment. The super generator has a demagnetized casing divided into two equal parts, and moved on rails using special guides. A rotor, which rotates using the action of laser rays irradiated through mirror plates, is arranged in the casing. The kinetic force created by the rotation of the rotor causes a stable fluctuation in gravity in the vacuum environment. A coupling connects part of the casing to stator coils which descend with a rolling base.    USE - For producing electrical energy in a vacuum environment inside concrete cylindrical tubes using laser rays.
NOVELTY - At least one permanent magnet (11B) which contains at least one void is protected by a water-resistant material such as a film is allowed to falls down a structure such as a vertical shaft (10A) containing or surrounded by at least one coil (15A) connected to an electric circuit (16). The falling magnet generates a voltage, which is supplied to the circuit. At least one transfer system (10G) is used to transfer the magnet from the bottom of the shaft to the bottom of a separate column (10D) filled with a liquid (17) having a higher density than the magnet, so that the magnet floats to the top of the column, which is e.g. a concrete silo. The transfer system includes one or more closure systems and is e.g. a dry transfer system including a pressurized air vessel as used for firing torpedoes, a wet transfer system with a rotary sluice arrangement. At least one storage arrangement (10J-10L) is provided for temporarily or long-term storage of the magnets in between the shaft and column, either before or after falling down the shaft. At least one magnet transport system (10E) connects the shaft to the transfer system. The void in the magnet can be provided in the form of a cavity or by covering it with a low density material such as polyethylene foam.    USE - For generating electricity on an industrial, domestic or micro scale.    ADVANTAGE - Electricity is generated using a simple, environmentally-friendly system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows one example of the electricity generating system.    vertical shaft (10A)    liquid-filled column (10D)    magnet transport system (10E)    magnet transfer system (10G)    magnet storage arrangement (10J-10L)    cylindrical magnet (11B)    coil (15A)    electric circuit (16)    liquid (17)
NOVELTY - A free-falling body comprising a magnetic material transfers its kinetic energy to one or more (very) high strength magnetic fields (17) extending around at least part of the shaft (12A) defining the fall or roll trajectory and these fields brake the fall, the counter-reaction to which is the supply of electrical current by the coils and magnets due to changing voltage ratios. The magnets are returned to the top of the shaft by a hydraulic system (11B) comprising a column of liquid with a transfer device (14) for supplying the fallen bodies to the bottom of the column, which the bodies float to the top of for another fall cycle. The magnetic fields can extend around at least part of the liquid column.    USE - For generating electricity for industrial use, household appliances or micro devices.    ADVANTAGE - A cheap and environmentally-friendly method for generating electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the electricity generating apparatus.    hydraulic system (11B)    vertical cylindrical shaft (12A)    transfer device (14)    magnetic fields (17)
NOVELTY - The stove (30) comprises combustion chamber (12) containing solid fuel for combustion. A fan (50) is arranged under the combustion chamber for forced air ventilation of the combustion chamber. A rechargeable alkaline battery is provided to drive the fan. The thermo electric element (31) is attached to the base of combustion chamber, to supply power selectively to drive the fan and charge the alkaline battery.    USE - For portable stove which burns solid fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces smoke emission even on start-up and provides high combustion temperature. Compact and easy to manufacture, improves thermal efficiency and reduces manufacture and running cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic side view of the portable stove.    combustion chamber (12)    outlet (23)    portable stove (30)    thermo electric element (31)    fan (50)
NOVELTY - A flexible substrate (1) has electrode and external connection terminal to electrically connect thermo-elements (5n,5p) . The heat conduction substrates (7a,7b) contact both side edges of the thermo-elements respectively.    USE - For thermoregulator in refrigerator, semiconductor device and electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Thermoelectric module is manufactured easily by preventing damage due to differential thermal expansion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of thermoelectric module.    flexible substrate (1)    resin sheet (2)    thermo-elements (5n,5p)    heat conduction substrates (7a,7b)    plating layer (8b)
NOVELTY - The method involves attaching a thermoelectric element (8) to a rake (2) mounted with cooling target object (3), and conducting the heat energy from the object to the thermoelectric element, by the heat conduction of rake. The conducted heat energy is converted into electric power by the thermoelectric element, and output through a heat-resistant cable (10).    USE - For performing exhaust heat recovery for cooling bed (claimed) used for cooling target object such as billet to obtain electricity from the thermoelectric element.    ADVANTAGE - The heat energy of the target object is converted into electric power efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an expanded view of the cooling bed.    rake (2)    cooling target object (3)    water sprinkling pipe (6)    thermoelectric element (8)    cable (10)
NOVELTY - The module has a photovoltaic submodule with a set of solar cells interposed between two light-transmitting substrates through an intermediary of an encapsulant. A connecting lead extends between the substrates for outputting electric current. A terminal box (30) is attached nearer to an edge of the submodule that houses a connecting part between the lead and a cable for outputting the current. An outer frame is set around an outer circumference of the submodule. An opening through which the lead and the box are inserted is provided to the frame at a position that receives the box.    USE - Used for converting light energy into electric energy in a photovoltaic power generation system for residential application.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic module does not need a terminal box of a particular shape, and reduces ineffective parts which do not contribute to power generation, thereby preventing enlargement of the solar cell. The module has enhanced conversion efficiency, prevents damage to the connecting lead, and prevents insulation failure without excessively thickening the insulating coating of the lead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view depicting a photovoltaic module.    Photovoltaic module (1)    Solar cell (11)    Rim part (27)    Terminal box (30)
NOVELTY - A system for energy production from vehicle braking in streets comprises conveyer belt-type roller units inserted in the road surface. Preferably generators are driven by the rotating rollers.    USE - As an energy production system using vehicle braking in streets (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Energy is obtained, braking load is reduced and the system needs little maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A sketch of the arrangement is shown. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Cell has a photoactive semiconductor layers (18) running between front and rear side contacts (12, 14). An integral protection diode (20) is provided with a polarity directed against the cell and a p-conductive semiconductor layer (26). A metallization (28) contacts the diode and is connected with the front sided contact. An n-conductive layer (30) runs on the layer (26) and is formed about the metallization in the form of frame.    USE - Solar cell e.g. cascade or multi-junction solar cell e.g. X-junction n-up solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The n-conductive layer runs on the p-conductive semiconductor layer of the photo diode and is formed about the metallization, thus ensuring high stability of the protection diode, and hence preventing migration of metal atoms.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a principle view of a solar cell with a protection diode having an n-conductive layer as an electro migration barrier. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Rear side contact (12)    Front side contact (14)    Protection diode (20)    p-conductive semiconductor layer (26)    Metallization (28)    n-conductive layer (30)
NOVELTY - Two weights (70,72) are individually mounted on halves of first and second wheels (20,22) such that the weights are positioned on the same side of their axes. Two weights are individually mounted on halves of third and fourth wheels (30,32) such that the weights are positioned on the same side of their axes. The weights on halves of the first and second wheels are positioned opposite the weights on halves of the third and fourth wheels so as to rotationally counteract one another.    USE - For power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Can effectively contribute to the use of gravitational energy in providing electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective sectional view of gravity/energy transformer.    First and second wheels (20,22)    Third and fourth wheels (30,32)    Weights (70,72)
NOVELTY - Proposed navigation beacon has float, above-water part in form of signal shape, signal lantern, balancing weight in underwater part of beacon and device for securing the anchor chain. Device for conversion of energy is located inside beacon; it is made in form of piezo-electric plant consisting of piezo-electric ring which is radially polarized and is secured to above-water part of beacon through rigid dielectric ring; beacon is also provided with pendulum secured to above-water part of beacon for oscillation in any direction and output voltage converter.    USE - River navigation; ensuring required navigation route.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced reliability and durability of beacon.1 dwg
NOVELTY - The thermal-energy-conversion system (10) comprises an electrical power generating apparatus (13) that provides direct conversion of heat energy into electrical energy by the temperature difference between a high temperature paraphyly (11) and a low temperature paraphyly (14). A jig (12) enlarged with power generating apparatus comprises the heat receiving or collecting function from high temperature paraphyly and the density of the component comprises heat radiation function of low temperature paraphyly.    USE - For direct conversion of high temperature heat energy into electrical energy from high temperature paraphyly such as high temperature piping, high temperature duct, high temperature region at various industries with power generating plant such as thermal plant, chemical processing plant, steel plant, boiler installation, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The heat energy is efficiently converted into electrical energy without producing any conversion loss to the kinetic energy and enables energy saving.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline block diagram of the thermal-energy-conversion system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    thermal-energy-conversion system (10)    high temperature paraphyly (11)    jig (12)    electric power generating apparatus (13)    low temperature paraphyly (14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus includes multiple buckets (14) installed on a handler belt (3) and rotatable and movable up and down, wherein air is discharged in the buckets to produce buoyancy in a large-sized water tank (1). The rotary power obtained by rotation driving of handler belt is automatically converted into electrical energy through a drive shaft (34).    USE - Used in e.g. factory, apartment, and public building, underground of public site, dam storage reservoir.    ADVANTAGE - Provides an environment-friendly buoyancy-based-electric-power-generation apparatus using buoyancy by air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front sectional drawing and the side face sectional drawing of the global image of the buoyancy-based electric-power-generation apparatus.    Large-sized water tank (1)    Electric-power-generation speed up gears (2)    Handler belt (3)    Buckets (14)    Drive shaft (34)
NOVELTY - The packing structure has an elongated holder (5) fitted to foundation (1) and arranged along the flow direction having groove-shaped support (5g) and planar support (5i) supporting the solar cell module (7) at ridge side and eaves side respectively along with a joint (5j) of the upper surface side. A cover (8) has covering portion (8e) that covers the ridge and eaves side of solar cell module with a joint (8a) fitted to holder joint.    USE - For solar cell roof surface of building.    ADVANTAGE - The construction expense of packing structure is relatively cheap. The assembling of solar cell module is carried out reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical side view of the packing structure.    foundation (1)    elongated holder (5)    groove-shaped support (5g)    planar support (5i)    joint (5j)    solar cell module (7)    cover (8)    joint (8a)    covering portion (8e)
NOVELTY - The satellite (100) includes a computer which sets the cant angles of solar-cell paddles (4) and the yaw-rotation angle of a satellite main body (1), such that the light-receiving surfaces of the solar-cell paddles might be correctly aligned with the sun. The cant angle of the solar-cell paddles relative to the satellite main body is variable.    USE - For observing earth.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents reduction in electric-power generation efficiency of solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the observation satellite.    Satellite main body (1)    Observation sensor (2)    Solar-cell paddles (4)    Movable hinges (5)    Observation satellite (100)
NOVELTY - An aperture (10) is provided as discharge opening of the water pumped towards mixing water retention tank (9) of submersion section (2). The submersion section comprises the semi submersible water floating body structure (1) held to water bottom via chain/wire (E).    USE - For use in fishery.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces operational cost of floating body. Ensures to gather phytoplanktons effectively at depth of ocean used as food of fisheries.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the electric power generation enrichment floating body.    Semi submersible water floating body structure (1)    Submersion section (2)    Mixing water retention tank (9)    Aperture (10)    Chain/wire (E)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has multiple buoyant paddles with a platform (10) which pushes the paddles in the direction of a flow of current and then pushed back to the platform using a powered winch. Each paddle is linked to tethers through a system of gears that is mounted along with a gearbox (9) on the platform located within tidal current. The paddles are configured in such a manner that orientation of the paddles is altered.    USE - Used for generating an electrical energy from flowing water such as tidal system.    ADVANTAGE - The buoyant paddles are configured in such a manner that the orientation of the paddles is altered, thus achieving a net gain in energy over one cycle of operation, and hence efficiently capturing the forces of the tides without the installation of the major civil engineering works and investment of huge amount of capital.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a paddle.    Paddles (1)    Buoyant chambers (4)    Tethers (6)    Gearbox (9)    Platform (10)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a piece of foil in an active area of a plane. A connector contact (8) is provided with a section (9) including a protruding contact component (11) and another section (12) comprising a terminal (13) for forming a connection to a wire. The section (9) is placed adjacent to the piece of foil such that the contact component penetrates into the piece of foil to contact an electrically conductive lead.    USE - Used for providing a connector contact to a piece of foil that is utilized for applying to a laminated foil with soalr cells, luminescent LED, window foils, foils for a flexible display.    ADVANTAGE - The section of the connector contact is placed adjacent to the piece of foil such that the contact component penetrates into the piece of foil to contact the electrically conductive lead, thus allowing placement of the connector contact at any position along the length of the electrically conductive lead with improved flexibility, and ensuring a connection with better resistance to pulling forces at an angle to the plane of the piece of foil at low cost. The method allows the piece of foil to be adhered to a support surface without much regard to electrical properties of the surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an assembly comprising a piece of foil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a connector contact.    Connector contact (8)    Sections (9, 12)    Planar base (10)    Contact component (11)    Terminal (13)
NOVELTY - The module has a string of solar cells and is constituted by electrically connecting adjacent solar cells to one another by wiring line units (2). A base material of each wiring line unit has a plastic strain of 2 percent in a drawing direction. Each solar cell is constituted of a crystalline wafer with a thickness of 200 microns. The plastic strain in the drawing direction on the front surface side of the solar cells differs from that of a portion of the wiring line member on the back surface side of the solar cells.    USE - Used for converting solar energy into electric energy.    ADVANTAGE - The base material of each wiring line unit has the plastic strain of specific percent in the drawing direction, thus reducing the warping of the solar cells due to a linear expansion coefficient difference between the units, and hence effectively preventing damages to the module without incurring cost increase.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar cell module.    Solar cell (1)    Wiring line units (2)    Solar cell module (3)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a combustion driven magnetic fluid flux compression mixed pulse power supply including a high-voltage section, a low voltage section, a generating section and a compression section, in which, the high and low voltage sections and the generating section are at the generator and the compression section is at the flux compression generator, the current generated by the generator at the generation section is the seed current input into the inductance coil of the flux compression generator, the armature of the generator is the working fluid of high conduction plasma generated by the generator at the high and low voltage sections when passing through the combustion section at high speed, the seed current is input into the inductance coil of the flux compression generator and the working fluid passes through the compression section at high speed as the armature of the compression generator.
NOVELTY - The system has a planetary gear system e.g. toothed epicyclic gear system (TEGS) comprising gear elements (21,22,23,24,25) whose outputs are coupled to a torque meter and power input (26) of a closed circuit pump (27). The operation of the pump is controlled linearly by the feedback system (12) that is guided automatically by the torque meter, based on the determined load of the system.    USE - For massive production of electric power via hydraulic turbines, drilling, ship building and aerospatial technology.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables to regulate the constant output torque.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the planetary gear system of the fluid mechanic self-adjustable power transfer system.    hydraulic motor (2)    feedback system (12)    gear elements (21-25)    power input (26)    circuit pump (27)
NOVELTY - The system has a printing mechanism, a printing and data communications controller, and a data communications system. A parasitic power collection system contributes to the charging of a rechargeable battery, where the power collection system collects power from a motion of a vehicle. The printing system is on the vehicle. The power collection system has a housing maintaining a magnetic string (30).    USE - For portable printer system which is either carried around or vehicle-mounted generate parasitic power to charge a battery .    ADVANTAGE - The parasitic power collection system contributes to the charging of the rechargeable battery, where the power collection system collects power from the motion of the vehicle, thus increasing the life of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a parasitic power collection system for providing power to a rechargeable battery in a portable printer and comprising a magnet string and several coils to generate power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a typical magnetic string.    Magnetic string (30)    High flux-density cylindrical magnets (32a-32d)    Nonmagnetic separators (34a-34c)    Cylinder caps (36)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric element is made of p-type ceramic semiconductor material (2) and n-type ceramic semiconductor material (1). The p-type and n-type ceramic semiconductor materials contain 40% or more air-hole phases. The air-hole phase distribution is changed along the thermal flux flow direction.    USE - For thermoelectric element for thermoelectric conversion system for electric power generation system using waste heat of incinerator plant and factory.    ADVANTAGE - Exhibits high thermoelectric conversion efficiency, improving power generation efficiency. The thermoelectric element is environment friendly and maintains effective temperature difference when the thermoelement is cooled by natural cool.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a thermoelectric conversion system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the thermoelectric element. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    n-type ceramic semiconductor material (1)    p-type ceramic semiconductor material (2)    heat insulation layer (3)    substrate (4)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module comprises terminal portion (701) solar cell panels (702), output lead wires (202). The terminal portion is filled with resin, which directly attaches the solar cell panel to the terminal portion.    USE - For domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - The weight and cost of the solar cell module are reduced. The reliability of the solar cell module is improved sharply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of solar cell module.    outer lead wires (202)    terminal portion (701)    solar cell panel (702)    solar cell module (703)    aluminum frame (704)
NOVELTY - The device has a crystalline semiconductor substrate (2) with a separate processed side surface formed by separating process. The side surface is interposed between two main surfaces of the semiconductor substrate. The separate processed side surface includes a laser processed region formed by laser process and a cut processed region formed by cutting process. The laser processed region is a region extending from one main surface towards the other main surface without reaching a semiconductor layer.    USE - Solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The separate processed side surface includes the laser processed region formed by the laser process and the cut processed region formed by the cutting process, thus eliminating occurrence of a leak current, and suppressing reductions in open voltage and fill factor from time to time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacturing method of a photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of forming trenches on a structure by irradiating a laser beam onto the structure.    Crystalline semiconductor substrate (2)    Intrinsic amorphous semiconductor layer (3)    Amorphous semiconductor layers (4, 8)    Structure (13)    Trenches (15)
NOVELTY - The reactor has heat exchangers cooperating with different media in low temperatures. A pressure is produced which operates a turbine and the remaining heat is available for further use.    USE - For laundries and baker's shops and suitable for heat sources such as geothermic and solar power. For generation of current from waste heat.    ADVANTAGE - Module consists of all components, heat used for current generation can be further used.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the invention.
NOVELTY - The strip includes a substrate (12) made of flexible waterproof material. A set of electrically connected rigid solar cell groups (13) are arrayed on the surface of the substrate. Sufficient gaps are provided in-between the adjacent cell groups, such that folding of the substrate is enabled. Stacking of the substrates is permitted under their flat states.    USE - For generating electrical energy by using photovoltaic cells at rooftops of various types.    ADVANTAGE - Easy handling and transportation is facilitated by the folding arrangement of the substrate. The waterproof material for the substrate enables usage as base material for roof.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) assembly method for strips; and    (2) installation method for solar cell roofing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial top view of the strip.    substrate (12)    solar cell groups (13)    output line (21)    junction box (22)    power cable (23)
NOVELTY - A solar cell panel (P) is formed by arranging the cell elements between light receiving side and rear surface side portions. A module frame (W1) fixed to the panel has cut-out grooves (27a) that extends from the inner periphery to the outer periphery of light receiving surface side portion.The grooves has restriction portions (4) with minimum opening width on the inner periphery of a terminal portion (5) which is formed on the outer surface of the frame.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The contamination on the light receiving surface is efficiently prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the solar cell module.    restriction portion (4)    terminal portion (5)    grooves (27a)    solar cell panel (P)    module frame (W1)
NOVELTY - The generator (1) comprises a retarding chamber (10) formed between hanging wall (2) and impermeable wall (3), and opening (7) at lower end of wall (2), through which the water such as sea water flows into the chamber. A rotary shaft (13) with arcuate blade (12) within the chamber is rotated based on the eddy current of sea water, to generate electric power.    USE - For wave activated generator.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is improved without using complicated structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for wave powered electricity generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the wave activated generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    generator (1)    hanging wall (2)    impermeable wall (3)    opening (7)    blade (12)    shaft (13)
NOVELTY - The converter has a power take-off (PTO) device including a linear electric generator (LEG) system (20) that directly converts mechanical energy into electrical energy in response to a relative motion between a shell (10) and a column. Permanent magnet assemblies and induction coil assemblies of the device are housed in separate enclosures, where the magnetic and induction coil assemblies are put together such that a magnetic flux coupling between the assemblies is maximized.    USE - Used for capturing ocean surface wave energy.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the linear electric generator system eliminates a need for hydraulics or other mechanical translation devices, reduces life-cycle cost of the LEG system, allows for bi-directional power flow operation, and provides more reliable LEG gain. The permanent magnet assemblies and the induction coil assemblies are housed in separate enclosures so that the magnet and the induction coil assemblies are not an integral part of a wave energy converter mechanical structure, thus providing efficient power conversion to optimize design of the shell and the column with design simplicity, ease of installation and servicing. The magnetic and induction coil assemblies are put together such that the magnetic flux coupling between the assemblies is maximized, thus reducing eddy current losses to obtain an increase in efficiency of an electric power production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an installation of a linear electric generator (LEG) assembly above a shell of a wave energy converter (WEC).    Shell (10)    Column (12)    Top end (13)    Bottom end (14)    Anchor (16)    Linear electric generator (LEG) system (20)
NOVELTY - The device has buoyant units (10, 20, 30) floating in a wave-driven water body, where one of the buoyant units comprises an electric generator, and a transmission system. An interconnecting mechanism is provided for connecting the buoyant units. The transmission system is configured to convert a wave motion of the wave-driven water body to a rotary motion. The transmission system transmits the rotary motion to the electric generator for producing electric power.    USE - Used for producing an electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the transmission system in the generating device enables the device to generate electric power from the wave-driven water body in a fast, easy, inexpensive, and efficient manner such that the set up has less configurational complexity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a floating wave powered electric generating device.    Buoyant units (10, 20, 30)    Shaft (34)    Interconnector (50)    Floating wave powered electric generating device (100)
NOVELTY - The module has a set of n-legs comprised of several thin alternating layers, and a set of p-legs. The p-legs and n-legs are electrically connected to produce the module, and the n-legs and p-legs are positioned radially between a heat source and a heat sink. The module is sandwiched between a portion of a surface of container and finned unit. Electrically insulating film separates the module from container and finned unit.    USE - Used for a transmitter (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The p-legs and n-legs are electrically connected to produce the module, and are positioned radially between the heat source and the heat sink, thus producing very efficiently small amounts of electric power in very isolated locations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a transmitter with a thermoelectric module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of a thermoelectric couple.
NOVELTY - The array has two branches connected electrically in parallel by opposite ends of positive and negative polarities, respectively. Each branch has photoelectric cells. One end has a blocking module to block an electrical current coming from a nearest branch. Another end has a blocking module to limit the propagation of a flash over, towards the nearest branch, induced by an electric arc at a level of the cell of related branch, to a value less than or equal to a rated current value of the related branch ranging between 0 and 0.5 A.    USE - Used for being implanted on a spacecraft (claimed) such as a satellite.    ADVANTAGE - One of the two blocking modules limit the propagation of the flash over, towards the nearest branch, induced by the arc at the level of the cell of related branch, to the value less than or equal to the rated current value of the related branch ranging between 0 and 0.5 A, thus avoiding damage of the cells by the arcs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a spacecraft comprising a photovoltaic solar array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photovoltaic solar array to be implanted on a spacecraft.
NOVELTY - Thermoelectric material comprises clathrate compound comprising composition of barium, gallium, and germanium.    USE - For thermoelectric devices used in converting heat to electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Thermoelectric material does not require the conventional long heat treatment, yet exhibits a superior thermoelectric property equal to the that of the prior art.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Thermoelectric material comprises clathrate compound having a composition of formula Ba8GaxGe(44-x).    x=14-18
NOVELTY - A solar cell sealing material comprises an adhesive heat-resistant layer (A) and buffer layer (B). The difference in flexural rigidity between the adhesive heat-resistant layer (A) and buffer layer (B) is 30 MPa or more.    USE - As sheet-type solar cell sealing material for solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing material has excellent transparency, flexibility, heat resistance and adhesiveness without using organic peroxide, and improves production efficiency of solar cell module. The sealing material exhibits properties adequate for thinner solar cell devices even when using organic peroxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module, which consists of layer (A) contacted with a protective layer, and layer (B) contacted with a solar cell element. The solar cell element is sealed using the solar cell sealing material.
NOVELTY - The molten silicon (4) and slag (6) are prepared and contacted with each other. The slag is then exposed to vacuum pressure, to obtain high purity silicon.    USE - For producing high purity silicon used for solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - High purity and high quality silicon with reduced boron content, is formed economically, without using plasma device and gas-blowing device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the apparatus for production of high purity silicon.    Purification furnace (1)    Molten silicon (4)    Oxidizing agent (5)    Slag (6)    Vacuum pump (15)
NOVELTY - Producing high purity silicon involves migrating impurities in molten silicon to slag, by feeding an oxidizing agent to the molten silicon, together with the slag. The oxidizing agent comprises alkali metal carbonate, hydrate of alkali metal carbonate, alkali metal hydroxide, alkaline-earth metal carbonate, hydrate of alkaline-earth metal carbonate and/or alkaline-earth metal hydroxide. The oxidizing agent directly contacts the molten silicon.    USE - For producing high purity silicon useful in a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon production method reduces boron concentration of silicon to less than or equal to0.3 mass ppm, without using expensive equipment such as plasma device or gas-blowing device. The silicon obtained by the method is of a purity that is useful in solar batteries. The method used in combination with conventional unidirectional solidification processes or conventional vacuum melting processes, can supply silicon as a raw material for the solar battery with high quality and low cost. As the oxidizing agent is added together with the slag, boron in the molten silicon can be easily oxidized and migrated to the slag. The high-purity silicon production method is superior to simple slag purification method, gas oxidation method, oxidizing agent blowing method and complex slag purification method useful for producing high purity silicon.
NOVELTY - Producing high purity silicon involves migrating impurities in silicon to slag, by performing a first slag purification of a first silicon followed by separating the slag from the first silicon, and feeding the separated slag to a second molten silicon in a second slag purification of the second silicon, where purity of the second silicon prior to purification is lower than purity of the first silicon after purification. The second molten silicon is fed with an oxidizing agent.    USE - For producing high purity silicon useful in a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method for producing high purity silicon, reduces the total amount of slag used for slag purification of silicon, without increasing the number of slag purifications by reusing slag which has been used once for a slag purification, to provide high purity silicon containing 0.1 mass ppm of boron. In the method the slag, which has already been used once, can be reused with high efficiency by utilizing high partition rate of boron. The high partition rate of boron of 7-11, is obtained when the oxidizing agent e.g. sodium carbonate is fed with the slag into the molten silicon. Supplying of oxidizing agent each time the slag is reused, repeatedly revitalizes the slag. Since the slag is always fed to silicon of which purity is lower than that of previously purified silicon, the higher purity silicon included in the reused slag does not create a problem in terms of purity for use in solar battery. The method in combination with conventional unidirectional solidification process or a conventional vacuum melting process, can supply silicon as a raw material for a solar battery with high quality and low cost.
NOVELTY - The actuation plate is placed on a transverse channel (21) in a running track (2) in which generator is enclosed. A rack (3) is vertically moved along the actuation plate (6) which actuates generator, based on the press and deformation implied by wheels (7). An unidirectionally rotating pinion (8) mounted on a drive shaft (81) is actuated by the rack. The drive shaft is connected to an electrical generator (4).    USE - For power generating device installed in roads for generating electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the power generation device.    running track (2)    rack (3)    electrical generator (4)    actuation plate (6)    wheels (7)    rotating pinion (8)    transverse channel (21)    drive shaft (81)
NOVELTY - The device has a billow/accordion (C) attached on a top of the device, and a firm and immobile holding structure attached on an opposite side of the billow. A supporting structure (A) has a function of limiting movement of the billow and a floating device within certain parameters to vertical movement with limited horizontal movement. The billow is placed between moving up/down of the floating device against the immobile structure, where the device harvests energy from tides and waves.    USE - Used for capturing energy from rise and fall of a tide and wave of an ocean.    ADVANTAGE - The construction of the device provides enough space necessary for the floating devise and the billow to move freely in the highest predictable tide/highest waves, and allows the device to be taken away before the storm to a shelter and repositioning the device in place by means of pillars that is telescoped in and out of pylons during severe weather condition. The construction of the device reduces the strength for lateral movements and eliminates a need to harvest the horizontal forces so that the lateral movements are more confined. The structure and the floating device of the energy capturing device provides better efficiency. The device easily generates and harvests energy that is efficient, clean, abundant, nature friendly and inexpensive. The construction of the device allows easy maintenance, replacement and repair of the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows basic components of an energy capturing device.    Supporting structure (A)    Floating platform (B)    Billow/accordion(I) Inlet valve (C)    Outlet valve (J)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a container containing a liquid heated to a sufficient degree to produce a vapor. The container includes a passage way through which the vapor is transported. An electron collecting structure is operatively associated with the container to collect electrons produced by the cooling of the vapor. The structure changes the vapor back to a liquid phase during transport of the vapor in the passageway. An electron supply structure includes an electron feeding electrode (18) and antenna (20) that receives ambient electrical energy.    USE - Used for generating electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus condenses the vapor back to a liquid in a closed system, thus effectively generating electricity on a large scale.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an electrical energy generating apparatus.    Container (10)    Passageway (12)    Liquid (14)    Insulating material (16)    Electron feeding electrode (18)    Antenna (20)
NOVELTY - A charging apparatus using thermoelectric elements is provided to enhance user convenience by charging electronic devices by using body heat of users.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A thermoelectric member (19) generates a current by using a temperature difference between the inside and the outside of an electronic device, which includes a charging apparatus. A rectifying member (10) charges the electronic device by using the current, which is generated at the thermoelectric member. A controller (12) detects a charging voltage of the charging apparatus. When the charging voltage does not reach a predetermined value, the controller controls the rectifying member to charge the device by using the current generated at the thermoelectric member. When the charging voltage reaches the predetermined value, the controller controls the rectifying member to charge the device by using the current which is delivered to the charging apparatus from the thermoelectric member.
NOVELTY - A wireless remote system for the multiple control and monitoring of alternative energy is provided to control and monitor generation systems according to various alternative energy sources and to transmit and receive signals by wireless.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A generation characteristic according to an alternative energy source is designated and output according to each port in a generation system (100), and a channel is set up in the generation system. A switching I/O module unit (200) connects to the generation system, and selects a linking type or independent type power supply scheme by the generation system. A monitoring I/O module unit (300) receives the generation characteristic of the generation system and a switching I/O state by the switching I/O module unit, detects a switching I/O state signal and a generation characteristic, and transmits the switching I/O state signal and the generation characteristic by an RF (Radio Frequency). A receiving I/O module unit (400) converts the signal received from the monitoring I/O module unit into a digital signal, and transmits the digital signal by the RF. A signal processing unit (500) stores the digital signal transmitted from the receiving I/O module unit, and outputs the stored digital signal. A host computer (600) displays the digital signal output from the signal processing unit according to a channel switching signal, a switching I/O signal and a port designation signal, and controls and monitors the generation characteristic of the generation system and the switching I/O state.
NOVELTY - A light emitting sign board using solar energy is provided to reduce power consumption by using a solar energy collection plate for turning on/off a lamp or an electro-luminescent device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar energy collection plate (10) is covered with a transparent cover (11) including glass, iron oxide, and superconducting material in order to increase strength and heat conductivity effect. A capacitor includes a thermoelectric element and a silver cell in order to convert the heat of the solar energy collection plate (10) to electricity and store the converted electricity. A lamp (30) is installed inside the transparent cover (11) and is turned on/off by the electricity stored in the capacitor. An on/off switch includes a light intensity sensor for controlling on/off operations of the lamp (30) according to the intensity of the sunlight.
NOVELTY - The protection sheet (1,2) has a layer consisting of polycarbonate resin with hydroxyl value of 30-100 equivalent/t and number average molecular weight of 9000-18000, and/or layer consisting of cyclic olefin (co)polymer.    USE - As surface protection sheet of solar cell module (claimed) used for house interior, and auxiliary power supply of motor vehicle battery and portable power supply for outdoor use, such as camp.    ADVANTAGE - The protection sheet has excellent damp-proofing, weather resistance, productivity and impact strength. The solar cell module produced using the protection sheet, has excellent weather resistance, impact strength and extended life.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of structure of solar cell module.    Protection sheet (1,2)    Sealing resin layers (3,4)    Photovoltaic cell (5)
NOVELTY - The panel has a pair of grooves (15a,15b) provided at vicinity of two edges (1a,1b) of a substrate (1) while the other edges (1c,1d) are not provided with grooves. The grooves are extended from a electric power generation cell along the edges without grooves to the surface of substrate such that the ends of the substrate is not reached.    USE - For thin film silicon type solar cell panel, tandem-type solar cell panel, stacked amorphous silicon type solar cell panel, fine crystal silicon-type solar cell panel, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell panel is obtained without reduction in reliability of solar cell module for a long period and the surrounding area of solar cell are polished appropriately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top elevation of the solar cell panel.    Substrate (1)    Edges with grooves (1a,1b)    Edges without grooves (1c,1d)    Surrounding area (14)    Grooves (15a,15b)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric material (20) of a polycrystal comprises several oxide compounds (2-4) of different elements. The element comprising each compound has common thing or is same. The thermoelectric material comprises microparticles oriented in fixed direction.    USE - For converting heat energy into electric power in electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric characteristic is improved by controlling a crystalline structure having smaller heat conductivity and specific resistance. The heat conductivity of orientation thermoelectric material is decreased and thermoelectric conversion efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the model of partial thermoelectric material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    compounds (2-4)    thermoelectric material (20)
NOVELTY - The system has waterwheel power generators (13) provided at die-cooling line that circulates die-cooling water between water-storage tank (5) and die-cooling pipe (2). The waterwheel power generators convert the energy of die-cooling water into electrical energy.    USE - For use in injection-molding facility.    ADVANTAGE - The running cost of molding facility is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual diagram of electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    die-cooling pipe (2)    water-storage tank (5)    main water supply line (6a)    channel tubes (12)    waterwheel power generators (13)
NOVELTY - The filler contains a nucleating agent dispersed in resin. The resin comprises silane-modified resin formed using ethylenic unsaturated silane compound and polyethylene.    USE - For solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The cloudiness of resin in the filler by hot-spot phenomenon is suppressed effectively. The solar cell module formed using the filler, has improved workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell module (T); and    (2) manufacture of filler.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the solar cell module.    Solar cell element (1)    Wiring electrode (2)    Electrode (3)    Front-side filler layer (4a)    Back-side filler layer (4b)    Solar cell module (T)
NOVELTY - The method involves preliminarily fixing an adhesive resin (2) on power generation layers of a solar cell. The cell is divided into solar cell submodules, and a connection is established between lead-out electrodes of the cell submodules. Another adhesive resin (5) is provided on a surface opposite to the power generation layers of the cell submodules. The two adhesive resins (2, 5) on the power generation layers are allowed to melt and adhere to a protective component or a support component.    USE - Used for manufacturing a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive resin is provided on the surface opposite to the power generation layers of the cell submodules, thus decreasing the usage of materials and work required by production and reducing the manufacturing costs, while preventing a poor adhesion of the connection components and the surface material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a lamination structure of a solar cell module.    Solar cell submodules (1)    Adhesive resins (2, 5)    Surface material (3)    Connection units (4)    Adhesive resin sheet (200)
NOVELTY - The circuit has thin layer modules, where negative supply of a photovoltaic generator is raised to a value of fifty volts. A bias voltage source in the circuit comprises current monitoring unit for detecting earth faults.    USE - Used for a photovoltaic generator that is utilized for converting light energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The negative supply of photovoltaic generator is raised to the value of fifty volts, thus preventing damages to the generator due to electrochemical process, and hence increasing life span of the photovoltaic generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a solar module. `(Drawing contains non-English language text)`
NOVELTY - The assembly has a cooling unit (10) including a contact bridge (13), and a cooling material that contacts a heat-side of the cooling unit. A cooling fan is connected with the contact bridge. The cooling unit converts the heat energy of the cooling material into current energy, which is supplied to the cooling fan via the contact bridge. The fan is arranged on a heat sink that is connected to the cooling unit.    USE - Used for electronic components.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly is designed such that the current energy is produced for supplying the cooling fan without forming any short circuits because of the remaining charges that are produced due the waste heat, thus enabling cooling of the electronic components, and hence avoiding the damage of the components by the waste heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a cooling unit.    Cooling unit (10)    p-type semiconductor (11)    n-type semiconductor (12)    Contact bridge (13)    Substrate (14)
NOVELTY - An electric generation system for increasing the output power of ordinary solar photovoltaic cell by use of light hopper method to increase the gathered light from one reflection by several times is composed of multiple electric generation units. Each electric generation unit consists of the light hopper made of reflector, photovolaic cell, laminated plastic film, metallic circuit board and heat radiator.
NOVELTY - An ocean wave electricity generating set comprises a base, a main vertical shaft, a hollow floating ship and electricity generation chamber. The main shaft is fixed to the ocean bed through the base.The floating ship shaped in half ball has a hole in center to allow the shaft getting through. Guide rollers are installed around the top and bottom of the hole to guide the ship floating along the shaft. The electricity generation chamber is fixed on the shipboard. The gear and holder guide rollers in the chamber are linked to the rack and roller rails on the shaft separately. With the wave moving the floating ship up and down, the gear and rack will power the engine to generate electricity.
NOVELTY - The heat engine is related to Beta-Alless thanSUBgreater than 2less than/SUBgreater thanOless thanSUBgreater than 3less than/SUBgreater than as solid electrolyte, and alkali metals as working medium. Film of the said solid electrolyte partitions metal closed container, which isfilled by alkali metals, into two parts: pressure and temperature parts. Working medium of alkali metals is heated by heat source. Being driven by chemical potential gradient, working medium of alkali metals is ionized so as to generate potential difference. Circulation of alkali metals as working medium realizes uninterrupted thermoelectric conversion to provide stable output of electric power.The heat engine possesses features of no moving part, long service life, no noise, small pollution, and free from maintenance. Advantages are: reduced thickness caused by tabulate bipolar structure, and electrolyte prepared through thin film technique, raised energy conversion efficiency and power density, small volume and light weight.
NOVELTY - The solar encapsulant (4,12) comprises of a polymeric encapsulating material, Cyasorb UV-1164(RTM: dimethylphenyl, triazin, octyloxyl-phenol with melting point between 88 to 91 degrees Celsius) UV absorber, and a hindered amine light stabilizer. The UV absorber presents an amount ranging from between 0.2 wt. % to about 1.0 wt. %. The light stabilizer presents an amount ranging from about 0.3 wt. % to about 0.6 wt. %. The solar encapsulant also includes an anti-oxidant and a metal deactivator.    USE - For encapsulating photovoltaic cells in modules.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a new solar cell encapsulating material that has improved photothermal and photochemical stability, and includes UV absorber to provide improved resistance to discoloration and deterioration under the influence of UV radiation. Includes hindered amine light stabilizer that exhibits enhanced stability against moisture and thermal decomposition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the photovoltaic module using the solar encapsulant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view schematically showing the components of a conventional form of a solar cell module which is modified to incorporate the solar encapsulant.    Solar encapsulant (4,12)    crystalline solar cells (6)    Porous scrim sheet (10)    Protection back panel or backskin (14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus includes a co-rotating eccentric part (16) provided to a turbine shaft (10) and surrounded by a freely rotatable eccentric bearing (18), in which the eccentric bearing forms the driving part of a fluid pump. The fluid pump includes pump cylinders (22) and valves.    USE - For wave power device deployed at open seat to generate electricity from energy of wave.    ADVANTAGE - Improves operating reliability and durability of wind power device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the wind power device.    Turbine (4)    Turbine shaft (10)    Co-rotating eccentric part (16)    Rotatable eccentric bearing (18)    Pump cylinders (22)
NOVELTY - The device has an electric power generating module (20) rotatably connected to an air ventilation device (10) that includes a shaft with a top cap and a bottom cap. A control module is connected to the electric power generating module to monitor electric power generated from the electric power generating module. The generating module has a rotor connected to the bottom cap of the shaft.    USE - Used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The rotor of the electric power generating module is connected to the bottom cap of the shaft of the turbine, so that when the air ventilation device rotates, the rotor rotates and generates the electric power irrespective of the geographic conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a combination of an air ventilation device and an electric power generating module.    Air ventilation device (10)    Electric power generating module (20)    Turbine (110)    Blades (1120)    Top and bottom caps (1130, 1140)
NOVELTY - The backpack has shoulder straps attached to a frame, and a load storage bag for accepting a load (30) to be carried by the backpack. Electroactive polymer (EAP) straps (210) connect the load storage bag to the frame, where each EAP has a modulus of elasticity that permits the load storage bag and the load to move up and down relative to the frame in accordance with a gait of a wearer of the backpack.    USE - Used in generation of electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electroactive polymer straps connect the load storage bag to the frame, where each EAP has the modulus of elasticity that permits the bag and the load to move up and down relative to the frame in accordance with the gait of the wearer of the backpack, thus preventing a patient from losing his or her balance as the load moves up and down along the backpack frame, and hence reducing forces on wearer`s shoulders while walking or running, thereby reducing likelihood of orthopedic injury.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A DC servo motor is mounted to the frame and is responsive to gears so as to turn gears within the DC servo motor. The turning of the gears within the DC servo motor results in the generation of electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a suspended-load backpack in which a motor is replaced by a unidirectional generator including a cylinder with turbine-driven generators on top and bottom for use in generating electrical energy.    Load (30)    shoulder straps (80)    Electroactive polymer (EAP) straps (210)    Electrodes (220)    Power control circuitry (240)
NOVELTY - The method involves guiding liquid over a sloping down portion (11) towards an outlet (10) of a liquid reservoir (9) to flow liquid to a turbine (12) and to collect liquid in a liquid reservoir (13). The liquid at the lower level in the liquid reservoir (13) is pumped to a topmost liquid reservoir (2) by the operation of a pump (19), which is driven by the turbine (12), so as to maintain the level of liquid in the topmost liquid reservoir.    USE - For generating ecologically sound energy used in e.g. water power stations.    ADVANTAGE - Minimize losses due to splashing or evaporation of water. Can be easily installed to the building without causing unpleasant effects to the environment and nature. Simplifies operability of the device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an energy generating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of an energy generating device.    Topmost liquid reservoir (2)    Liquid reservoir (9)    Outlet (10)    Sloping down portion (11)    Turbine (12)    Liquid reservoir (13)    Pump (19)
NOVELTY - The block heat power plant comprises a fuel motor (1) coupled with a hydraulic pump (2) and an additional shaft output (3). The shaft output may be coupled, via a coupling (4), with a generator (8). There is a hydraulic motor (12) that may be coupled with the generator via a coupling (11). A fluid may be pumped from the pump via the hydraulic motor over a heat exchanger (9) and back to the hydraulic pump.    USE - The block heat power plant is used with engines that may be gas, diesel, biodiesel or natural gas.    ADVANTAGE - The block heat power plant utilises energy better and has a better operating angle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Schematic of the block heat power plant and the flow of how it operates.    Fuel motor (1)    Hydraulic pump (2)    Shaft output (3)    Couplings (4, 11)    Generator (8)    Heat exchanger (9)    Hydraulic motor (12)
NOVELTY - The combination power station uses a mechanical power source such as wind, solar, water or Diesel power with a rape oil fuel. The output is passed through a transmission and a centrifugal converter and to a generator to produce current. The drive uses a wedge action belt transmission with a centrifugal governor using weighted spheres on the ends of arms. The provides optimum rotation with reduced vibration.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Allows reduced greenhouse gas emissions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows power generator. (Drawing contains non-English text.)
NOVELTY - A tidal and wind power generation method is provided to maximize absorption of flow energy by arranging a water wheel for absorbing tidal power and a wind wheel for absorbing wind power on a float.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A water wheel(M) and a wind wheel(N) are mounted on a float(S) so that the water wheel absorbs flow energy of atmosphere and tide and the water wheel absorbs wind power. The water wheel and the wind wheel compress air and store compressed air into a storage container(A). The compressed air is converted into expansion energy for operating a generator(G) which produces electrical energy for decomposing water.
NOVELTY - A power generation method is provided to generate power at a low temperature by using solar heat, ground heat or other thermal energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A water wheel(4) and a boiler(1) are arranged at a lower position and connected through a pipeline, and a pressure control blower(2) and a condenser(3) for condensing steam of a working fluid are arranged at a higher position and connected through a duct. The steam generated by heating a working fluid through the use of the boiler is condensed at the condenser, and the velocity energy generated during rise of the steam is converted into a potential energy. The water wheel is driven by the pressure of the working fluid corresponding to the height ranging from the condenser to the water wheel, and a generator(5) connected to the water wheel generates electrical energy.
NOVELTY - A waste gasifying integrated generation system is provided to use waste as a source for power generation, and reduce an environmental contamination by using a high temperature plasma.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A waste gasifying integrated generation system comprises a high temperature plasma gasifier (12), a cooler and purifier (13), a gas turbine (14), a first generator (15) and a second generator (18). The high temperature plasma gasifier vitrifies an inorganic matter and gasifies an organic matter to generate synthetic gas of carbon monoxide and hydrogen, by applying heat having a temperature of 2000 to 7000 degrees C to a waste (11). The cooler and purifier cools and purifies the high temperature synthetic gas produced from the gasifier. The gas turbine operates by using the cooled and purified synthetic gas as a fuel. The first generator is arranged to generate electrical energy by the operation of the gas turbine. The second generator is arranged to generate electrical energy by the operation of a heat recovery steam generator (16) and a steam turbine (17) for generating steam by using the waste heat of the gas turbine.
NOVELTY - The solid matter charging device for a fermenter of a biogas plant has a control unit for the operation of a biomass dosing device for dosing solid matter depending upon predetermined dosing parameters. The biomass dosing device has a feed unit (5) operated by the control unit (4), whereby for forming a biomass store a number of compressed biomass solid matter balls (7) of a predetermined weight are located on the feed unit which correspond to the biomass solid matter volume supplied to the fermenter container (11) for a predetermined dosing time period.    USE - The solid matter charging device is for a fermenter of a biogas plant.    ADVANTAGE - The dosing of biomass solid matter into a fermenter container can be carried out automatically and in a simple and efficient manner with reduced costs for storage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for the operating of a biogas plant solid matter charging device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic arrangement of a biomass plant solid matter charging device on a fermenter of biomass plant..    control unit (4)    feed unit (5)    solid matter balls (7)    fermenter container (11)    crushing unit (9)
NOVELTY - The heat source generator has an energy storage unit and a heat source separated by a heat separation layer. The heat separation layer is made of plastic foam or reflection glass, and the energy storage unit is made of metal block and water or oil. The temperature difference with time is transferred into electric power.    USE - For single heat source generator for traffic and communication applications.    ADVANTAGE - The energy pollution or occurrence of energy crisis, are prevented is eliminated, and the security level and clearance of the heat source generator are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the structure of the heat source generator.
NOVELTY - A highly thermally stable working fluid is operable in a heat recovery system at -50degreesC to 350degreesC. The working fluid comprises at least one specific branched hydrocarbon.    USE - For heat recovery system, such as organic Rankine cycle power plant, and used in heat recovery of geothermal sources and heat source produced from solar energy (all claimed), and as heat transfer fluid in heat transfer cycles.    ADVANTAGE - The organic working fluid is operable under wide range of temperatures, is thermally stable, safe and eco-friendly, has high auto-ignition temperature, low freezing point and high critical temperature. The heat recovery in heat recovery system, and heat transfer in heat transfer cycle are efficiently enabled using the working fluid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A highly thermally stable working fluid is operable in a heat recovery system at -50degreesC to 350degreesC. The working fluid comprises at least one hydrocarbon of formula: CnH2n+2, where n is between 8 and 20, and hydrocarbon is substantially branched. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for waste heat recovery from power plant;    (2) usage of working fluid;    (3) organic Rankine cycle power plant; and    (4) apparatus for producing power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the organic Rankine cycle power plant.    Apparatus for producing power (10)    Intermediate fluid heater/vaporizer (12)    Intermediate fluid turbine (16)    Heat source (18)    Intermediate fluid vaporizer (22)
NOVELTY - The expander has a helical screw rotor with variable twists. The rotor is centered on an inlet port, where a hot water/brine is passed through the port. A condenser maintains vacuum in an exhaust, where the hot water/brine rapidly boils between the inlet port and the exhaust. The boiling water expands away from the port and cause the rotor to rotate to produce a mechanical power. A shaft seal is located in the exhaust.    USE - Used as an engine for power recovery from heat energy contained in hot water or brine particularly using solar heat or geothermal heat for electricity production.    ADVANTAGE - The helical screw rotor has the variable twist, thus increasing the recovery of the energy source. The boiling water expands away from the inlet port, thus eliminating thrust loads and the need for thrust bearings. The shaft seal located in the exhaust prevents air entry.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a rotor.
NOVELTY - The difference of the thermal expansion amount of a frame (8) and a thermoelectric element (2) in a service temperature is below the thickness of a joining layer (6). A metal layer connects between the thermoelectric elements electrically through the joining layer. The frame interrupts the thermoelectric element from the external air.    USE - Used for e.g. electric power generating apparatus, cooling device.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures long term stability of the thermoelectric conversion module since generation of tear of the interruption seal by repeated stress is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an electric power generating apparatus;    (2) and a cooling device    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the thermoelectric conversion module.    Thermoelectric element (2)    Lead wire (5)    Joining layer (6)    Thermoelectric (7)    Frame (8)
NOVELTY - Heat is generated by a heat generating body (2) using partial electric power generated by a thermoelectric conversion module (1) through the temperature difference between the high temperature side (3) and the cooled low temperature side (4). The generated heat by the heat generating body then heats the high temperature side of the thermoelectric conversion module such that the temperature difference is maintained between the high and low temperature sides and continuous electric power generation is enabled.    USE - Self-scrolling type electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Enables autonomous generation of heat and electric power without requiring regular outside heat source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a sectional view of the self-scrolling type electric power generating apparatus.    Thermoelectric conversion module (1)    Heat generating body (2)    High temperature side (3)    Low temperature side (4)    Cooling medium (5)
NOVELTY - Most of outermost surface of oval shaped earth contains water-expanse extending from North to South Pole of the earth. This water expanse forms an oval shaped salt water shell around the earth. The sea level of sea-water therefore, keeps on decreasing gradually towards N-pole in northern hemisphere and towards S-pole in southern hemisphere at the rate of 2m per k. this principle is used to obtain continuous stream of water by means of a simple but quite long pipe. A trench about 60-70m deep and 150-200m wide is dug near seashore. A pipe of suitable diameter from the bottom of the trench is introduced in to sea to draw water at a quite considerable depth. Water filter cap and required valves are provided across the pipe. The stream of water thus obtained is allowed into a turbine to strike the blades of a disc coupled with the shaft of a generator. Thus length of this pipe is L=(2Rh)^1^/^2+(2RH)^1^/^2(1-cos h). A pipe of suitable diameter is laid along a straight horizontal line extending from south to north direction in northern hemisphere of the earth, such that its end situated in south is dipped in sea to a small depth (about 4-6m). Its other end is taken towards north such that it opens at a distant point at a height (H) above sea level at that place. The length of this pipe=(2Rh)^1^/^2+(2RH)^1^/^2, where R is radius of earth. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a pulse width modulation (PWM) microprocessor (13) that actuates a flow control valve (12) to determine the flow of gas or vapor from a pressurized gas or vapor reservoir (11) to a positive displacement gas or vapor expander (10). The flow control valve is a fast-acting valve arranged between the reservoir and expander. The PWM microprocessor delivers a predetermined volume of pressurized gas or vapor to the expander for each operational cycle.    USE - For improved operation of positive displacement expanders for driving an electrical generator adapted to supply back-up electrical power during utility power failure.    ADVANTAGE - Enables utilization of the work potential of high-pressure gases and vapors in relatively low-pressure expansion devices and produces increased isentropic efficiency when expanding gases of vapors having higher-pressure ratio than that of the expander. Ensures increased dynamic responses of expansion device by replacing the function of regulators and control valves which are conventionally utilized to control the torque or speed or power output of the expansion device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the operation method of positive displacement expanders.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the operation apparatus.    Expander (10)    Reservoir (11)    Flow control valve (12)    PWM microprocessor (13)    Load (16)
NOVELTY - An ocean water electric field consists of water storage reservoir, water intake control area, horizontal water turbine set, drainage control area, drainage reservoir, electric gate assembly, speed change(boosting) mechanism, and water flow control operation station. According to the different period of tide, repeatedly opening/closing gate assembly, letting sea water flushing turbine and stored in drainage reservoir, or flushing turbine from storage reservoir and draining water from drainage reservoir to ocean for uninterrupted flushing turbine to generate electricity.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has flotation device (4) affixed to rotational devices and submerged into heavy fluid encased in chamber (5), which does not interfere with normal operation of the rotational device. The gravity induced friction on bearings is reduced.    USE - For rotary devices such as electric generator, motor, turbines and pumps for hydroelectric power plants and in ocean energy projects.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency and stability of the device are increased. The vibration is reduced and the life cycle of the moving components are increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the horizontally mounted electric generator.    center shaft (2)    flotation device (4)    flotation chamber (5)    rotor (6)    rotational energy connecting element (9)
NOVELTY - A parallel wave power generator is provided to continuously generate clean energy without restrictions of space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A weight(2) which is arranged across a center axis of a power box(1), is lowered in a vertical direction, and a first string(14) is drawn upward and a first ring(5) rotates by the force generated from the weight, to thereby rotate a rotary shaft(12) of a generator and generate electrical energy. A string(15) is re-wound, and a controller(10) rotates a ring(6) by a motor(19) such that the ring is drawn by a fourth string(17). A first balancing weight(3) gets far off from a center shaft(7) such that the position energy in the upper portion of the center shaft increases and a balancing weight(4) gets closer to the center shaft such that the position energy in the lower portion of the center shaft decreases.
NOVELTY - A tidal tank power system is provided to achieve improved efficiency of power generation by maximizing difference of water levels through a pump.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A tidal tank power system(1) comprises a water tank(10), a pump(20), a first valve(30), a water turbine generator(40), and a second valve(50). The water tank has, at a top surface thereof, an air inlet/outlet port(11), and is fixed at the ocean floor. The pump is attached to a lower end of a side wall of the water tank so that the pump supplies/drains seawater to/from the water tank. The first valve is attached to the lower end of the side wall of the water tank so that the first valve controls inflow/outflow of the seawater. The water turbine generator is attached to a center of a bottom surface of the water tank. The second valve is arranged at a lower end of the water turbine generator so that the second valve controls inflow/outflow of the seawater.
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric generator has a catalyst provided on a thermo-element. The catalyst catalyses an oxidation reaction.    USE - For producing electric power used for driving portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures efficient conversion of heat energy to electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the end view of the thermoelectric generator.
NOVELTY - The pipe has a tubular portion and at least one plate material installed on the peripheral surface of the tubular portion. The plate material is covered with thermoelectric conversion material and arranged at right angle with respect to the longitudinal direction of the tubular portion.    USE - Used in thermoelectric generation.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures effective usage of energy contained in waste heat for electric power generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) thermoelectric generation using the pipe with thermoelectric generation function;    (2) cogeneration system using the pipe; and    (3) movement unit in which the pipe is installed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the pipe with installed plate materials. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A compressor (2), a condenser (3), an expansion valve (4) and an evaporator (5) are provided in a coolant circuit (1). Heat from a prime mover (10) which drives the compressor is collected by a waste-heat-recovery device (20). Combustion exhaust gas ejected from the waste-heat-recovery device is supplied as a heat source of the evaporator.    USE - Compression-type heat pump system.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses reduction of coefficient of performance which accompanies a reduction of heat-source temperature of an evaporator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an outline block diagram of the compression-type heat pump system.    Coolant circuit (1)    Compressor (2)    Condenser (3)    Expansion valve (4)    Evaporator (5)    Prime mover (10)    Waste-heat-recovery device (20)
NOVELTY - The electric-power-generation operation apparatus has a frame (3) integrated inside a framework (2) set to a base (1). Rotational energy of the frame by continuous seesaw movement is utilized for electric power generation.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Provides inexpensive apparatus which can generate electric power safely without badly affecting the environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the electric-power-generation operation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Base (1)    Framework (2)    Frame (3)    Control apparatus (7)
NOVELTY - A floating body (2) is moved up or down according to waviness on a sea surface with a buoyancy body provided with a bearing for inserting the rotary shaft (3a) of a heavy lump part (3). An electric-power-generation mechanism converts the inversion movement produced in the rotary shaft inserted by the bearing into a normal-rotation movement according to a one-way clutch or a ratchet mechanism, and generates electric power.    USE - For generating electric power using wave energy of sea surface.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power can be generated efficiently and stably for 24 hours using large sized electric power generating apparatus which can be manufactured inexpensively and can be easily installed in sea area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an outline block diagram of the sea wave electric power generating apparatus.    Floating body (2)    Heavy lump part (3)    Rotary shaft (3a)    Anchor (4a)    Wire rope (4b)
NOVELTY - A vibration generator (10) vibrates in response to reception of fluid flow, and a vibrating body (11) vibrates and bends by receiving the vibration from the vibration generator. The distortion energy generated by vibration of the vibrating body is converted into an electrical energy by a piezoelectric transducer (12a,12b).    USE - For generating electric power using fluid flow, such as wind and water flow.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power can be generated with simple structure with respect to broad flow velocity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view showing the electric power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Vibration generator (10)    Vibrating body (11)    Transducer (12a,12b)    Direction determination material (20)    Turntable (21)
NOVELTY - The device (1) includes an electric circuit which removes electricity from an electric-power generator and installed with a light emitting diode. The electric-power generator generates electric power by vibration of an incident wind blade (10).    USE - Used as electrical decoration of e.g. park, public building, and street.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces consumption of electric power. Ensures efficient electric power generation. Simple structure. Ensures sufficient illuminating structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front outline structure of the wind-powered electricity generating light-emitting device.    Wind-powered electricity generating light emitting device (1)    Incident wind blade (10)    piezoelectric boards (11a,11b)    Holding member (12)
NOVELTY - An expansion machine (3,4) is connected to both ends of the drive shaft (9) of a generator (8). A first chamber (12) accommodates an expander and receives an operation medium evaporated by a heat source while a second chamber (13) is connected to another expander that makes the operation medium expanded such that the first chamber and a third chamber (14) are interrupted. The second chamber and the third chamber are connected. The third chamber accommodates the generator.    USE - Electric power generating apparatus which uses various heat sources, e.g. solar, and geothermal. The apparatus uses a Rankine cycle.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents vibration that causes noise during drive of electric power generating apparatus. Reduces size of expansion machine and entire apparatus. Ensures efficient cooling of generator to prevent overheating. Improves durability and reliability of electric power generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline apparatus systematic diagram of an electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing contains non-English language text).    Expansion machine (3,4)    Generator (8)    Drive shaft (9)    First chamber (12)    Second chamber (13)    Third chamber (14)
NOVELTY - The device has a magnetic dipole module (11) including a set of single-domain magnetic particles disposed in a matrix. A laser irradiates the magnetic dipole module. An electrical coil (13) encloses a portion of the magnetic dipole module. A set of transparent annular disks stacked with a set of softmagnetic disks is coated with ferromagnetic nanocrystals that are embedded in the matrix.    USE - Used for converting radiation energy into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the device directly and efficiently converts a portion of the radiation energy into the electrical current that is provided to an external electrical load.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an energy conversion system.    Magnetic dipole module (11)    Electrical coil (13)    Ferromagnetic nanocrystals (23)    Matrix (25)    Module aggregate magnetic field (29)
NOVELTY - The device has floats (1, 2) attached to a central body by tubes (4, 5), where a blocking click (8) permits the float (1) to freely rotate around its axis. A blocking click (12) permits the float (2) to transmit a force under the form of a torque to a pinion (7). Base units are connected by a flexible metallic cable in order to collect the sum of energy delivered by each base unit at two ends of the cable.    USE - Used with an electricity generator, a pump or a propeller, for collecting wave energy (claimed) in a sea or ocean to produce renewable and non-polluting energy.    ADVANTAGE - The device can be coupled to an electricity generator to produce electricity at low cost. The device can be coupled to the pump for pumping cold water from sea beds to air conditioned housings in hot countries and to fill an artificial dam. The device can be coupled to a propeller to permit sea transport at low cost and in an independent manner. The device can collect energy from waves of low amplitudes to high amplitudes i.e. from 10 centimeters to several meters. The device can be installed at any place in the sea or ocean. The device can supply energy to marine buoys serving as a lighted beacon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a base unit.    Floats (1, 2)    Tubes (4, 5)    Pinion (7)    Blocking clicks (8, 12)
NOVELTY - The device has photovoltaic cells including a front photoelectric conversion layer (8) composed of an amorphous semiconductor and a bottom photoelectric conversion layer (5) composed of intrinsic semiconductor. Concentration of impurities in the bottom photoelectric conversion layer is higher than the concentration of impurities in the front photoelectric conversion layer, where a formation condition of the layers is adjusted.    USE - Stacked photovoltaic device.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of impurities in the bottom photoelectric conversion layer is higher than the concentration of impurities in the front photoelectric conversion layer, thus balancing light degradation of photovoltaic cells by light irradiation, and hence restraining deterioration of output characteristics of the device by long-term use so that the long-term power generation is improved in the device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a stacked photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a stacked photovoltaic device.    Back metal electrode (3)    Bottom photoelectric conversion layer (5)    Front photoelectric conversion layer (8)    Transparent front electrode (10)    Supporting substrate (100)
NOVELTY - The device uses natural phenomenon such as lightning and air charging targeted for destruction and power generation. Carbon fiber dust plus expander is used to set a path from thundercloud and/or air discharge to the target object, in order to cause a short circuit and thereby arrange a lightning strike. The path can result from dispersing of carbon fiber dust and expander, or by throwing a missile with different particle size over the target object.    USE - Multipurpose device for use in destruction and power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The impact will not be considered as an attack or combat operation, as there is no difference between a real lightning strike and an artificial one. The success of the device does not depend on whether the target object is protected by a lightning arrester or not, as the lightning arrester is bypassed by the path of carbon fiber dust and expander, which offers a larger attack surface. The power generation does not produce any waste, but rather contributes to the environmental rehabilitation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sketch of the path of carbon fiber dust plus expander.
NOVELTY - Disclosed a girder-like solar energy battery array which can spread via aeration relates to a solar battery array used in the spacecraft. The invention can solve the problems of traditional folding solar battery array which uses the mechanical rigid structure, with complex structure, worse folding reliability and lower folding efficiency; and the problems of large-scale flat frame folding structure as the reduction of structural rigidity and basic frequency with the increase of size. Wherein, the girder (3) is formed by the connection between a group of girder units, while the same planes of each girder unit have basic plates to be fixed via the belt; the upper end surface of basic plate has a solar battery panel (2); the initial end of girder (3) is connected to the connection disc (8) of aeration end; one end of wire (6) is connected to the electric heating layer (3-6) of main supporting tube; one end of aeration tube (5) is inside the main supporting tube which has a control valve (7); and the tail end of girder (3) is connected to the connection disc (9).
NOVELTY - The system has a field replaceable generator unit (125) with a variable pitch fan blade and vane motor control unit (110), and velocity detection vane unit (115) located in a venturi concrete box unit (100). The current flows in and out of a venturi box at ends of another concrete box unit (120). The mechanical fly wheel assists a drive assembly during transition between flow direction.    USE - Integrated tidal and wave flow electrical power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the venturi box design mitigates slit and sand build-up, and also limits damage by flotsam. The system has the ability to be serviced as one field unit, and to provide a source of energy that is constantly available without the use or dependency on fossil fuels.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included a process for tidal and wave flow electrical power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a pictorial representation of a tidal and wave electrical power generation system.    Concrete box units (100, 120)    Generator (105)    Vane motor control unit (110)    Velocity detection vane unit (115)    Field replaceable generator unit (125)
NOVELTY - A vertical motion of the wave located on the water surface is imparted to the tool shaft (2,3) through the arm (1) to rotate the gearwheel (5).    USE - For generating power using vertical motion of the wave.    ADVANTAGE - Obtains high speed rotational speed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the power transmission.    Arm (1)    Tool shaft (2,3)    Gearwheel (5)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (1) consists of optoelectric-transducers (20) on predetermined layer formed on transparent insulated substrate (2). Multiple separation line regions (18) and connection line regions (16) extended in intersecting directions divide and connect the optoelectric transducers, respectively. Multiple integration strings are formed in each of the region facing across the separation line regions such that the strings are connected in parallel electrically.    USE - For solar cell installed at roof of house.    ADVANTAGE - The variation in photoelectric conversion transfer characteristics is eliminated and the optoelectric-transducers are interconnected easily and the solar cell performs photoelectric conversion efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of pattern shape of optoelectric transducer.    solar cell (1)    substrate (2)    connection line region (16)    separation line region (18)    optoelectric-transducer (20)    non-electric generation region (26)
NOVELTY - The frame has modules (2) placed adjacent to one another, where edge sections of the modules adjoin end faces running parallel to side structures in receiving grooves. Inserts (37) are provided for restricting an orthogonal displacement of the modules on their planes in relation to the structures. The inserts are introduced in the gaps between the end face of the respective module that lies in the groove and the base of the grove.    USE - Used for panel-type solar cell module or solar collector module (claimed), in a building.    ADVANTAGE - The inserts are introduced into the gaps between the end face of the respective module that lies in the groove and the base of the grove, hence the solar cell modules can be mounted in the frame in a simple manner without using screws. The frame has high rigidity and can take up emerging forces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a mechanism for the usage of solar energy from the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a section of a support frame for a solar cell module.    Side structures (1)    Modules (2)    Inserts (37)
NOVELTY - The cell has two plates (12, 14) separated by a dielectric material layer (16). The plate (12) is formed of a material such as gold, having a high atomic number. The plate (14) is formed of a material such as aluminum, having a low atomic number compared to the plate (12). An electrical potential is created between the plates, and the dielectric material layer is located between the plates.    USE - Used in a housing, chassis, cable, connector and cable harness of an electronic device, circuit board, chip surface and chip circuitry.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the cell exploits electrical characteristics of metals having different atomic numbers when exposed to a dosage of high energy photons such as x-rays or gamma rays, and hence protecting electrical components, circuits and instrumentation from damage, thereby providing the cell that exhibits a long life and is inexpensive, highly reliable, and sensitive. The cell operates in extreme environmental conditions, requires little or no maintenance and can be integrated in a wide variety of applications and structures.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of an energy cell.    Energy cell (10)    Plates (12, 14)    Dielectric material layer (16)    Brackets (18)    Lead (20)
NOVELTY - The device has a nanocomposite material (10) with nanowires (12), which are formed from highly efficient thermoelectric (TE) materials having a preset figure of merit (ZT). The nanowires are formed in a porous substrate (14) having a low thermal conductivity and an average pore diameter of 4-300 nm. The porous substrate exhibits excellent thermal shock resistance and a small thermal expansion coefficient.    USE - Used for converting thermal energy into electrical energy, and for cooling using electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The nanocomposite material has the nanowires, which are formed from highly efficient thermoelectric (TE) materials having a preset figure of merit (ZT), thus improving the energy conversion efficiency and cooling coefficient of performance (COP) of the thermoelectric (TE) device. The utilization of the nanocomposite material enables the device to withstand both high and low temperature applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The thermoelectric material is selected from Zn4Sb3, PbTe-based alloys, filled skutterudites, Si-Ge alloys, ZrNiSn-based half-Heusler alloys, clathrates, and their mixtures.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a thermoelectric nanocomposite material.    Nanocomposite material (10)    Nanowire (12)    Substrate (14)
NOVELTY - Silicon oxide film (7) contains micro particle material with large etching rate at the light incidence surface. The micro particle material is a zinc oxide with average particle diameter of less than 0.1 microns. The silicon oxide film has thickness of 0.01 to 6 micrometers. The silicon oxide film covers the finger electrode portion (6a) and bus bar electrode portion (6b) of a collector electrode (6).    USE - Photovoltaic apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies manufacture of the photovoltaic module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) a photovoltaic module;    (b) and a manufacturing method of photovoltaic module    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of the structure of the photovoltaic apparatus.    Collector electrode (6,11)    Finger electrode portion (6a)    Bus bar electrode portion (6b)    Silicon oxide film (7)
NOVELTY - Solar cell modules (10,20,30) are each having plus-pole and minus-pole terminal boxes (11,12) with wires (13a,13b,16,16b) joined to connecting terminals (14,15,17,18), respectively, wherein the connecting terminals of adjacent solar cell modules are joined to one another. Testers (100) confirm connection between the connecting terminals of one side end solar cell module and the other connecting terminals (35,38) of another side end solar cell module.    USE - For confirming wiring of solar-cell string.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures fast and reliable confirmation of parallel connection between solar cell modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar-cell string.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the wiring confirmation structure.    Solar cell modules (10,20,30)    Plus-pole and minus-pole terminal boxes (11,12)    Wires (13a,13b,16,16b)    Connecting terminals (14,15,17,18)    other connecting terminals (35,38)    Testers (100)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (100) is made from a translucent resin material, e.g. ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE), and has a curing sheet (8) arranged under a protection sheet (7). The curing sheet comprises polymethyl pentene resin with a thickness of 10 microns that does not attach an adhesion material. The curing sheet covers a portion of a light receiving surface and the whole surface of an electric power generation area of the solar cell module.    USE - Used for the production of electrical energy from solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - The accumulation of contamination on the surface of a solar cell module is prevented by eliminating adhesion material. Confirmation of the electrical property of the module is simplified due to the transparent or semitransparent curing sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) the production of a solar cell module; and    (B) the installation of a solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded isometric view of the solar cell module during production.    Silicon rubber sheet (5)    Protection sheet (7)    Curing sheet (8)    Pressurization frame (10)    Solar cell module (100)
NOVELTY - An electrostatic insulator (13a) calculates combination of generator side low voltage current and bus line side electric current, and a main change over switch (15a) performs display switching of the combination electric current. A rotary switch transmits switching information to main change over switch when patterns of the generator side bus line side synchronous state and cut off state are switched, and an ammeter displays the value of electric current transduced from main change over switch circuit.    USE - Fovr portable continuous power generation equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The appropriate synchronous tide is detected with phase rotation of a high voltage generator, without approaching secondary terminal of parallel crossing gate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrostatic type high voltage synchronous phase examination method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a profile of the electrostatic type high voltage synchronous phase examination apparatus.    generator output cable (11)    bus line cable (12)    electrostatic insulator (13a)    low voltage board circuit (14)    main change over switch (15a)
NOVELTY - A river water -powered generator has rotating rectangular sails parallel to an upright mast with an external shaft. The sail operation interacts with the poles (3, 4). The sail axis of rotation is transposed from the sail's axis of symmetry. Each sail (6) is sub-divided into individual segments (9). Each segment has its own axis of rotation (10) and shifts as it moves to or from the axis of symmetry.    USE - River water-powered generator.    ADVANTAGE - The generator is suitable for use in conjunction with slow-moving rivers or in tidal flow areas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the generator.    Generator (1)    mast (2)    lower pole (3)    upper pole (4)    shaft (5)    sail (6)    limiter (7)    frame (8)    segments (9)    axis of rotation (10)
NOVELTY - A static training device for muscle power and/or heart circulation development comprises a unit (1) producing kinetic and/or potential energy in operation, coupled to a device (2) that converts this energy into electrical or thermal energy. Preferably, the converter produces current and is connected to a voltage regulator.    USE - As a static training device, for muscle power and heart circulation development that converts the energy produced into electrical or thermal energy, and a fitness room that passes on useful electricity for room lighting and heating/cooling (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The energy expended is converted into useful electricity for the fitness room.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fitness room comprising training devices as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan of a fitness room, as above.    Training elements (1)    Converter (2)    Display (3)    Voltage regulator (4)    Control (6)
NOVELTY - This invention discloses ocean tide power generation equipment and method, which contains V-shape check dam, overtopped dam, water storage reservoir, drainage reservoir, water intake gate, drainage sluice and power generator set. When the ocean is on the tide, open intake gate, close sluice in ebb, use the water level difference to generate electricity. Said V-shape check dam can collect sea wateras the tide is small. Said invention has low cost and stable operation.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a wave energy power generation equipment. It mainly is formed from oscillation air chamber, neighborhood transition, non-return valve, pressure-stabilizing air chamberand turbine generator unit. Said invention also provides the working principle of said wave energy power generation equipment, and can greatly raise utilization rate of wave energy.
NOVELTY - High energy photon detector has a pair of plates (12, 14) to eject a quantity of electrons in response to impingement by high energy photons, respectively. An electrical potential is created between the plates by the respective quantities of electrons. A switch (20) receives an induced electromagnetic force charge from the plates to produce a signal indicative of the dosage of high energy photons applied to the plates.    USE - Used as power source for electronic components in aircraft, space-craft and medical devices.    ADVANTAGE - The switch produces the signal indicative of the dosage of high energy photons applied to the two plates, thus creating a passive source of electrical energy, which is inexpensive, reliable and sensitive, and hence providing a long life, ability to operate in extreme environmental conditions, and requiring little or no maintenance of the detector.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a source of electrical energy comprising an energy cell, and a microelectromechanical switch including contacts made of gold and aluminum.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an energy cell.    Energy cell (10)    Plates (12, 14)    Switch (20)    Load (22)    Lead (24)
NOVELTY - The cell has a compound semiconductor stacked body including an n-type compound semiconductor layer and a p-type compound semiconductor layer in contact with each other. The compound semiconductor stacked body includes two electrodes (6a, 8a) of different polarities, where a wiring unit (10) is electrically connected to the electrodes with a flat surface of a p-type Ge substrate placed on a stage.    USE - Used for an aerospace application.    ADVANTAGE - The wiring unit is electrically connected to the electrodes with the flat surface of the p-type Ge substrate placed on a stage, thus suppressing the damage or crack of the solar cell even when the solar cell is pressed by the electrode for welding at the time of connection of the wiring unit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a solar cell string.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-section view of a solar cell.    Compound semiconductor stacked body (5a)    Electrodes (6a, 8a)    Wiring unit (10)    Stage (21)    P-type Ge substrate (101)
NOVELTY - A waste carbonizing and energy utilizing system has a carbonizer, a gasifying fusion furnace and a power generation plant for utilizing heat energy. The carbonizer carbonizes waste to generate charcoal. The gasifying fusion furnace incinerates the charcoal. The heat generated by incineration of the charcoal is used for operation of the power generation plant. Exhaust heat from the power generation plant is recycled to the carbonizer. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A power generation apparatus for generation of electric power from the energy present in waves in an ocean, comprises (a) at least one central platform (Al) located offshore in the ocean; and a peripheral platform (A4) surrounding it and spaced from it; (b) spaced apart floats (L) located along the inner and outer sides of the peripheral platform and guided in respective guide channels (c) first horizontal shafts (U), each having a pinion (U1) at one end and a large diameter first gear (U2) provided at the other end, the first shafts being located on the top of the peripheral platform at the same spacing as the floats and aligned over them (d) a rack (L2) provided on top of each float, with its teeth engaging with respective pinions (U1); (e) a second horizontal shaft (X) extending parallel to each first shaft and provided with a second gear (Xl) of smaller diameter meshable with the first gear (U2) (f) a compressor (P) connected to a respective second shaft to produce fluid under pressure and connected by pipes to pressure vessels to which a turbine is connected; and (g) optionally storage tanks for storing the fluid released from the turbine, for reuse by the compressor; the pressure vessels, turbine and storage tanks being mounted on the central platform.
NOVELTY - Four chisell shaped shrouds (6) are arranged before and after a turbine in alternative manner. The vertical position of the shrouds are maintained by bearings (5) provided in the base of the turbine assembly (3,4). An hydraulic force to cause the shrouds to rotate inwards towards the turbine is created by the chisell shape of the shrouds.    USE - For bidirectional turbines e.g. wind driven turbines and seawater tidal driven turbines.    ADVANTAGE - The shrouding arrangement is provided in the turbine and so more power is extracted from the turbine and flow is encouraged in a preferential direction, increasing the efficiency of the turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the operation of the turbine.    base (1)    turbine assembly (3,4)    bearings (5)    shrouds (6)    outer stop (7)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor (1) is covered with a semiconductor layer (2) to form a spherical photovoltaic element. The elements are arranged into the recesses applied with conductive adhesive (51) in a support (15), such that the elements are fixed to the support and their semiconductor layers are electrically connected to the support. An electrical insulator layer (71) is bonded to the backside of the support. A conductor layer is formed on the insulator layer to interconnect the electrodes of respective elements that are exposed by through holes formed in the insulator layer.    USE - For manufacturing photovoltaic device used in solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic device is manufactured with high quality and high reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a longitudinal section of the photovoltaic device.    Semiconductor (1)    Semiconductor layer (2)    Exposed portion of semiconductor (14)    Support (15)    Conductive adhesive (51)    Electrode (62)    Conductive paste (63)    Metal sheet (70)    Electrical insulator layer (71)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (2) placed on the lateral walls of the control room, are hit by the solar energy internally to control room (4). The walls of control room reflect the solar energy so as to penetrate from the outside and is reflected towards the inside by the internal surface of cupola (1) and internal walls, so as to remain within control room and for supply to photovoltaic cells.    USE - For photovoltaic multiplier.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of solar energy in the multiplier of photovoltaic energy allows to obtain energy with high efficiently in minimum space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the diagram of the photovoltaic multiplier.    cupola (1)    photovoltaic cell (2)    reflecting base (3)    control room (4)    reflecting cone (5)
NOVELTY - A buoy (1) of an electrical power generation unit, is supported at a desired height by submerged floating bells (4) which exert an upward push when a flood chamber (5) is drained with pressurized air, through anchor chains (25). A ballast (2) is attached to the buoy.    USE - For electrical power station.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical power generation unit can be optimized for working in high and low swells by attaching the ballast to the buoy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the electrical power generation unit.    buoy (1)    ballast (2)    submerged floating bells (4)    flood chamber (5)    anchor chains (25)
NOVELTY - The power system has an energy harvesting device (12) providing power to a load (14). A piezoelectric transducer converts mechanical vibration into electrical power. A circuit is coupled with the energy harvesting device and a battery to control delivery of power to the load. A rectifier (16) converts alternating current provided by the energy harvesting device into direct current.    USE - Power system e.g. for harvesting vibration energy from a vehicle tire, railroads, duct work in buildings, household appliances that serve as vibration sources, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The circuit is coupled with the energy harvesting device and the battery to control delivery of power to the load by providing power generated by the energy harvesting device to the load without delivering excess power to the battery, thus avoiding any accidental charging of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of a power system.
NOVELTY - A strap comprises electrically conductive spaced fingers (26) to contact top light incident surface of the photovoltaic cells, to facilitate transport of current in the direction of net current flow from the cells. An electrically conductive interconnect region joined to the fingers, has through-holes (12) which allow electrical communication between top and bottom surfaces of the interconnect region. The fingers electrically conducts with conductive surface of opposite side of the strap through the through-holes of the interconnect region.    USE - For photovoltaic cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cells are interconnected in series through the strap, reliably. The interconnected photovoltaic arrays can be economically mass-produced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top plan view of the interconnection structure.    through-holes (12)    interconnection structure (24)    conductive fingers (26)    additional material (30)
NOVELTY - The solar cell array has a base acceptance surface including a solar cell, and several vertical acceptance surfaces extending perpendicular from the base. The vertical acceptance surfaces are positioned parallel with each other, each including solar cells on both sides.    USE - Installed in roof of building and automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The power generation per unit of setting area is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic perspective view of the photovoltaic solar cell array.    base panel (5)    vertical panels (14,15)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a power generating unit (10) including a float unit (12) which floats on water, where the float unit is movably attached to a support unit. A piston and cylinder are connected between the float unit and support unit such that a fluid is displaced by virtue of the relative movement of the float unit. The piston and cylinder are connected to a hydraulic motor which drives an electricity generator.    USE - Power generating apparatus harnessing tidal energy and also for using wind energy.    ADVANTAGE - The power generating unit permits tidal energy to produce electrical power in a controlled manner. The arrangement of the apparatus allows combining the apparatus with tidal turbines and wind turbines to provide integrated electricity generating assemblies so that power is generated over a large proportion of time. The power generated by the power generation apparatus is predictable and consistent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a power generating apparatus.    Power generating unit (10)    Float unit (12)    Support unit (14)    Mounting frame (18)    Cylinder (20)    Piston rod (30)
NOVELTY - The panel has a row of solar cells (24) and one elongated reflector (25) mounted on a face of a base. The reflector has two reflecting sides when the reflector is in a deployed position. The reflector is mounted such that one side of the reflector is adjacent to the row of solar cells and reflects radiation incident on the side onto the adjacent row of solar cells when the reflector is in the deployed position.    USE - Used for a spacecraft (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reflector is mounted such that one side of the reflector is adjacent to the row of solar cells and reflects radiation incident on the side onto the adjacent row of solar cells when the reflector is in the deployed position, thus providing simple design, improved efficiency solar panel while reducing non-uniform cell to cell illumination as well as the thermal issues attendant in the conventional solar panel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a spacecraft comprising a bus with a solar array including a set of solar panels.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar panel.    Solar panel (10)    Adjacent rows (13)    Solar cells (24)    Reflector (25)    Longitudinal bisecting plane (26)
NOVELTY - A heat conduction sheet (7) is arranged between a high temperature side heat exchanger (6) and a thermoelectric module (8). A porous body (17) is provided inside an exhaust pipe (4) arranged at the downstream-side of the high temperature side heat exchanger. The porous body absorbs the heat of the exhaust gas while allowing the exhaust gas to pass through the exhaust pipe.    USE - For generating thermoelectric power from heat of exhaust gas ejected from vehicle engine and blast furnace in factory.    ADVANTAGE - The thermo-electric power generation efficiency is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric power generation apparatus.    exhaust pipe (4)    high-temperature side heat exchanger (6)    heat conduction sheet (7)    thermoelectric module (8)    porous body (17)
NOVELTY - A zinc-based complex oxide contains zinc oxide, nickel and magnesium.    USE - For thermoelectric conversion module (claimed) used as power supply for small aircrafts and remote districts, space power supply, military affair power supply and power supply for wrist watch.    ADVANTAGE - The zinc-based complex oxide has high thermoelectric capability, and is economical. The thermoelectric conversion module obtained using the complex oxide has high thermoelectro motive force. The combination of nickel and magnesium decreases the thermal conductivity of the complex oxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thermoelectric conversion module, which contains p-type thermoelectric conversion material containing cobalt group oxide, and n-type thermoelectric conversion material containing zinc-based complex oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the thermoelectric conversion module.    Thermoelectric element (1)    n-type thermoelectric conversion material (2)    p-type thermoelectric conversion material (3)    High temperature lateral electrode (4)    Low temperature lateral electrode (5,6)
NOVELTY - A regenerator (20) is arranged between a heating part (22) and a heat-radiation part (21). Sound energy is circulated in a loop pipe (10) using the temperature gradient produced in the regenerator. Mass flux produced accompanying the circulation of the sound energy is suppressed based on the asymmetrical end effect of the regenerator.    USE - For e.g. electric power generation (claimed) and refrigeration.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses mass flux which circulates through the inside of a loop pipe without adding a new component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a front view showing the thermo-acoustic apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Loop pipe (10)    Regenerator (20)    Heat-radiation part (21)    Heating part (22)
NOVELTY - The piston has a cylinder (10), an inflow path (11) and an outflow path (12) provided in a casing (1). A rotary shaft (2) is provided in the cylinder and movable blades (3) are arranged with respect to the rotary shaft. Cavity (5) is provided between the blades and a blade pressing portion (15) is provided between the inflow and outflow paths. When a gas or liquid flows from the inflow path into the cavity the blades open and the rotary shaft is made to rotate by the pushing force of the blades.    USE - For use in wave power generator and river flow power generation, and for dish washing using a rotary brush tool.    ADVANTAGE - The opening and closing movement of the blades is smooth to provide little torque non-uniformity and preventing pulsation of the output shaft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the rotating piston.    casing (1)    rotary shaft (2)    blades (3)    output shaft (4)    cavity (5)    cylinder (10)    inflow path (11)    outflow path (12)    blade pressing portion (15)
NOVELTY - A piston driven glycol pump or an electric generator or an electric compressor is driven by a reciprocating piston pump or a diaphragm pump connected to high pressure side (12) of a gas pipeline (10). The flow control valves (18,20,22,24) regulate fluid flow through the pump. A timer controls opening and closing time of the flow control valves.    USE - For use in well site gas dehydrator connected to natural gas pipeline.    ADVANTAGE - The predetermined volume of fluid in the pump cylinder and pump rate can be accurately determined using the timer. Power is generated by the system using the force of the flowing gas without using flame or solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the power system.    gas pipeline (10)    high pressure side (12)    low pressure fluid (16)    flow control valves (18,20,22,24)    cylinder (35)
NOVELTY - A sea anchor (1) is adapted to impart drag by providing a tubular portion through which fluid may flow. An alternator (15) is supported relative to the sea anchor and is driven by the fluid, which flows through the tubular portion in order to generate electricity.    USE - Use for boats to provide a source of electrical power in the event of electrical failure.    ADVANTAGE - Generates electricity by a simple structure. Enables efficiently supporting the alternator within the sea anchor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) electricity generation method;    (B) a support system; and    (C) a generator casing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic perspective view of the generating assembly.    Sea anchor (1)    Fluid inlet (8)    Fluid outlet (9)    Alternator (15)    Supports (16-19)
NOVELTY - A motor-driven generator generates electricity when the hydraulic fluid is discharged from the hydraulic support cylinders. The generator functions as a pump to deliver the fluid from the reservoir through a conduit, and to the cylinders so as to elevate the weighted object to a predetermined height for generating sufficient potential energy.    USE - For hydraulic power system.    ADVANTAGE - The system is efficiently used during high peak power demands, unusual power demands or to be a backup power source if there was no power outage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cut-away view of large diameter, low pressure hydraulic support chamber.    bypass line (88)    pressure sensor (100)
NOVELTY - Proposed sailing ship has hull, rotary masts equipped with electric drive and rotary yards with sails, steering wheel and power sources. Wave-powered generators are used as power sources, each consisting of magnet armature connected with float and placed in vertical guide made of non-conducting material in form of tube with holes communicating it with surrounding medium and stator winding enclosed in box surrounding the guide. Ship has storage batteries to which current from wave-powered generator can be delivered. Ship can be furnished with computer to control riging and electric circuit of ship.    USE - Shipbuilding; sailing ships.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced consumption of fuel by engine of ship.
NOVELTY - A square pipe (3) forms a partial channel (2) along which waste gases from engine passes. A thermoelectric generation unit (4) has a base (9) and several heat exchange portions (8), for moving the heat of waste gas to a side of square pipe. A thermoelectric element (15) with a cooling unit (17), converts heat into electricity while a compressive force is provided in a direction from both the sides of the element by using a press tool (20).    USE - For generating electric power in motor vehicle exhaust, and by using exhaust gas from blast furnace of factory.    ADVANTAGE - The capability of thermoelectric element is exhibited fully, by providing an uniform compressive force with respect to the element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric generation apparatus.    thermoelectric generation apparatus (1)    partial channel (2)    square pipe (3)    thermoelectric generation unit (4)    heat exchange portions (8)    base (9)    thermoelectric element (15)    cooling unit (17)    press tool (20)
NOVELTY - The polyacrylonitrile (PAN) type carbon fiber (10) is inserted into iron plate (11). The positive electromotive force and electric current are produced between load connecting terminals (a3,b3) of positive and negative electrodes, when the carbon is heated. The negative electromotive force is increased between load connecting terminals, when the temperature of carbon is cooled below a freezing point.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The capability of the carbon cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (a) carbon electric power generating apparatus; and    (b) electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the ceramic board.    ceramic board (1)    PAN type carbon fiber (10)    iron plate (11)    load connecting terminals (a3,b3)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a manufacture method for new kinetic energy cell, which overcomes a good many shortcomings of prior art, such as pollution, small capacity and hard maintenance, provides a fine new energy conversion mode of electric energy and kinetic energy, and innovative presents a new energy storage way- kinetic energy storage way and opposite cell.
NOVELTY - An electricity generating device by utilizing sea wave is featured as float setting float bowl in internal cavity of fixed frame fixed on seabed, and fixing nonmetal slide tube in this internal cavity, winding coil on slide tube, setting magnet iron and nonmetal isolation matter in internal cavity of slide tube as the two being able to slide in said internal cavity, fixing the driving rod on float bowl to contact against slide body.
NOVELTY - Micro heat engine (10) has a silicon wafer (13) having a sealed microchannel (12) containing either water or toluene, defining corresponding gas chambers (16,18) adjacent each end of the microchannel. A thermal bridge (34) is in communication with the first chamber to provide a cyclic gradient to the first chamber. A piezoelectric transducer (20) is responsive to pressure change with the second chamber to induce voltage across the sensor and a power output.    USE - As power source.    ADVANTAGE - The novel micro heat engine can operate from any suitable latent heat input, such as renewable solar energy or waste heat, and does not require micro machinery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The wafer includes first and second sides, with the second side having a recess adjacent the second gas chamber to operatively retain the piezoelectric sensor such that the recess and microchannel define a thickness sufficient to enable operative deflection of the sensor. The transducer is formed from a solution of lead, zinc and titanium.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for manufacturing the above micro heat engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the above micro heat engine.    Micro heat engine (10)    Microchannel (12)    Silicon wafer (13)    Gas chambers (16,18)    Piezoelectric transducer (20)    Thermal bridge (34)
NOVELTY - The power generating device is powered by gravity facilitated by leverage shifting water weights inside stacks of specially shaped tanks. All the tanks are secured by rails or clamps to a rotating chain that spins turbines which use magnets to generate power. The height of the chains is set greater than its width. The middle section of the tanks is a long leer that allows water to pass from one bulged collector end to another.    USE - For electricity and power generation in e.g. building, power plant.    ADVANTAGE - Most environmentally clean, no effluent waste or waste output and it is absolutely safer than nuclear, coal, oil, gas and dams. No need for a constant supply of increasingly scarce supply of fuel costs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a closed system for a G lever system.
NOVELTY - Sidewalls are formed on the glass pane by press stamping, and solar cells (110) are layered within sidewalls. Metallic wires (120-123) are formed on the glass pane and solar cell respectively.    USE - For double pane glass window installed on buildings such as tall buildings, to assist in solar power generation. Also for solar power generating windows installed in houses or trailers.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cells are protected from the contamination or weather conditions effectively, which in turn raises the manufacturing efficiency. The visibility of the windows is not affected, while ensuring high electric power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of glass pane with solar cell array.    glass pane (101)    solar cells (110)    wires (120-123)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric module (9) formed using many thermoelements, has high heat conductivity heat receiving board (20) for absorbing radiant heat, provided at high temperature side.    USE - For industrial furnaces such as resistance heating furnace or combustion furnace, boiler and incinerator.    ADVANTAGE - Since the thermoelectric module is supplied with high heat conductivity by the heat receiving board, the electric power generation efficiency is improved. The radiant heat is supplied to a wider range. The number of components of the thermoelectric module is reduced and the cost of the apparatus is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the principal component sectional view of the thermoelectric converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    water cooled jacket (7)    thermoelectric module (9)    heat receiving board (20)    heat insulating material (22)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has a photovoltaic cell (50), an electrode layer (20), a semiconductor light active layer (30) and a transparent electrode layer (40) on a surface of a substrate (10). A pair of connecting terminals (18A,18B) supplies an electricity to spacer (15) and exterior, for protecting the photovoltaic cell formed in periphery of the apparatus.    USE - For electronic device such as wrist watches, calculator, telephone, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic apparatus is obtained with favorable external appearance, by having photovoltaic cell stacked with several layers on substrate surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show a schematic view of the photovoltaic apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    photovoltaic apparatus (1)    substrate (10)    spacer (15)    electrode layer (20)    semiconductor light active layer (30)    transparent electrode layer (40)    photovoltaic cell (50)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module consists of surface filler layer (2), solar cell element (5) and reverse side filler layer (6) laminated in order on transparent front substrate (1). The layer (6) contains silane-modified resin formed by polymerizing ethylenically unsaturated silane compound and polyethylene for polymerization, and has melting point higher than melting point of layer (2). A wiring electrode (3,3') and a removable electrode (4,4') are arranged on the element (5).    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module having favorable electric insulation is provided. The reverse side filler layer has favorable water vapor barrier property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline section of the solar cell module.    Transparent front substrate (1)    Surface filler layer (2)    Wiring electrode (3,3')    Removable electrode (4,4')    Solar cell element (5)    Reverse side filler layer (6)
NOVELTY - A cooling unit (13) cools a thermoelectric converter which converts the heat collected by a heat exchange fin. When a control unit (30) judges that sediment adhered to the heat exchange fin, a valve for air/fuel ratio control is controlled to raise the temperature of the heat exchange fin to remove the sediment.    USE - For generating electric power using heat of exhaust gas emitted from internal combustion engine of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses reduction of production of electricity, and improves electric-power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an outline block diagram showing the thermoelectric-generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Engine (2)    Thermoelectric unit (10)    Heat exchange member (11)    Cooling unit (13)    Control unit (30)
NOVELTY - The burner has a burner head with a fuel supply passage, and slots for forming flame jets. A thermoelectric module and a heat sink (620) are installed inside the head. The thermoelectric module is incorporated in the head for generating electric power. The heat sink and a burner base (540) form a cooling chamber (300), where a fuel/air mixture flows through the cooling chamber to cool the heat sink.    USE - Used on a gas stove such as an indoor cooking appliance, outdoor gas grill, gas furnace and other gas burner applications, for converting gaseous fuels into thermal energy for generating electricity to power an electric device such as an electric fan, light, television and battery charger (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The heat sink and burner base are used to form the cooling chamber, where the fuel/air mixture flows through the cooling chamber to cool the heat sink, thus eliminating the need of cooling fans and heat sink units to cool the heat sink, thereby reducing the power required to cool the heat sink, and hence improving the overall system efficiency of the thermoelectric module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a layout of a gas burner with a thermoelectric generator.    Thermoelectric module (240)    Cooling chamber (300)    Burner base (540)    Burner cap (570)    Heat sink (620)
NOVELTY - The transducer has a support foundation, and a wave-plate (1) with an edge that is pivotably attached to the support foundation. The wave plate is disposed to be oscillatingly displaced by an action of a water-wave. A restrictor plate is attached to the foundation to retard a motion of the wave-plate. A transduction-wheel (5) is disposed to rotate under an action of a push-rod to drive an energy conservation unit.    USE - Water-wave e.g. ocean wave, energy transducer.    ADVANTAGE - The transduction-wheel is disposed to rotate under the action of the push-rod to drive the energy conservation unit, thus providing an energy transducer that effectively recovers the energy stored in the ocean waves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an energy transducer.    Wave-plate (1)    Push-rod (3)    Transduction-wheel (5)    Foundation (8)    Pivot (9)
NOVELTY - The resin film (2) is applied over the light receiving surface of the solar cell component (1) and heated. An adhesive film (3) is temporarily applied on the resin film and the solar cell component is cut. A protective film is formed on the light receiving surface and non-light receiving surface and the non-light receiving cut surface.    USE - For use in building.    ADVANTAGE - Temporary lamination of the adhesive layer on the solar cell component is improved, by heating the solar cell component after forming an adhesive layer on it, and so surface defect of the solar cell module is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell component (1)    resin film (2)    adhesive film (3)    solar cell component with resin film (4)    solar cell component with adhesive layer (5)
NOVELTY - Increscent lighting surface is focalized on solar cell module (thermoelectric conversion). Through photovoltaic (thermoelectric) conversion, energy reaches to power generation system. That is to say procedure is carried out in following steps: through reflecting mirror, sunlight is reflected to condensed bowl; condense and collected light shines out convex mirror; light focalized by the convex mirror irradiates solar cell module; photovoltaic or thermoelectric conversion generates electrical energy; through wire, the energy is input to accumulator for standby or for household to use directly. In overcast and rainy days, or electric power shortage in accumulator, stove of using briquette or coal gas can be used for making heat. Then through thermoelectric conversion module, heat energy is converted to electrical energy. The invention takes full advantage of solar energy to generate electricity, or uses stove of using briquette or coal gas to generate electricity.
NOVELTY - The wave energy converter (2) has a first container (4) for containing a volume of fluid, and a second container (6) provided at the first end of the first container. A turbine (7) is arranged in the first container. A plate member (8) is arranged adjacent the second end of the first container. A compressing unit compresses the first container in response to separation of the buoyancy material and the resistance material.    USE - Wave energy converter.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures that the wave energy converter does not interfere with other activities e.g. fishing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of a wave energy converter.    Wave energy converter (2)    First container (4)    Second container (6)    Turbine (7)    Plate member (8)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a unit moved by a motion of waves. An energy transfer mechanism (400) is coupled to the unit, where the mechanism converts kinetic energy from a movement of the unit to potential energy by the pressurization of a fluid. A chamber is arranged to store the pressurized fluid, and a conversion unit (128) converts the potential energy stored in the pressurized fluid into electric energy.    USE - Used for generating an electric energy from a motion of waves.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the apparatus enables a pulsed energy input created by the motion of the waves to be converted into a constant stable supply for a generator while maintaining a high level of efficiency and providing a low build cost and high reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of energy generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional schematic view of an electric energy generating apparatus.    Unit (44)    Anchor arm (80)    Conversion unit (128)    Fluid reservoir (171)    Energy transfer mechanism (400)
NOVELTY - The method involves receiving electromagnetic field energy (14) that is radiated by an electromagnetic interference. The electromagnetic field energy is converted to an electrical current for powering an electrical device. A voltage associated with the electrical current is increased in preparation for powering the electrical device. The electrical current is stored in preparation for powering the electrical device.    USE - Used for harvesting electrical energy from a movement of an object e.g. human walking motion.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively harvests the electrical energy from the movement of the object e.g. human walking motion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electrical apparatus comprising an electric circuit powered by a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified block representation of an energy harvester.    Receiver (12)    Electromagnetic field energy (14)    Voltage amplification unit (16)    Electrical storage unit (18)    Socket (20)    Battery (22)
NOVELTY - A pair of endless belts (3,5) with adjacent runs (7,9) is arranged in parallel with each other. The runs extend in the same direction. One of the belts has paddles (11) engaged over the runs of the other belt. A Venturi (19) directs moving water between the belts, enabling the belts to run adjacently and power an electric generator (25).    USE - For producing electricity using flowing water in e.g. stream, river, or tidal or wave motion of water in e.g. sea.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes simplified yet cost effective construction using e.g. river running water, sea tidal waves, as sources of energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a schematic side view of a hydroelectric generator.    Endless belts (3,5)    Runs (7,9)    Paddles (11)    Venturi (19)    Electric generator (25)
NOVELTY - The whole test plane of photovoltaic devices (Ms) is divided imaginarily into sections. A selected member (6f), provided to adjust irradiance, is disposed opposite the test plane (2) of each imaginary sections to equalize the irradiance by a light source (6) at every irradiated test plane of sections after which light from light source is directed onto the test plane of an object to be measured.    USE - For measurement of current-voltage characteristics of photovoltaic device.    ADVANTAGE - Improves efficiency of tooling change for multiple types of photovoltaic devices by setting the required module for setting irradiance in portion for setting the object of solar simulator. Suppresses or eliminates locative unevenness of irradiance by the portion for adjusting irradiance brought close to the test plane side of object. Ensures accurate measurement of the output characteristics of photovoltaic device. Reduces dispersion of form factor according to the locative unevenness of irradiance on the test plane. Eliminates locative unevenness of irradiance easily with high accuracy since irradiance is adjusted directly for each intended section. Obtains high-accuracy measurement in quick response to change of each object module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar simulator for measuring current-voltage characteristics of photovoltaic device;    (B) a module for setting irradiance of a solar simulator; and    (C) a portion for adjusting the irradiance of a solar simulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of a solar simulator for measuring the current-voltage characteristics.    Test plane (2)    Light source (6)    Lamp (6b)    Selected member (6f)    Photovoltaic devices (Ms)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a cooling device converting heat to electric energy including systems of a set of vacuum heat insulation, super-conduction generation, cooling controlled by current output and input, cooling and generation by temperature difference and super-conduction energy storage. In the first loop of the generator, a cut-in switch circuit divides the first loop into a second and a third loop, in the second loop, hot quanta stored in extracted substance form into current flown into a third loop forced by the switch circuit so as to reduce the temperature of the substance layer and generate and input current into the electric net.
NOVELTY - An electrical conductor connects the power terminals of a photovoltaic panel and an adjacent panel. An analog-to-digital converter (36) generates signal representing the power characteristic of the photovoltaic panel, while another analog-to-digital converter (38) generates signal representing the power characteristic of the adjacent panel. A transceiver (40) is actuated by a power source to output both generated signals.    USE - For monitoring photovoltaic power generating system.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies determination of faulty wiring and defective panel within array of panels without using preprogrammed identification data e.g. serial number.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of monitoring performance of photovoltaic panels in array;    (B) a method of addressing multiple monitoring devices;    (C) a method of configuring and installing photovoltaic panel array;    (D) a string sentry monitoring string of photovoltaic panel;    (E) a method of monitoring string of photovoltaic panel;    (F) a photovoltaic panel array monitoring system; and    (G) a method of monitoring array of photovoltaic panels.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the panel sentry.    Bypass diode (12)    Junction box (22)    Analog-to-digital converter (36)    Another analog-to-digital converter (38)    Transceiver (40)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing geothermal generation of electricity, and providing hydroelectric generation of electricity. The geothermal generation and hydroelectric generation are operationally coupled in-line, and are powered by waste heat from flue gas and waste heat from demineralized circulating water.    USE - For reusing natural gas waste heat to produce electricity without additional Btu inputs.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates any type of internal and/or external cooling towers and thus eliminates any and all cooling tower evaporation. Provides greatly improved topographical elevation change of water state process that significantly supersedes any traditional uphill off-peak pumping costs. Allows flexible generation from geothermal units. Eliminates station service losses from traditional winter maintenance against icing. Reduces induction fan use due to negative pressure generated at the bottom intake of tall power stack flue.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an exemplary embodiment of a power stack system.    Power stack system (80)    Natural gas heat exchangers (84)    Headers (86,90)    Valve (92)    Stack heat exchanger (94)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a source of pulse force to a swinging system to lead out a gravitational energy. The gravitational energy is extracted to do work or to generate electricity. Preferably, the swinging system is a metallic swinging system.    USE - For extracting energy from gravity.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates extraction of energy from gravity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an extracting method for energy from magnetic field.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of a situation using the concept of circular motion.    Centripetal force (C)    Component (C1,C2)
NOVELTY - The gravity generator includes different gravity rails (2) or a gravity highways, and different gravity generators and gravity objects. The gravity rails or highways include straight, circular, or oblong gravity rails of highways and bearing vertical or sloping gravity rails. The gravity generators and gravity objects include gravity car wheels generators or gravity train wheels generators (1).    USE - Used with e.g. train, car to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Does not need fuel e.g. oil, coal to generate electricity, does not occupy a large land area, and does not produce pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cut-away view of circular gravity rail.    Low slope (0)    Gravity train wheels generators (1)    Gravity rails (2)    Sleeper (3)    High slope (7)
NOVELTY - The device has a photovoltaic (PV) unit comprising a light-receiving surface with an anti-reflection coating through which the photovoltaic unit receives a solar radiation. A cooling-enhancing unit (24) transparent to solar radiation covers the light-receiving surface. The cooling-intensification unit in the cooling enhancing unit emits infrared (IR) radiation in a spectral range of atmospheric transparency windows.    USE - Photovoltaic device e.g. solar cell, solar module, and solar panel.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling-intensification unit emits the infrared (IR) radiation in the spectral range of the atmospheric transparency windows, thus removing the thermal energy from the photovoltaic device unit in an outward direction, and hence providing an efficient cooling of the surface of the PV unit. The cooling-enhancing units are easy to fabricate, providing electrical control over the cooling efficiency, and are cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for intensification of the cooling of a photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section of a photovoltaic device.    Photovoltaic device (20)    Photovoltaic unit (22)    Light-receiving side (23)    Cooling-enhancing unit (24)    Transparent protective cover (26)
NOVELTY - The method involves disposing collection vessels in water with a specific distance from a proximate shore, where each of the vessels containing a wave power generation device. Electricity is generated on each of the collection vessels by an electrical generator that is connected to the wave power generation device. Gas is extracted from a salt solution by electrolysis utilizing the electricity.    USE - Used for generating a gas e.g. hydrogen, and oxygen by using wave and wind electricity power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The gas is extracted from the salt solution by electrolysis utilizing the electricity, thus cost-effectively generating hydrogen and oxygen gases by utilizing wind and waves as alternative energy source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top plan view of a wind-based power collection vessel.    Hydraulic cylinders (24)    Main generator (28)    Primary disc (30)    Control module (34)    Central shaft (38)
NOVELTY - The module has a starting substrate including a bottom electrode (104) made of a flexible bulk conductor. An active layer and a transparent conducting layer are disposed such that the active layer is placed between the bottom electrode and the transparent conducting layer. Electrical contacts (120) are formed through the transparent conducting layer, the active layer, the flexible bulk conductor and the insulating layer.    USE - Optoelectronic device module e.g. solar cell, and light-emitting diode.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical contacts are formed through the transparent conducting layer, the active layer, the flexible bulk conductor and the insulating layer, thus simplifying the manufacturing process steps for the device module, and hence easily depositing the insulating layer without worrying about covering up the back plane. The electrical shorts are isolated without jeopardizing a 100 percent yield. The back plane is in a form of a thin aluminum tape, thus greatly reducing material cost of the device module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for fabricating an optoelectronic device module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical cross-sectional view of a portion of an array of optoelectronic device module.    Bottom electrode (104)    Insulating layer (106)    Back plane (108)    Transparent conducting layer (109)    Electrical contacts (120)
NOVELTY - The system comprises a thin piezoelectric plate (10) installed in a path of the moving object e.g. vehicle. The electric power is generated by the piezoelectric plate, when trampled with the moving object.    USE - For electric power generation system installed in rail yards, sleeper, road surfaces, floor surface of building.    ADVANTAGE - The movement force of the moving objects such as vehicle or human is used effectively and electric power is generated efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a model of the electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    piezoelectric plate (10)    charging circuit (13)    battery (15)
NOVELTY - A lead (1) is welded to the pass-bar of solar battery cell through solder. Multiple through holes (2), formed along the longitudinal direction of the lead, have corners (2a) in the lateral direction of the lead.    USE - For solar battery cell in solar battery module.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces occurrence of cracking due to bending and thermal stress on solar battery cell without impairing the conductivity of the lead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plan view of lead structure.    Lead (1)    Through holes (2)    Corners (2a)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a pendulum wavy power-making device in the sea power-making domain, which comprises the following parts: locating column, head traverse supporting axle, pendulum bar, base traverse wave-receive plate, gear reversal, velocity variation device and generator. When the device impacts the frontal area of base traverse wave-receive plate through traverse moving pendulum wave, thewave-receive plate sways to anchor the gear device rotary for power through the pendulum bar bidirectional driving.
NOVELTY - The device has charge controllers (104) to receive energy from an energy source and provide the energy to energy storage modules and inverters (108). A relay switch (110) receives energy from one of the inverters and provides the energy to one of a utility power grid and a load of a home power system. A local controller (124) monitors events and controls operation of the charge controllers and the relay switch.    USE - Used for a backup power storage system.    ADVANTAGE - The relay switch receives energy from one of the inverters and provides the energy to one of the utility power grid and the load of the home power system, thus uploading stored power to the utility power grid connected to the home or providing a throughput from an alternative energy source directly to the utility power grid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a system for ventilating a power storage and supply appliance    (B) a multi-level access enclosure system for an energy storage and supply device, comprising a cabinet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram of a backup power storage system.    Charge controllers (104)    Inverters (108)    Relay switch (110)    Utility power grid (122)    Local controller (124)    Timer (126)
NOVELTY - A non-conventional power generation system comprising of a steel roller, which is developed by a process of machining and curling at both ends of steel rod for fitting end cover; the steel roller is supported by a shaft through it; this shaft is fitted with support ribs to facilitate support to the steel roller; the support ribs are provided to the shaft from inside the steel roller at fixed intervals; gears are fixed on both sides of shaft and at the extreme end to drive the pinions; the pinions are part of generators and are matched with the gears attached to the shaft; two separate generators are used at both ends for the purpose of generating power; bearings are fixed in the housing on both sides of the steel roller; this housing provides complete support for mounting the whole assembly and accordingly completes the construction of power generation system; when the vehicle passes over the steel roller, the contact between the tire and the steel roller generates friction; due to friction the steel roller starts rotating which further rotates the gears attached to the shaft; since the gears start rotating, it rotates pinions and thereby activates generators; these generators starts rotating and subsequently generates power. Image 0/1
NOVELTY - A magnetically permeable sleeve (31) is affixed to and circumferentially surrounds an armature. The permeability of each end of the sleeve is contoured around its circumference to reduce the variation of a longitudinal cogging force on the sleeve in its travel with the armature relative to a translator.    USE - For generating electricity by e.g. converting sea wave energy to electrical power.    ADVANTAGE - Optimizes power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of sleeve with contoured ends.    Tube (12)    Magnets (13,14)    Sleeve (31)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric device has thermoelectric skutterudite device bonded with strong, low contact resistance, high temperature bond on a hot side interconnect using eutectoid reaction of powders consisting of titanium and molybdenum, titanium and niobium or titanium graphite.    USE - Used for electricity generation and refrigeration. Especially used for powering space missions, vehicle seat cover coolers, in portable refrigerator used with vehicle cigarette lighter, chemical and nuclear generators in artic regions and space probes.    ADVANTAGE - The durable high efficiency thermoelectric device is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) thermoelectric device fabrication;    (2) high density shrink-resistant aerogel; and    (3) gap generation method between thermoelectric legs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the formation of thermoelectric device.    Thermoelectric legs (1502)    Polymer sheets (1504)    Interconnect substrate (1506)    Gaps (1508)
NOVELTY - The platform consists of wind-driven watercraft whose cruise drift is converted into electric current by water turbine (3). The electric current is supplied to technical processes installed on the board. The electric current can be used for converting biomass into liquid hydrocarbons, for generating hydrogen and for desalination of seawater.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures economical arrangement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic representation of the platform.    Water turbine (3)    Current generator (4)    Rudder (6)    Hull (7)    Water upper surface (8)
NOVELTY - The generator has top and bottom plates disposed parallel to each other, and a spirally wound foil segment (16) captured between the plates. The foil segment has a substrate with a series of spaced n-type and p-type thermoelectric legs (32, 34) that are disposed on a front substrate surface. The legs are thermally connected in parallel such that temperature differential persist between the plates.    USE - Used in a wrist-watch.    ADVANTAGE - The legs are thermally connected in parallel such that temperature differential persist between the plates, thus effective generation of power is performed. The arrangement of the generator reduces electrical resistance and enhances electrical conductivity between the foil segments.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of producing a foil assembly for a thermoelectric generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a thermoelectric generator.    Bottom plate (12)    Top plate (14)    Foil segment (16)    N-type thermoelectric leg (32)    P-type thermoelectric leg (34)
NOVELTY - The system has an elevated open water tank (46) lower than an elevated sealed water tank (10). A piping circuitously connects the two water tanks. Water is downstream from the elevated sealed water tank. The angular water flow is converted to a rotational flow for harnessing. A pair of float units (20A, 20B) timely opens and closes each water outlet valve according to a predetermined water level in respective tanks.    USE - Used for a driving pump to generate electrical power.    ADVANTAGE - The construction of the system effectively utilizes gravity and atmospheric pressure to generate electrical power economically, and hence avoiding pollution, environmental harm, dependence on weather, and waste disposal. The system operates independently without outside power in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of a natural forces power system.    Sealed water tank (10)    Float units (20A, 20B)    Water outlet valves (26A, 26B)    Check valve (40)    Open water tank (46)
NOVELTY - The generator (10) has a potential loop circuit with an arc discharge, where energy from the arc discharge is recovered by the loop circuit and stored in a component. The component for energy storage is selected from a group of a battery, capacitor and supercapacitor. An electrostatic charge collection circuit has a component selected from the group of a silicon control rectifier, neon lamp, capacitor and diode.    USE - Used for generation of combustible fuel and energy.    ADVANTAGE - The generator has the potential loop circuit with the arc discharge, where energy from the arc discharge is recovered by the loop circuit and stored in the component, thus recapturing most of the electrical energy utilized to produce the arc discharge, and hence recovering water vapor produced by the combustion of fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of an arc-hydrolysis gaseous fuel generator.    Arc-hydrolysis gaseous fuel generator (10)    Generation of combustible fuel and energy (100)    Fuel generation system (200)    Internal combustion engine (300)    Liquefying process (400)    Water vapor recovery system (500)
NOVELTY - The generator has a harborage (13) for fluctuating water levels, where the harborage comprises a port for allowing water to ingress and egress. A vessel hull (11) located in the harborage is free to move vertically as the water level inside the harborage rises and falls. A deck is provided on the hull, where the deck is sealed. A linear-to-rotary converter converts vertical movement of the hull into rotational movements.    USE - Tidal power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The deck provided on the hull is sealed, thus minimizing the amount of freeboard, thereby increasing hull displacement and improving power generation. The generator eliminates leakage or slippage of pressurized fluid in an impeller, thereby providing a high degree of efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a hull and harborage enclosure arrangement.    Vessel hull (11)    Harborage (13)    Side walls (15)    Bottom wall (17)    Port (23)
NOVELTY - Invention relates to plants converting low-grade heat into electric energy. Proposed plant contains housing, thermoelectric modules connected with storage battery. Thermoelectric modules are arranged after air heating of gas-turbine electric station consisting of series-connected compressor, combustion chamber, turbine, free turbine, and electric generator, and heat pump.    USE - Heat power engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Enlarged functional capabilities of conversion of low-grade heat into electric energy, increased efficiency of plant.1 dwg
NOVELTY - Solar cell sealing agent contains a resin composition (C) containing a transmitted wavelength selection agent (B) (in weight parts) (0.01-10) with respect to an ethylene unsaturated carboxylic acid copolymer or its ionomer (A-1) (100). The selection agent (B) shields infrared rays in the wavelength region of 1200-3000 nm. The component (A1) has melting point of 85 degreesC or more and unsaturated carboxylic acid content of 4 weight % or more.    USE - For solar cell module used in the light reception side of a solar cell element (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell sealing agent has excellent effectively shields infrared rays without disturbing permeation of light ray. The temperature rise of solar cell element formed using the sealing agent is suppressed. The reduction of electric power generation efficiency of the solar cell module is prevented. The sealing agent has excellent transparency, heat resistance, flexibility and storage elastic modulus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module using above sealing agent.
NOVELTY - The energy converter has a rotation conversion mechanism (11) formed with the two sets of the chain ring (8) with teeth of a balance cable (5), and a set of inversion gears (9). The balance cable is connected to the floating body (1) installed in the sea surface. An output rotary shaft (10) which incorporates a ratchet mechanism, is joined to the rotation conversion mechanism.    USE - Used to exploit wave energy with wave activated generator into rotational energy.    ADVANTAGE - Enables conversion of potential energy of reciprocating wave energy of wave for rotational energy at high-efficiency. Avoids danger e.g. damage of apparatus. Improves sea surface use efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the wave energy converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Floating body (1)    Balance cable (5)    Chain ring (8)    Inversion gears (9)    Output rotary shaft (10)    Rotation conversion mechanism (11)
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric conversion module (6) comprises N-type thermoelement (2) and P-type thermoelement (1) connected in series and to electrodes (3). The substrates (4, 5) with insulation materials (41, 51) made of polyimide, and high-heat conductivity materials (42,52) at outer edges, are arranged at upper and lower surfaces of conversion module, respectively.    USE - For use in electric power generation applications.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric element having excellent workability and high mechanical strength is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the thermoelectric element. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    P-type thermoelement (1)    N-type thermoelement (2)    substrates (4,5)    thermoelectric conversion module (6)    insulation materials (41, 51)    copper (42, 52)
NOVELTY - The orientation thermoelectric material contain crystals oriented in a fixed direction. The material contains a super high paramagnetism component (4).    USE - Used in electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Orientation thermoelectric material having excellent thermoelectric characteristics along specific direction and high crystal orientation property is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of orientation thermoelectric material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the mode of orientation of super paramagnetic component and thermoelectric material microparticles oriented in uniaxial direction with large magnetization rate. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Super paramagnetism component (4)    Thermoelectric material microparticles (4)
NOVELTY - The incinerator (5) has a generator (10) which carries out heating pressurization of water vapor (7,9) generated using combustion heat of biogas (6) which is produced by foodstuffs waste-material fermentation plant (4), and raises electric-power-generation efficiency.    USE - For generating electric power using heat of biogas generated by incineration of garbage in foodstuffs waste-material fermentation plant and waste disposal plant.    ADVANTAGE - The incinerator has excellent electric-power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart of heat pressurization of water vapor using heat generated from refuse incinerator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    biogas generation plant (4)    incinerator (5)    biogas (6)    water vapor (7,9)    generator (10)
NOVELTY - The laptop computer (1) has a photovoltaic board (2) with high efficiency photovoltaic cells (4), integrated in a fixed or removable manner to the computer, and a rechargeable battery. The board is arranged at the back of a laptop computer enclosure (5). The cells are dimensioned in a manner to generate sufficient electric energy from light energy, for assuring the operation of the computer.    USE - Used for working and communicating in all places and during travel, in industrial and commercial fields.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cells avoid failure of the computer at the time of intensive utilization of the computer, extend the charging time of the battery, or provide electric energy when the charge of the battery is completely utilized. The photovoltaic board arranged at the back of the computer enclosure avoids a need for connecting the computer to a power supply line or other accessory such as cigarette lighter charger in a vehicle, when the charge of the battery is completely utilized. The photovoltaic board thus suppresses a need for external cords for operating the computer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a back perspective view of a laptop computer with photovoltaic cell board integrated in its back.    Laptop computer (1)    Photovoltaic board (2)    Photovoltaic cells (4)    Laptop computer enclosure (5)    Keyboard (7)
NOVELTY - The unit has an electricity production module anchored on the river bed or sea-beds by a support unit that comprises a connection structure integrated to the module in a detachable manner. The structure has a receiving device (105) for receiving positioning units such as articulated remote controlled arm, cables or submarine vehicle. The positioning units install the unit on the river bed or sea-beds.    USE - Used to be immersed in the sea or in a river (claimed) for producing electrical energy from the sea current or river.    ADVANTAGE - The support unit permits to install and uninstall the electricity production unit in a rapid manner. The unit has a very compact structure, increased modularity and allows easy installation and maintenance operations in sea or in river, due to the connection structure. The electricity production module can be separated or not separated from the connection structure, so that maintenance actions can be directly realized, thus avoiding the installation at the quay or at the ground, when the module is placed in the river. The modular design of the electricity production unit permits a reduced immobilization of the unit during the maintenance operations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a carrier structure of an electricity production module.    Cradle (103)    Positioning unit receiving device (105)    Tubular arm (108)    Tubular support ring (110)    Compensation device (112)
NOVELTY - A cooling liquid circulation pipeline (80) sprays cooling liquid in inner tube (10) and circulation pipeline (90) sprays heated liquid between inner and outer tubes (10,20). A temperature difference is applied to the gas so that the gas flows in one flow passage (Ra) starting at the supply port (11) to the discharge port (12) through inside of inner tube and in the other flow passage (Rb) starting at the discharge port to the supply port through outside of the inner tube to produce convection in the gas.    USE - For obtaining power from seawater, snow, underground water, geothermal heat, industrial waste-heat energy, waste material.    ADVANTAGE - The gas is directly heated with the heating liquid dispersed between outer and inner tubes. Therefore gas is heated without coming out of exterior of outer tube and thus gaseous path is made simple. The loss of energy in gaseous convection is decreased. The energy of convection is efficiently assigned to inner tube and outer tube as rotary power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a front view of the convection type motor.    inner and outer tubes (10,20)    supply and discharge ports (11,12)    circulation pipelines (80,90)    flow passages (Ra,Rb)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module comprises a cover glass stuck to incident light side of the solar cell device, using thermally crosslinked ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) resin. The non-adhesive plastic resin such as polyester resin is sandwiched between the solar cell device and the EVA resin.    USE - For conductor insulator semiconductor (CIS) type thin-film solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The components of the solar cell module can be separated without lowering the output characteristic and durability, and can be recycled easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for conductor insulator semiconductor (CIS) based thin-film solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the CIS type thin-film solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The terminal box (10) includes terminal plates (30) including cable connection terminals (30A) and chip connection terminals (30B). The conductors (50) installed between terminal plates, hold chip connection terminals on which the chip diodes are placed. One of the chip connection terminals has placement surfaces connected to respective cathode and anode sides of chip diodes.    USE - For solar cell module of solar cell panel installed at roof of residential building, in solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The cable connecting terminals are connected to chip connection terminals, reliably through conductors. The working efficiency of the terminal box, is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the terminal box.    terminal box (10)    terminal plates (30)    cable connection terminals (30A)    chip connection terminals (30B)    conductors (50)
NOVELTY - The converting arrangement (10) has a floating body having at least two parallel, elongated, spaced, interconnected pontoons (12). A narrow passage (18) for water currents is defined between the pontoons. At least one pair of Savonius turbines (26) is vertically suspended across the passage to extend downwardly from an upper deck (14) into the passage such that the turbines rotate in opposite directions.    USE - For converting kinetic energy of ocean and river currents into electric energy.    ADVANTAGE - Improves arrangement of Savonius turbines with improved balance, hence producing more rotation and electric energy when being mounted to vessel or floating body. Obtains dynamically stable condition of Savonius turbines with minimum deflections.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic side elevational view of converting arrangement.    Converting arrangement (10)    Pontoons (12)    Upper deck (14)    Narrow passage (18)    Savonius turbines (26)
NOVELTY - The module has a thermoelectric material layer disposed on one of a heat receptive side and heat donative side of a substrate. Fluid flow passages (406, 412) comprise passageways formed by opposing structures of heat exchange components. Number of fluid flow passages is increased to increase surface-to-volume ratio and heat transfer surface area density of the module. A controller controls the thermoelectric module.    USE - Used in a work machine (claimed) e.g. truck, crane, earth moving vehicle, mining vehicle, backhoe, material handling equipment, farming equipment, marine vessel, aircraft, car and van.    ADVANTAGE - The number of fluid flow passages is increased to increase the surface-to-volume ratio and heat transfer surface area density of the module, thus providing high heat exchanging efficiency in the module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a work machine comprising a thermoelectric heat exchange module    (B) a method of recovering energy from a work machine exhaust system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a pictorial view of a thermoelectric module.    Thermoelectric module (202)    Thermoelectric heat exchange component (402)    Substrate (404)    Fluid flow passages (406, 412)    Thermoelectric material layers (408, 414)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has a mosaic pattern of character, symbol or figure formed on the light receiving surface of the solar cell (9). The mosaic pattern is formed with two more colors. The solar cell maybe a non-monocrystal silicon solar cell, a non-monocrystal silicon germanium solar cell, a compound semiconductor solar cell or a dye-sensitizing solar cell.    USE - Solar cell module with design.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has a design formed to indicate the light receiving surface of the solar cell. Ensures easy formation of pattern having different colors. Ensures outstanding photoelectric transfer characteristic of the solar cell module. Ensures inexpensive and easy manufacture of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is an explanatory drawing showing the side cross-section of the solar cell with design.    Reverse-side substrate (1)    Reverse-side electrode layer (2)    Platinum film (3)    Transparent substrate (7)    Solar cell (9)
NOVELTY - The high temperature and high pressure steam was produced using the biogas and zet and was injected to the steam turbine, so that the turbine was rotated at high speed. The generator was rotated by the operation of the steam turbine to generate electric power. The Zet gas was obtained by electrolyzing water injected and burned in the reactor.    USE - Used for industry.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the generation of electric power using Zet gas of the biogas and the steam of the warm water, thus reducing the pollution generated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM was included for an electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of the electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to an apparatus for the generation of the hydro-electric power, comprising of a reservoir containing liquid, a large collapsible bladder, an U-shaped tube fixed on a rigid platform, a corrugated tube fitted with a long rigid metal pipe as outlet imparting mobility to the apparatus and keeps the U-shaped tube in horizontal position before collapsing and thereby providing the necessary vertical gradient for flow, an assembly for utilizing and for winging movement of the arrangement and converting into rotational energy of generator and a method for generation of hydro-electric power. Image 1/4
NOVELTY - Electric power is generated from a non-uniformly operating energy source such as wind or water waves by driving hydraulic pump means by a wind wheel or a bobbing float. The pump feeds hydraulic medium into a cylinder to raise a piston loaded by a weight. When the weight rises above a predetermined level, the medium is fed under its constant pressure to drive a hydraulic motor connected to an induction generator. Because the generator is driven at constant power (though intermittently) it can be connected to the power mains supply, eliminating the need to store power, without sophisticated interface arrangements. A second generator connected to a resistive space or water-heating load can be cut in at higher energy level. The hydraulic pump can be arranged to extract power from the source in the most efficient way. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - Water is allowed into a floating flexible pipe (10) such that it can be caused to advance along the pipe as the pipe flexes with an advancing wave front of a body of water (2). The water is allowed to be advanced along the pipe by a wave front. Water which has traveled along the pipe is employed in an application which requires the use of water having a kinetic energy.    USE - For generating energy from waves in a body of water.    ADVANTAGE - Enables simple and inexpensive extracting of energy from waves.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an energy extracting apparatus for waves of a body of water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side elevation of a section of the energy extracting apparatus.    Body of water (2)    Waves (3)    Surface (4)    Flexible pipe (10)    Pipe portion (100)
NOVELTY - A flexible metal electrode (1) and a permanent magnet electrode (2) have an electrostatic attracting force distribution generated by an electric charge within electrode, and an equal but opposite repelling force distribution, generated by an electric current distribution within the electrodes in the presence of an applied magnetic field distribution. Both the force distribution act simultaneously to establish a stable equilibrium separation of two electrode across their facing surfaces.    USE - For use in thermotunneling generator and heat pump.    ADVANTAGE - The need for actuator and control systems are eliminated making the structure simple. Low cost and mass production are achieved. Narrow spacing gaps between electrodes are achieved without using spacers. Uniform spacing gap is maintained over large electrode areas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the self-positioning electrode device.    flexible metal foil electrode (1)    permanent magnet electrode (2)    insulating layer (4)    coating layer (5)    power supply (10)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric converting layer (4) is formed between a front-surface transparent conductive layer (3) and a reverse-side electrode layer (5). An opening (9) for passing light is formed in the photoelectric converting layer. A reverse-side transparent conductive layer (7) is arranged at a position which covers the opening.    USE - Used as material for window and skylight of building.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electromagnetic shielding ability without reducing electric power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a building material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the see-through type photoelectric conversion module.    Front-surface transparent conductive layer (3)    Photoelectric converting layer (4)    Reverse-side electrode layer (5)    Reverse-side transparent conductive layer (7)    Opening (9)
NOVELTY - The module has optoelectric transducer (101) attached on a reinforcement board (103). The transducer is coated with transparent fillers (102,104) on its front and back surfaces. A protuberance portion (106) formed in the peripheral region of reinforcement board, has fillers thicker than fillers in the light incidence region of optoelectric transducer.    USE - For motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The weather resistance of solar cell module can be improved by suppressing the peeling of optoelectric transducer from reinforcement board reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show a cross sectional view and top view of the solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    optoelectric transducer (101)    transparent fillers (102,104)    reinforcement board (103)    protuberance portion (106)
NOVELTY - The converting machine includes a ported wheel (16), a sprocketed wheel (9), floats (11), a vertical cylinder, a water column entry chamber (6), and a reciprocating scoop (12) with actuating mechanisms. The floats are attached to a continuous flat belt (5). The vertical cylinder constitutes a water column (7).    USE - For transforming buoyant force into rotational energy for e.g. electric generator.    ADVANTAGE - Can effectively harness buoyant forces to power a wheel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of force converting machine.    Flat belt (5)    Water column entry chamber (6)    Water column (7)    Sprocketed wheel (9)    Floats (11)    Scoop (12)    Ported wheel (16)
NOVELTY - Each rotor segment is spaced vertically on each axle of the identical vertical turbines, so that oar-like vanes merge in a center sector and rotate without touching each other. A space is formed between the oar-like vanes on each rotor so that the vanes do not touch each other upon rotation.    USE - For generation of electric power using tidal system.    ADVANTAGE - Identical turbines are installed near the selected shoreline, in series, to generate electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of a vertical turbine.
NOVELTY - The centrifugal energy retriever stops or slows the rotation of a solid or liquid weight (3) around an axis to reduce a centrifugal force acting on the weight so that the weight is repositioned closer to the center of a centrifugal force rotating path. The energy for accelerating the rotation of the weight is recuperated when the weight rotation is stopped or decelerated.    USE - For energy generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates simple conversion of centrifugal force into useful energy even when energy is need to accelerate weight away from axis, while maintaining same rotation speed. Enables simple moving of weight close to axis with very little effort.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of centrifugal energy retriever.    Base electric motor/alternator (1)    Rotor (2)    Weight (3)    Rope (4)    Top motor/alternator (5)
NOVELTY - The method involves using the adequate combination of pressure and temperature of the workflow of fluids having different masses in an extended well to generate electric energy. The draining of a mono-phase liquid is used to operate a turbine for liquid, while the draining of mono-phase vapor is used to operate a turbine for vapor. The turbines are connected to an electric energy generator.    USE - For generating electric energy from an extended well.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The difference in specific masses of the vapor and liquid in the well is determined using low-specific-mass ascendant biphasic draining and high-specific-mass descendent biphasic draining through a flue interlinked within the well. The fluids are heated or cooled using the geothermic gradient throughout the well and the low external temperature at the upper portion of the well.
NOVELTY - At least one rolling body (11) releases kinetic energy as it falls down a structure such as a vertical shaft (18A) or vertical column and this energy is transmitted to at least one collection mechanism (in)directly connected to an electricity generator (19). A machine (12B, 18B) is then used to lift the body into an elevated position from where it is delivered to the same or another structure to fall down again. This structure is at least partially enclosed by electrical and/or circuit components (15A, 15B) such as coils, (helix) inductors, rings, conductors, magnets, resistors or insulators which are connected to and/or form part of electricity generating and/or storage devices. The body is designed to cause changes in these components as it falls. The rolling body can be magnetic ball or a ball-shaped capacitor weighing 1 kg, which is allowed to free-fall for 200 m, generating an impact force of 723 kg which can be partly recovered using a set of magnetic springs and coils, a mechanical system with water displacement and turbines or a rotary mechanism.    USE - For generating electricity on an industrial, domestic or micro scale.    ADVANTAGE - Electricity is generated using a simple, environmentally-friendly system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows one example of the electricity generating system.    rolling body (11)    guide roll (12B)    coil (15A)    helix inductor (15B)    vertical shaft (18A)    conveyor belt (18B)    electricity generator (19)
NOVELTY - A vertical conveyor (18) has carrier (16) supported between lower sheave (38a) and upper sheave (38b). The carrier is weighted with dry ice at the top to gas downward momentum, to rotate the sheaves. The dry ice deposited is liquefied, gasified and returned to the top to be solidified again and supplied to carrier. The generator is coupled to be upper sheave to produce electricity.    USE - For carbon dioxide driven electrical power plant system.    ADVANTAGE - Recycling of carbon dioxide provides repeatedly usable energy source which is reliable. The system is terrestrial and not location specific as other reusable energy sources. The carrier is aerodynamically shaped to reduce drag.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a conceptual schematic drawing of electric power generation system.    dry ice (12)    vertical shaft (14)    carrier (16)    conveyor cable (18)    lower sheave (38a)    upper sheave (38b)
NOVELTY - The system has a gas compression device connected to a compressed gas storage device (51). A gas utilization device is connected to the storage device. The device utilizes a renewable energy selected from a group of energies, ocean and tidal currents and ambient heat or cold. A heat exchanging device extracts a heat from a geothermal area (9) or returns process heat of an energy-converting process into the area.    USE - Used for producing an electricity and processing heat (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The design of the geothermal power plant system effectively enables combination of fluctuating renewable forms of energy and energy storage devices without causing an unfavorable CO2 emission and increasing costs by additional fuel consumption. The utilization of the geothermal power plant system eliminates fossil and nuclear power plants in future. The geothermal power plant system is effectively employed with already present platforms of oil and natural gas storage devices, thus enabling more efficient economical utilization of already spent capital.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a geothermal power plant system.    Power plant building (1)    Heat/electric energy (4)    Wind energy devices (7)    Geothermal area (9)    Compressed gas storage device (51)
NOVELTY - A wave power generator is provided to generate power by connecting an accelerator to each small gear and arranging a generator to the accelerator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A ratchet wheel is arranged on a center shaft, and a rotor having a through hole for penetration of the center shaft is fitted to the outer surface of the ratchet wheel. A reverse rotation prevention member with a spring is disposed within the space of the rotor. A flywheel(32) is fixed at the rear surface of the rotor. The flywheel has an outer surface with a gear portion(31) and a center with a bearing. A frame(35) is installed in rear of the flywheel, and a small gear shaft with a plurality of small gears(25) is arranged on the outer surface of a circle where the center shaft of the frame penetrates. The small gears are engaged with the gear portion of the flywheel. An accelerating generator is connected to the frame where the small bear shaft penetrates.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A wave power generator is provided to easily install the wave power generator even in a place where a difference of the water level is great or a place where the depth of water is deep, to enable power generation regardless of a direction of waves, and to prevent a generator system from being broken when a natural disaster like a typhoon occurs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In a wave power generator, speed-up generators (17) are mounted to the upper end of each pillar (2) of a frame (16) where at least one pillar is vertically mounted. The central part of a lever (19) having buoys formed to both ends is mounted to a rotating shaft of the speed-up generator. A rope (15) is fixed to one side of the frame and the other end of the rope is fixed to a fixture (14) fixed to the bottom surface (1) of the sea. A large buoyant material is mounted to the rope connecting the fixture and the frame, and a vertical wing (20) is vertically mounted to the lower rear side of the frame.
NOVELTY - The marine base comprises of connected tubular bars which are assembled in a convex frame structure. The tubular bars are coupled together using connectors with appropriate finishing.    USE - Marine base e.g. for electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a low-cost marine base which can be easily and quickly installed as a floating body structure.
NOVELTY - A heel (3) of the shoe (1) is divided into an inflexible bottom layer (4) with a copper coil (5) and a flexible upper layer with a magnet (6). A small generator is set in the heel. The bottom and upper heel layers are compressed during walking to cause movement between the magnet and the copper coil so as to produce electricity which is converted into a heat energy.    USE - For use by persons having cold feet.    ADVANTAGE - The shoes generates heat during the action of walking itself and thereby enhances better warming of feet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the shoes.    shoe (1)    heel (3)    bottom layer (4)    copper coil (5)    magnet (6)    resistance wires (7)
NOVELTY - At least one movable element (102) immersed in a fluid medium (80) is supported externally on a support structure (104) such that the movable element can move relative to the structure due to fluid motion caused by or a combination of vortex induced motion and galloping. At least one power device supported on the support structure and connected to the movable element converts the motion of the movable element into usable energy.    USE - For e.g. power plants on ocean, river or lake.    ADVANTAGE - Provides efficient energy converter that can harness certain types of fluid motion caused by fluid elastic instability into readily usable form of energy such as electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the fluid motion energy converter.    Fluid medium (80)    Movable element (102)    Support structure (104)    Inner space (109)    Spring (122)
NOVELTY - The generator has a rotor (106) extending downward into a flow of motive fluid that is free flowing seawater. Runner blades include hinges that attain a greatest surface area when the flow is tangent to the rotor rotation and in the same direction as the rotor rotation. The hinges fold the runner blades to minimize the surface area proportional to drag when the blades oppose the fluid flow.    USE - Used for a hydroelectric power generation system in a hydroelectric power plant industry for extracting energy from ocean waves and other bodies of water aside from an ocean.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the generator ensures a low impact to environment and facilitates for a low civic infrastructure costs such that the energy investment return is most quickly realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a power generation apparatus.    Runner blades (102)    Beams (105)    Generator rotor (106)    Chassis (108)    Base (111)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a rotatable incline ramp (11) rotatable about an incline axis of rotation on which a vehicle (23) travels. The ramp includes two portions rotatably hinged to the incline ramp and in a direction parallel to a roadway surface. A counterweight is joined with the portion of a wheel. An electrical generator is coupled to the wheel for generating electricity in response to the rotation of the wheel axis.    USE - Used for generating electrical energy from the passage of a vehicle e.g. truck.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus prevents a ramp assembly from getting jammed or stuck in its up position, and employs warning signals to prevent vehicles from falling off the ramp, in case the ramp assembly becomes stuck in its up position.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a system for generating electrical energy from a passage of a vehicle    (B) a method of generating electrical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a condition of a ramp assembly employed in a kinetic energy/momentum/gravity based mechanic-electrical energy generation system.    Ramp assembly (10)    Incline ramp (11)    Hinge (15)    Roadway (20)    Vehicle (23)
NOVELTY - The hydro-pneumatic gravity engine is an invention to generate power by tapping the natural forces of the earth like the gravitational forces using the various pressures of air and water. Energy is spent to put a balloon of air at the bottom of a tank containing water. Air is lighter than water so it rises up to the surface of the water with a force. This is due to the differences in densities between air and water. This force is called the buoyant force. The buoyant forces act upwards in water as a result of the downward gravitational forces of the earth. The balloon when tied with a rope at one end and the other end wound around the pulley of an alternator or dynamo, generates power. Thus the work is done by the buoyant/gravitational forces, which is in turn harnessed to produce useful power. The balloon once it rises to the surface has to be put back to the bottom of water to generate power continuously. Normally this will consume more power than spent. Therefore, it was not viable all these days. This invention is about a new method to put the balloon back inside water without additional external energy, and it works. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The system has a water wheel (1), with blades, whose axle is maintained parallel to water surface and perpendicular to direction of river/marine water current so that the lower blades dip into water and upper blades output water. The axle is maintained with a mechanical device (4) by bearings (5) allowing free rotation of the wheel. Floats with cavities (7) maintain the wheel floating. A ground tackle connects the device to the ground.    USE - Used for the production of hydroelectric power by the transformation of the kinetic energy of river or marine water current (claimed), where the power is supplied to the utilization point through an electric cable.    ADVANTAGE - The presence of the floats maintains the system floating on the surface of water, thus rendering the system easily removable for its installation or maintenance. The floating system is attached to the ground by the ground tackle, so that the system is prevented from being pulled by the current, and does not require an infrastructure fixed other than the anchoring point of the ground tackle on the bottom.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an overview of a hydroelectric power production system.    Water wheel (1)    Blades (2)    Axle (3)    Mechanical device (5)    Bearings (5)    Airtight cavities (7)    River/marine water current (8)
NOVELTY - A surface covering layer has a sealing layer (12) and a protector sheet (13) that are laminated in order on a photoelectric converter (11), and having a light incident surface tilted with respect to a horizontal plane. Multiple trenches (16) are formed on the light incident surface of the surface covering layer, and extend parallel to the horizontal plane.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves adhesiveness between module surface and bonding portion of repairing stuff. Prevents permeation of water and contamination in bonding portion. Prevents degradation in solar cell module properties. Prevents ground fault and peeling of repairing stuff.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of installing solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the solar cell module.    Photoelectric converter (11)    Sealing layer (12)    Protector sheet (13)    Base board (15)    Trenches (16)
NOVELTY - A conduit (120) includes electric generators (204-206) that are driven by pressurized gas from the conduit. The electric generator provides electric power to the electrical measurement device (212) that includes electrical level meter (213) and a wireless signal transmitter or receiver (214).    USE - For supplying power to electric device such as measurement instrument in process plants such as chemical plants, petrochemical plants, refineries and surface oil or gas processing plants.    ADVANTAGE - The power is supplied to electric device at location, without access to electric power grid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of retrofitting installation of measurement instrument.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of process plant.    process plant (101)    conduit (120)    electric generators (204,206)    measuring device (212)    level sensor (213)    wireless signal transmitter/receiver (214)
NOVELTY - A novel designed turbine using ocean wave or other shifting water wave to generate power has impellers of flat or concave front surface and convex back surface. This turbine turns in one direction nomatter which direction water comes from. The turbine is fixed on a controllable floating box, so that it can catch water wave no matter on flood tide or ebb tide. The energy from the turbine magnifiedby a variable system runs the rotor at high speed to generate electricity. A concrete base fixed the floating box, the turbine and the power generation device to sea shore. In case making the impellers of flat surface and horizontally fixed into rive, the turbine can be used for electricity generation also.
NOVELTY - A buoyancy pump (1913) is operable to convert wave motion of operating fluids such as water or air into mechanical energy required to move a piston in different directions. The operating fluids are driven to on-shore reservoirs placed at different levels, by piston movement. A portion of the kinetic energy of the flowing operating fluid is converted into electrical energy.    USE - For generating electricity, using buoyancy pump.    ADVANTAGE - The potential energy that exists in natural movement of water is converted into mechanical energy at a relatively high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) electricity generating system; and    (2) buoyancy pump for use in driving fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the buoyancy pump.    buoyancy pump system (1911)    buoyancy pump (1913)    buoyancy block (1915)    relief port (1917)    valve (1921)
NOVELTY - The system has a thermal chamber disposed in an underground geothermal region (108), where the chamber contains a fluid heated by the region. A power head generates electricity from the fluid, and a thermal conduit communicates the fluid from the chamber to the head. Chamber walls (110) are formed of bare rock from the region lined with binder material, where the fluid is heated to near equilibrium with the region.    USE - Used for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The chamber walls are formed of bare rock from the geothermal region liner with the binder material, thus providing structural support and minimizing contamination of the fluid, and hence preventing leakage of the fluid into the geothermal region. The fluid is heated to near equilibrium with the geothermal region, thus maximizing temperature of the fluid leaving the thermal chamber, and hence increasing efficiency of the geothermal electrical generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional side view of a geothermal electrical generation system.    Thermal chamber (102)    Thermal conduit (104)    Geothermal region (108)    Chamber walls (110)    Fluid (112)
NOVELTY - A hydraulic pump driven by wave power is provided to miniaturize electricity generating facilities by driving the hydraulic pump by generating hydraulic pressure by changing an extensive movement of the buoyant body into a pretty movement of a fixing body.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydraulic pump driven by wave power consists of a buoyant body(10) positioned inside fluid; a straight fixing bar(20) fixing a lower end unit of the buoyant body; a fixing body(31) having a circular edge and fixing the lower end unit of the fixing bar; ropes(33) fixing one in a center portion and pluralities at a circumference, of the lower end unit for the fixing body; a supporting plate(32) shaped like a plate and formed with a plurality of holes forming one in the center and pluralities at the circumference, to place the fixing body and to penetrate the rope into a bottom surface; a connecting body(37) connected with each rope a plurality of double-acting cylinders(36) connected with the connecting body by a piston rod(36d); a supporting body(34) positioned between the supporting plate and the double-acting cylinder; and a spring(38) supported by the supporting plate and the connecting body to cover the rope. Impetus of the buoyant body is converted into hydraulic pressure by the fixing body, the rope, the piston rod, and the double-acting cylinder.
NOVELTY - The surface-protection sheet (12) uses a cyclic-olefin copolymer film (5) for providing functions, such as heat resistance, weather resistance, and damp-proof property. A solar-cell module seals filler (14) and a solar-cell element (15) with a surface-protective layer and a reverse-side protective layer (17), and spacer (13) on both sides.    USE - For solar-cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The surface-protection sheet has excellent heat resistance, weather resistance, damp-proof property, and economical efficiency. The sheet provides lightweight solar-cell modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Resin films (7), such as polyethylene-terephthalate film, acryl film, and polycarbonate film, are laminated to the inner surface of the copolymer film through an adhesive agent (6).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar-cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional explanatory drawing of the solar-cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cyclic-olefin copolymer film (5)    adhesive agent (6)    resin film (7)    surface-protection sheet (12)    spacer (13)    filler (14)    solar-cell element (15)    reverse-side protective layer (17)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has surface film (32a) on light receiving surface side of photovoltaic component (30), reverse side film (32b) on non-light receiving surface side of component (30), and sealing agent (32c) on which the film and component (30) are adhered. Film (32a) electrically connects several components (30) or wiring materials. Cutting (33) is provided at the region of the film under and/or at overhead of the wiring material.    USE - As solar cell module for generation of electric power, and installed in roof of common house and wall surface of high-rise building.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has favorable flexibility. Generation of non-recovering distortion in region under or positioned at overhead of wiring material, and peeling of surface with sealing agent are prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of solar cell module; and    (2) construction of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic component (30)    anode (31a)    cathode (31b)    surface film (32a)    reverse side film (32b)    sealing agent (32c)    cutting (33)
NOVELTY - The outdoor installation solar cell module has hybrid solar cell having top cell containing amorphous silicon and a bottom cell containing crystalline silicon. The bottom and top cell has photoelectric current in a ratio of 0.97-1.00.    USE - For outdoor installation solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The annual production of electricity is improved at minimum cost, according installation point of outdoor installation solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph illustrates relationship between thickness of crystalline substance of photoelectric converting layer of silicon hybrid solar cell, outdoor annual average efficiency and installation latitude. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The low temperature heated working fluid, instead of a fuel, is injected into combustion air driven piston engine. The engine does not have a suction valve. The working fluid is injected into the cylinder during piston movement towards lower dead center, after external start.    USE - For piston engine.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures to prevent cavitation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) Heat supply to the cooling system of the piston engine;    (B) Release and ejection of steam over valve at cylinder head;    (C) Recirculation of the condensed working fluid in the cooling or heating cycle;    (D) Application in connection with the diesel engine for improving efficiency;    (E) Application in connection with power station turbines;    (F) Application in connection with nuclear power stations;    (G) Application in connection with refrigerators;    (H) Application in geothermal plants for power generation;    (I) Application for power generation;    (J) Application as pollution free marine engine; and    (K) Application as pollution free vehicle drive
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an elongate buoyancy tube (1), which is circular in cross section. The tube has rotor blades (3) connected via mounting unit by hinged joint in a keel section of the tube, so as to be movable from stowed position to deployed condition facing direction of tidal currents. The blades are connected to the apparatus, where the movement of water across the blades drives the blades to generate power.    USE - Used for extracting energy from tidal movement of water in a river.    ADVANTAGE - The elongate cylindrical nature of the tube allows the tube to be rolled over so as to permit maintenance of the rotor blades/power generating apparatus without the need for large and expensive barges/cranes. The cylindrical buoyancy tube is inherently extremely strong and has substantial structural integrity, thereby giving improved survivability in adverse weather conditions, thus minimizing wave loading and water resistance (drag).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a power generating apparatus.    Cylindrical buoyancy tube (1)    Rotor blades (3)    Rotor hub (4)    Hinged rotor arm joint (7)    Keel section (8)
NOVELTY - The distance between straight lines (a1,b1) existing on outer side of bus-bar electrodes (4a,5a) is set to 10 microns or less, when bus-bar electrode (5a) is formed in a manner so as to close an opening.    USE - For solar cell element.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity of bus-bar electrodes is maintained, thus provides solar cell element which is highly reliable over a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the straight lines existing on outer side of bus-bar electrodes.    bus-bar electrodes (4a,5a)    straight lines (a1,b1,c1)
NOVELTY - A protective layer (4) is laminated by a main surface of the light-receiving-surface side of a transparent substrate (3). A metallic structure (5) is affixed to the protective layer so that the metallic structure overlap with the surface of the protective layer with a solar cell element (1) which is embedded inside the substrate.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency is improved by suppressing a temperature rise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1)    transparent substrate (3)    protective layers (4,6)    metallic structure (5)
NOVELTY - The system has a compressor bringing a working fluid into a higher pressurized state. An electrical generator is driven by a turbine-pump (10). Accumulated energy is utilized with a lag of time by releasing the fluid pressure by a valve and a pressure regulator (8) for circulation in a loop and for driving the turbine-pump as a turbine, which in turn drives the generator for production of an electrical power.    USE - Energy supply system.    ADVANTAGE - The system creates and converts multiple energy sources into a usable and functional electric generator power supply system while applying energy lag time (ELT).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an energy supply system.    Compression chamber (2)    Vapor fluid (4)    Pressure regulator (8)    Turbine-pump (10)    Starter motor (11)
NOVELTY - The device has a platform, shaft with disc and gear, and steel handles with springs, and is activated by the weight of passing people, animals or vehicles. The device also has load accumulation and distribution system that sends continuous movement of a big generator wheel to a controller. The controller converts generator wheel movement into high or low voltage, and is connected to an electric network or final load consumer.    USE - For generating electrical energy measuring 12 volts, 24 volts or more. Used in e.g. highway tollgates, railway lines, ticketing zones, passage zones for people and animals.
NOVELTY - A case (6) encloses a gas compressor (2), a cooling device, a heater (4), and an electric power generator (1). A cooling fan (9) sends cooling air into the case. The heater is installed at the most downstream side of the flow direction of the cooling air.    USE - Electric power generation system using biomass as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Can be installed even when a heat source cannot be obtained from the exterior, without reducing production of electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Electric power generator (1)    Gas compressor (2)    Heater (4)    Case (6)    Cooling fan (9)
NOVELTY - The probes are made to contact with the electrode layers of adjacent three or more solar cells through an actuator that actuates the probes vertically. A pair of probes is selected from the probes to set in contact with the electrode layers of selected pair of adjacent solar cells through a relay switch.    USE - For removing short-circuited portion in amorphous thin-film solar battery module.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents adverse influence originated from the voltage drop since no short-circuited portions are located remote from the probes provided per single string of solar cell in longitudinal direction. Improves overall efficiency of the reverse biasing process by reducing the number of actuating operations of the probes in vertical direction. Reduces number of probable wear-originated machine failures since reverse biasing apparatus involves fewer vertical movements of the probes than conventional apparatus. Ensures reliable elimination of removable short-circuited portions since reverse biasing process is terminated as the application of reverse bias voltage makes the leak current lower than the permissible current value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a reverse biasing apparatus for removing short-circuited portion in a solar battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the plan view of a reverse biasing apparatus.    Solar battery module (10)    Table (11)    Stepping mechanism (12)    Elevating mechanism (13)
NOVELTY - The present invention provides one micro space generation module with photoelectric converter, thermoelectric converter and plasma-to-electricity converter integrated together, and the module has deposited photoelectronic film and hot ion emitting film, semiconductor photoelectronic element and other micro cell module units. The micro space generation module can realize excellent stepped energy utilization and may be used in various fields, especially as the high efficiency and long life cell for micro space craft and other effective load after being provided with isotope fuel. It may be used in desert and other places with rich solar energy, and may be miniaturized for use in micro electromechanical system.
NOVELTY - The device has a buoyant body (30) tracking a rise and fall of the waves, and a working surface including upper and lower portions for capturing a portion of surge forces in a wave direction and heave forces of the waves. An anchor is anchored against rise and fall and the surge forces of the waves to produce relative movement between the body and the anchor, where a long axis of the body is aligned parallel to a wave front.    USE - Used for capturing a wave energy of waves to a depth below a surface of a body of water.    ADVANTAGE - The long axis of the body is aligned parallel to the wave front, thus allowing the device to always align at an optimum angle to the oncoming waves, thereby increasing an overall efficiency of the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a wave energy device.    Wave energy device (10)    Working surface (24)    Buoyant body (30)    Driven linkage (34)    Side walls (44)
NOVELTY - The motor has a wheel including S-shaped hollow spokes (3) and a hollow hub (4). Sliding gates (5, 8) cause amounts of water or oil to fall from an upper part of a circumferential tube so that water/oil enters lower part of the tube, by traveling via the spokes and the hub. The spokes produce reaction forces that cause the wheel to rotate in order to fill and empty the spokes, in a repetitive manner.    USE - Used for heating oil or water until ebullition in industrial purposes, for conversion of potential energy into electrical energy, and for industrial production (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The motor permits to provide water vapor that can be pressurized such that steam jets rotate turbines for electricity production without need of fuel, while increasing temperature of water until ebullition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a wheel.    Wheel (1)    Water vapor collector (2)    S-shaped hollow spokes (3)    Hollow hub (4)    Sliding gates (5, 8)
NOVELTY - The electric power generation apparatus has a floating piston containing four legs (7-A-7-D), floating cylinder (4), float head (1), air chamber (2) and a float breast (3). A spring pipe (5) containing grease is attached to the center of the piston.    USE - For generating electric power using buoyancy.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power is generated using compressed air produced by buoyancy without using expensive raw materials and creating pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a vertical cross sectional view of the piston.    float head (1)    air chamber (2)    float breast (3)    floating cylinder (4)    spring pipe (5)    legs (7-A-7-D)
NOVELTY - The module has a cover sided material (2) and an embedding material (4) with solar cells of larger dimensions that are embedded and interconnected with each other by a solar cell connector (6). A rear sided material (3) is arranged behind the material (4). The materials (2, 3) are made up of a special boron-silicate glass (7) having a thermal coefficient of expansion between 4.5x10-6divide byK and 2 xa0-6divide byK at room temperature.    USE - Used for a personal computer, laptop computer, notebook computer, pocket calculator, vehicle navigation system, scanner and a reflector.    ADVANTAGE - The cover sided material and the rear sided material are made up of the special boron-silicate glass having thermal coefficient of expansion between 4.5x10-6divide byK and 2 xa0-6divide byK at room temperature, thus increasing mechanical stability of the module. The solar cells of larger dimensions are embedded and interconnected with each other using the solar cell connector, thus avoiding constantly changing stress such as compression, expansion and bending stresses of the connector, and hence minimizing thermo mechanical stress of the connector. The module hence reduces failure rate of the connector and provides better resistance against environmental influences. The life span of the module can therefore be increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross section of a structure of a crystalline photovoltaic solar module.    Cover sided material (2)    Rear sided material (3)    Embedding material (4)    Solar cells (5)    Connector (6)    Boron-silicate glass (7)
NOVELTY - Preparation of a CuGa alloy target used in CuInGaSe film solar energy cell involves mixing single metals of Cu and Ga to be melted under the gas protection or in vacuum, then casting and and quenching to formation. The formed alloy sputter target material includes 25%-67% Ga in the atomic percentage content, having the character of fineness and high stability.    USE - Solar battery production.
NOVELTY - The electricity generating technology by means of wave peak-to-valley fall head and floating body gravity belongs to the field of wave driven electricity generating technology. The electricity generating system consists of sea bed based rack, generator in the high end of the rack, floating weight with the rack as sliding column, driving flywheel and speed variator connected to the generator, chainunit containing the floating weight and the flywheel and electric power transmission system. The present invention features that the floating weight generates periodic falling gravity with the wave and slides along the rack to drive the flywheel via the chain unit, so as to drive the generator directly. Compared with available technology, the present invention has the advantages including high wave energy utilizing rate, simple equipment and low cost.
NOVELTY - An air compression cell compresses air utilizing the oscillations of a body of water. A combined suction and pressure turbine is coupled to a generator that produces electricity from the rotation of the turbine. Air is drawn through a suction stage of the turbine into the air compression cell.    USE - For ocean wave power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Relatively inexpensive to manufacture and maintain when compared to e.g. construction costs of conventional power plant and additional ongoing costs of mining and supplying fuel to run power station over limited natural lifespan. Produces no atmospheric pollution compared to conventional fossil fuel or nuclear plants.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical cross section of a single compression cell.    Connecting rod (2)    Crosshead (3)    Piston rod (4)    Piston (5)    Suction manifold (19)
NOVELTY - A power generator is configured to produce power in response to a vehicle traveling on a rail. A sensor is configured to receive power from the power generator and to detect the property of the vehicle traveling on the rail. The power generator may be in the form of hydraulic power scavenging unit or piezo-electric transducer.    USE - For use with a railroad network.    ADVANTAGE - Enables monitoring railroad conditions and operations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a railroad network; and    (B) a method for gathering data.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the diagrammatical representation of a railway monitoring system.    Railway monitoring system (10)    Railway track (12)    Rail (14,16)    Ties (18)
NOVELTY - Two photovoltaic facilities are associated electrically and mechanically so as to provide relative rotational freedom of the photovoltaic facilities and thus forming a flexible photovoltaic facility. Preferably at least one of the first and second photovoltaic facilities are rotated so as to regulate at least one of power, current and voltage provided.    USE - In an arrangement using dye-sensitized solar photovoltaic cells in a rotational relationship, e.g. to provide power for an electrical sensor, including sensors for smoke or fire, a security sensor, or a wide variety of other sensors for determining physical, mechanical or chemical parameters.    ADVANTAGE - A flexible photovoltaic facility is obtained which can be offered for sale as a kit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for rotational photovoltaic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a cross-sectional view of the dye-sensitized solar cell.    substrates (310, 370)    electrically conductive layers (320, 360)    photoactive layers (350)
NOVELTY - Differences in temperature and elevation between e.g. mountain river water, and the outside environment, aid heating and/or cooling of working fluid circulated in tubing. The vapor produced from heating process is supplied to a turbine connected to a power generator. The cooled fluid is drained outside.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates use of hydraulic turbine for power generation.
NOVELTY - Temperature differences between e.g. river water, and the outside environment, aid heating and/or cooling of working fluid circulated in tubing. The vapor produced from heating process is supplied to a turbine connected to a power generator. The cooled fluid is supplied to a pump.    USE - For power generation.
NOVELTY - The thermal energy obtained from a cooling medium for electric, electronic, or mechanical equipment is used to heat the working fluid. The working fluid is totally or partially vaporized and utilized by a turbine connected to a power generator.    USE - For producing electrical or mechanical energy using cooling system for electric, electronic, or mechanical equipment in industrial or chemical process.
NOVELTY - The system has an atomizer combining on-site-generated environmentally hazardous waste oils with compressed air to form a highly combustible atomized air/fuel mixture. A waste oil combustor (130) ignites the atomized mixture of oil to generate combustion heat energy. An oil cogeneration system has stirling-cycle engine to convert the heat to mechanical energy which is converted into electrical power by electrical generator.    USE - Used within a site that regularly generates waste oil e.g. motor vehicle service shop, fleet maintenance facility, quick-lube shop and vehicle maintenance shop.    ADVANTAGE - The stirling-cycle engine is efficiently utilized to effectively recover portion of the waste heat lost in existing waste oil combustor, thereby improving overall energy efficiency of power generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of on-site electrical power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagrammatic illustration of principal components of a waste oil cogeneration system.    Waste oil (104)    Waste oil combustor (130)    Combustion heat energy (132)    Waste oil co-generator (250)    Heat-to-mechanical power converter (252)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a cylindrical component (180) comprising a wall with a hollow passageway to accommodate flow of drilling fluid. A turbine rotatably secured within the passageway rotates in response to the flow of fluid via the passageway. A generator is operatively connected to the turbine and contained within the passageway. The component is made of material including steel, aluminum and plastics.    USE - Used for producing electricity in a downhole environment in oil and gas industries.    ADVANTAGE - The cylindrical housing of the downhole electrical generator apparatus facilitates easy implementation, replacement and repair of the apparatus, and hence providing miniaturized downhole electrical generator apparatus secured within the wall of the cylindrical component. The cylindrical housing is constructed of material including steel, aluminum and plastics, thus enabling the apparatus to withstand pressures, stresses, temperatures, and abrasive nature of the downhole environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating electricity in a downhole drill string.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a profile view of a drill rig and drill string.    Cylindrical component (180)    Wall (181)    Inner surface (182)    Hollow passageway (190)    Inlet (192)    Outlet (194)
NOVELTY - A composite power generation system is provided to increase the amount of power generation by permitting a hydroelectric power generation, a wind power generation, and a solar power generation to be performed at the same time in a single system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A composite power generation system comprises a structure(1) having a height higher than a tidal difference. The structure has a lower portion which is arranged to be submerged into water even during low tide and an upper portion which is not submerged into water even during high tide. The variation of air pressure and water pressure in the structure, caused by the variation of water level, is utilized in power generation.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - An automatic solar tracking and thermoelectricity generating apparatus is provided to achieve improved efficiency of thermoelectricity generation by generating thermal electromotive force and current from the temperature difference between two different metals caused due to solar light.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An automatic solar tracking and thermoelectricity generating apparatus comprises a heat collecting house(1) for collecting solar heat; and a circulation pump(14) for delivering, through an inlet pipe(16), water cooled through a heat dissipation fin(18) to the heat collecting house. The heat collecting house is coupled to a vertical rotation center shaft(5-3) arranged on a top of a T-shaped vertical support(5) vertically arranged on a rotating plate(6). A ball caster(11-1) is mounted on the rotating plate, and an internal support(11-2) is arranged at a center of the apparatus. The heat collecting house operates in a horizontal direction by a horizontal DC motor mounted on the rotating plate in accordance with the position of sun, and operates in a vertical direction centering from the vertical rotation center shaft.
NOVELTY - PURPOSE: A heater pump power generator is provided to improve the efficiency of electric power production by rotating a power generator by driving a positive displacement turbine and generating power by a difference of the external air condensation temperature. CONSTITUTION: A heater pump is formed of a two-stage CO2 compressor (2). A coefficient of performance is increased to 4-7 to increase a pressure by heating heat transfer medium gas. The heat capacity is converted into electricity by operating an expansion turbine (5) at high speed and rotating a power generator (8) by using heat transfer medium gas. Electricity is generated by a difference in pressure between the external temperature and the heating temperature.
NOVELTY - Several pairs of magnets (1a,1b,2a,2b,3a,3b,5a,5b) are arranged along opposing edges (20a,20b) of a stack of iron plates (20). The iron plates are floated by repelling magnetic force of opposing like magnetic poles of the magnets, by moving the movable group of magnets towards the edge by magnet moving mechanisms (11-13,15).    USE - For positioning iron plates used in manufacture of steel plate integrated solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables positioning iron plates to the required reference position, without damaging the edges. The structure of positioning device is simple and inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for iron plates positioning device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of iron plate positioning device.    opposing magnet pairs (1a,1b,2a,2b,3a,3b,5a,5b)    magnet moving mechanisms (11-13,15)    iron plates (20)    edges of iron plates (20a,20b)
NOVELTY - An engine driven by wave has a piston like device composed by an active cell and a stator relatively reciprocate moving in straight. The active cell composed by dozens of permanent magnet and magnetic conductor arrayed in SN-JS-SN-N is inserted into a stator column which is formed by U shape coil set or T shape magnetic conductor ring. When wave drive the floating box moving up and down, the floating box drives the active cell moves reciprocating, the changing of the magnetic flux induced by the coil on the stator generates electricity. Vis-a-vis, active cell composed by coil set and magnetic conductor ring with stator composed by permanent magnet and magnetic conductor work in the same way.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to liquid floatage generating method and device, wherein the method is to design one rotary sealed cylinder with liquid filled in and to fix stuff and float cylinder into water for more drainage to reduce the whole weight of cylinder. The float cylinder is under the float force to convert the floatage into dynamic force to generate power. The device comprises rotary sealed cylinder, stuff, float cylinder and liquid and generating case.
NOVELTY - A diode module (2) comprising a diode chip (6), is fitted in an opening (22) of a solar cell module box (20) made from an insulator. The solar cell module box has lead-wire insertion openings into which lead-wires (25) for connecting diode chip to solar cell module and lead-wire for extracting current from diode chip are inserted.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The durability and reliability of the connector are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front view of a connector for solar cell module.    diode module (2)    diode chip (6)    solar cell module box (20)    openings (22)    lead-wires (25)
NOVELTY - The adhesion resin film (2) has a portion shaped corresponding to the surface shape (6) of the semiconductor-element group (3).    USE - For sealing semiconductor-element group between transparent insulated substrates e.g. for sealing solar-cell element group, in manufacture of semiconductor module (both claimed), such as solar cell module, and for attaching light-emitting elements, such as LED, on circuits formed on thin-film substrates.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion resin film prevents cell cracking during lamination, decreases mounting defects, and has excellent adhesivity and mounting property. The resin film enables manufacture of semiconductor modules with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of semiconductor module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the semiconductor module.    transparent insulated substrates (1,5)    adhesion resin films (2,4)    semiconductor-element group (3)    surface shape of semiconductor-element group (6)
NOVELTY - A power generating system using the cosmic dual power of negative force and positive force is provided to prevent environment pollution and to preserve nature by substituting solar energy, wind power, atomic energy and natural gas with the cosmic dual power and generating power permanently with mechanical operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A power generating system actuates a machine by using the cosmic dual power of negative force and positive force, and comprises a chain(2), a chain gear(3), an eccentric wheel(4), a connecting rod(5), a force transmitting unit(6) and a tension rod(7). A hole is formed in the eccentric wheel to generate eccentricity in a rotating shaft, and the wheel is rotated downward in placing a heavy portion of the wheel upward. A connecting wheel of the connecting rod is installed, and the chain is combined with the connecting wheel. The heavy portion of the eccentric wheel is rotated at 360 angular degrees by moving the center of gravity of the wheel, and the connecting rod is operated without using additional energy. The eccentricity of mass divided by the weight of mass is the cosmic dual power of negative force and positive force.
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric element (10) has electroconductive elements (A11,B12) having different Seebeck coefficients, that are connected by joining element (d13). A thermoelectric element (20) is arranged opposingly with thermoelectric element (10). The temperature of thermoelectric element (10) is greater than temperature of thermoelectric element (20).    USE - For transmitting heat energy produced by combustion apparatus and electric equipment in building, to remote place.    ADVANTAGE - The necessity of external power supply is avoided and noise from cooling device is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) heat energy resource utilization electrical energy conversion system; and    (2) heat energy utilization study energy recycling storage system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of non powered thermoelectric effect heat energy transmission circuit.    thermoelectric elements (10,20)    electroconductive elements (A11,A21,B12,B22)    joining elements (d13,d23)
NOVELTY - The terminals (15) in two-pole connector (20) arranged on one side of module (10) are plugs for positive and negative poles and the terminals (15) on other side of the module are sockets for the poles. The connectors on plug and socket sides are provided with a projection (37). The projection allows or denies the connection between the connectors, based on the polarity of the positive and negative poles.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - A reverse-connection proof is achieved without adding a structural change to the connectors.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the connector.    module (10)    cables (11)    terminals (15)    two-pole connector (20)    projection (37)
NOVELTY - A rotating blade turbine mounted on a fixed base (B) consists of elongate spars inclined upwardly and downwardly from the vertical axis of rotation. Each spar carries short aerofoil or hydrofoil section blade (S) to minimize drag adjustable to optimize overall rotation about the vertical axis.    USE - Installed in land, off-shore or underwater for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The mounting angles of the blade are adjusted to optimize overall rotational couple about vertical axis, and maximize the efficiency of turbine to harvest energy from wind and water current. An effective weightless and cost-effective rotatable turbine is achieved by making the hydrofoil blade hollow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The aerodynamic profile of the blades has maximum thickness to chord ratio in the range of 10-50%. The ratio of short aerofoil or hydrofoil section blade is in the range of 2 to 5. The radial and vertical plane containing the center-line of the spar in a normal cross-sectional plane of the short blade is in the range +5degrees to -5degrees.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a vertical axis wind turbine apparatus.    base (B)    arms (F)    hub (H)    aerofoil section blades (S)    guys (T)
NOVELTY - The device uses a semi-submerged buoyant moorable by a non-rigid mooring system, and buoyant supporting the horizontal axis rotor. A vertical strut (2) is streamlined to generate a low drag in current flow parallel to axis of rotor and high drag in current normal to rotor axis.    USE - For extracting energy from marine, ocean or tidal currents using submerged vessels.    ADVANTAGE - The mooring and anchoring costs are reduced. The device is designed to allow the extreme waves to sweep over it in order to minimize mooring forces.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the kinetic energy extraction device.    vertical strut (2)    water surface (3)    hydro-turbine (4)    gear-up box (5)    generator (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has pumping units (2) pumping a working fluid toward a delivery duct. The units have a cylinder provided with a lower end that is associated with a seabed and an upper end that is arranged opposite to the lower end. Intake and discharge openings are functionally associated with a two one-way valves, respectively. A floating body (6) is associated with a piston, where the openings are obtained at the upper end.    USE - Used for converting energy from a wave motion of sea.    ADVANTAGE - The floating body applies traction force, which is proportional to its volume, thereby increasing level of water to high, and hence increasing pressure of the water inside the cylinder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side elevational view of a pumping unit.    Energy converting apparatus (1)    Pumping units (2)    Delivery duct (3)    Cylinder (4)    Floating body (6)
NOVELTY - The arrangement has a solar cell formed by a layer sequence (1, 2) of differently doped layers on a substrate (6), and a bypass-diode connected with the cell and formed by a layer sequence (4, 5). The layer sequence (4, 5) is arranged between the substrate and the sequence (1, 2). A third layer sequence lies between the sequences (1, 2, 4, 5). The sequence (1, 2) has p and n conductive layers, which form a photovoltaic active region.    USE - Used in a monolithic, series connected solar module (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bypass-diode is connected with the solar cell and formed by the layer sequence that is arranged between the substrate and another layer sequence, thus protecting the solar cell with a very slight loss of active receiving surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar module with an arrangement of solar cells and bypass-diodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a configuration of an arrangement of a solar cell and a bypass-diode.    Layer sequences (1, 2, 4, 5)    Semiconductor layer (3)    Substrate (6)    Isolation layer (7)    Metal layer (8)
NOVELTY - The system has a well production line section connected to a flowing well with fluid under pressure. The well production line section provides an inlet (16) to a turbine (11) that includes rotating fan blades. A nozzle acts as a choke for the pressurized fluid from the well, and increases a velocity of fluid hitting the blades. An electrical generator includes a rotor that is connected to the blades to generate electricity.    USE - Used for generating electricity by using pressure of fluid from water or gas wells.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of the system generates electricity in low cost without creating hazardous to environments.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for generating electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective side view of a system for generating electricity.    Turbine (11)    Turbine casing (12)    Inlet (16)    Outlet production tube (22)    Small gear (24)
NOVELTY - Proposed complex sea power station is designed for producing energy using renewable sources. Station consists of deep water intake unit, energy complex, hydrogen sulfide removal bath, electrolysis bath, photolyzer, hydrogen receiver and fuel chemical element station. Moreover, it includes thermocoupled battery placed in bath for hydrogen sulfide removal to obtain primary electric energy owing to difference in temperatures of deep water and water heated in bath; power unit including diesel generators operating on hydrogen formed in photolyzer and electrolysis bath, galvanoelectric station using sea water as electrolyte and gas holder for accumulating received hydrogen and keeping it in reservoir arranged in underwater part; output electric energy and monitoring unit and unit to control operation of all systems of complex sea power station, signaling and communication for self-contained operation, and unit to stabilized complex sea power station in right sea.    USE - Power engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Provision of supply of consumers and reliable operation in rough sea.2 dwg
NOVELTY - A self dynamo is provided to suppress noise and pollutant smoke by converting a DC energy of an operation motor to an AC current and then driving the operation motor with the AC current.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A self dynamo includes an operation motor(20), a hydraulic device(30), an accelerator(40), and a generator(50). The operation motor(20) is driven by a DC current. The hydraulic device(30) is rotated by power transferred from the operation motor(20). The accelerator(40) accelerates the rotation of the hydraulic device(30). The generator(50) is connected to the accelerator(40) and converts the power to an AC current.
NOVELTY - A thermal absorption unit (12) absorbs the thermal energy generated from a heat source (11) to vaporize ferrofluid (9) and generate bubbles for elevating and driving the remaining fluid to flow into a condenser (13) for discharging heat. The condenser condenses the vaporized fluid and guides the condensed fluid to flow back to the thermal absorption unit by the action of gravity.    USE - Micro loop thermosyphon cooler for ferrofluid power generator, electronic device such as notebook computer and micromechanical device.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal energy dissipated from the electronic apparatus is recycled, and the CPU of the electronic apparatus is cooled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM for a device of micro loop thermosyphon for a ferrofluid power generator is disclosed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the micro loop thermosyphon cooler.    cooler (1)    heat source (11)    thermal absorption unit (12)    condenser (13)    conduits (14,15)
NOVELTY - The device has a coil (3) mounted around a peripheral wall of a tube (2), and a permanent magnet (4) movably mounted in the tube to pass through the coil. The magnet moves in the tube reciprocally by a shaking action to pass through the coil reciprocally for causing variation of a magnetic field of the coil, such that the coil produces an electric current by the variation of the magnetic field.    USE - Used for generating electricity to supply electric power to a light emitting diode.    ADVANTAGE - The permanent magnet moves in the tube reciprocally by the shaking action to pass through the coil reciprocally to cause variation of the magnetic field of the coil, such that the coil produces the electric current by the variation of the field, thus generating electricity for supplying the electric power to the light emitting diodes. The electric power is thus supplied to the diodes by the shaking action, and hence avoiding a need of external power supply or a battery, thereby saving natural resource, decreasing price, and enhancing environmental protection effect. The generating device has a smaller volume, light weight and cheaper price, thus satisfying practical requirements of customers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan cross-sectional view of a generating device.    Barrel (1)    Tube (2)    Coil (3)    Permanent magnet (4)    Rectifier (5)
NOVELTY - A computer comprises a circuit board (31), a heat-generating device (32) mounted on the circuit board, a heat-conducting device (35) attached to the heat-generating device for absorbing heat energy generated by the heat-generating device, and a thermoelectric converter (36) coupled to the computer for converting heat energy into electrical energy.    USE - For use as computer.    ADVANTAGE - The computer has a heat-recycling function. It incorporates a thermoelectric converter that is capable of converting heat energy generated by heat-generating devices into electrical energy for further use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a heat-recycling system (37) for converting heat energy received from a heat-generating device into electrical energy, comprising a heat-conducting device and a thermoelectric converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic cross-sectional diagram of a portion of the computer.    Enclosure (30)    Circuit board (31)    Heat-generating device (32)    Interface material (33)    Thermoconductive block (34)    Heat-conducting device (35)    Thermoelectric converter (36)    Heat-recycling system (37)    Display screen (40)    Heat input port (360)    Electroconductive plates (362, 365, 366)    Metal strips (363, 364)    Power output port (368)
NOVELTY - Hot and cold electrodes are formed using different metals e.g. copper and silver, thereby easing detection of which side produces more yield. A thermoelectric element is disposed between the hot and cold electrodes.    USE - Thermoelectric apparatus manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes various electrical properties of different metals to manufacture hot and cold electrodes, thereby eliminating dipolar layer that produces high percentage of current that causes adverse influence to efficiency of thermoelectric apparatus.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) has a warm water flow-path formation structure (110) and a cold water flow-path formation structure (120), that are made of different heat conductivity materials. A thermoelectric-generation element (130) is arranged between the warm and cold water flow-path formation structures.    USE - For electric power generation using hot-spring water, industrial waste water, factory waste oil, steam, exhaust gas, liquefied natural gas and various coolants.    ADVANTAGE - The diffusion of heat from the warm water flow path is prevented, and thermoelectric generation efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the thermoelectric-generation apparatus.    apparatus (100)    warm water flow-path formation structure (110)    warm water discharge port (113)    cold water flow-path formation structure (120)    thermoelectric-generation element (130)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric converter has the thermoelectric components (5,6) serially connected between the electrodes (8,14) of the respective substrates (9,15). The cover (2) is at rear side of upper substrate (15) where electrode (14) is not arranged. One end of frame is fixed to rear side of lower substrate (9) where electrode (8) is not arranged, and another end fixed to cover.    USE - Thermoelectric converter.    ADVANTAGE - Airtightness is improved, without reducing installation density of thermoelectric components. Electric power generation capability per unit area of thermoelectric converter is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thermoelectric converter manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric converter.    thermoelectric converter (1)    cover (2)    frame (4)    thermoelectric components (5,6)    electrodes (8,14)    substrates (9,15)
NOVELTY - The multilayer electron emission structure has an interface layer (3) formed from an alloy consisting of copper (Cu) and indium (In) or strontium (Sn) on a substrate (2) consisting of Cu. A surface layer (4) consisting of atomic layers formed from In or Sn is formed on the interface layer.    USE - For field emission display (FED) device and thermionic energy converter (TEC).    ADVANTAGE - A multilayered structure having low work function is obtained by forming surface layer consisting of atomic layers containing In or Sn.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the multilayered electron emission structure.    multilayered electron emission structure (1)    substrate (2)    interface layer (3)    surface layer (4)
NOVELTY - A magnet, a coil, and a capacitor are used giving electrical power generation function and electrical storage function to a walking stick. A light emitting diode (LED) and an integrated circuit (IC) tag are integrated while a speaker is built-into the walking stick. A plug and an adapter are also embedded in the walking stick in order to supply electric power to a mobile phone.    USE - For use as walking stick for mountain climbing.    ADVANTAGE - Exhibits an outstanding operability and workability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the block diagram of the structure of the IT stick. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A waste heat withdrawal device using an alkali metal thermal to electronic converter is provided to directly connect a high-temperature unit of an alkali metal thermal to electronic converter to a waste heat source, and to pass about 300 degrees Celsius waste heat to a cooling unit, then to convert the heat into electricity to withdraw the electricity, thereby withdrawing high-temperature waste heat at high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An alkali metal thermal to electronic converter(40) continuously circulates, so that a liquid sodium(Na) solution condensed in a cooling low-temperature unit(10) can pass electromagnetic pumps(30) to be supplied to a heating high-temperature unit(20). The heating high-temperature unit(20) of the converter(40) is directly connected to a waste heat source where waste heat is discharged, and is connected to the cooling low-temperature unit(10) by setting the waste heat at about 300 degrees Celsius by passing air or cold water to the waste heat source, to convert a portion of the waste heat into electricity to withdraw the electricity.
NOVELTY - A tidal and hydro generator is provided to minimize the investment cost for facilities, to obtain maximum clean energy, to operate by a water mill method using buoyancy instead of a turbine, and to double the generation of electric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In a tidal and hydro generator, an H-beam(1) is driven into the ground under the water in a rectangular form. The height of the beam corresponds to the water height of full tide. A chain gear is installed in the right center about a water mill shaft. Water mills are installed at both sides of the shaft. Rollers are attached to each apex of a support frame(2). When the tide ebbs, a first power generator is rotated and a second power generator is idled. When the tide flows, the second power generator is rotated and the first power generator is idled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows tidal and hydro generator(Drawing includes non-English language text).    H-beam (1)    Support frame (2)
NOVELTY - An exercising machine for generating electricity is provided to obtain exercising effect for user's health simultaneously with electricity to be charged in a charger by converting rectilinear motion generated by the exercising to curve motion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An exercising machine for generating electricity includes an electricity generating part connected via chains and gears instead of weight elements. While a user exercising by using the exercising machine, power generated by the user's exercise is transmitted to the electricity generating part via the chains and gears.(C) KIPO 2006Image 1/1
NOVELTY - A cylindrical micro combustor (5) burns the fuel such as methyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, by partially heating a thermoelectric plate (3). An evaporator (7) cools the thermoelectric plate using the fuel vapor generated by the combustor.    USE - For electric power generation using thermo-electric plate.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling efficiency is improved by using the evaporator, and the electric power generation efficiency is enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the electric power generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power generator (1)    thermoelectric plate (3)    fuel combustor (5)    evaporator (7)    fuel supply path (9)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic module (1) comprises a strip-like support plate with cells (3) arranged in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the plate. At least one cell is omitted so that a cross-running recess (11) without a cell is formed in the progression of the strip to divide the module into sub-modules (13) which are connected together using an electrical connection bridging the recess.    USE - Used for an electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The module operates with high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the photovoltaic module.    photovoltaic module (1)    photovoltaic cells (3)    recesses (11)    sub-modules (13a, 13b, 13c)
NOVELTY - The device has a storage medium, and a compressor (2) that compresses a gas storage container (3) which is used for driving a gas engine (4). Energy which is to be stored originates from a regenerative source. The energy is extracted from a solar cell (1), wind power stations, hydro-electric power plants, tidal power stations or by utilization of biomass. The storage medium is ambient air, which is available for an unlimited period.    USE - Used for temporarily storing energy.    ADVANTAGE - The ambient air is used as the storage medium, and is available for the unlimited period, thus avoiding unwanted exhaust gas at the gas engine, and hence increasing overall efficiency of the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy storage device.    Solar cell (1)    Compressor (2)    Gas storage container (3)    Gas engine (4)    Generator (5)
NOVELTY - Ring cylinders (208) are adapted to float in the vicinity of a center cylinder (202) that accommodates a power generator. Each spring line (212) is attached at one end to a ring cylinder and at the other end to the power generator. Relative movement between the center cylinder and a ring cylinder causes a corresponding spring line to rotate a shaft of the generator, thereby generating electrical power.    USE - Wave powered electrical generator.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes power of ocean waves to generate electricity in commercial quantities to help reduce global warming.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a center cylinder, ring cylinders and spring lines.    Center cylinder (202)    Roof (204)    Opening (206)    Ring cylinders (208)    Spring line (212)
NOVELTY - Two maneuvering units (12) are mounted on a reticular frame (1) to align the electrical generator with respect to sea streams. An electrical cable (11) connects alternators (6) to an electrical network. A back spring (7) has a wrapped cape placed in the frame and another cape fixed to an anchorage block (9).    USE - Used in sea.    ADVANTAGE - Can be activated by sea streams. Ensures effective regulation of sea streams.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of a generator.    Reticular frame (1)    Alternators (6)    Back spring (7)    Anchorage block (9)    Electrical cable (11)    Maneuvering units (12)
NOVELTY - The method involves following a movement of a medium such as seawater, where direction of movement changes at a point in time. The followed movement is converted into energy by pumping a fluid with the followed movement, by feeding and discharging the fluid. The following of the movement is interrupted for an interruption period close to the point in time, and degree of closure of the feed is controlled.    USE - Used for generating energy from an undulating movement ie waves of a medium such as seawater.    ADVANTAGE - The method interrupts the following of the movement for period close to the point in time, thus increasing buoyant force developed on a follower, so that when the interruption ends the developed stress guide the buoyant body, and hence increasing efficiency in generating energy from the undulating movement of the medium.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for generating energy from an undulating movement of a medium, comprising a guide unit connected to a frame for guiding movement in a vertical direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an energy generating device.    Float (50)    Water surface (52)    Cover (53)
NOVELTY - The method involves collecting a part of mechanical power of waves with a collecting unit (5), arranged on a transport channel (1) immersed in water having waves surging along one direction, to perform a movement. The unit is moved between a start of travel and an end of travel of the channel. The movement of the unit is transmitted to a generator (8) which transforms the movement into electric power.    USE - Used in sea for producing electric power from mechanical power developed by waves (claimed) using fixed installation located on the coast or floating installation.    ADVANTAGE - The immersion of the transport channel allows to use part of the waves presenting a large mechanical power with respect to surface waves and/or waves which washed out the coast. The collecting unit therefore accumulates certain quantity of mechanical power and transmits it in order to transform it into electric power under the effect of wave. The method permits to produce electric power in a constant manner without depending on the vagaries of the sea. The power produced by the method is offered for the electrolysis of water to produce hydrogen and to store it.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for producing electric power from mechanical power developed by waves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a general schematic view of an electric power producing device.    Transport channel (1)    Start of travel (3a, 4a)    End of travel (3b, 4b)    Collecting unit (5)    Generator (8)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a diffusion prevention layer (27) formed between semiconductor pairs (4) including p-type and n-type semiconductor chip (2,3) and high and low temperature lateral electrodes (5,6). An airtight case (30) includes a metal lid (20) to cover high temperature side insulation board and a metal frame (21) to enclose semiconductor pairs in vacuum state or inert gas atmosphere.    USE - Heat energy-electrical energy direct conversion apparatus using semiconductors of skutterudite, filling skutterudite, Heusler, half Heusler and clathrate structures.    ADVANTAGE - The diffusion in the contact surface of the semiconductors and electrodes is prevented and favorable electric power generation capability is maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective and sectional views of the heat energy-electrical energy direct conversion apparatus.    p-type semiconductor chip (2)    n-type semiconductor chip (3)    semiconductor pair (4)    high temperature lateral electrode (5)    low temperature lateral electrode (6)    metal lid (20)    metal frame (21)    diffusion prevention layer (27)    airtight case (30)
NOVELTY - The coolant surface (23) is formed so that the sloping portion inclines with respect to vertical plane (40) in the thickness direction (29). The surface is immersed into molten metal contained in a substrate (21), for coagulating precipitate of molten metal.    USE - Used in manufacturing sheet type semiconductor for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The disintegration of the precipitate board by concentration of internal stress is prevented and manufacture yield is improved by forming precipitate board of uniform thickness.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the coolant.    substrate (21)    projection plate (22)    coolant surface (23)    thickness direction (29)    vertical plane (40)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has radioactive cooling structure (600) covered by filled layer (400) in cell. The filled layer transits radiation of 4-15 microns.    USE - Used for solar cell module installed on roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Neither crack nor peeling phenomenon occurs at high temperature by the radioactive cooling structure, hence heat resisting property and anti-shock property are improved. Cost is reduced and high conversion efficiency is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    surface cover (100)    cell (200)    interconnect (300)    filled layer (400)    radioactive cooling structure (600)
NOVELTY - An intermediate panel (7) made of silicate glass, is mounted between front and rear panels (2,4). A plano-convex lens (8) is arranged on intermediate panel, coaxially with fresnel lens (3). The distance between intermediate panel and heat sink base (6) is greater than thickness of photocells (5) on rear panel and equal to or less than difference between focal length of convex lens and thickness of intermediate panel.    USE - For ground-based solar power plant for autonomous power supply in different climatic zones.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the photovoltaic module.    front and rear panels (2,4)    fresnel lens (3)    photocells (5)    heat sink base (6)    intermediate panel (7)    plano-convex lens (8)
NOVELTY - The electric power generator has bellows type or flat plate type three-dimensional wind turbine blades (A,A') in a safety dome (6), and a water impeller (B). The water impeller is rotated to generate power, when the water pressure is 0.3 kg/sq cm in water pipes such as tap water. The wind turbine needs a wind speed of 2 m/s.    USE - Installed on roof of house, factory, utility pole, lamp posts for power generation using wind, rain and hydraulic power such as tap water.    ADVANTAGE - The safety and durability of the apparatus are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the electric power generator.    safety dome (6)    dome board (7)    blades (A,A')    water impeller (B)    dome opening (F)
NOVELTY - The sea wave power station has at least one fluid circulating unit with a pump chamber (5) for the receiving and time-variable delivery of fluid, whereby the volume of the pump chamber is variable by wave action on flexible walling (6), thereby displacing fluid from the pump chamber. A pressure chamber (10) is connected to the pump chamber by an outlet valve (9) and connected to the inlet of a turbine (3). A return flow chamber (11) is connected to the outlet of the turbine and connected to the pump chamber by an inlet valve (12).    USE - The power station is for the generating of power from energy produced by wave action of the sea.    ADVANTAGE - The power plant is characterized by its increased efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a wave power station in its operating state.    turbine (3)    pump chamber (5)    flexible walling (6)    outlet valve (9)    pressure chamber (10)    return flow chamber (11)    inlet valve (12)
NOVELTY - The pump has a hollow cylinder perforated between a pump cap and disc1, where the cylinder is anchored to sea bed by a flexible line and anchor. The anchor is kept vertical by a pump float surrounding an upper end of the anchor, and open at a lower end, where the upper end is capped with the cap for allowing movement of a concentric rigid rod. The disc1 with a suction check valve SCV1 is fixed to inside of the cylinder.    USE - Used for a renewable energy electric power generating system using sea waves.    ADVANTAGE - The wave pump is efficient, simple in construction and resists storms of seas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a renewable energy wave pump performance and patent cover.
NOVELTY - A silicon substrate includes p-type and n-type bus bar electrodes (13A-13D) and (14A-14D) which are formed with disconnection section (15) at equal intervals on main surface. P-type finger electrodes (11) extend from p-type bus bar toward n-type bus bar in perpendicular direction, while n-type finger electrodes (12) extend from n-type bus bar toward p-type bus bar, to form in vicinity of finger electrode (11).    USE - For use in solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The short circuit location between the finger electrodes is easily pinpointed, and therefore the characteristic defect of the photovoltaic cell can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for photovoltaic cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a top view of the photovoltaic cell.    p-type finger electrode (11)    n-type finger electrode (12)    p-type bus bar electrodes (13A-13D)    n-type bus bar electrodes (14A-14D)    disconnection section (15)
NOVELTY - The mechanism has a swinging weight (3) at tension springs (4) that are suspended in a ship or a flotation chamber over a pressure pump such as air pump (1) or hydraulic pump, where the weight swings up and swings down in a pumping movement. The pressure pump produces a pressure that is utilized for direct drive of a ship or as a generator for generating a current. The pressure also propels a marine propeller.    USE - Used with a drive system e.g. diesel engine, petrol engine and sail.    ADVANTAGE - The drive mechanism can be manufactured in a simple and inexpensive manner, and can be operated pollution freely. The drive mechanism is very compact and maintenance free.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sea wave driving mechanism.    Air pump (1)    Piston rod (2)    Swinging weight (3)    Tension spring (4)    Housing (7)
NOVELTY - An electrical connection box for solar cells (1) in a module comprises a housing (2) with a protective unit (3-5) giving a current by-pass in case of a shadowed cell. A thermally conductive connection device (6) joins the protective unit to an existing part of the module (8).    USE - As an electrical connection box for solar cells in a module and such a module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Heat dissipation is good and overheating prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell module as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A cross-sectional drawing of the object is shown.    solar cells (1)    housing (2)    by-pass (3-5)    thermally conductive connection (6)    frame (8)
NOVELTY - A connection unit (1) for a photovoltaic solar module comprises a base (3) and at least one push-in housing part (6) with internal electrical connections and components that is directly sealed to the module surface (2). A recess in the base (4) has inner contacts with plug connections, the unit removes energy from the module and is insulated by the base.    USE - As a connecting unit for a photovoltaic solar module, especially a planar one (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The unit can be connected rapidly to the module and individual parts are readily exchanged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A perspective view of the object is shown.    connecting unit (1)    solar module (2)    base (3)    recess (4)    housing part (5)    cable (11)
NOVELTY - A floating unit for electrical energy production comprises two different floats that are built together in a special way. In case of storms, the floats are lowered to the sea-bottom. The current-generating unit ie the transmission and generator are fastened to a basic pipe coupled with a drive pipe.    USE - As a floating unit for electrical energy production.    ADVANTAGE - The floats can be filled with water to sink to the sea bed and thus be protected against storms and pack ice. In the case of a defect the whole plant can be exchanged problem-free.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Cross-sectional drawings of the objects are shown. The drawing contains non-English language text.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an axle (11) with a pair of ends, and a set of disks are disposed along the axle. A set of vanes (41) are disposed on each of the vaned surfaces of the disks. Each vane moves from a position to another position that lies parallel to the vaned surface, where vane stands perpendicular to the vaned surface. A fluid current impinging on the vanes imparts a rotational force to a fluid wheel.    USE - Used for use in a water current e.g. river, stream and tidal current, for turning a generator (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fluid current impinging on the vanes imparts the rotational force to the fluid wheel, thus enabling the fluid driven apparatus in any suitable orientation, and hence maximizing the effectiveness of the fluid driven apparatus for turning a generator to capture a fluid flow in any direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fluid driven apparatus for turning a generator.    Generator (10)    Axle (11)    Disks (20)    Vanes (41)    Frame (50)
NOVELTY - A piezoelectric material (32) is secured to a spring (30). Support springs (50,52) secure one portion of the spring from relative motion along one axis. A proof mass (40) is coupled to another portion of the spring. Environmentally intrinsic vibrational energy produces relative movement between the proof mass and the support springs, and consequent movement of the spring, producing electrical energy by piezoelectric material.    USE - For collecting vibration energy generated by piezoelectric structure, and converting vibrational energy to electrical energy used for powering e.g. tire monitoring system, geophysical monitoring system, self-powered minitoring device, self-powered pacemaker and health monitoring device.    ADVANTAGE - Converts mechanical stress and strain associated with mechanical induced vibration to electric charge that is collected to provide operating power for host of different devices. Can be manufactured in compact form and can be scaled from meso-scale to micro-scale. Miniaturized to the point that power generator might be packaged in a way that it permits ready attachment to packaged integrated circuit. Can be directly fitted to die of integrated circuit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a double acting energy harvester; and    (B) a method for fabricating double acting energy harvester.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the basic configuration of the energy collecting apparatus.    Spring (30)    Piezoelectric material (32)    Proof mass (40)    Support springs (50,52)
NOVELTY - A support structure secures a piezoelectric device (24) coupled to a proof mass (90) which moves according to environmentally intrinsic vibrational energy. A force generator applies controllable force to the proof mass, and adjusts resonant frequency of an energy harvesting apparatus to conform with the frequency of environmentally intrinsic vibrational energy.    USE - For harvesting and converting environmentally intrinsic vibrational energy into electrical energy in e.g. sensor, structural health monitoring device.    ADVANTAGE - Offers small-size apparatus with improved energy harvesting capability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of the principal part of the energy harvesting apparatus.    Conductor (16)    Piezoelectric device (24)    Cantilever beam (34)    Proof mass (90)    Coil (100)
NOVELTY - A wave booster increases the amplitude of surface waves (22) in part of water with the aid of wave energy in a predetermined area where waves are exploited. A wave energy transformer (10), arranged in the predetermined area, includes a drivable converter (12) that transforms a portion of energy in the boosted surface waves into electrical energy.    USE - For transforming energy from flowing water into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Enables cost effective generation of electricity from water power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a wave energy transforming method; and    (B) a hydroelectric power system utilizing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of hydroelectric power system.    Hydroelectric power system (1)    Water level (9)    Wave energy transformer (10)    Drivable converter (12)    Surface waves (22)
NOVELTY - The generator has a path (7) for communicating heating fluid (8) to heat one side of thermoelectric module (12) with p-type and n-type thermoelectric elements (1,2) connected in series, and path (10) for communicating cooling fluid (11) to cool other side of module. A path (15) is provided between module and path (7) for communicating cooling fluid (25) quickly, when the heating fluid temperature exceeds specific temperature.    USE - For generating electric power from high temperature gas such as vehicle exhaust gas.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric elements are prevented by abnormal high temperature, hence the favorable capability of the generator is maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric generator.    p-type thermoelectric element (1)    n-type thermoelectric element (2)    heating fluid communicating path (7)    heating fluid (8)    cooling liquid communicating paths (10,15)    cooling fluids (11,25)    thermoelectric module (12)
NOVELTY - The power generation apparatus has a box joined movably with a bracket at each end of a lever for driving the lever to make the lever perform swinging action. A swinging speed increasing mechanism is provided for increasing the lever up-down swinging speed. A regulator adjusted for changing the moment of the lever is movably attached to one side of each box.    USE - Power generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies construction, improves usage convenience and achieves cost reduction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the power generation apparatus.
NOVELTY - A coating liquid contains an acetylacetone indium, an organometallic compound for dopants, a cellulose derivative, an organic dye, an alkyl phenol and/or alkenyl phenol, dibasic ester, and/or benzyl acetate. The total amount of acetylacetone indium and organometallic compound for dopants is 1-30 wt.%. The amount of cellulose derivative is 0.1-5 wt.%, and that of organic dye is 0.05-2 wt.%.    USE - For manufacture of transparent electrically conductive film (claimed) used in touch panels and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The coating liquid forms conductive film having favorable electroconductivity and transparency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of transparent electrically conductive film which involves applying above coating liquid on a substrate, drying and baking at 400degreesC or more; and    (2) transparent electrically conductive film formed by above method.
NOVELTY - The working fluid is compressed to a preset pressure to produce high pressure working fluid. A turbine (2) generates electrical or mechanical energy by reducing pressure of working fluid. A recuperator (5) transfers sensible and latent heat from fluid exiting the turbine. The water is injected into the high pressure working fluid after recuperation and before transfer of heat from fluid heat stream to working fluid.    USE - For converting thermal energy of fluid into electrical energy using indirect-fired Brayton cycle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves overall conversion efficiency of the thermal energy into electrical energy within the cycle, by injecting water to extract additional thermal energy. The closed configuration of the system, allows continuous usage of the mixture of the gases within the system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for energy conversion system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the energy conversion system.    turbine (2)    compressor (4)    recuperator (5)    heater (6)    preheater (8)
NOVELTY - Drilled wells are used to heat and vaporize work fluid such that the specific mass of work fluid in rising drainage is reduced, producing an ascending and descending drainage in a hydraulic tube. The vapor operates a steam turbine that actuates a liquid turbine. The turbines are connected to fluid transport pumps, condensation pumps, recirculation pumps and an electrical energy generator.    USE - For oil fields.    ADVANTAGE - Generates vapor to operate steam turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the geothermal energy system.
NOVELTY - A housing (2) has an elongate belt (14) wound between rollers (16) and equipped with equally spaced paddles (18). An air pressurized dry chamber (20) and a water chamber (10) are above and under the belt. In operation, waves enter into the housing via opening (8) and engage the paddles, enabling the belt to rotate the rollers. A power generator provides electricity using the roller rotation.    USE - For producing electricity from kinetic energy of waves present in bodies of water found in e.g. rivers, lakes, seas, oceans, and using electricity to propel marine vessel e.g. twin hulled vessels.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances efficiency of electricity generation, since resistance in belt and roller rotation is reduced. Can be placed on water up to depth suitable for maximizing kinetic energy from water waves, or can be submerged completely with minimal environmental impact. Has simplified, cost effective construction that can be installed to river bank, sea bed, etc.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a unit for propelling a marine vessel;    (B) an array of wave generators;    (C) and an array of marine vessel propelling units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a partial cutaway view of an endless loop wave generator.    Housing (2)    Opening (8)    Water chamber (10)    Belt (14)    Rollers (16)    Paddles (18)    Dry chamber (20)
NOVELTY - The temperature regulating mixed plate photovoltaic heat collector includes tank with transparent cover plate, solar cell set inside the tank and wires, and features that inside the tank, there are also finned heat transferring tube plate strip comprising heat conducting metal pipe and heat absorbing metal fins and connecting unit. The solar cell is connected to the light accepting surface of the heat transferring strip, and the wires are led out from the tank. The present invention has the finned heat transferring tube plate strip ultrasonically welded, solar cell sealed with transparent cover plate or single layer sealing agent, electric insulation between the heat transferring tube plate strip and the solar cell with epoxy adhesive and aluminum nitride stuffing, the present invention has reliable heat transfer and sealing, low cost and high production efficiency, and is suitable for various kinds of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The temperature regulating mixed transparent photovoltaic tube includes transparent glass tube, solar cell set inside the tube and wires, and features that inside the transparent glass tube, there is also finned heat transferring tube plate strip comprising heat conducting metal pipe and heat absorbing metal fins. The solar cell is connected to the light accepting surface of the heat transferring strip, the wires are led out from the sealed end of the transparent glass tube, and the heat conducting metal pipe has its end led out of the sealed end of the transparent glass tube. The present invention has the finned heat transferring tube plate strip ultrasonically welded, solar cell sealed with transparent glass or single layer sealing agent, electric insulation between the heat transferring tube plate strip and the solar cell with epoxy adhesive and aluminum nitride stuffing. The present invention has reliable heat transfer and sealing, low cost and high production efficiency, and is suitable for various kinds of solar cell.
NOVELTY - Sunlight and ocean has huge energy. The sea power generator utilizes ocean wave and tide causing surface water level change and buoyancy change of floats to apply force to pull rod, so that the generator in the sea bottom or on the floats produces electricity. The sea power generator is suitable for use in various sea area. Similarly, the temperature difference generator can produce electricity through moving piston in cylinder with proper refrigerant in set temperature and pressure. The temperature difference generator is suitable for use in various environment with obvious temperature difference, including outer space. In addition, water absorbing coating and structure may be used to obtain condensed fresh water at the same time.
NOVELTY - Multi-function energy converter, using metal as casing, inputting free electron with definite density under conduction of changing free electron attracted force, forming the inner core formed of free electron aggregation, inputting the needed work current to make the inner free electron pointing to one direction and rotating in same direction, and keeping super conduction under high temperature, which can provide electric power directly to user without other energy source, said invention can also set one or several small hole pipe line on metal casing for resolving water molecule into hydrogen and oxygen in flow said pipe line.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a high-magnification heavy-duty generator, which is a sophisticated technique of energy science development in new century. The invention can save large quantity of limited resource, and reduce air environmental pollution effectively. Besides, it needs small investment to develop and construct the generator, only 7% of the investment of fossil-fired power, hydroelectricity and nuclear power. It has a main frame without any other accessory equipment.
NOVELTY - The field-deployable resource harnessing apparatus (2010) includes a reflector (2014) which reflects a radiant electromagnetic energy to produce a concentration of electromagnetic energy. A safety member provides a physical barrier that partially surrounds the concentration of electromagnetic energy from the reflector.    USE - For portable solar cooking, heating and/or energizing apparatus. Applicable in e.g. remote field work, emergency response, disaster relief, outdoor recreation e.g. backpacking, camping, picnicking, boating. Also used as resource tool or creativity-simulating tool for teaching or learning aid in other activities in e.g. land, subterranean, marine, sub-marine, airborne and/or non-terrestrial environments.    ADVANTAGE - Enables simple carrying and storing of apparatus since apparatus is inflatable or collapsible. Allows removable attachment of different accessory modules and/or components. Ensures simple use of apparatus with improved performance, versatility and safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a field deployable reflector apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic side elevational view of field-deployable resource harnessing apparatus.    Field-deployable resource harnessing apparatus (2010)    Reflector (2014)
NOVELTY - The electrical energy generated by water is supplied through a lead wire to a conductor (1) and is utilized for producing heat energy for thermal stimulation and friction stimulation.    USE - For utilizing water to produce electricity. The same technique may also be used for producing electricity from soil, plant, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The living environment is improved by avoiding pollution and global warming by use of chemicals.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) utilization method of plant for electricity production; and    (2) utilization method of soil for electricity production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the example of conductor.    conductor (1)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (100) has a capacitor connected to the output terminal of the substrate photovoltaic cell (1) mounted on a steel plate (2).    USE - E.g. steel plate roof material integrated solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively reduces the damage caused by lightning-surge electric current. Improves the mechanical strength and atmospheric corrosion resistance efficiency. Does not require additional installation space and does not impair the external appearance of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layout of the solar cell module.    substrate photovoltaic cell (1)    steel plate (2)    steel plate roof material integrated solar cell module (100)
NOVELTY - The mixture ratio and the temperature of the waste edible oil and waste lubricating oil are controlled during the stirring and mixing of both the oils. The mixed oil is thermally decomposed and gasified for generating a gas subjected to catalytic reformation for obtaining a reformed gas. The unnecessary component is removed from a condensate obtained by cooling the reformed gas for obtaining modified fuel oil.    USE - For generation of electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents generation of odor during combustion by removing unnecessary component from condensate obtained by cooling reformed gas and improves combustion efficiency of modified fuel oil.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric power generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the electric power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    waste edible oil storage tank (1)    waste lubricating oil storage tank (2)    mixing tank (3)    temperature sensor (5)    stirrer (6)    thermal decomposition apparatus (7)    modified fuel oil storage tank (18)
NOVELTY - The device has a set of parallel substrates holding a set of photovoltaic sensors (CP) and a set of switchable active films (FA). The active films act on solar radiation in a controlled and reversible manner. The sensors produce electric energy, and the films permit active control of light and thermal effects of the solar radiation in visible radiation and in infrared radiation that is transmitted across or beside zone of the sensors.    USE - Used in a building site, as a vertical or horizontal glazing (claimed) in a roof, wall, bay, or facing of a building, for transforming solar radiation into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The device permits to simultaneously produce electric energy and control the light and thermal effects of the solar radiation using the photovoltaic sensors and the switchable active film, respectively. The device permits to reduce various operations of a building site.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photovoltaic solar array device.    Electric connections (CFA, CP)    Active films (FA)    Photovoltaic cells (P)    Photovoltaic panels (1, 2)
NOVELTY - Thermoelectric, semiconducting material is bonded with the actual contact material by ultrasonic welding. The thermoelectric semiconducting material is provided with a barrier layer of borides, nitrides, carbides, phosphides and/or silicides. This layer is connected with the actual contact material, using ultrasonic welding. Alternatively the contact material is provided with a barrier layer as specified, for ultrasonic bonding with the thermoelectric semiconducting material.    USE - A thermoelectric module. The module is a thermoelectric generator or Peltier effect arrangement (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method of contacting described, results in secure mechanical connection. The properties of the thermoelectric material remain constant over the long term. These qualities are maintained, even at temperatures above 400degreesC. Detailed discussion of the process and materials is included.
NOVELTY - The system has a chamber (120) for adjusting a natural frequency of oscillation of a wave energy device. An establishing unit establishes wave conditions in which the wave energy device is floating and adjusting the natural frequency of the wave energy device in response to the wave conditions. The chamber includes a valve (121) on an air side of the chamber and also a valve on a water side of the chamber.    USE - Used in a wave energy device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The chamber adjusts the natural frequency of oscillation of the wave energy device, thus increasing power absorption from a variety of different frequency waves, and hence altering the resonant frequency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a wave energy device having a control system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a wave energy device.    Chamber (120)    Valve (121)    Opening (122)    Water (115)
NOVELTY - The window blind has the normal functionality of variable sun screen but converts the excluded light into electricity. The slats (2) are made with photovoltaic cells fixed to the slat's upper surface. The slats face towards the external light to collect and convert it to electricity.    USE - For reducing light entering a building and for producing electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Provides energy window blind which enables ready application into retro and new build market, and can be installed by individual without any specific skills, and can contribute to reduction in global warming.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the construction of the energy window blind.    Headrail (1)    Slats (2)    Ladder braid (3)    Inverter (5)    Plug (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a mass forming unit (2) set in relative motion with respect to a closed floating unit (1) under action of waves on the floating unit. A locking unit (13) locks the movement of the mass forming unit. A control unit controls the locking unit to selectively lock or release the mass forming unit so as to amplify the movement of the mass forming unit by constant adaptation to dynamics of the apparatus to successive waves.    USE - Used for converting wave energy into electric power, in random sea (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The control unit controls the locking unit to selectively lock or release the mass forming unit so as to amplify the movement of the mass forming unit, thus increasing energetic yield and robustness of the apparatus. The apparatus avoids installation of tended anchorings or superstructures fixed to the bottom of the sea, so that anchoring of the apparatus is made simple and inexpensive and a reduced visual impact can be presented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for converting wave energy into electric power using a wave energy converting apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an apparatus for converting wave energy into an electric power.    Closed floating unit (1)    Mass forming unit (2)    Rotation axis (4)    Wheels (12)    Locking unit (13)
NOVELTY - The device has a massfree electrical radiation transmitter, and a radiation receiver tuned to resonance with a damped wave frequency of the transmitter. A co-resonant output circuit extracts electrical or electrokinetic energy from the receiver. A transmission cavity is provided between the transmitter and the receiver, and an oscillatory pulsed glow discharge device is incorporated in the circuit.    USE - Used for the conversion of massfree radiation into electrical or electrokinetic energy.    ADVANTAGE - The device effectively converts the massfree radiation into the electrical or electrokinetic energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a Tesla coil connected to a full-wave rectifier to form an energy conversion device.    Vibrator (2)    Primary winding (4)    Secondary winding (6)    Diodes (8, 10)    Reservoir capacitors (12, 14)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has flexible insulated resin substrates (10,11) arranged opposing each other such that the N-type and P-type thermoelectric elements (4) are connected in series using the electrodes (5) on the substrates and the elements are arranged between the substrates.    USE - Thermoelectric conversion module used in optical communication system, physical and chemical apparatus and portable cooler, for generating electric power using Seeback effect.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible substrates deform according to the temperature of the target object contacting the module, and the deterioration of the module can be prevented reliably, thereby increasing the durability of the module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the arrangement of thermoelectric elements in the thermoelectric conversion module.    thermoelectric conversion module (1)    thermoelectric elements (4)    electrodes (5)    flexible insulated substrates (10,11)
NOVELTY - The edge part of the pillar reinforcement (4) of the N-type thermoelectric element (5b) was fixed on the electrode (2) of the second substrate (7), while the other end side of the pillar (3) was fixed on the electrode of the first substrate (6). The thermoelectric elements (5,5a,5b) were set with the pillar of the square pole shape. The pillar reinforcement has greater width and depth formed at one end side of the pillar.    USE - For optical communication, physics and chemistry apparatus, portable cooler.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the yield of the goods, while providing easy and reliable manufacturing operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a thermoelectric conversion module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the thermoelectric conversion module and the application of the thermoelectric element.    Electrode (2)    Pillar (3)    Pillar reinforcement (4)    Thermoelectric elements (5,5a,5b)    First substrate (6)    Second substrate (7)
NOVELTY - A Seebeck element (7) converts the excess heat energy discharged from an exothermic source (3) into electric energy for recycling.    USE - E.g. electrophotographic image forming device (claimed) e.g. laser printer.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient waste heat management is enabled and hence energy saving of the electronic device is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for image forming device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of the image forming device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    image forming unit (2)    exothermic source (3)    exhaust port (5)    exhaust gas path (6)    Seebeck element (7)
NOVELTY - Thermo-electric power generating elements (16) produce an electromotive force by the temperature difference at the high and low temperature sides. An annular band (32) presses and constrains some of the elements on the outer surface of a high temperature side heat exchanger (12). The band has a force absorber (40) to accept the circumferential expansion and contraction of the band.    USE - E.g. for motor vehicle engine.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures that thermo-electric power generating element is appropriately held between high and low temperature sides using simplified structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the electric power generator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric power generator (10)    High temperature side heat exchanger (12)    Thermo-electric power generating elements (16)    Annular band (32)    Force absorber (40)
NOVELTY - An amplified electricity generating device includes an elastic rotary body (58) that amplifies rotational power generated by the action of a seesaw action direction and angle lever section (8) to generate amplified electricity. An elastic collision device, rotatably supported by a shaft in parallel to a relative rotation body (6), generates a repetitive rotary motion within a predetermined angle range to convert rotation of a lever.    USE - For providing electricity to e.g. industrial field, production field.    ADVANTAGE - Can provide cheap electricity to industrial fields, and can be applied to a power plant at low construction cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of positive power electricity generation system.    Relative rotation body (6)    Seesaw action direction and angle lever section (8)    Motor group (20)    Ball joint shaft (40)    Elastic rotary body (58)
NOVELTY - The system has an acoustic-to-electric transducer (100) that is electronically connected to a converter. The converter is connected to a diode for providing energy which turns a shaft of a flywheel. The flywheel has magnets that turn when the shaft turns, to create an electric current in a stator to store dischargeable power. The stator is connected to a rectifier that is connectable to an appliance requiring power.    USE - Used for e.g. vehicle, remote appliance and road sign warning light (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The flywheel turns when the shaft turns to create the electric current in the stator to store the dischargeable power, thus providing power at relatively low cost with low maintenance requirements.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of providing power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a power providing system.    Acoustic- to-electric transducer (100)    Converter (110)    Diode (115)    Flywheel (120)    Shaft (125)
NOVELTY - The surface protection sheet (7) comprises a transparent resin film layer (11) containing a polychloro-trifluoro-ethylene resin.    USE - For module of solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inexpensive surface protection sheet has excellent heat resistance, weather resistance and damping resistance, and provides solar cell with excellent output characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The surface protection sheet further has inner surface base film layer (12).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of stacked structure of the surface protection sheet.    surface protection sheet (7)    resin film layer (11)    inner surface base film layer (12)
NOVELTY - Optical testing devices (3,3',3'') in a test area (TA) perform a visual check on solar cells (SC) (2). A testing device (4) tests the electrical functions of the SC with a lighting device for irradiating the SC. An electric contacting device picks up voltages on the contacts of the SC. A common linear conveyor-belt system (7) runs through the TA.    USE - For checking on manufacturing quality of solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - A vacuum suction device holds the solar cells (SC) on a surface of the conveyor-belt system. As a result, cycle times for testing the SC are considerably reduced and savings can be made on an expensive robot for shifting the SC between individual conveyor devices as well as on the considerable space needed for a usual rotary indexing table. At the same, damage caused by shifting the SC is also prevented and greater accuracy is achieved in optical testing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top-view diagram of the present invention in operation seen from above.    Test system (1)    Solar cell (2)    First optical testing device (3)    Second optical testing device (3')    Third optical testing device (3'')    Testing device (4)
NOVELTY - The system has a generator and a heat exchanger (10). An agent with very low boiling point like air, nitrogen, methane, oxygen, is pumped under pressure and below a critical temperature into a low grade geothermal area. The low grade geothermal area holds gas at a pressure similar to the gas in natural oil and gas wells. Electricity is generated based upon retrieval of the agent.    USE - Geothermal power system.    ADVANTAGE - The agent with very low boiling point liked air, nitrogen, methane, oxygen, is pumped under the pressure and below the critical temperature into the low grade geothermal area, thus generating economical and sustainable energy for the grid, heating and transportation, and hence clearing and cooling an atmosphere so as to reverse the greenhouse effects.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a geothermal power system.    Storage reservoir (2)    Turbine (7)    Gas (8)    Heat exchanger (10)    Generator (11)
NOVELTY - The electrical power generation apparatus includes at least one converter for converting light to electrical power, at least one reflector spaced from the converter to receive the light and produce reflected light that illuminates at least a portion of the reflector, and at least one ferrule coupled to the reflector and adapted to have light emerge from a polished terminated end thereof.    USE - For producing electrical power used in e.g. residential building.    ADVANTAGE - Optimizes material usage and cost effectiveness and provides greater sun energy for photovoltaic cells illumination.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing electrical power using a compact solar module apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure depicts an enlarged partial cross-sectional view illustrating detail of light transmission from a single optical fiber to solar cells positioned at a fixed distance from a concave mirror.    Coupler (400)    Ferrule (720)    Mirror clamp (730)    Clear plate (740)    Spacer (750)
NOVELTY - The wave-energy absorbing device includes one or more hollow concrete blocks (1) which have a wave-receiving surface and a parallel opposite surface supported on a sloping rubble mound (2). One or more flexible wave-receiving tubes (3) are held within the hollow concrete blocks.    USE - For e.g. wave-energy conversion, breakwater applications, wave power used in conjunction with tidal energy generation, or for water desalination.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient absorption of wave energy with minimal wave reflection and transmission.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a wave-energy absorbing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional view of wave-energy absorbing device.    Hollow concrete blocks (1)    Sloping rubble mound (2)    Flexible wave-receiving tubes (3)    Lower opening (4)    Top (5)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a group of electrodes placed in a thermo-electric glass tube under vacuum or gaseous atmosphere. A reflector (7) concentrates solar radiation on a cathode (3) for leading the cathode to an electronic emission temperature directed on an anode (1) through a grid (4). The grid is disposed between the anode and the cathode and is maintained using two supports (9).    USE - Solar thermoelectric converter apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The reflector and thermo-electric tube assembly follows the sun by using the tube in inclined vertical or horizontal position according to the location. The length of the tube is chosen to obtain reflected surface ratio and adequate temperature of the cathode with reduced cumbersomeness. The reflector concentrates the solar radiation on the cathode for leading the cathode to electronic emission temperature, so that the apparatus ensures liberation of electrons so as to increase the density of the cathodic emissions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a tube and reflector assembly.    Anode (1)    Cathode (3)    Grid (4)    Reflector (7)    Supports (9)
NOVELTY - A sheet collector comprises a light guide sheet formed by interposing a light guide layer (12) of high refractive index material, between a light receiving layer (11) of low refractive index and an intermediate layer (13). A diffuse reflection layer (14) formed of resin containing air bubbles is formed by gas foam extrusion, on the intermediate layer side of the light guide sheet.    USE - Used as a sheet-type collector used in a solar cell sheet (claimed), e.g. a roller blind comprising a solar cell, solar cell lamination steel plate, solar cell building material, solar cell transporting apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell sheet has improved condensing property and workability, and reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic model of the solar cell sheet with the sheet-type collector.    light receiving layer (11)    light guide layer (12)    intermediate layer (13)    diffuse reflection layer (14)    lighting region (15)
NOVELTY - The device has a cylindrical floating object with a ballast fitted to its lower end and a power generation apparatus fitted to its upper end. An air chamber is formed between a buoyancy control chamber of the object and the power generation apparatus. The generation apparatus comprises air turbine installed at upper portion of the air chamber and driven by air stream produced due to vertical movement of the water level.    USE - For wave activated power generation plant (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Improves power generation efficiency, at reduced cost, while ensuring excellent maintenance and safety property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for wave activated power generation plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the wave activated generator.    windmill (11)    generator (12)    hydrogen tanks (21,22)    electrolyzer (25)
NOVELTY - The pressing pins (4) has a pressing portion for pressing the heated inner leads (3) on electrodes (2) and joining the leads to the electrodes using solder. The pins have a front portion (6) with a guiding portion for guiding the leads towards the electrodes.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module with single crystal/polycrystalline silicon solar cells, installed e.g. on roofs of house.    ADVANTAGE - Even inner leads with large undulations can be joined to electrodes with high joining strength. Position offset of the leads during joining is prevented. Power generation efficiency of the solar cell module is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of a solar cell module manufacturing apparatus.    solar cell element (1)    electrodes (2)    inner leads (3)    pressing pins (4)    front portion (6)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell (1) surrounded by ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) (2) and light receiving surface glass (4) are laminated to form a solar cell module (10). The solar cell module is exposed in supercritical or sub-critical atmosphere and the base material in photovoltaic cell is removed by decomposing EVA.    USE - For removing solar cell base material from solar cell module used in solar energy power generation system for domestic and business buildings.    ADVANTAGE - Silicon base material of solar cell module is effectively removed from the solar cell module and is recycled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic cell (1)    EVA (2)    Back cover (3)    Light receiving surface glass (4)    Frame (6)    Solar cell module (10)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module (20) has photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The components (6, 2) are formed using preset resin material. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. Main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has favorable electric power generation efficiency, and curvature is easily suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module (20) has a photovoltaic cell (1), a front cover component (6), a reverse-side cover component (2), a glass plate (8) provided between components (2,6), and filling component (3). The component (6) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at sunray injection surface. The component (2) is formed using preset resin material, and is provided at reverse side of sunray injecting surface. The filling component is provided between component (2) and glass plate. The main portion of photovoltaic cell is arranged in filling component, such that filling component is sealed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    photovoltaic cell (1)    reverse-side cover component (2)    filler (3)    photovoltaic cell main portion (4)    surface cover component (6)    shock absorbing material (7)    green glass board (8)    solar cell module (20)
NOVELTY - Exhaust gas in an exhaust gas branched path (44) contacts a heat collecting fin (50B) whose one surface becomes high temperature side while contacting a contact plate (50A) and other surface becomes a low temperature side. Thermo-electric power generating components (52) generate electromotive force by temperature difference of the high temperature side and low temperature side of the heat collecting fin.    USE - For generating electric power in motor vehicle using heat of exhaust gas of motor vehicle engine.    ADVANTAGE - Generates electric power efficiently with simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is the sectional drawing of the exhaust gas heat electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Exhaust gas branched path (44)    Contact plate (50A)    Heat collecting fin (50B)    Thermo-electric power generating components (52)    Electric power generating unit (56)
NOVELTY - An engine cylinder head (1) has exhaust gas port (2) and concave portions (10) formed at the exit end face (3). An exhaust manifold (4) with concave portions (11) formed at an inlet port flange (5), is attached to the cylinder head through a gasket (6), by press-engagement of the concave portions (10,11) with respect to the thermo-elements (13) inserted in the through-holes (12) of gasket.    USE - For attaching thermo-element used for generating electric power for battery, to exhaust pipe of four-cylinder engine in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient generation of electric power, steadily due to the temperature difference of the exit end face of cylinder head and inlet port flange of exhaust manifold by engaging the thermo-element with respective concave portions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded isometric view of thermo-element attachment structure.    engine cylinder head (1)    exhaust gas port (2)    exit end face (3)    exhaust manifold (4)    inlet port flange (5)    gasket (6)    concave portions (10,11)    through-hole (12)    thermo-element (13)
NOVELTY - The invention relates to electronic power generator solves the primary source of energy leads to nature's free availability as a raw material which is unavailability, and what is available is in adequate and irregular. This electronic generator gives the solution for the primary source of energy availability. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A power generation apparatus for generation of power from the energy present in waves in an ocean, comprises a) at least one stationary platform (E) located above mean sea level, with its length oriented substantially parallel to predominant wave fronts at the site b) several floats (L) suspended from longer side of that platform so that top of each float remains above the water line, the floats being spaced apart along the longer side of the platform c) three pulleys (HI,U,H2) for each float, the pulleys being mounted on the platform with a steel wire rope (K) passing over each outer pulley (HI,H2) and wound once around the middle pulley (J) d) each float being attached to one free end of the steel wire and a counterweight (M) of half the weight (W) of the float being attached to the other free end of the steel wire rope; e) a compressor (P) filled with a fluid located under the middle pulley, with the piston of the compressor connected to the middle pulley; f) pipes (R) connecting the compressor to a pressure vessel; g) a turbine connected to the pressure vessel; and h) optionally storage tanks for storing the fluid released from the turbine, for reuse by the compressor. Image 2/2
NOVELTY - This invention relates to an integrated generating set with wind power, wave power and solar energy in shoal reef, which belongs to renewable energy sources generating field. The device comprises a normal wind-driven generator setting on the mount, a tractive generator operating with wave throw float gravity, solar battery setting in float and generator mount, and sea frame. The device gives priority to the tractive generator, and uses the normal wind-driven generator and solar photovoltaic battery to assist. The device is more balance and stable compared with present generation with single renewable energy, and has high efficiency of resource using; meanwhile, it has a big difficulty of construction.
NOVELTY - The inhomogeneous capacitor comprises two dielectric materials having high and low mass densities, respectively arranged between electrodes made of different conducting materials. The dielectric materials of both the electrodes, is 50,000 or greater.    USE - For cylindrical field converter (FC) cell used in cylindrical self propulsion engine for power generation applications including large and small scale power generators, home power generator, for electric vehicle such as electrically driven car and for braking applications and remote applications such as space missions and third world energy production.    ADVANTAGE - Enables power generation at low cost without dependence on oil and other environmental consequences.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) array of cells for generating inhomogeneous electric field; and    (2) combination of flywheel and cells mounted on flywheel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cylindrical field converter.
NOVELTY - The method involves installing a coil (200) in the inner surface of an existing sewer line (A) which conducts electric power generated upon flowing of sewage water. The coil is integrated in the inner tube (E) which arranges inside the existing sewer line.    USE - E.g. for generating electric power for use in street light.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to harness water waste to generate electric power to be used by traffic lights.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional drawing of the existing sewer line.    Tube (4)    Disconnected coil (20)    Coil (200)    Existing sewer line (A)    Inner tube (E)
NOVELTY - A converter (36) is used for connecting the electric power of an induction generator (32a) and an electric power system (4). The gas engine generates power according to the combustion of fuel gas and air mixture. The converter consists of a pulse width modulation (PWM) system.    USE - For use in generator of electric power system to generate electric power using biomass as fuel.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures stable operation control of the gas engine generator thus generating system interconnection facilitation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an operation method of biomass electric power generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - he figure shows the schematic view of the biomass electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Electric power system (4)    Blower (24)    Induction generator (32a)    Mixer (33)    Converter (36)
NOVELTY - An electric power generator (10) has a solar cell module on which light is irradiated via an irradiation panel. A sunlight condensing unit (12) condenses natural light, and an artificial light generator (14) generates light using lamp, LED, etc. A superimposition unit (16) superimposes the artificial light with the condensed natural light, and transmits it to the panel using an optical fiber (26).    USE - Solar cell electric power generation system used in e.g. home interior/outdoors.    ADVANTAGE - Temperature rise of the solar cell is minimized, since sunlight does not fall directly on the solar cell. Hence increases the electric power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of a solar cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    electric power generator (10)    sunlight condensing unit (12)    artificial light generator (14)    superimposition unit (16)    optical fiber (26)
NOVELTY - The wave-energy generation unit includes a gyroscope (1) linked to a wave motion follower arrangement and held in a casing (2) anchored to a sea bed. The movement of the wave motion follower arrangement due to a wave motion is linked to the gyroscope through a timed linkage.    USE - For use in sea.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates adjustment of operation in response to varying wave conditions. Enables producing potential energy from moving volumes of fluid or wave motion. Reduces risk of contamination since all rotating parts are totally enclosed, hence reducing maintenance. All machine parts can be placed below surface of sea, thus ensuring zero impact on seascape.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the operation of gyroscope.    Gyroscope (1)    Casing (2)
NOVELTY - An ocean energy accumulator (108) that holds fluid under pressure is connected by controllable valves and a piping to a hydraulic motor. The motor drives an electrical power generator (112) or alternator. Fluid is cycled from the accumulator through the motor and returned to the accumulator for subsequent pressurization. The accumulator has an expandable bladder submerged in the ocean.    USE - For generating electrical power out of energy obtained from the ocean.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the harnessing of great ocean surface potential energy and using the enormous ocean depth background pressure and its vast space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the ocean energy accumulator operating in ocean depths.    Hydraulic fluid (102)    Accumulator (108)    Electrical power generator (112)    Return hose (114)    Electrical grid (124)
NOVELTY - The generator has an internal combustion engine for generating electrical energy, where the engine converts an input energy into an electrical energy and rejects thermal energy. A thermoelectric device (402) is in thermal contact with the engine, and generates electrical energy by using the rejected thermal energy of the engine. An electric circuit combines the electrical energy output to produce an electrical power output.    USE - Electrical power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric device generates the electrical energy by using the rejected thermal energy of the engine, thus boosting the total electrical power production of the generator, and hence boosting an overall energy conversion efficiency of the generator without wasting the thermal energy ejected from the engine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating alternating current electrical power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a thermoelectric device is used as part of an electrical power generator.    Generator (400)    Internal combustion engine (401)    Thermoelectric device (402)    Rectifier (404)    Inverter (405)
NOVELTY - The equipment comprises a thermo-electric module (14) attached to a pipeline (5) through which cooling water used for cooling internal combustion engine (1), is supplied to a radiator (4). Another thermoelectric module (15) is attached to a pipeline (12) through which cooling water used for cooling exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) gas, is supplied to the radiator.    USE - For use with prime mover, incinerator, internal combustion engine such as diesel engine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient recovery of the exhaust heat generated by the internal combustion engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the waste heat recovery equipment.    internal combustion engine (1)    pipelines (5,12)    thermoelectric modules (14,15)
NOVELTY - The generator has a vehicular fuel delivery system with a bulk fuel tank for storing liquid fuel and a fuel pump for providing pressurized liquid fuel to an internal combustion engine. A thermoelectric generator (19) is close-coupled to a fuel combustor (21), and converts the heat from fuel combustion into electrical power. A combustor fuel delivery system supplies the liquid fuel to the combustor for combustion.    USE - Used for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric generator close-coupled to the fuel combustor converts the heat from the fuel combustion into the electrical power that is supplied to the battery, thus allowing to increase the life-time of the battery without the need to change frequently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a vehicular auxiliary power generator.    Fuel reservoir (11)    Valve (15)    Thermoelectric generator (19)    Fuel combustor (21)    Voltage regulator (25)
NOVELTY - A hydraulic conduit (14) connected between pressure vessels (10,12) containing fluid (16), allows fluid to flow between vessels. A motor (24) converts hydraulic power obtained from the fluid flow into electrical power. A controller controls heat exchange assembly including coils (42,44), to alternately produce increased pressure in one vessel compared to another, so as to enable fluid flow through the motor alternately between vessel.    USE - Power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The power plant is simple and allows continuous generation of power by controlling fluid flow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of generating power in power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the power plant.    pressure vessels (10,12)    hydraulic conduit (14)    fluid (16)    motor (24)    coils (42,44)
NOVELTY - Each cylinder has a fixed lid and a rotary lid each with an opening for entry of water into the base. The rotary lid has spheres on the auxiliary face to absorb water pressure to rotate under the fixed lid through stops and stays. A gasket is provided in each opening. The bases of the cylinders match the mouths of the cylinders for the expulsion of water that infiltrates the cylinders.    USE - For driving two cylinder systems oppositely.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Two cylinders are arranged horizontally. Each cylinder has a piston and a gear pair for driving the corresponding electric generator. A toothed wheel and a speed multiplier transmit the generated electricity through a conductor to actuate an electric motor to drive the cylinder systems and for external consumption.
NOVELTY - Hybrid solar collector locates in its middle part photovoltaic module, whose photovoltaic generator (1) is surrounded by vacuum tube collectors on left and right side. Preferably, vacuum tubes (2,2a) are fitted round photovoltaic module at same level to prevent mutual shading.Compound parabolic concentrator (4) lies 17mm below vacuum tubes for optimal utilisation of solar radiation, with concentrator mirror W-shaped. In collector, condenser is directly surrounded by heat exchange liquid for optimum heat exchange. Transition from heat pipe to collector tube is formed by special, long service life seal. On collector rear side is fitted air and water cooler for photovoltaic module.    USE - For water heating and current generation.    ADVANTAGE - New concept of hybrid design.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic sections of invented hybrid collector.    generator (1)    vacuum tubes (2,2a)    concentrator (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves arranging a silicon column body at a side, and dissipating wafer with pair of parallel edges and rounded transitions between them. Parallel edges with the length of a column axis are produced, where edges are provided at constant distance to each other. The wafer is separated from the silicon column body. Solar cells are manufactured from mono crystalline silicon, where the silicon is designed as pseudo octagon.    USE - Used for production of solar cells for a multi cell photo volatile equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces solar cells which is less sensitive to impinging or breaking damages and allows close packing of the cells in a Photovolatile equipment. The method permits to produce the solar cells in economical and efficient manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for several multicell modules that consists of several solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar cell.    Edges (2a, 2b,2c, 2d, 2f, 2g)    Transitions (3)    Power bus (5)
NOVELTY - The method involves converting a low oscillating renewable kinetic energy into heat energy, and preparing and storing a standardized compressed air. A renewable solar radiation and kinetic energy in the form of heat energy is collected and stored. The stored standardized compressed air and heat energy is returned to a conversion system. The heat energy is converted into mechanical/electrical energy in a heat engine.    USE - Used for integrating renewable energy e.g. solar radiation, fossil fuel, kinetic energy of wind, ocean tide and wave, and river water.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively reduces fossil fuel consumption and air polluting emissions, and maximizes utilization of renewable energy sources and hybrid energy systems efficiency and operating time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a hybrid energy system based on a hybrid thermodynamic cycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows current thermodynamic cycles.    Photovoltaic cells (6)    Mechanical collectors (7-9)    Steam turbines (10, 22)    Generators (11-14, 18, 23)    Heat engine (17)
NOVELTY - The device has a gear system with a gear shaft for transferring a rotational movement of a rotor shaft to a generator shaft (6). A carrier structure (20) forms a rotor bearing, a gear bearing and a generator bearing. An adjusting bearing adjustably bears the carrier structure relative to a support structure (30). One of the gear shaft and the generator shaft is arranged lower than the adjusting bearing.    USE - Used for converting flow energy of a fluid into electrical energy in wind energy plant and tidal power station.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement of one of the gear shaft and the generator shaft lower than the adjusting bearing reduces the stresses on the adjusting bearing    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a device for converting flow energy of a fluid into electrical energy.    Rotor (1)    Rotor shaft (2)    Gear shaft (3, 4, 5)    Generator shaft (6)    Carrier structure (20)    Support structure (30)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell with an output for supplying electrical power to a geothermal unit. A loop circulates a thermal fluid among a heat exchanger, the unit, and a geothermal field. A digital control unit is coupled to a sensor (133) for regulating the temperature of the cell by adjusting a valve (150). An input receives the fuel-cell temperature from the sensor and produces the output to adjust the valve.    USE - Used in residence, new local residential community development and industrial building using for control application fuzzy logic principle.    ADVANTAGE - The input receives the fuel-cell temperature from the sensor and produces the output to adjust the valve, thereby allowing sufficient fluid into exchanger, maintaining cell within a safe and efficient internal temperature range of the fuel cell and also providing convenience in location where outside electrical power is difficult to supply.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method for generating electricity    (B) a medium comprising instruction for executing the method of generating electricity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an example hybrid system.    Sensor (133)    Heat exchanger (140)    Valve (150)    Digital control unit (160)    Input (161)
NOVELTY - The method consists in heating of butter-and-fats at a temperature of 100 to 105 degreesC during 5 min for further processing, after that low-freezing cooling liquids are produced, to this end, the dehydrated vat waste mixed with fusel oil in relations from 90:10 to 50:50, depending on the required parameters of the product, is evaporated by light-thermal action of concentrated solar radiation at a temperature of 110 to 130degreesC, the produced vapor is heated to a temperature of 135 to 150degreesC, cooled down, condensated and drained into a tank as a ready-made product.    USE - Solar-power engineering, in particular, parabolocylindrical concentrators of solar energy for processing of waste products of butter-and-fats industry and production of low-freezing cooling liquids.    ADVANTAGE - Produced products with a high efficiency of use of solar energy and reduced cost.6 cl, 5 dwg    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The solar plant for realization of the method has a solar-power plant based on solar radiation concentrators, for example, parabolcylindrical ones, concentration Sun tracking mechanisms, tanks for collection of ready-made products, receivers-reactors in the form of a tube of transparent quartz glass with a heat-insulating screen, loading and unloading hatches, one or two sections depending on the required final product, with mixers or without them; loading tanks; tanks-portioners for ingredients; water coolers; measuring instruments.
NOVELTY - The tubular-shaped thermoelectric module has P-type thermoelectric element (3) and N-type thermoelectric element (4) that are alternately arranged at the cavity formed between inner pipe (1) and outer pipe (2). An annular electrode element (5) connects the P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements.    USE - In liquefied natural gas (LNG) vaporizer in thermoelectric converter (claimed) of electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the thermoelectric conversion efficiency, and decreases the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thermoelectric converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the tubular-shaped thermoelectric module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    inner pipe (1)    outer pipe (2)    P-type thermoelectric element (3)    N-type thermoelectric element (4)    annular electrode element (5)
NOVELTY - An electric power generation unit (20) mounted in rotation portion of wheel, or bearing of driving force transmission apparatus, includes a thermo-element which generates electric power using Seebeck effect. The electric power generation unit supplies the generated electric power to a heat generation unit (10) for snow melting or snow accretion prevention.    USE - Electric heat generation system mounted on rail vehicle and motor vehicle, for snow melting or snow accretion prevention. Also used in house for snow melting or snow accretion prevention on window glass and roof.    ADVANTAGE - The snow melting is performed reliably and energy saving is attained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the electric heat generation system.    electric heat generation system (1)    heat generation unit (10)    electric power generation unit (20)    light emitting diode (LED) (30)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (10) has a rotary shaft (24) connected with pipes (26,28,30,32). The gas support units (14,16,18,20) are attached to the front end of the pipes. The opening of the gas support units are connected to the gas tubes (36,38,40,42) that supplies gas to the support units.    USE - For electric power generation with the torque produced by rotating a rotary body using the buoyancy of water in a sea, lake, or water tank.    ADVANTAGE - Supplies gas to the gas support units efficiently, without performing any troublesome operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a structure of the electric power generating apparatus.    electric power generating apparatus (10)    gas support units (14,16,18,20)    rotary shaft (24)    pipes (26,28,30,32)    gas pipes (36,38,40,42)    water tanks (60)
NOVELTY - The generator includes a power unit, a transfer unit, an electrical current generator unit and a control system. The generator produces kinetic energy through controlled rotation movement which is generated through confrontation of magnetic fields. A current alternator converts the produced kinetic energy into electrical current.    USE - For generating kinetic energy.
NOVELTY - A rotor (4) having ductile rotor blades rotates about a vertical axle (2). Solar cells are attached to the outer surfaces of the rotor blades. The vertical axle is a slim hollow cone whose pointed tip is arranged upwards, and which has an under rotor storage (5) that accommodates a transmission (3) and a generator (6).    USE - Solar wind boom.    ADVANTAGE - Utilizes two most frequently occurring natural energy, wind and solar power, together.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a side view of the solar wind boom.    Vertical axle (2)    Transmission (3)    Rotor (4)    Under rotor storage (5)    Generator (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves receiving and directing parts of current to a energy converting device. The kinetic energy of the current parts is transformed into an effective energy that is generated during the operation of a motor vehicle (10) by the device. The velocity of the current is increased before transformation of the kinetic energy into the effective energy, where the current parts are restricted in the direction of the current.    USE - Used for generating an effective energy from current, which is generated during the operation of a motor vehicle and which is developed due to chimney effects in a hollow space of a building e.g. residential house, office building, warehouse, commercial building, hotel and hospital.    ADVANTAGE - The kinetic energy of the current parts is transformed into the effective energy that is generated during the operation of the motor vehicle by the energy converting device, thus improving current which is not purposefully produced for energy generation. The velocity of the current is increased before transformation of the kinetic energy into the effective energy, thus increasing efficiency of the energy converting device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a motor vehicle.    Vehicle (10)
NOVELTY - The system has two inlets (104) capturing materials, respectively from a fluid of an environment through which a vehicle is traveling. An internal turbine (108) produces electrical and mechanical energy from kinetic energy in the materials. A connector transfers the energy, and two doors are operated to open and close the inlets, respectively. A control system (115) seeks to operate the doors to optimize energy generation.    USE - Used for a moving vehicle (claimed) e.g. missile, aircraft, sensor-pod, space shuttle, ship, submarine and propeller.    ADVANTAGE - The control system seeks to operate the doors to optimize energy generation, thus efficiently extracting long-term harvested environmental energy from an external environment or a propulsion system of a vehicle in motion or operation. The system eliminates the need for rotating parts, thus providing a longer service life to the vehicles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a vehicle having an energy recovery system    (B) a method of testing a device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic of a harvesting apparatus used to extract mechanical energy.    Inlets (104)    Actuator (105)    Internal turbine (108)    Outlets (109)    Control system (115)
NOVELTY - The system has a co-generator in combination with a geothermal heat pump (GHP), and a hot/cold water storage tanks in connection with the co-generator and GHP respectively, such that the intermittent operation of the co-generator is determined by the temperature of the storage tanks.    USE - For space cooling or heating along with tap water heating in cities and very large buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The useful life of the co-generator engine is extended by the intermittent operation of the co-generator. An attractive return on investment (ROI) is achieved by saving approximately 55-65% of overall fuel, and reducing the combustion emissions in the overall power generating system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for space cooling or heating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a mode of energy consumption for air conditioning.
NOVELTY - A thin film thermoelectric module comprises a low temperature module substrate (10a); a high temperature module substrate (10b) arranged to face the low temperature module substrate; unit thermoelectric device(s) located between the high and low temperature module substrates, each of the unit thermoelectric devices comprising a thermoelectric material; and power supply to supply power to the unit thermoelectric devices.    USE - For cooling or power generation used in the production of energy e.g. waste heat power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The thin film thermoelectric module, in use, is prevented from being degraded due to limitations in heat dissipation technology. It includes thin film materials with maximized inherent performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the thin film thermoelectric module with its part being cut away.    Low temperature module substrate (10a)    High temperature module substrate (10b)    Unit thermoelectric devices (20)    Thermoelectric material (23)    Upper substrates (21a)    Lower substrates (21b)    Upper electrodes (22a)    Lower electrodes (22b)
NOVELTY - The module has interconnectors (31) in the gap between photovoltaic elements (30) to connect the photovoltaic elements, such that a neutral plane (34) of mounting region of interconnector in the gap is positioned at the light receiving side rather than the non-light receiving side of photovoltaic element. The photovoltaic elements and interconnectors are sealed by a cover (32) including surface film (32a) and reverse side film (32b).    USE - For solar power generation system installed in roof of house and wall surface of large building.    ADVANTAGE - The compressive stress on the interconnector is relieved when the light receiving side of the photovoltaic element is turned inwardly in wound-up state of the solar cell module. Hence fracture of the interconnector is prevented and thereby improving reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic elements (30)    Interconnectors (31)    Cover (32)    Surface film (32a)    Reverse side film (32b)    Neutral plane (34)
NOVELTY - An airtight case (30) maintaining the vacuum or inert gas, has high and low temperature insulation boards (7,8) that are thermally connected to the edge portion of N and P type semiconductors (3,2), to interrupt the heat conversion from external air. A metal frame (21) is provided between the high temperature edge portion of the semiconductor and metal lid (20).    USE - For electric power generation apparatus using a thermoelectric element.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures high heat conversion efficiency, over long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side and sectional views of the heat conversion apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    P type semiconductor (2)    N type semiconductor (3)    insulation boards (7,8)    metal lid (20)    metal frame (21)    airtight case (30)
NOVELTY - The reactor comprises a thermoelectric conversion module which converts waste heat from a heat source, into electrical energy. The generated electrical energy is supplied to electrochemical cell of the reactor. A heater is arranged so as to heat the thermoelectric conversion module, to predetermined temperature.    USE - For converting waste heat from heat source such as motor vehicle, robot, medical treatment equipment, into electrical energy, which can be used to decompose nitrogen oxides in exhaust gas.    ADVANTAGE - Provides an electrochemical reactor which does not require power supply from outside.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram explaining the method of operating the reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - On cylindrical building or constructure is fitted sun following solar installation, which is horizontally rotatable about vertical axis. Roof structure is in form of lean-to roof and solar installation is stationarily fitted on its inclined roof surface.Roof structure rest rotatably in peripheral guide on outer wall of building structure. Preferably solar installation covers entire inclined roof surface between roof ridge and roof eaves. Circular running track may be fitted to top end of building outer wall for under side of roof structure with rollers.    USE - For improved efficiency of solar installation.    ADVANTAGE - Low-cost design for high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows front view of cylindrical building with sun following solar roof installation.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a power generator by using wave a energy source power. It is characterized by that it utilize the wave to drive internal elastic vibrator mechanism and make it operateso as to attain the goal of generating power. Said invention includes includes the following three systems: 1. magnetoelectric power generation system for producing alternative current; 2. piezoelectric power generation system for producing pulse current; and 3. static power generation system for producing direct current.
NOVELTY - A dual duct structure (43) includes a slot (200) formed by the outer surface of an outer duct (40) and the inner surface of an augmentor duct (41) arranged about the outer duct. The areas of the inlet (45) and outlet (46) of the dual duct structure are made equal to enhance flow characteristics of the turbine generator.    USE - For hydrokinetic electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances water flow through the turbine generator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a flow enhancement structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of dual duct structure of turbine generator.    Outer duct (40)    Augmentor duct (41)    Dual duct structure (43)    Inlet (45)    Outlet (46)    Slot (200)
NOVELTY - The shelter has insulated floor panel, roof panel and side wall panels. An opening is provided in the side wall panels permitting animal to enter and exit the shelter. The compartments with open top tray portions projecting into shelter, hold food and water within the shelter and are accessible by animal in the shelter.    USE - E.g. dog house    ADVANTAGE - Provides animal with comfortable accommodation, while ensuring easy supply of food and water to animal for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar panel may be utilized to provide electrical energy which can be used for powering the heating floor panels, heating the water, running a fan, operating food or water dispensers, or recharging batteries.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the animal shelter.    screws (15)    roof (30)    food and water unit (50)    vertical panel (53)    lower edge of panel (56)
NOVELTY - Proposed spacecraft has form of right-angle prism with cross-section in form of equilateral tetragon (rhomb). Mounted on side faces of prism are solar battery panels. Spacecraft is provided with passive or combined system of gravitational stabilization in orbit. Acute angle of tetragon ranges from 50 to 90degrees to ensure required power supply for spacecraft equipment. Main central axes of symmetry of spacecraft in transversal plane are parallel to tetragon diagonal. Lesser axis is parallel to larger diagonal, thus enhancing stable gravitational orientation of spacecraft by larger diagonal perpendicularly to orbit axis.    USE - Spacecraft power supply systems on base of solar batteries.    ADVANTAGE - Enhanced efficiency.3 dwg
NOVELTY - The invention relates to production of electricity by a process utilizing limited natural resource without fuel. In this invention the basic source of production of electricity is gravitational force developed by water filled in buckets and dropped from height to move alternator. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A channel is provided with a valve system which can be controlled to allow flow of water through the channel into and out of a reservoir (1). A turbine rotor, arranged in the channel, is coupled to a generator (10) which produces electrical energy in response to rotation of the turbine rotor by water.    USE - For continuous production of electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient harnessing of tidal energy for electricity production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a hydrodynamic energy generating system;    (B) a modular system; and    (C) a hydrodynamic energy generating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic drawing of hydrodynamic energy generating device.    Reservoir (1-4)    Generator (10)
NOVELTY - A solar module (1) comprises a transparent support (2) having a structure on solar cell intermediate chambers (2a) producing a regular opacity together with the regular solar cell holes (3).    USE - Used as a solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar module is easy to assemble.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the production of a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the solar module.    solar module (1)    transparent support (2)    solar cell intermediate chambers (2a)    regular solar cell holes (3)    solar cells (4)
NOVELTY - The power plant fully uses the force of tidal movements, bearing of waves, wind force, and sun rays to generate energy. The power plant is composed of two or more pontoons which are strongly linked to each other. Square steel (4) tubes are fitted on the stems, and use for directing incoming water even in the event of storms.    USE - Power plant located on seas and fast running rivers.    ADVANTAGE - Improves seaworthiness of the power plant since the pontoons cannot capsize or sink even in the most severe storms or collision with a large ship. Generates electrical energy reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory view of the power plant.    Bottom plate (1)    Transmission (2)    Generator (3)    Square steel (4)    Turbines (23)
NOVELTY - The method involves absorbing energy during periods of a periodic motion of a joint in which energy is absorbed by muscles. The absorbed energy is partially returned to one of energy storage devices or a power consuming device. The absorbed energy is returned to the muscles during the periods in which the muscles are performing work and not returned to the energy storage device or power consuming device.    USE - Used for generating, e.g. electrical, power from an exerted energy associated with muscles acting across a joint.    ADVANTAGE - The absorbed energy is returned to the muscles during the periods of the periodic motion in which the muscles are performing work, thus reducing muscle forces during locomotion energy and stance energy, and hence increasing stance stability and reducing the need for muscles to provide stabilizing moments. The increase in the stance stability thereby enables the utilization of the power generating device for older people and for those who have minimal and lower extremity muscles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for generating power from an exerted energy associated with muscles acting across a joint.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a walk-assist device for use on an ankle.    Leg cuff (132)    Walk-assist device (160)    Flat unit (161)    Elastic units (162, 163)    Center of rotation (164)
NOVELTY - The device has a set of thermoelectric components (7, 8) between two substrates such that two ends of the components are associated with respective electrodes on the substrates, respectively. A defining unit (11) defines positions of the respective components. A lid (2) is disposed outside of the one of the substrates and connected to the other substrate such that pressure is applied between the two substrates.    USE - Thermoelectric device.    ADVANTAGE - The defining unit defines the positions of the thermoelectric components, thus avoiding need for solder, thereby providing the device which operates even under high temperature environment, hence causing the thermoelectric device to operate with high reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a thermoelectric device.    Lid (2)    Substrates (3, 9)    Electrodes (4, 10)    Thermoelectric components (7, 8)    Defining unit (11)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric device (1) has P-type and N-type thermoelectric elements (10,11) placed between the substrates (14,4), such that the ends of the elements correspond respectively to electrodes (13,5) of substrates. The electrodes (5) of substrate (4) and ends of thermoelectric elements (10,11) are bonded to each other by the use of gold (7,12) placed on electrode (5) and thermoelectric elements.    USE - For converting heat supplied to lid into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Electrodes of the substrate and the ends of thermoelectric elements are bonded to each other by the use of gold. Thereby, eliminating the necessity for solder and utilizing thermoelectric device until melting point of gold is reached. Therefore the thermoelectric device is used in high temperature environment of 300degreesC or more and the operating temperature range is widened. Reduces and simplifies manufacturing process and cost. Improves stability of the device and prevents variations in performance among the devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of manufacturing thermoelectric device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the thermoelectric device.    thermoelectric device (1)    substrates (4,14)    electrodes (5,13)    gold (7,12)    P-type thermoelectric element (10)    N-type thermoelectric element (11)
NOVELTY - A generator system for generating electrical power, comprises a micro-controller coupled to a fuel control device, a micro-combustor (20), and a thermoelectric module, and controlling the supply of fuel from the fuel control device to the micro-combustor, to initiate the combustion of fuel within the micro-combustor and to monitor the output of electrical energy from the thermoelectric module.    USE - The system is for generating electrical power (claimed), for providing electrical energy to portable electronic devices and micro-electro-mechanical system. It is used to replace batteries in small scale devices.    ADVANTAGE - The system is scalable and its components can be altered in size and capacity to increase the power output. It is compact, relatively efficient, and fuel flexible, whose operation can be controlled and monitored in real time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A generator system for generating electrical power, comprises a micro-combustor having a fuel inlet (30); a fuel control device connected to the fuel inlet of the micro-combustor, and adapted to connect to a source of fuel, the fuel control device supplying fuel to the micro-combustor where it is burned and produces heat; a thermoelectric module positioned in thermal communication with the micro-combustor, and outputting electrical energy; and a micro-controller coupled to the fuel control device, to the micro-combustor and to the thermoelectric module, and controlling the supply of fuel from the fuel control device to the micro-combustor, to initiate the combustion of fuel within the micro-combustor and to monitor the output of electrical energy from the thermoelectric module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic cross-sectional view of the micro-combustor employed in the micro-generator system.    Micro-combustor (20)    Fuel inlet (30)    Combustion chamber (32)    Igniter (34)    Exhaust outlets (38)
NOVELTY - The generator has a concave portion (52) of thickness similar to thermoelement (21) for electric power generation, provided at vicinity of heat source (40) accommodated in a housing (50). The thermoelement is arranged in the concave portion provided in the housing.    USE - For generating electric power in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is improved, since the heat receiving efficiency is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory drawing of the arrangement of the thermoelement for electric power generation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    thermoelement for electric power generation (21)    light emitting diode (30)    heat source (40)    housing (50)    concave portion (52)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has solar cell elements that are connected using connection tab. The tab has clad plate with copper layer (20), Invar layer (21) and copper layer (22). The solder coats (23,24) are formed on both main surfaces of the connection tab.    USE - Installed in building, for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Proper electrical conductivity and soldering property are ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the connection tab.    Invar layer (21)    copper layers (20,22)    solder coats (23,24)
NOVELTY - The pergola has a solar cell array (2) and illumination device e.g. LED (3) provided at the upper and lower surfaces of roof portion, respectively. The illumination device illuminates using electric power stored when solar cell array is irradiated with sunlight.    USE - For temporary shelter in park, and in communication base.    ADVANTAGE - Even when massive blackout takes place in emergency, the pergola improves the convenience for escaping of person by providing bright light using illumination device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the operation of shielding portion. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    shielding structure (1)    solar cell array (2)    illumination device (3)    truss (6)    slope (51)
NOVELTY - The solar-power-generation unit (1) includes an electric-power-generation part arranged on a sleeper (20) in a railway track (70), and having a solar cell which absorbs impact through a buffer unit.    USE - For solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies the structure of the solar-power-generation unit. Increases the electric-power-generation capacity of solar energy power generation system. Simplifies the installation of solar energy power generation system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective diagram o the solar energy power generation system.    Solar-power-generation unit (1)    Control unit (2)    Power transmission line (3)    Main-electric-power system (4)    Railway track surveillance camera (5)    Communication apparatus (6)    Railway installation (7)    Sleeper (20)    Railway track (70)
NOVELTY - An organic semiconductor solar cell (7) comprises an indium tin oxide (IT0) electrode (2), light-receiving layer (3) and aluminum electrode (4) which are sequentially stacked upon each other. The solar cell (7) and another solar cell (8) are connected in parallel with respect to external load (9).    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus such as solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a photoelectric conversion apparatus having excellent conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the perspective view, sectional view and equivalent circuit of the photoelectric conversion apparatus.    ITO electrodes (2,6)    light receiving layer (3,5)    aluminum electrodes (4)    solar cells (7,8)
NOVELTY - The optoelectric transducer has a photoelectric converting layer (14) forming schottky junction with electrodes (12,13) that are formed alternately on a substrate (11). A transparent protective film is arranged so as to oppose the substrate.    USE - Optoelectric transducer e.g. solar cell. Also used in various electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the light conversion efficiency, since the energy loss of light by absorption and reflection is reduced. Reduces the lithography process and reduces the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for optoelectric transducer manufacturing method which involves depositing metal on side wall of opening formed in resist film on a substrate, for forming comb-tooth shaped electrodes. A photoelectric converting layer is formed on the substrate, and a transparent protective film is formed to cover the photoelectric converting layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the layout and sectional view of the optoelectric transducer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    substrate (11)    electrodes (12,13)    opposing portions (12a,13a)    collection portions (12b, 13b)    photoelectric converting layer (14)    transparent protective film (15)
NOVELTY - The lead wire (106) which connects the two adjacent photovoltaic cells (101,101') is formed to have a groove or corrugation.    USE - For solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the thermal stress produced when soldering the lead wire and the electrode of the photovoltaic cell, thus improving the electrical reliability of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the connector, connecting two adjacent photovoltaic cells in series.    photovoltaic cells (101,101')    light receiving surface finger electrode (102)    light receiving surface bus-bar electrode (103')    rear side aluminum electrode (104)    rear side silver pad electrodes (105,105')    lead wire (106)
NOVELTY - A clathrate compound of alkali metal-gallium-germanium composition of specific formula, is new.    USE - For thermoelectric element (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The clathrate compound has thermoelectric characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A clathrate compound of alkali metal-gallium-germanium composition of formula (1): A8GaxGe46-x, where x is 6-10 and A is alkali metal, is new.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of clathrate compound; and    (2) thermoelectric element which is sintered compound of clathrate compound
NOVELTY - The plant is driven by wave energy of the water, supported in a bearing (4) and mounted on the tower (3) of an offshore wind power plant, on the towers of drilling platforms, or on other marine-technical constructions. The plant is operated by the movement energy of the water acting upon the blades (1) which may be in paddle or spoon form. The blades are mounted on a rotor (2) which together with the blades is variably height-adjustable or fitted to remain in one position.    USE - The plant can generate power by the utilizing of wave energy of the sea.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the system mounted on the tower of a marine-technical construction (drawing contains non-English language text).    blades (1)    rotor (2)    tower (3)    bearing (4)
NOVELTY - The unit has a floating barge connected to a linear generator anchored in sea. The generator comprises of a permanent magnet rotor and a stator. The stator is of a bobbin type and with opposing polarities distributed relative to the direction of movement of the rotor.    USE - For producing electricity using wave energy from sea.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (A) a method of electricity generation;    (B) and a set of components for manufacturing a linear generator for a wave energy utilization unit.
NOVELTY - The method involves using four systems of energy generation to produce constant energy of cyclic form without having to use fuel, by using the field of forces created by circulating active masses. The first system of energy generation produces hydraulic gravitational energy using free-falling active circulating masses of liquid or water.    USE - For generating energy using free-fall of masses, gain in weight force, or gain in speed.    ADVANTAGE - Generates various types of energy such as static energy, gravitational energy, electrostatic energy, electric energy, magnetic energy, and electromagnetic energy. Ensures that excess energy can be stored for future use or utilized for other tasks. Includes ducts of reduced cross-sectional area. Ensures reduced turbine loss.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The first system of energy generation allows generation of energy without having to use a reservoir. The second system of energy generation produces energy using free-falling rigid bodies whose energy is transferred to a generating system and to an axle through cables or handles. The axle operates to produce mechanical or electrical energy, in which energy can be changed into electrical energy by using a system of capacitors or batteries. The third system of energy generation uses force field and increase in weight force acting on the mass of liquid to generate energy. The vanes of a turbine can be used to generate energy in the third system. The fourth system of energy generation uses the gravitational force field and increase in speed in movement of the circulating masses to generate energy. The vanes of a turbine can also be used in the fourth system.
NOVELTY - A solar concentrator (14) directing the received solar energy to a solar cell (12), has a Fresnel lens comprising line focus and spherical sections (16,18) with an off-axis configuration. An unpatterned section (20) adjacent to the line focus and spherical sections, distributes light uniformly over surface of the solar cell.    USE - For converting solar energy of sunlight into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Allows the sunlight to concentrate on the solar cell at various angular projection of the sun at various solar altitudes, by utilizing the off-axis configuration. Reduces the size of solar cell and utilization of silicon in the solar cell, thereby reducing the cost of solar cell and improving efficiency of energy conversion system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) array of solar collecting devices; and    (2) solar concentrator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the energy conversion system.    solar cell (12)    solar concentrator (14)    line focus section (16)    spherical section (18)    unpatterned section (20)
NOVELTY - The converter (1) has an upper vessel (2) containing water or another liquid to a certain level, air or another gas at atmospheric pressure, a turbine wheel (8) located above the water level and a nozzle (10) for directing a jet of water (11) against the wheel, as well as a sealed lower vessel (3) containing water or another liquid to a certain level, compressed air or another pressurised gas and a pump (14) located beneath the water level. The pump inlet is in communication with the water in the lower vessel and the outlet (15) is connected to an injector (16) with a conical nozzle (17) located underwater in the lower vessel. A connecting tube (18) extends from beneath the water level in the upper vessel to a central position in the injector downstream from the pump outlet. A feed pipe (19) extends from beneath the water vessel in the lower vessel to the nozzle for directing the jet of water against the turbine wheel.    USE - For generating hydroelectricity.    ADVANTAGE - Energy is generated efficiently using a converter with relatively few parts.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the energy converter.    Energy converter (1)    Upper vessel (2)    Lower vessel (3)    Connection with ambient atmosphere (5)    Turbine wheel (8)    Nozzles (10, 17)    Water jet (11)    Pump (14)    Pump outlet (15)    Injector (16)    Connecting tube (18)    Feed tube (19)
NOVELTY - The electric power generating apparatus has a weight installed in the sea bottom through wire (4) that holds the float tank to underwater. The vertical water turbine supported by the float tank turns due to tidal current and generates electric power.    USE - For electric power generation using tidal current.    ADVANTAGE - Electricity is generated without using fossil fuel, thereby prevents pollution of atmosphere.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an explanatory view of vertical water turbine.    core of water turbine (1)    cover (2)    frame (3)    wire (4)
NOVELTY - A movement conversion device (10) containing viscous fluid (113), converts external force applied to a structure (160) into predetermined kinetic energy. A heat energy conversion device generates heat energy from kinetic energy of movement conversion device. A drive output device (12) absorbs generated heat energy and outputs kinetic energy to drive an electric power generation device.    USE - For generating electric power from external force from earthquake, wind force, wave power in cold sea water, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Enables generating electrical energy from the natural energy such as earthquake reliably and effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the electric power generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    movement conversion device (10)    drive output device (12)    electric power generation device (13)    viscous fluid (113)    structure (160)
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric module (7) fixed to the outer surface of a balloon fabric (1) generates electric power using temperature difference between interior and exterior of the balloon fabric. An electric power supply line (22) induces generated electric power to various apparatuses (6) such as height indicator, statoscope, fuel residual-amount totaling unit, communication apparatus and lamp in a basket (4).    USE - For supplying electric power to apparatus equipped with hot-air balloon used in sport or amusement.    ADVANTAGE - Enables supply of electric power to the apparatuses mounted on the hot-air balloon continuously during flight of hot-air balloon, thereby enabling safe flight of hot-air balloon at reduced cost and energy consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the hot-air balloon apparatus.    balloon fabric (1)    basket (4)    apparatus (6)    thermoelectric module (7)    electric power supply line (22)
NOVELTY - A charger (13) charges electric power supplied from the solar cell module arranged at the upper side of the support (15). A controller (14) controls the supply of electric power to the light emitting element (12) attached to the circuit board (26) arranged at the lower surface (15c) of the support. A sheet (20) is adhered around the semitransparent region of cylindrical case (2) accommodating the support.    USE - For solar power generating utilized for lighting outdoors, balcony of building, stairway, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the charger, controller and light emitting element are comprised as single light emitting unit within a cylindrical case, excellent functionality and sealing performance is achieved. Thereby providing solar light module that has high intensity with respect to external impact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar light module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    cylindrical case (2)    light emitting element (12)    charger (13)    controller (14)    support (15)    lower surface of support (15c)    sheet (20)    circuit board (26)
NOVELTY - From the enclosed schematic drawing it is seen that, whenever vehicle comes over the elevated portion (arc) of shaft and arm, shaft goes down by the impact of vehicle. During the downward movement of shaft, linear motion gets converted to rotary motion by the wheel (with gear arrangements). With the help of rotary motion electricity may be generated. Shaft goes back to original position by spring action. Electricity generated would be stored in huge batteries and supplied to the different users at constant voltage. Number of sets may be decided based on the requirement of power. Same principle may be adopted on busy rail tracks also. This scheme may be installed in place of speed breakers, in steep downward gradient (for down going vehicles) and where electricity requirement is high (e.g. in industrial area.) on any busy high ways or roads. In roads it is better to provide one separate arm and shaft to the vehicles moving in each direction. Same scheme may be installed on busy railway tracks also. In rail track ideal location is near stations where trains tends to stop with braking (In case of one way traffic) or may be provided at suitable places. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The fluid is made to flow through a duct (1) and over a working surface of a vane (2) of an energy converter so that the flow induces oscillations of the vane. The vane forms a moving partition in the duct.    USE - For transforming kinetic energy of fluid flow e.g. river flow or tides or wind power into another form of energy e.g. electrical energy, heat energy or mechanical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Increases the efficiency of the extraction of kinetic energy of fluid flow to provide usable energy. The oscillation of vane effectively rotates the turbine even when the fluid flows at low speed. The form of duct and length of vane can be adjusted to improve efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for apparatus for converting kinetic energy of fluid flow into heat energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figures show the horizontal sectional view of the device for converting kinetic energy into another form of energy.    duct (1)    vane (2)    diffuser (7)    channels (22,24)    turbine (200)
NOVELTY - Device (A) for producing low energy solar electricity comprises solar captors (1) to produce a hot fluid during the day and heat dissipators (2) to produce a cold fluid during the night. The hot and cold fluids are stored in reservoirs to provide permanently hot (3) or cold (4) sources, used for production of electricity.    USE - The device is used to produce electricity, particularly for generating hydrogen by electrolysis of water, where the hydrogen is used for non-polluting generation of electricity in power stations or as fuel for motor vehicles, fitted with fuel cells. The system is particularly useful in (semi-)arid or (semi-)desert regions in the tropics.    ADVANTAGE - Having hot and cold sources always available makes possible conversion of heat energy to mechanical energy. (A) is truly competitive, economically, with installations that use nuclear or fossil fuels and is well suited to use in harsh climates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Schematic diagram of the system based on a Rankine cycle turbine.    Solar captors (1)    Heat dissipators (2)    Reservoir for hot water (3)    Reservoir for cold water (4)    Low pressure turbine (6)    Coils for heating/cooling heat-transfer fluid (14,15)    Alternator (18)
NOVELTY - The method involves activating inverter sequentially based on three photovoltaic output setting value, so as to set value providing greatest output power as an updated reference photovoltaic output setting value. The process is repeated to return genetic algorithm process, when predetermined switching condition for following up variation in photovoltaic voltage power characteristic is satisfied.    USE - For controlling photovoltaic power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents frequently performing the inverter activation process too shortly, and thus increasing the overall working efficiency of the photovoltaic power generation. Improves the converging speed of the genes in the genetic algorithm process. Enables to track the maximum output power points.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the photovoltaic power generation system.
NOVELTY - The unit has photo electric cells for generating electric current. The cells are arranged in a housing in a laminar manner. A temperature control (2) effects cooling or heating of the unit such that a constant temperature is maintained. The control consists of temperature sensors, which are arranged in proximity to the cells. A cooling body is designed as a hollow body through which a medium e.g. air or water is supplied.    USE - Used in southern countries in a photo-voltaic system that are arranged in the roof of a big building, industrial halls, single occupancy house and cattle or piggery equipment and in soil or river.    ADVANTAGE - The photo-voltaic unit allows to generate current in an efficient manner. The cooling body is designed as the hollow body through which a medium e.g. air or water is supplied, thus ensuring small variation in the temperature of the photo-voltaic unit, and hence increasing the efficiency of the photo-voltaic unit. The housing is designed such that the medium moves automatically in the body due to heating or cooling, thus reducing the expenditure for moving the medium. The photo-voltaic unit can be mounted on the photo-voltaic system in a very short time, thus saving the assembling time. The photo-voltaic unit can be assembled and disassembled in a simple manner. The temperature control makes the photo-voltaic unit to be cool during summer and warm during winter such that the temperature remains at an optimal value for the generation of current.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a photo-voltaic system consists of several photo-voltaic units    (B) a method for fixing photo-voltaic-units.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a photo-voltaic unit.    Photo cells (1)    Temperature control (2)    Cooling body (2/1)    Cooling fin (2/2)    Housing (4)
NOVELTY - The device (1) for the conversion of wave energy into electrical energy has a central unit (2) with a base chamber (4), and a floating hollow component (17) which in its turn consists of a central chamber (19) and a buoyancy chamber (22). The base chambers of the central unit and the central chambers of the floating component are interconnected via a vertical guide tube (16) in such a way that the floating component in the longitudinal direction of the vertical guide tubes can be displaced upon them by guide elements (18).    USE - The device is for the conversion of wave energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The system is less costly and more efficient than existing designs.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic arrangement of the proposed device with a floating hollow component floating in quiescent waveless water, in partial section.    device (1)    central unit (2)    base chamber (4)    vertical guide tube (16)    floating component (17)    guide element (18)    central chamber (19)    buoyancy chamber (22)
NOVELTY - The surfaces of the solar or photovoltaic installation or module elements are manufactured in sinus wave shaped surfaces. The wave shaped surface is fitted to a square or rectangular form in the longitudinal direction and, on assembly, faces the direction where the sun is at its highest. The wave shaped surface is formed independent of the material, technology and physical components used for the module. The surface can also be formed as partial surface elements. The surface can be formed as a circular segment or arc shape.    USE - For increasing the effective surface of the solar system.    ADVANTAGE - Enables greater collection of solar energy and angle of incidence of the sunlight is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of the wave shaped surface.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a seawave power generation equipment. Said equipment includes the following components: a hollow pier, water in the hollow pier is identical to sea water, buoyancy float is floated in its interior, on the float an upright column is fixed, on the upright column a cross beam is fixed, and on the cross beam a power generator is fixed, and on the power generator shafta reel is cover-mounted according to movable fit mode, on the power generator shaft end a ratchet wheel is fixed by means of screw, and the clicks mounted on the external end of the reel can be meshedwith said ratchet wheel when which is clockwise rotated. Besides, said equipment also includes the components of winding ropes, drop weight, lifting beam, bottom beam and wave-facing sail, etc.
NOVELTY - The system has a thrust plane formed by a metallic portion (1) including an airbag (2) at its bottom portion and neoprene-made bellows (3) at its peripheral portion. The metallic portion having the anti-return valves in metallic air intake tube and discharge tube, includes a filter in the air intake tube.    USE - For generating electrical power from compressed air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the electrical power generation system.    metallic portion (1)    airbag (2)    bellows (3)
NOVELTY - The thermo-element comprises a joint surface touching an electrode, whose edge portion is subjected to chamfer processing.    USE - E.g. thermocouple, thermoelectric refrigeration element, for thermoelectric module used for generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the damage of the thermoelement, by performing chamfer processing with respect to the edge portion of the joint surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the thermo-element.    joint surface (A)
NOVELTY - An arm (2) maintains the balance of ship balancer (1) whose up and down motion rotates the gearwheels moving electric power generator. The arm connects orthogonally to the square bars (3) which attaches to wires (6) connected to gearwheels.    USE - For use to generate electric power harnessing water waves.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to harness water waves to generate an alternate power source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of the electric power generating apparatus.    Ship balancer (1)    Arm (2)    Square bars (3)    Pillar (5)    Wires (6)
NOVELTY - Complex oxide has specific composition containing calcium, cobalt and silver.    USE - For p-type thermoelectric transformation material for thermoelectric generation module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Complex oxide has favorable heat resistance, chemical durability, electrical conductivity and high Seebeck coefficient.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Complex oxide has composition given by: CaaM1bCocM2dAgeOf.    M1=sodium, potassium, lithium, titanium, vanadium, chromium, manganese, iron, nickel, copper, zinc, lead, strontium, barium, aluminum, bismuth, yttrium and/or lanthanide;    M2=titanium, vanadium, chromium, manganese, iron, nickel, copper, molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum and/or bismuth;    a=2.2-3.6;    b=0-0.8;    c=2-4.5;    d=0-2;    e=0-5;and    f=8-10.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) p-type thermoelectric transformation material which contains the complex oxide; and    (b) thermoelectric generation module which contains p-type thermoelectric transformation material.
NOVELTY - The module has aluminum layers (81,82,91,92) or aluminum alloy layers provided between the P-type and N-type thermo-elements (50,60) and the intermediate titanium or titanium alloy layers (83,84,93,94) formed on the electrodes (71-73), respectively.    USE - Thermoelectric module comprising thermocouple and thermoelectric refrigeration element used in local cooling and accurate room temperature control, optoelectronics, semiconductor laser, compact refrigerator and electric power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion between each layer is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the thermoelectric module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    P-type thermo-element (50)    N-type thermo-element (60)    electrodes (71-73)    aluminum layers (81,82,91,92)    titanium layers (83,84,93,94)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module satisfies specific equations using parameters such as operating voltage (Vop), operating current (Iop), reverse direction voltage (Vr) and reverse direction leakage current (Ir). The specific equations are: 0.7 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.9 Iop during Vr = 10 Vop; 0.4 Iop less than or equal to Ir less than or equal to 0.8 Iop during Vr = 5 Vop; 4.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 0.9 Vop during Ir = 0.8 Iop; and 3.5 Vop less than or equal to Vr less than or equal to 5Vop during Ir = 0.4 Iop.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Maintains production of electricity of solar cell module efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the amorphous silicon solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell module (10)    Steel plate (11)    Insulation adhesion resin (12,14)    Solar cell element (13)    Transparent weatherproofing resin (15)
NOVELTY - Solar cell module comprises a current collection hole (H2) whose side face and peripheral portion are coated with an electrically insulating material.    USE - Thin-film solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Increases lifetime of the solar cell and suppresses the reduction in the output of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of manufacturing thin-film solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    electrodes (E1,E2)    photoelectric conversion layer (P)    resin sealing material (J1,J2)    substrate (S)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic element (1) has a photoelectric converting layer on a flexible substrate, and a component protruding to light-receiving surface and/or non-light receiving surface. A component having same thickness as total thickness of component protruding at light-receiving surface or non-light receiving surface is provided in center section of the element.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic element is stored compactly and conveyed easily without producing curves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the mode of the photovoltaic element.    photovoltaic element (1)    stainless steel substrate (2)    current collection electrode (3)    cathode bus bar electrode (4)    anode bus bar electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The nano crystal structure is obtained by precipitating preset crystal grains uniformly in amorphous base (14) of bivalent element (X)-silicon (Si), performing percolation of each at least one portion of preset crystal grains made to precipitate and increasing thermo electric power and power factor by performing single step heat-processing at the time of precipitation of silicon crystal.    USE - As thermoelectric conversion material for thermo electric element (claimed), as electric power detection device or electric power control element.    ADVANTAGE - The nano crystal structure having improved thermo electric power and power factor is manufactured easily and conveniently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The nano crystal structure is obtained by precipitating XSi2 crystal grains uniformly in amorphous base of bivalent element (X)-silicon (Si), performing percolation of each at least one portion of XSi2 crystal grains to precipitate and increasing thermo electric power and power factor by performing single step heat-processing at the time of precipitation of silicon crystal. The element (X) contains at least one type selected from 3d transition metal group, 4d transition metal group, 5d transition metal group, rare earth element, actinide metal group or alkaline earth metal group.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) thermoelectric element; and    (2) manufacture of nano crystal structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of fundamental process for manufacture nano crystal structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    board (10)    amorphous base (14)    crystal grain (16)    chamber (20)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric generator or Peltier assembly uses an active mixed oxide as the thermoelectric material of titanium, oxygen and sulfur together with calcium, strontium or barium.    USE - The material generates electricity when heated on one side and cooled on the other, especially for use in space vessels and electric motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric material has a high performance in bulk.
NOVELTY - Several floating platforms are adapted to float the energy converter in the water. A bearing is arranged in the platform and is fixed in the ends of a shaft which is connected to an alternator. A paddle is fixed on a link chain at regular intervals.    USE - Energy converter for converting energy of wind, water into electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Enables generating electric energy using natural energy without any damage to the environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the energy converter.
NOVELTY - The process involves introducing steam at preset 100degreesC or higher into a reactor (1). Acid is mixed with the steam within the reactor generating a heat of solution at a measurable temperature. A base is added to the formed acid-steam mixture. The base is mixed with the acid-steam mixture within the reactor generating a heat of reaction at another measurable temperature. A by-product from the mixture is removed from the reactor.    USE - Used for producing heat energy. The recovered heat energy can be used to vaporize water to form steam which when used in conjunction with a turbine will produce electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The base is added to the acid-steam-mixture to reduce corrosive action. The utilization of the acid and the base in place of natural gas or coal for heating reduces fuel costs in the process. The production of the heat energy avoids a runaway reaction and avoids a rupture a softened reactor shell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a process flow scheme.    Reactor (1)    Settling device (10)    Cooling medium (13)    Heat-transfer fluid (14)    Heat exchanger (16)
NOVELTY - The system has a wheel (100) powered by ball masses that fall under gravitational force for causing the wheel to rotate. The ball masses are collected and inserted into a fluid shaft. The shaft includes two separate columns with valves at ends. A buoyant force raises the ball masses to a top of a device and deposits once again onto the wheel. A collector box is adapted to receive a spherical mass.    USE - Used for an energy generating mill e.g. wind and solar mills, and for geothermal energy production.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid shaft includes two separate columns with valves at the ends, thus providing the sealing function and hence preventing the fluid loss. The system effectively and efficiently utilizes buoyant and gravitational forces, thus stabilizing a growing national addicted dependency on foreign oil, and creating a new energy generating industry.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of generating power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side plan view of a sealed-shaft gravity-buoyancy energy system.    Wheel (100)    Buoyancy shaft (200)    Collector box (205)    Ball (300)    Electrical generator (400)
NOVELTY - The streetlamp (1) has a transparent envelope or housing (2) containing an electric lamp (3), a detector module (4) and a radio transmitter-receiver module (5) in communication with a street distribution box (6). The detector module may be powered by heat for the lamp. The street distribution box incorporates a radio receiver (7) and a transmitter (8).    USE - Control system for street lighting system.    ADVANTAGE - Each streetlamp is in radio contact with central control module, and sensor and detector module adjacent to each lamp has thermoelectric system energized by heat from lamp.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of a lamp with a sensor and detector module and a radio unit.    Streetlamp (1)    Housing (2)    Electric lamp (3)    Detector module (4)    Radio transmitter-receiver module (5)    Street distribution box (6)    Radio receiver (7)    Radio transmitter (8)
NOVELTY - A device to generate electricity from thermal energy, especially hot air and convection ovens, comprises a thermoelectric generator with one side in the flue and the other cooled (4) with outer and inner semiconductors (31,32), the inner on a carrier (53) with a photovoltaic generator (52) protected from the flame by a layer (51).    USE - As a device to generate electricity from thermal energy, especially hot air and convection ovens using both thermoelectric and photovoltaic generators (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The overall efficiency is increased due to the additional conversion of visible and IR radiation into electrical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A schematic drawing of the unit is shown.    oven (1)    thermoelectric generator (3)    cooling circuit (4)    combustion chamber (11)    exhaust gas flue (12)    semiconductor elements (31,32)    photovoltaic generator (52)
NOVELTY - A turbine wheel (10) includes more than one set of blades (18,20,22) in radial succession. Each set of blades is adjusted to prevailing pressure head and flow rate. The sets of blades are separated by cylinders.    USE - Used in wave power device.    ADVANTAGE - Inexpensive and small. Enables liquid to be supplied from more than one reservoir to respective, corresponding sets of blades.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the vertical cross-section of a turbine wheel.    Turbine wheel (10)    Vertical turbine shaft (14)    Blades (18,20,22)
NOVELTY - The energy conversion process is used to convert kinetic and potential energy of hydraulic fluids. It makes use of resonant effects in the oscillating hydraulic fluids by bringing the oscillations of subsystems oscillating at their natural frequencies into conformity. The natural resonance frequency of a subsystem may coincide with a nodal point frequency. The conversion is achieved by means of the device including a fall tube (LF), a turbine (T), a generator (G) and a wind boiler (W).    USE - Using hydraulic fluids, e.g. in a hydraulic ram pump, to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Greater efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a hydraulic ram pump for producing electricity.    Generator (G)    Heights (H1, H2)    Fall tube (LF)    Wind boiler (W)
NOVELTY - The generator (100) has several thermoelectric elements (130) arranged in parallel between high-temperature and low-temperature heat sources (110,120), such that the thermoelectric elements are surrounded by a frame and are connected electrically to each other through conducting portions arranged on the frame.    USE - For vehicle using water-cooled engine.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures satisfactory thermal contact without deteriorating surface roughness and parallelism of surfaces of heat sources in contact with thermoelectric elements, thereby eliminating need to couple the elements to heat sources for an improved assembly performance. Eliminates unnecessary projection of lead wires and makes the assembly work easy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of thermoelectric generator.    engine (10)    radiator (21)    thermoelectric generator (100)    high-temperature heat source (110)    low-temperature heat source (120)    thermoelectric elements (130)
NOVELTY - A horizontal geothermal production well (16) filled with geothermal fluid is spaced horizontally and vertically from a horizontal geothermal injection well (11) filled with water. The production well is located at a shallower depth than the injection well. A water density difference and pressure difference between the wells is generated, after recovering the geothermal fluid from the production well.    USE - Used for recovering geothermal heat in a binary geothermal electricity generating power plant, combined cycle geothermal power plant, or in the oil and gas industry.    ADVANTAGE - The process reduces the fluid loss and improves the fluid flow between the wells, by arranging the production well at a shallower depth than the injection well. The pressure and density differences generated between the deeper and shallower wells compensate partially for the relatively low permeability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an apparatus for enhancing the flow of geothermal fluid from an injection well to a production well; and    (2) assuring the flow of geothermal fluid from an injection well to a production well.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic vertical cross-sectional view of the geothermal fluid recovery apparatus.    ground level (10)    injection well (11)    geothermal reservoir (13)    production well (16)    geothermal fluid (17)
NOVELTY - The system has a heat differential power system (200) with heat collector (103), and a casing thermally coupling a hot and cold region of an electronic system to the power system. A piston disposed within housing alternately moves air toward a heat collector of the power system. The heat differential power system converts heat differential created by a heat generating component into power.    USE - Used for generating power in an electronic device (claimed) e.g. personal computer, cell phone and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - The heat differential power system converts heat differential created by the heat generating component into power, thus extending battery life and operational time of the electronic device in portability mode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Power is generated within an electronic system using the heat differential power system. Magnets and induction coils are provided such that the relative movement of magnets passing within close proximity of the induction coils generates electrical power to be used by the electronic system. An impeller in a pump is powered to propel the flow of liquid in a liquid cooling system disposed within an electronic system.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a method of providing power within an electronic system having a heat differential power system    (B) a portable electronic system having heat differential power systems    (C) a cooling system having heat transfer system receiving cooled coolant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of heat differential power system disposed within a data processing system.    Heat collector (103)    Heat differential power system (200)    Crank shaft (209)    Crank shaft disc(212) Fly wheel (210)
NOVELTY - The biogas heat and power plant has a biogas fermenter (1) and at least two block heat and power stations each with a gas motor driving a generator. A part of the biogas produced in the fermenter is transmitted in a gas line (4,5,10) overland to one or more block heat and power stations (1,11), while the other part of the gas produced is directed to the gas motor at the location of the biogas fermenter to drive the generator, with the waste heat used at least in part to heat the biogas fermenter.    USE - Biogas plant for producing heat and power.    ADVANTAGE - In a rational manner even consumers remote from the biogas producer can be supplied with energy obtained from the biogas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic arrangement of the biogas heat and power plant.    biogas fermenter (1,11)    branches (4,10)    gas line (5)    heating pipes (6)    compressor (9)
NOVELTY - The energy carrier is the sea. Energy is produced by the tide and a cascade power generator. Lifting forces and gravitational forces are converted into energy by a float/sinking body.    USE - For a bay in a steep coast, closed by a dam wall (1).    ADVANTAGE - None given.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the plant.    Dam wall (1)    Chambers (2)    Rotary drive (3)    Turbine. (4,9)
NOVELTY - The combined vertical shaft wind power generator has novel structure, simple production process, good start performance, high structural rigidity, light weight and high wind power utilizing coefficient. It consists of tower, power generator assembly, blades, bevel arms, resistance type wind wheel assembly, upper bearing, combined wind wheel shaft, lower bearing and power generator.
NOVELTY - The vertical shaft wind power generator has novel structure, simple production process, good start performance, high structural rigidity, light weight and high wind power utilizing coefficient. It consists of foundation, column, power generator, blades, bevel arm, straight arm, flange and rotation shaft of power generator.
NOVELTY - The system includes multiple connected modules each having at least one flotation device (3) and at least one OWC (2). The OWCs are connected to a common pressure manifold (6) and a common vacuum manifold (7) which are connectable to a device e.g. on-shore generator (8). The flotation devices are continuously monitored and adjusted to maintain a desired setting.    USE - For power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient, easy to install and maintain, and flexible enough to suit multiple situations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a plan view of a diagrammatic layout of the modular near-shore wave-powered energy collection system.    OWC (2)    Flotation device (3)    Common pressure manifold (6)    Common vacuum manifold (7)    On-shore generator (8)
NOVELTY - Two or three joined power stations e.g. wind power station (5), wave power station (34), current power station (35) are arranged in the same tower (3) and foundation (4) in a production park. Separate power stations are arranged between and outside of the joined power stations.    USE - For producing electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Can be easily transported, installed, operated and maintained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a power stations transporting and installing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory drawing of wind power station.    Tower (3)    Foundation (4)    Wind power stations (5)    Steel pipe (7)    Wave power station (34)    Current power station (35)
NOVELTY - A solar panel overlay (110) has multiple rows (120) of photovoltaic cells (122) arranged on a substrate. A reverse bend (130) is formed between rows of photovoltaic cell to provide vertical relief, and having a riser (132) that engages the rail clips of an underlying structure e.g. roof deck.    USE - For overlaying solar panel on roof deck of building.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures similar appearance between solar panel overlay and underlying structure by arranging photovoltaic cells on substrate. Offers lightweight and non-intrusive overlay.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the isometric view of the solar panel overlay.    Solar panel overlay (110)    Rows (120)    Photovoltaic cells (122)    Reverse bend (130)    Riser (132)
NOVELTY - The airtight case (30) comprises metal frame (21) provided between metal lid (20) and low-temperature side substrate (22). The inert gas consisting of nitrogen, helium, neon, argon, krypton and xenon, is filled in the airtight case.    USE - For generating electric power from heat released generated from steam turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deterioration due to oxidation of the structural compound. Hence energy conversion efficiency is improved over long period.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view and the sectional view of the thermoelectric converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    converter (1a)    metal lid (20)    metal frame (21)    low-temperature side substrate (22)    airtight case (30)
NOVELTY - Multiple piezoelectric elements (30) each has an end fixed to a center support (24), and another end with a laminate body (32) that rotates with respect to a side support (14). Lower and upper retainer boards (10,20) are separated by a predetermined interval within the elastic deformation limit of the piezoelectric elements.    USE - For providing electric power from road use by pedestrian and vehicle traffic.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures protection of laminate body with respect to excessive load through movable amount limit mechanism. Ensures efficient generation of electricity by sequentially arranging multiple piezoelectric elements in three-dimensional manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the piezoelectric power generator.    Lower and upper retainer boards (10,20)    Side support (14)    Center support (24)    Piezoelectric elements (30)    Laminate body (32)
NOVELTY - A resin material is coated on light receiving surface side of a solar cell element (1) and dried. The temporary lamination of sheet like adhesive layer (3) is formed at the resin film (2) for cutting solar cell element. The light receiving surface side and non-light like receiving surface side of a solar cell element is sealed and modularized by a protective layer.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Avoids external appearance defects and characteristics reduction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell module; and    (2) manufacturing method of solar cell element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic views explaining the manufacturing process of the solar cell module.    solar cell element (1,4)    resin film (2)    adhesive layer (3)
NOVELTY - A filler layer (4) is arranged at rear side of a solar cell element (3), and contains silane-modified resin and coloring agent which consists of inorganic compound. The silane-modified resin is formed by polymerizing unsaturated silane compound and polyethylene for polymerization. The filler layer when used for solar cell module as gel fraction of 30% or less.    USE - For solar cell modules (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filler layer has excellent design property, adhesion with respect to solar cell element and does not deteriorate work environment. The filler layer enables sealing in a short period of time at the time of manufacture of solar cell module and does not requires heat processing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module (T) which has a filler layer for solar cell modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the outline sectional drawing of the solar cell module.    front surface board (1)    filler layer for surface side solar cell modules (2)    solar cell element (3)    filler layer for rear side solar cell modules (4)    reverse side protection sheet (5)
NOVELTY - Each of several solar cell sub-module groups (4a,4b) comprises several solar cell sub-modules (3) each comprising several serially connected photovoltaic cells (2), connected in series. Each sub-module group is provided with a terminal box (10) for removing the output of positive and negative electrodes, out of the group.    USE - Solar cell module for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The output characteristic inspection of the solar cell module is performed using a solar stimulator, without receiving restrictions of the size of the module. The manufacturing cost of the solar cell module is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for inspection method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a planar schematic view of the solar cell module.    solar cell module (1)    photovoltaic cell (2)    solar cell sub-module (3)    solar cell sub-module groups (4a,4b)    terminal box (10)
NOVELTY - A rotor (C), attached to the bottom of a power shaft (B) driven by water current, has panels which are limited in movement by a chain. The generator is driven by pulleys from the power shaft at the middle of a barge (A).    USE - For barge to generate power when located in tidal basin or near the bank of a river.    ADVANTAGE - Provides modest source of power at low cost and without environmental drawbacks. Reduces maintenance cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial side view of a barge and a rotor.    Barge (A)    Power shaft (B)    Rotor (C)
NOVELTY - The inflator (10) compresses gas (5) into tank (11) when the inflator is not connected to external electrical power. A transducer (12) pneumatically converts gas from the tank into electrical power. A pneumatic valve adjusts gas flow to transducer based on feedback signal generated with respect to electrical load driven by power source. The compressed gas may be generated from a foot or hand pump, a compressed gas canister or from thermal, chemical or ammunition based sources.    USE - Electrical power source for emergency communications, or for use as portable electrical power source for powering military communications, night vision systems, or navigation systems with global positioning system.    ADVANTAGE - Improves portability of the device. Generates power reliably. Simplifies component exchange operation. Provides compatibility with existing system. Prevents supply of over-voltage or under-voltage to electrical appliance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the electrical power source.    gas (5)    inflator (10)    tank (11)    transducer (12)    electrical power line (16)
NOVELTY - Proposed thermoelectric battery has semiconductor thermal cells connected in series-to form electric circuit by means of switching plates. Electrical connection of circuit branches is made by contacting p branch, switching plate, and n branch. These p and n branches are brought in contact through their end surfaces with two respective opposing surfaces. Surface area of switching plates is slightly greater than cross-sectional area of p and n branches so that some of their ends are protruding beyond surface structure formed by thermoelectric battery branches. Odd-numbered switching plates protrude beyond one surface of structure and even-numbered ones, beyond other surface. Protruding parts of switching plates are covered with shielding layer made of insulating material of high thermal conductivity. Surface ratio of protruding parts of even- and odd-numbered switching plates is found from equation where S2, S1, alpha1, alpha2, T2, T1, are surface areas, coefficients of heat transfer between surfaces and their surrounding media, and averaged temperatures of protruding ends of even- and odd-numbered switching plates, respectively; Ta is ambient temperature; epsilon is refrigerating factor for thermoelectric battery running as refrigerator or for that running as thermogenerator.    USE - Thermoelectric instrumentation engineering; thermoelectric batteries.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminated risk of in-service electric shock, facilitated heat transfer between switching plates and cooled part, as well as between the former and heat dump.1 cl, 2 dwg
NOVELTY - Proposed thermoelectric battery has alternating p and n semiconductor branches connected in series to set up electric circuit by means of switching plates. Branches are electrically interconnected by bringing in contact p branch, switching plate, and n branch, where p branch contacts one of surfaces of switching plate through its end surface and n branch contacts its other surface. Each branch contacts two switching plates through its opposing end surfaces. Surface area of switching plates is slightly larger than cross-sectional area of p and n branches so that their ends protrude beyond surface of structure formed by thermoelectric battery branches. Ends of odd-numbered switching plates protrude beyond one surface of structure and those of even-numbered switching plates, beyond other surface. Ends of switching plates contact electrically isolated pads made in the form of metal or alloy films covering ceramic plates. Space confined between ceramic plates and surface of structure formed by thermoelectric battery branches is filled with heat insulation.    USE - Mechanical design of thermoelectric batteries.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced heat load on switching plates, facilitated connection of the latter to cooled parts and heat dump system.1 cl, 2 dwg
NOVELTY - A lever (3) across a fulcrum (2) is activated by the movement of a floating weight e.g. pontoon (4) due to the rising and falling of tidal or wave. A power take-off (5) converts the force and movement into electrical power.    USE - For industrial areas e.g. in coastal resorts.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced carbon emissions to eliminate creation of pollution. Can be easily built and simplifies conversion of electrical power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the principal components of a tidal or wave power takeoff system.    Dock (1)    Fulcrum (2)    Lever (3)    Pontoon (4)    Power take-off (5)
NOVELTY - For land applications, the variation in the level of water is controlled by a system operating within a pipe. A generator is fixed to a cylindrical ring that controls the opening and closing of a pipe entrance, thereby regulating the entrance of water which causes the generator components to oscillate such that electrical energy is produced.    USE - For generating electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A stator is connected to a fixed structure while an armature oscillates according to the variation in the level of water such that the sea waves are converted into electrical energy at a controlled phase and amplitude. A generator having an electromagnetic brake has a framework that is fixed relative to the waves of the sea and has a submerged stack for converting the inclination of the framework.
NOVELTY - The converter has buoyant elements (1) that are sequentially connected through rods (2A,2B), by attaching the rods to energy-producing multi-axial pivotable joints (4) provided at the elements. The rods are interconnected using energy-producing pivotable toggle joints (3).    USE - Wave converter for generating energy from waves in water.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the fixed interconnecting construction between the buoyant elements, hence higher efficiency is achieved and cost is reduced, while improving the strength and durability of the structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the connection structure of the buoyant elements.    buoyant elements (1)    rods (2A,2B)    joints (3,4)    axle connecting buoyant element with joint (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a heat exchanging unit for external exchange of thermal energy with a thermoelectric circuit. A conducting unit is provided for external exchange of electrical energy. The circuit includes semiconductor legs (S1, S2) having an offset of band energies. An isothermal semiconductor is electrically in series with the legs. The isothermal semiconductor has band energies intermediate to the semiconductor legs.    USE - Thermoelectric apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The isothermal semiconductor is electrically in series with the semiconductor legs, where the isothermal semiconductor has band energies intermediate to the semiconductor legs, thus increasing thermal conversion efficiency of the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a standard thermoelectric circuit.    Semiconductors legs (S1, S2)    Temperatures (Thot, Tco1d)
NOVELTY - An adsorption unit (1) adsorbs an edge portion of sheet (4) that is separated and conveyed by supply unit, from an upper direction with an adsorption block (1a). A clamping unit (2) clamps an edge portion of sheet that is adsorbed by adsorption unit, so as to measure the thickness of the sheet.    USE - For manufacture of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Improves manufacturing yield of solar cell module, by preventing formation of wrinkles on the surface of the sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) sheet conveyance method; and    (2) solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the external view of the sheet conveyor.    adsorption unit (1)    adsorption block (1a)    clamping unit (2)    sheet (4)    sheet conveyor (10)    loading table (11)
NOVELTY - The water from the ocean current flows through the turbine housing, to turn impeller of turbine and extract hydraulic power from the ocean current. The extracted power is transmitted to DC generator through a shaft and generator output is stored in large sized batteries. The fully charged batteries are loaded onto a container, for transportation and are transported back to the platform after usage.    USE - For generating electricity in direct current form, using natural occurring currents of oceans of the World, as driving force for water turbine such as Pelton impulse-type or bulb-type turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Minimizes the global warming effect that ocean currents have upon the polar ice caps, since carbon emissions from the atmosphere are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic outline of the power generation platform.
NOVELTY - Laminator for solar cells or multi-layer glass sheets has an electrical heating plate with a main central section (12) and smaller peripheral sections (13) whose heating effect is controlled by a unit connected to temperature sensors.    USE - Laminating solar cells or multi-layer glass sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the heating plate.    Heating elements (11, 11')    Main heating plate (12)    Peripheral, controllable heating plates (13)
NOVELTY - A process converts geothermal energy and/or regenerative energy into electrical energy for take-up by the electrical distribution network. Surplus energy electrical energy is stored with the assistance of carbon dioxide as a hydrocarbon and alcohol and stored as chemical energy in a container. The chemical energy is subsequently converted as required into electrical energy. Any excess chemical energy is introduced into a pipeline as methane. Excess electrical energy is converted to hydrogen.    USE - Process to convert and store geothermal energy and/or regenerative energy e.g. hydroelectricity by conversion into chemical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The process acts as a buffer stock for regenerative energy during periods of high demand or low supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the regenerative process chemical storage process.    Regenerative energy source (1a)    conversion process (1c)    energy user point (3)    electrolysis process (6)    hydrogen user-point (8)    oxygen supply (10)    combustion/heating process (12)    thermodynamic process (15)    alcohol storage (20)    user point (23)    carbon dioxide recovery (25)    carbon dioxide storage (27)
NOVELTY - Proposed method includes forming light-sensitive surface of solar sail and orientation of this surface in solar radiant flux. This surface is formed as cloud of finely-dispersed particles charged by solar photoelectrolizing. Stable shape close to sloping surface is imparted to cloud by means of electrostatic system of spacecraft. This system has at least one central and one concentric charge carriers of opposite signs. Control of shape and sizes of cloud may be performed by screening central charge or moving it relative to circular charge.    USE - Space engineering; devices and methods of maneuvering of spacecraft with the aid of solar sail.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitated procedure; low expenses for deployment and control of spacecraft.9 cl, 5 dwg
NOVELTY - A tubular element structure (21) is formed by alternately stacking disk-like thermoelectric elements (22,26). A support structure (41) is formed of insulated stripe unit size (SUS) tubes (42,43) fitted to the element structure. Claw sections (24a-24d,28a-28d) connected to respective inner and outer peripheral surfaces (26B,22A) of elements are formed on inner and outer peripheral surfaces (22B,26A) of elements respectively.    USE - Thermoelectric conversion module.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric conversion module can be manufactured at low cost by reducing number of components. The module can be assembled easily by consuming minimum time and labour.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric conversion module.    thermoelectric conversion module (10)    tubular element structure (21)    disk-like thermoelectric elements (22,26)    outer peripheral surfaces of thermoelectric elements (22A,26A)    inner peripheral surfaces of thermoelectric elements (22B,26B)    claw sections (24a-24d, 28a-28d)    support structure (41)    stripe unit size (SUS) tubes (42,43)
NOVELTY - The tubular structure (21) has electrodes (23a,23b) provided in parallel to inner and outer peripheral surfaces. The annular thermoelectric elements (22) generates power due to temperature difference between outer and inner peripheral surfaces. A lead (31) electrically connects electrode covering outer surface of annular thermoelectric element to electrode covering inner surface of another thermoelectric element.    USE - Thermoelectric conversion module for generating power.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces cost. Reduces manual labor required for assembling of thermoelectric conversion module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional front view of the thermoelectric conversion module.    module (10)    tubular structure (21)    thermoelectric elements (22)    electrodes (23a,23b)    lead (31)
NOVELTY - The installation has a group of submerged darrieus turbines (114) with funnels connected to a 90-degree gearbox. A power house is located above sea level and in the middle of a submerged frame. The gearbox is located on a lower part of a vertical tower. A unit keeps an inner space of the gearbox from being flooded. A remote operating lubricating system cleans and cools changing oil in the gearbox.    USE - Used for harvesting kinetic energy installation in tides of a river or sea.    ADVANTAGE - The group of submerged darrieus turbines with funnels connected to the 90-degree gearbox, thus significantly increasing efficiency of energy utilization of water streams, and hence improving economics of an operation and installation. The installation prevents water entering 90-degrees gearbox, prevents lost of power generating capacity, and special blade-cleaning machine operates in semi-automated mode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a kinetic energy harvesting installation.    Darrieus turbines (114)    Turbine wheel (122)    Funnels (124)    Turbine housing (126)    Screen (128)
NOVELTY - The power generation apparatus (1) comprises hydraulic cylinders (7) placed beneath a mat (3) covering road surface. A piston of the cylinder is pushed downwardly to cause fluid to flow from a fluid cavity to a turbine through a fluid return path, when engaged by wheels of a vehicle.    USE - Power generation apparatus placed in roadway for generating power from weight of passing vehicular traffic including trucks, and trains.    ADVANTAGE - Enables generating power from weight of passing vehicle efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a plan view of lane of roadway.    power generation apparatus (1)    mat (3)    parallel supports (5)    hydraulic cylinders (7)    tracks (14)    master supply manifold (131)    master pressure manifold (135)
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric module has a heat spreader (40) in thermal communication with micro-combustor (20), and another heat spreader (42) spaced apart from the heat spreader (40). The quantum well thermoelectric panels (44) are connected between the heat spreaders, to generate electric power. A micro-turbine (26) is connected to the exhaust outlet (28) of the micro-combustor.    USE - For powering portable electronic device and micro electro mechanical system (MEMS).    ADVANTAGE - Improves the thermal energy conversion efficiency by employing thermoelectric module, and allows the micro-generator to be used in virtually any location comprising source of hydrocarbon fuel. Enhances the overall system efficiency and total electrical energy output by connecting the micro-turbine to the exhaust outlet of the micro-combustor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the micro-generator system.    micro-generator system (10)    fuel source (12)    micro-combustor (20)    micro-turbine (26)    exhaust outlet (38)    heat spreaders (40, 42)    thermoelectric panels (44)
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a power generating system which comprises a pressure container, a energy transmitting unit, and a pressure compensating unit. The pressure containing unit releases the liquor continuously at a high speed to get a jet steam which drives the energy transmitting unit which further transmits kinetic energy into electric energy and generates electric power able to be delivered by distribution device for using. The pressure compensating unit compressing and injecting fluids into pressure containing unit replenishing the unit with pressure and fluids.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to an air condition that uses heat pump and ground as the heat source. It includes heat collection well, heat pump, and heat exchange coil pipe of user. A flow pipe and a returnpipe are set in the heat collection well. The top is set a current equalizer, and the bottom is set a current collector. Return room is set on the current equalizer, and water collection room is set under the current collector. Between the current equalizer and the current collector there are cobbles filled in. The heat pump includes the first heat pump, which is made up of the first evaporator, the first compressor, the first condenser, and the first expansion valve; the vaporizing and cooling device is parallel connected in loop of the first evaporator, the first compressor, the first condenser and the first expansion valve; the first evaporator is connected to the heat liberation coil pipe, and the first condenser is connected to the heat exchange coil pipe of user. The device expands the use range of the low grade energy.
NOVELTY - Predicting and modeling ion flux colliding with an ion-propelled vehicle (v1) traversing a magnetic field involves predicting the colliding ion path (a1) based on ion exhaust velocity, ion charge-to-mass ratio and localized magnetic field vector, the ion-propelled vehicle path (p1) based on selected trajectory and (v1) velocity vector, and collision time and location; transforming ion plume based on (a1); projecting (v1) into it; and calculating its flux.    USE - Used for predicting and modeling ion flux colliding with the ion-propelled vehicle traversing the magnetic field (claimed), useful for satellites.    ADVANTAGE - The process eliminates or minimizes the affects of ion imapacts on ion propelled vehicle. The process avoids the problems such as lost thrust, erosion, and charge deposition associated with previous methods.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a computer software program for predicting and modeling ion flux colliding with the ion-propelled vehicle traversing the magnetic field.
NOVELTY - Wave driver comprises housing (1), wave gear (2) with unmovable flexible wheel (3), electric motor (8) with setting surface (9) connected to the threaded openings of flange (7) via bolts (10), locator (17) for locking angular position of flange (7) with respect to the housing. Flange (7) is disassembled, made of same segments (21), and provided with radial projections (12) provided on face (22) of each segment. Second face (23) of each segment is made of the section of the inner cylindrical surface that is in a contact with setting surface (9) of electric motor (8). Projections (12) mounted in closed slots (14) in flexible wheel (3) prevents flexible wheel against axial movement with respect to the housing.    USE - Mechanical engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Expanded functional capabilities.2 dwg
(NO320518-B1)   NOVELTY - The plant has floating units (22) that are interconnected using connection unit, such that the vertical motion of floating units relative to one another is permitted and the interconnected floating units are maintained in a constant relative relationship in horizontal plane. The relative vertical motion of floating units is transferred through an energy transmission device driving power-producing unit.    USE - Wave power generating plant.    ADVANTAGE - Enables achieving stable relative vertical motion between floating units, hence efficient power generation is realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side view of power plant.    floating unit (22)    wires (24)    mooring buoy (26)
NOVELTY - A pendulum body (1) reciprocatingly moves to a vertical direction through the coil springs (3,4) with respect to a compressed air injection tip (7). The coil spring are each attached to both sides (1a,1b) of the pendulum body. The pendulum body moves from the lower surface (2b) and the top surface (2a) of a case (2).    USE - For electric power generator.    ADVANTAGE - Eases upward movement of the pendulum body with minimum required external force while increasing kinetic energy of the pendulum body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the power source structure of electric power generator.    Pendulum body (1)    Sides (1a,1b)    Case (2)    Top surface (2a)    Lower surface (2b)    Coil springs (3,4)    Compressed air injection tip (7)
NOVELTY - A wind powered electric generator is installed at the downward direction in a river or sea to generate electric power using the water flow of a river. The dome is formed with a transparent rigid plastic at half ball shaped to cover predetermined area of earth.    USE - Used for river or sea tidal power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Enables protecting the human from natural disaster while replacing utilization of thermal power generation or nuclear power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the assembly structure of the ground dome. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - When two objects of different weights, are suspended in a line the object with more weight is likely to come down due to gravity. So as the same weight moves up to the old position, it acquires a circular motion, and when this action is continued it can be made to drive a machine or to rotate a dynamo, through which we can generate power of electricity. This machine is modified into two parts, so that the more weight part and the reduced weight part are connected with a conveyor belt. The third part is a water treatment bed, where when the weight comes down to the water bed it lessens the weight and makes the belt with the weight to alternately circulate, and makes a shaft or dynamo to rotate, through which power (electricity) is produced. According to the size of the machine we can generate less or more electricity and also it is economically affordable and it can be installed any where on earth. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - Subsea power providing system comprises an energy-capturing device for harvesting free energy; and a power converter electrically connected to the energy-capturing device. The power converter is adapted to convert the free energy into useable electrical energy.    USE - For providing sub sea power for use in capturing free or waste energy.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides greater output than provided at steady state. It generates power from waste or free energy (10) without cost to directly provide fuel and/or electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electrical energy providing system for use in providing electrical energy to power a subsea device comprising energy-capturing device(s) for harvesting free energy; a power converter electrically connected to the energy-capturing device, the power converter being adapted to convert the free energy into useable electrical energy; a fuel cell electrically connected to power converter, the fuel cell being adapted to electrochemically react oxygen and hydrogen to generate water and electrical energy; an electrolyzer operatively connected to the fuel cell, the electrolyzer being adapted to receive seawater, break down the seawater into oxygen and hydrogen, and deliver the oxygen and hydrogen for use by the fuel cell; an energy storage device electrically connected to the power converter; and a damper electrically connected between the power converter and the subsea device, the damper being adapted to condition the electrical energy for use by the subsea device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the oxygen/hydrogen storage system.    Free energy (10)    Electrical device (20)    Subterranean well (30)
NOVELTY - Production of a solar cell module comprises applying an adhesive and sealing composition on the edge of one of the plates, applying solar cells on one of the plates, bending a section of the plates away from an opposite-lying plate, arranging both plates opposite each other, placing the plates close to each other so that they adhere to each other with the exception of the edge regions, sealing a space including an intermediate space on the edge region of the solar cell module, pumping gas from the space or reducing pressure in the space and undoing the bending.    USE - For producing a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The process is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for carrying out the above process.
NOVELTY - The rotor plates provided on right and left sides, have magnetic mounts and turbine blades (2,5) coupled to their inner planes and outer planes. Rotational magnets (4) are provided to magnet mounts while positioning stationary magnets (17) outside a circumference of the plates, so that stationary magnets provide a magnetic pull/push on rotational magnets. The blowers coupled to bracket generate air pressure against the blades.    USE - For use in combination with turbine system in magneto-turbine power generating system. Also for use in supplying electric power to house and cabs of commercial vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The wheel combining the magnetic and turbine power generation capabilities allows for clean, efficient generation of excess electrical power on a small or large scale, and provides electrical generating system capable of starting without need of an extrinsic electrical source.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) electric power generation system; and    (2) electric power generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the electric power generation system.    motor (1)    turbine fan blades (2,5)    horsepower accelerator wheel (3)    rotational magnet (4)    covers (8,13)    blowers (9,10,11,12)    stationary magnet (17)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric unit provided in thermal contact with the fuel cell stack receives the thermal energy generated by the fuel cell stack using waste or byproduct thermal energy and generates additional electric power.    USE - For power vehicles and other machineries.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances fuel efficiency of the fuel cell stack during normal operating conditions as well as increases performances of the fuel cell stack during periods of high electric power demand.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of augmenting electrical power in fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the thermoelectric augmented fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The cavity wall of a resonant cavity (530) having appropriate shape to resonate at predetermined resonant frequency when recoil electrons are generated, comprises a preselected material for generating recoil electrons in response to photons of predetermined wavelength. An electromagnetic (EM) pick-up (533) inside the cavity captures EM output at the predetermined resonant frequency and feeds the output to an external device.    USE - For use in communication unit (claimed) of space-borne monitoring system (claimed) used for detecting and reporting a high energy x-ray event, photon energized power supply apparatus (claimed) used for supplying power to space vehicle (claimed) e.g. aircraft and spacecraft and also to vivo medical devices such as ingestible capsule and micro-miniature detectors, and radio frequency (RF) tag (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The high bandwidth burst is produced by low power and low bandwidth unit, when the external energy source is applied. The photon energized cavity system has reduced size and weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) communication unit;    (2) space-borne monitoring system;    (3) photon energized power supply apparatus;    (4) space vehicle;    (5) remotely-powered communication apparatus;    (6) radio frequency tag;    (7) detection system;    (8) method for capturing photon energy;    (9) communication method;    (10) method of identifying radio frequency tag; and    (11) method for locating object using array of photon energized resonant detectors.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the array of resonant cavities.    electromagnetic (EM) radiation (501)    detecting objects (510)    array of resonant cavities (520)    resonant cavity (530)    optical pick-up (533)
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric device having hot side provided in thermal contact with combustion engine and electrically connected to electric motor receives the waste heat from combustion engine and generates electric power for augmenting the electric motor.    USE - Thermoelectric augmented hybrid electric propulsion system for hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Facilitates effective conversion of by-product thermal energy generated by internal combustion engine into electric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for augmenting electric power in hybrid electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of the thermoelectric augmented hybrid electric propulsion system.    thermoelectric augmented hybrid electric propulsion system (10)    axle (28)    wheel (30)    shafts (20,21)    drive shaft (24)    discharge conduit (42)
NOVELTY - An insulation board (30) has several holes (3) for fitting respective thermoelectric elements (5a,5b). A flexible insulated substrate (7) with electrodes (2) that are mutually spaced apart, is arranged to press contact upper and lower ends of each thermoelectric element, such that the electrodes electrically connect adjacent thermoelectric elements.    USE - E.g. Peltier module used for process temperature management in components for optical communication, scientific equipment, portable cooler and semiconductor application, for electricity generation using Seebeck effect and for heating.    ADVANTAGE - Favorable conduction between thermoelectric elements and electrodes, is achieved. Assembly of thermoelectric conversion module is facilitated and manufacturing yield of the module is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic structure of the thermoelectric conversion module.    electrodes (2)    fitting holes (3)    thermoelectric elements (5a,5b)    flexible substrate (7)    insulation board (30)
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric transformation device (11) converts the heat energy of exhaust gas into an electrical energy. Heat pipes (44) are independently arranged on the periphery of thermoelectric transformation device.    USE - For engine of e.g. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances external appearance of the thermoelectric generation apparatus due to the formation of the heat pipes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of the thermoelectric generation apparatus.    Thermoelectric transformation device (11)    Heat pipes (44)
NOVELTY - The filler layer (2) has water vapor permeability of 0.9-9 g/m2.day per thickness of 100 microns.    USE - For solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The filler layer has excellent water vapor barrier property. The permeation of moisture content is prevented even if surface of substrate and protection sheet of module is damaged. The reduction of electric power generation efficiency of solar cell is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an outline sectional view of solar cell module.    transparent substrate (1)    filler layer (2)    solar cell element (3)    protection sheet (4)    solar cell module (T)
NOVELTY - Utilizing geothermal heat comprises withdrawing a heat transport fluid from the earth at superambient temperature via a production well and supplying the fluid to an electrolyzer.    USE - Utilizing geothermal heat, especially to run a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an installation for energy and/or hydrogen production using geothermal heat, comprising a production well and an electrolyzer.
NOVELTY - The electric generator (12) has components formed with protective coating, and brushless rotator assembly having transmission ring, spacer ring, reception tab and reception ring. Electrical charges for maintaining polarity of electromagnets, is applied between transmission and reception nodes through spacer ring. Water is passed through space formed between the rotator electromagnet and stator field winding assemblies.    USE - For use in underwater ocean current hydro-electric farm.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to generate large amount of electric power by increasing the generated heat dispersion and by maintaining windings cooler than air environment electric generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of the underwater hydro-electric generator assembly.    underwater transmission cables (11)    electric generator (12)    control wirings (14)    pile-type device (15)    pre-assembled cradle (16)
NOVELTY - An electric generator (12) is connected to a turbine/blade propeller (13). A protective coating (19) is formed in water exposed surfaces of generator and propeller. A main support ring is set near a base of field winding in the generator and auxiliary support rings are set in intermediate positions of the generator. The support-ring connectors are fixed to main and auxiliary support rings with a radial support connector.    USE - For use in underwater ocean current hydroelectric farms.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures sustained immersion of the electric generator in the ocean water, by forming the non-conductive, heat dissipating and anti-fouling protective coating. Minimizes environmental impact, by generating power from kinetic energy caused by flow of the underwater current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the hydroelectric plant.    power transmission cables (11)    electric generator (12)    turbine/blade propeller (13)    protective coating (19)    channels (26)
NOVELTY - The electric generator (12) has a non-conductive, heat dissipating, anti-fouling and water specific protective coating (19) formed on water exposed portions of generator and externally supported stator field wound electric generator. Openings are formed in external shell of the generator, for enabling water flow through the generator assembly between rotor electromagnet assembly and stator field windings.    USE - Under water hydro electric generator assembly for hydro electric farm.    ADVANTAGE - The protective coating allows the apparatus to be sustained immersion in the portion water. The modular system enables easy swapping out of the assembly under water. Minimizes environmental impact by using power generated from kinetic energy caused by the flow of under water current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the direct immersion type electric generator.    coast line (5)    conduit (6)    ocean surface (7)    under water channel drop-offs (8)    electric generator (12)    turbine blade (13)    protective coating (19)
NOVELTY - A generator has an inner rotor enclosed by an outer rotor, for generating electricity. A reciprocating drive rod (1) drives the inner rotor and outer rotor through a gear driven drive shaft. A buoy (18) is attached to one end of the drive rod, such that the undulation of ocean waves relative to the buoy reciprocates the rod between upstroke and downstroke positions.    USE - For converting ocean wave energy into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Generates reusable energy from ocean waves, and maximizes upstroke power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram of the ocean wave energy converter.    tubular structure (12)    ocean wave energy converter assembly (10)    drive rod (16)    buoy (18)    rivets (88)
NOVELTY - A water wheel (3) is connected to an alternating current (AC) electrical generating plant (5) through a drive shaft (4) that acts as a prime mover. Supporting columns (2) which are connected to seabed foundations (1), support the AC electrical generating plant.    USE - Water wheel tidal barrage.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates the use of dykes, thereby preventing flooding. Enables extracting energy from tidal river and converting it into electricity, effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the water wheel tidal barrage.    supporting columns (2)    water wheel (3)    drive shaft (4)    alternating current electrical generating plant (5)    water pump (7)
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric device has a block having P and N type pieces arranged alternately, separated by insulating layers, welded to each other at opposite ends and electrically connected zigzag in series. The adjacent blocks are bridged through electrodes to further expand electrical series connection.    USE - For intermediate product in thermoelectric module.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to manufacture thermoelectric device with high productivity at low material cost using series connected blocks consisting of P and N pieces electrically connected zigzag in series.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the thermoelectric device.
NOVELTY - The thermoelectric conversion module has several electrodes (3-5) connected between P type and N type semiconductors (1,2), packed between two high thermal conductivity substrates (8,9) made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, in which an anodic oxidation film (10) is provided between the substrates and the electrodes.    USE - For electricity generation.    ADVANTAGE - An inexpensive and high quality thermoelectric conversion module with high operating efficiency is realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric conversion module.    P type semiconductor (1)    N type semiconductor (2)    electrodes (3-5)    thermal conductivity substrates (8,9)    anodic oxidation film (10)
NOVELTY - Several unit elements having same type of semiconductor formed of a sintered cell containing a metal oxide, a rare earth element oxide and manganese are arranged on a substrate (12). A thin film electrode is fixed to the cooling and heating surfaces to be integrated with the sintered cell and lead wires are connected in series on these surfaces.    USE - For electrical power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates degradation of the thermoelectric conversion efficiency due to uneven semiconductor characteristics. Events degradation of adhesion strength between reach element and the electrode due to difference in thermal expansion coefficient among thermoelectric conversion elements.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the thermoelectric conversion element.    thermoelectric conversion element (10')    substrate (12)
NOVELTY - The other end of a piping (15) is attached to an electric power generating apparatus (9) producing electric current by the flow of a circulation liquid. The circulation liquid in a cylinder is taken out from the piping by the vertical motion of a piston. The piping is connected to the cylinder used for accommodating the piston.    USE - Wave electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Increases electric power generation efficiency while ensuring favorable energy conversion efficiency with simple, inexpensive structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the conceptual diagram of the wave electric power generating apparatus.    Float (2)    Pulling member (3)    Weight (5)    Electric power generating apparatus (9)    Piping (15)
NOVELTY - A Fresnel lens (1) condenses the heat energy produced by the sunlight. A light guide fiber (3) made of quartz glass guides the condensed heat energy having temperature in the range of 600-2000 degreesC to a thermoelectric power generator (10). The thermoelectric power generator produces electric power by the thermal electrons released from a electron emission element (13) with the heat energy received from light guide fiber.    USE - For generation of thermal electric power using heat energy produced by sunlight.    ADVANTAGE - Improves conversion efficiency of heat energy to electrical energy by supplying heat energy directly to electron emission element. Power generation amount can be increased without using large modules and without generation of carbon dioxide. Thus realizing improvement in power generation efficiency, effectively, reliably and safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the thermal electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Fresnel lens (1)    tracking device (2)    light guide fiber (3)    thermoelectric power generator (10)    electron emission element (13)
NOVELTY - A submodule provided on a board comprises series connected electric power generation cells (5,10) including surface side electrode layers (2,12a,12b), electric power generation layers (3,13a,13b) and reverse side electrode layer (4,14a,14b) formed sequentially on board surface. The reverse side electrode layers of power generation cells are integrally formed at connection region of submodule pair.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Increase of invalid electric power generation area, is suppressed and reduction in voltage of solar cell module is performed without output reduction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    surface electrode layers (2,12a,12b)    electric power generation layers (3,13a,13b)    reverse side electrode layers (4,14a,14b)    electric power generation cells (5,10)    submodules (11a,11b)
NOVELTY - The cooling fins (1) are fixed to upper surface and edges of a heat source (23) through a solder (6), cools a thermoelectric conversion module (7). The heat conductive sheets (5a,5b) insulate electrically between the heat source and conversion module and between the cooling fins and conversion module, respectively.    USE - Thermoelectric conversion system for consumer application and industrial application.    ADVANTAGE - Improves thermoelectric conversion efficiency of the conversion system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the thermoelectric conversion system.    cooling fins (1)    heat conductive sheets (5a,5b)    solder (6)    thermoelectric conversion module (7)    heat source (23)
NOVELTY - A sensor (101) using an embedding type actuating material with piezoelectric effect detects traffic information. A server (500) for information gathering analysis connected to the sensor through a network performs remote monitoring of road traffic information.    USE - For managing road information.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures effective use of extracted and collected unused energy, such as solar energy, wind energy, hydraulic power, geothermal power, ocean energy, and electric power generated by fuel cell, biomass, and waste material. Provides road information with high convenience.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a block diagram based on implementation of environment friendly road energy utilization system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Distribution power supply system (1)    Distribution power supply unit (2)    Sensor (101)    Alarm control unit (200)    Server (500)
NOVELTY - The generator (1) has water inlets (3,4) provided below the tidal water level, so that water enters into the container (2) during a period of tidal water cycle. The water in the container operates powered turbines (5,6), to generate electricity. The water outlets (7,8) in the container remove the water during another period of tidal water cycle, when tidal level is below water level inside the container.    USE - For use in coastal installation e.g. harbor, ports, large water borne airports, break waters, coastal protection barriers, piers.    ADVANTAGE - Improves electricity generation. Optimizes the rise and fall of the tidal water, while improving operation time and regulating water pressure applied to the turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional top view of the hydroelectric power generator.    hydroelectric power generator (1)    container (2)    water inlets (3,4)    powered turbines (5,6)    water outlets (7,8)
NOVELTY - A longitudinal support (LT) has a support surface for module supports (MT) facing the module supports, which have a channel facing the longitudinal support for holding linkage elements in variable positions in the direction of the module supports.    USE - As a supporting structure for solar installations.    ADVANTAGE - The position linking the module supports to a longitudinal support can be varied in the direction of the longitudinal support and/or of the module supports.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) A module support for solar modules in solar installations;    (B) and for a solar installation with module supports.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a supporting structure according to the present invention.    Bending round (AWL)    Pressure plate (DP)    Longitudinal support (LT)    Module support (MT)    Vertical post (PF)    Linkage plate structure (VP)    Link (VV)
NOVELTY - The generator includes top, bottom and inner spindles that are arranged and separated by intervals, and a conveyor belt made of steel cable wound around the top, bottom and inner spindles. Large steel troughs are mounted at intervals on the belt and filled with earth and rock or other heavy materials at the top of the belt, wherein the weight of troughs drives belt and causes spindles to rotate.    USE - For harnessing the power of gravity for generation of electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a conveyor belt generator, which facilitates smooth rotation of the belt around the spindle. Permits adjustment of the length of the belt to take up slack or reduce tension, or to correct the position of the troughs if they get out of alignment with the spindles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the front elevation of the vertical conveyor belt generator.
NOVELTY - Tidal powered electricity generator and desalinator comprises a hull of a disused ship anchored in a tidal river or bay, such that its only movement is only in the vertical plane, or only able to rise and fall with the tide, the generator being installed on the upper deck and the desalination equipment installed between decks, and operated by using the power generated by a driving mechanism(s) on the upper deck.    USE - As a tidal powered electricity generator and desalinator.
NOVELTY - The converter has force transfer mechanism (2) which connects a buoyancy element (1) to reaction structure (3). The transfer mechanism transfers compression, tension, shear reactions and allows limited rotational movements about two orthogonal axes between the buoyancy element and the reaction structure.    USE - For electricity generating power plant.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces strain and stress of wave energy, thereby enhancing efficiency with increased energy output and durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional side view of the wave power converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    buoyancy element (1)    force transfer mechanisms (2)    floating reaction structure (3)    vertical guide tracks (4)    buoyancy tank (5)    reaction plate (7)    power converter systems (8)    bearing units (13)
NOVELTY - The film has three optical layers, in which two of the layers are chemically distinct from each other. The film has a modulus of less than about 15,000 psi, and transmits about 85 percentage of incident visible light. The film has a haze value of equal to or less than about 6 percentages. The layers are in contact with surfaces of a structural layer, where the structural layer has the modulus of less than about 15,000 psi.    USE - Used as an encapsulant layer for a photovoltaic cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The optical layers are in contact with surfaces of the structural layer, where the structural layer has a modulus of less than about 15,000 psi, thus increasing physical and optical properties of the photovoltaic cell module, and hence improving performance of the module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a photovoltaic cell module comprising an optically transparent multilayer laminate film    (B) a process for preparing an optically transparent multilayer laminate film.
NOVELTY - The system has an energy supply unit supplying energy to an energy converter and transfer unit. A storing energy unit separates or electrolyzes an original component unit to a separated component unit using the converted and transferred energy. An emitting energy unit and the storing energy unit exchange the energy with or without energy charger and releaser unit that charges and releases the energy.    USE - Used for a car.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables a user to ride the vehicle without adding almost any fuel, and also runs almost-perpetually without adding too much amount of characters such as energy and gas, to the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of brain interaction of information of future/present/past.
NOVELTY - The method involves capturing energy in water waves, and pumping fluid up a pipeline to an elevated fluid storage facility. The fluid in the storage facility is then released and delivered to a fluid-driven turbine/generator unit that is positioned remote from a shoreline at a lower elevation. The turbine is rotated when the water flows from the storage facility, and the generator unit is driven to produce electricity.    USE - Used for converting tidal energy existing in nature in the form of water wave motion in oceans and other large bodies of water, such as large lakes, into electrical energy and electrical power.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid-driven turbine/generator unit is positioned remote from the shoreline at the lower elevation, thus minimizing risk of malfunction and corrosion from water exposure, without degrading the natural environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a pumping unit for an energy conversion system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy conversion system.
NOVELTY - An anchoring guide yoke (8) rotates freely about the anchor (9) fixed to sea-bottom. An anchoring chain (6) connects the yoke and the current power generation apparatus (1) equipped with water turbine, generator (2) and diffusion apparatus (4). A stopper chain (5) connects the power generation apparatus with the anchor to prevent the power generation apparatus from turning more than 180 degrees.    USE - For tidal electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures effective catchment of the tidal current and ensures large scale electric power generation at low cost. Enables to automatically change the apparatus installation direction according to the tidal current direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the current power generation installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    current generation apparatus (1)    generator (2)    propeller (3)    diffusion apparatus (4)    frontier stopper chain (5)    anchoring chain (6)    anchoring guide yoke (8)    anchor (9)
NOVELTY - The generator has an oblong water-turbine which rotates a water-turbine plate (3). A large diameter ring which is put side by side in middle of oblong water-turbine increases the speed of ocean current or water flow in river for electric power generation.    USE - Oblong water-turbine type water-flow generator for river flow and ocean current.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the generator is reduced, thus it is easy to install. Stable electric power generation is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the oblong water-turbine type water-flow generator.    float mounting stand (1)    anchor lifting ring (2)    water-turbine plate (3)    primary wiring (7)    lamp (8)
NOVELTY - The system has a set of carriages movable around a track (30), where a foil (40) is attached to each of the carriages. The foil rotates within a plane in a perpendicular direction, and is driven by a water current to connect a power take-off (50) with a line unit. The driven foil moves the carriage around the track, where the line unit powers the power take-off based on the movement of the carriage.    USE - Used for converting a kinetic energy of moving water to an electrical energy to produce electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The underwater power generation system use natural water current to produce electricity, thus producing electricity without pollution, and hence increasing efficiency of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of an underwater power generation system.    Underwater power generation system (10)    Cylindrical body (21)    Track (30)    Foil (40)    Power take-off (50)
NOVELTY - The hydro-generator has weights, fulcrums and gears that transform rocking motion into a rotary motion. A free wheeling gearing increases rotation per minute of the rotary motion to a point for production of direct current via the generator. An anode and a cathode of the generator are immersed in salt water to propagate hydrogen and oxygen by electrolysis which is accumulated and pumped to a larger storage facility.    USE - Generated electricity used for production of hydrogen and oxygen by electrolysis of sea water. Generator also used as a trickle charger in a boat.    ADVANTAGE - The anode and cathode of the generator are immersed in the salt water to propagate hydrogen and oxygen by electrolysis, thus generating electricity without pollution producing device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view and cross section of a hydro-generator.    Accumulator (2A)    Bull gear (2B)    Generator (2C)    Anode and cathode (2D, 2E)    Salt water basin (2F)
NOVELTY - Wave drive comprises housing (1) that receives n (n = 1, 2 and so on) electric motors (2) with output shafts (3), lid (4), and output shaft (5) with drum (12) and wave transmission (8) with wave generator (9) mounted on output shaft (5) and connected with input shafts (3). Output shafts (3) are mounted eccentrically with respect to the output shaft (5). Electric motors (2) are mounted in cylindrical plane (13) of drum (12) on side (14) of the drum the is nearest to wave generator (9). From the side of lid (4), output shaft (15) is provided with through axial opening (15) for wires (16) of the electric commutation of electric motors (2). Cylindrical side (17) of the drum is provided with n grooves for receiving the electric motors.    USE - Mechanical engineering.    ADVANTAGE - Reduced sizes and weight.1 dwg
NOVELTY - The end face sealing unit (11) comprising inner layer (11y) formed with thermosetting resin and outer layer (11x). The sealing unit is made of square C-shaped structure, whose upper side sealing piece (11a) abutted with surface of the solar cell module (4), while lower side sealing piece (11c) abutted with back side of the module. The width side sealing piece (11b) contacts end face of the module.    USE - For end face sealing of solar cell installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Water cut-off property of the solar cell module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) solar cell with frame;    (2) frameless solar cell module; and    (3) manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solar cell whose end face is blocked by end face sealing unit.    Solar cell module (4)    End face sealing unit (11)    Upper side sealing piece (11a)    Lower side sealing piece (11b)    Width side sealing piece (11c)    Outer layer (11x)    Inner layer (11u)
NOVELTY - A power generation arrangement has two dams (10,20) dividing part of body of water e.g. sea, ocean, lake, river, into two basins (100,200). One dam (10) is installed with two paddle wheels (6,7) associated with both basins, while the other dam (20), located between the basins, is installed with another wheel (8).    USE - For generating electric power using tidal or pumped storage water obtained from body of water e.g. sea, ocean, lake, river.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures continuous, efficient power generation in less complex manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In use, the wheel (6) for one basin (100) is operated to produce electric power when the tide is rising or falling. The other wheels (7,8) operate to move water from one basin (100) to another (200) around high tide, or move water from the other basin (200) to the body of water upon approach of low tide, generating power through out the entire tidal cycle. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of electrical power generation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - Figure is a schematic of a tidal and pumped storage power generation arrangement.    Paddle wheels (6-8)    Dams (10,20)    Basins (100,200)
NOVELTY - The box has a lengthways slot serving as an entrance for panel connectors. Wire output holes have outer area reinforcements (10) for wire output. Walls support a printed circuit in order to isolate it from a surface based on the box. A base box has perforations at each of angular ends of the base box to allow entry of bolts or braces positioned on the lid. A base cylinder positions a printed circuit fixing screw.    USE - Used for joining a photovoltaic or solar panel and an external plant.    ADVANTAGE - The location of the printed circuit and its positioning allows jumping cables of rectifier diodes to be soldered, thus protecting the photovoltaic or solar panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electrical connection box and a lid with a joining flange.    Electrical connection box (1)    Lid (2)    Outer area reinforcements (10)    Support bases (18)    Flange (22)
NOVELTY - The plant has two water circuits of which one has hot water and the other has water at lesser temperature. The plant also has a double-tube thermoelectric generator. Heating elements or other hollow bodies, in which water can be guided, can be used alternatively and can be connected to the thermocouples.    USE - For heating buildings with terrestrial heat and at the same time obtaining electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures to end the one-sidedness of the terrestrial heat-cogeneration plant and to use the terrestrial heat twice. Enables to provide electrical energy along with the heat at the same cost.
NOVELTY - A device (3) to extend and/or support flexible, especially thin layer, modules (1) for solar generation or awnings in space comprises two wound bandlike segmental cords (4,6) that can be put together, with an end having an element to fix to a solar module. A drive unit (9) pushes on the roll winding mechanism (2).    USE - As a device to extend and support flexible, especially thin layer solar modules and awnings in space and a process and hollow rods for this (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The construction is light and insensitive to large temperature fluctuations and has a high functional security.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) thin wall hollow rods for the above;and    (B) a process for the above    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A plan view of the unit is shown.    solar module (1)    winder (2)    support (3)    cords (4,6)    roller (5)    drive (9)
NOVELTY - The thin layer thermoelectric elements and electrodes are formed on flexible insulating sheet. The electrodes are formed so as to hold thermoelectric elements from opposite sides, and allow the low temperature side to overlap high temperature side. The sheet is bent or coiled to produce thermoelectric module.    USE - High density integrated type thin layer thermoelectric module for hybrid power generating system.    ADVANTAGE - Improves thermoelectric effect, by improving broader contact area between electrodes and thermoelectric elements.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for hybrid power generating system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view explaining manufacturing process of thermoelectric module.
NOVELTY - The terminal box has reverse current preventing diodes (13) that are connected in parallel between the terminal plates (12) to which electrodes (a) of solar cell modules are connected. Heat dissipating elements (20) are provided on the terminal plates.    USE - For solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Heat resistance reliability of the diodes can be maintained without using expensive heat resistant diodes, and efficiently dissipating heat from the terminal plates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure explains the terminal box.    terminal plates (12)    reverse current preventing diodes (13)    heat dissipating elements (20)    electrodes of solar cell modules (a)
NOVELTY - The plant has an intake valve for admitting surrounding water at selected pressure from a surrounding body of the water into a submersible spherical enclosure (12). A turbine (20) is driven by the water flowing through the intake valve into the enclosure. A pump evacuates, from a primary chamber, approximately same volume of water that is admitted into the enclosure by the intake valve.    USE - Submersible power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The air shaft in communication with the atmosphere maintains the enclosure at one atmosphere, thus continuously admitting the water without interruption and at a steady state rate into the enclosure, and hence continuously operating the turbine with increased efficiency. The construction of the plant is simple, durable and performs for long periods of time under rigorous conditions of the sea found in deep sea settings.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a submersible power plant.    Submersible power plant (10)    Enclosure (12)    Air shaft (14)    Intake valve (16)    Conduit (18)    Turbine (20)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen producing apparatus comprises heating apparatus for heating a solution for use in electrolysis with heat from geothermal fluid and producing a heated solution; and electrolysis apparatus for producing hydrogen by electrolysis of the heated solution.    USE - For use in producing hydrogen using geothermal energy.    ADVANTAGE - The inventive apparatus utilizes low to medium temperature geothermal resources and geothermal fluids and does not need to rely on super-critical geothermal steam or vapor. It permits the integrated or combined geothermal and electrolysis plant to have flexible modes of operation during peak and off-peak demand hours.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing hydrogen using geothermal energy comprising heating a solution for use in electrolysis with heat from geothermal fluid and producing a heated solution; producing hydrogen by electrolysis of the heated solution; and utilizing the pressure of the hydrogen for producing power    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation of a combined power plant.
NOVELTY - An insulation box including a solar cell module lead line terminal zone, diode heat sink zone and an output cable terminal zone, is formed. The diode zone is filled with an insulating material (24) and an interim assembly is formed. The interim assembly is tested and mounted onto a rear surface of a solar cell module panel.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module panel.    ADVANTAGE - The characteristics of the diodes do not degrade, even under severe environmental conditions as they are covered by the insulating material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell module connector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of a connector.    heat sinks (14)    heat conductive sheet (16)    diode chip (18)    lead lines (22)    insulating material (24)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (700) has a calculating unit (702) that computes the ratio of the actual output electric power value of each solar cell array (101-103) with respect to a standard output electric power value during the day. A determining unit (703) compares the calculated ratio between the solar cell arrays to determine if an abnormality occurs in the output of a solar cell array.    USE - Used in solar power generation system for home use.    ADVANTAGE - Determines if an abnormality occurs in the output of each solar cell array through simple operation with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The apparatus also has a storage unit (701) which pre-stores the standard output electric power value of the solar cell arrays with respect to a predetermined day time. The storage unit also stores the maximum value of the output electric power value of each solar cell array, which is measured repeatedly for several days.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the solar power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a solar power generation system using the solar cell array diagnosis apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Solar cell arrays (101-103)    Solar cell array diagnosis apparatus (700)    Storage unit (701)    Calculating unit (702)    Determining unit (703)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a process for producing bagasse of reduced moisture content from the bagasse obtained from cane milling. It consists of two stage heating of condensate water first with vapour condensate from pan and evaporators. This preheated condensate is further heated in heat exchangers, by utilizing the heat of the steam from boiler cycles. Heated condensate is fed to boilers, to generate steam and electricity. The condensate water from the first stage heat exchanger, is used to preheat air in a water-air heat exchanger. Preheated air is fed to a steam-air heat exchanger to further heat it. The hot air is fed to a bagasse drying chamber, to dry bagasse of 50% moisture content to a moisture content of 40% or below. This invention also includes a plant consisting of a first heat exchanger, a deaerator, a water-air heat exchanger and a steam air heat exchanger. A drying chamber is provided to dry bagasse with this hot air, to reduce its moisture content. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - One or more rams (3) are arranged between a float (1) and a reaction vessel (2). The relative vertical and/or angular movement between the float and reaction vessel causes corresponding lengthening and/or shortening of each ram for conversion into usable power.    USE - For generating electric power from wave energy in body of water e.g. sea, ocean.    ADVANTAGE - Is not prone to damage and/or destruction during extreme weather conditions. Can translate vertical wave motion as well as angular wave motion into useful wave energy for power generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a modular wave generator system; and    (B) a power generating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic side view of wave power generator.    Float (1)    Reaction vessel (2)    Rams (3)    Tether (4)    Ballast weight (5)
NOVELTY - A generator (40C) generates electric power by combustion heat. An infrared sensor (43) operates by electric power and detects intensity of infrared rays (R) emitted from infrared ray emitting plate (40A). A measuring unit (40B) operates by electric power and computes concentration of carbon dioxide in external air (G) based on detection result.    USE - For measuring concentration of carbon dioxide in external air, in burning appliance (claimed) such as heating appliance e.g. kerosene stove, coal stove and fireplace.    ADVANTAGE - The concentration of carbon dioxide in external air can be measured accurately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) carbon dioxide concentration measuring method; and    (2) burning appliance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of heating appliance.    carbon dioxide sensor (40)    infrared ray emitting plate (40A)    measuring unit (40B)    generator (40C)    infrared sensor (43)    air flow path (60)    external air (G)    infrared ray (R)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic cell (115) includes an anode (146) which has a bent at its end. The cathode (120) of another cell (110) is connected to the bent end of the anode (146) of the cell (115).    USE - E.g. solar cell, incorporated into exterior wall panels or exterior cladding fitted to corrugated structure, incorporated into awning and battery charger of portable electronic device e.g. notebook personal computer (PC), also for package labeling, sensors, window shades, window blinds, windows.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the possibility of scratching one of the electrode. The photovoltaic cells are connected, without using separate interconnect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic module.    photovoltaic module (100)    photovoltaic cells (110,115)    cathode (120)    anode (146)    overlapping region (165)
NOVELTY - An interconnect (105) electrically connects cathode of photovoltaic cell (110) with anode of another cell (115). The interconnect mechanically couples the two photovoltaic cells.    USE - E.g. dye-sensitized solar cell (DDSC) incorporated with exterior wall panels or exterior cladding fitted to corrugated structure, into awning, battery charger of portable electronic device such as notebook personal computer (PC) and also for package labeling, sensor, window shade, window blinds, windows.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces use of seals including adhesives within photovoltaic modules, this can enhance useful lifetime of the module by reducing amount and/or presence of one or more materials that can react with the components contained in the cell, reduces leak path present in the module. Provides robust mechanism and/or highly electrically conductive connection between cathode of first cell to anode of second cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic module.    photovoltaic module (100)    interconnect (105)    photovoltaic cells (110,115)    cathode (120)    anode (146)
NOVELTY - The module comprises photovoltaic cells (110,115) with photoactive layers (122,142) between the respective anodes (126,146) and cathodes (120,140). An interconnect (105) comprising electrically insulative adhesive with electrically conductive mesh, connects the cathode (120) of the cell (110) and anode (146) of the cell (115).    USE - Photovoltaic module incorporated in exterior wall panel or exterior cladding fitted to corrugated structure, also in battery charger of portable electronic device. Also used in package labeling, sensors, opaque or semi-transparent windows, window shades and window blinds.    ADVANTAGE - The interconnect electrically/mechanically interconnects one or more adjacent photovoltaic cells, thereby enhancing stability, reliability of photovoltaic module, reducing inactive area and volume between photovoltaic cells. Reduces the cost and complexity associated in manufacture of the modules, by providing good electrical contact between electrodes in adjacent photovoltaic cells without the presence of separate interconnect for electrical communication. Enhances durability of the module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic module.    interconnect (105)    photovoltaic cells (110,115)    cathodes (120,140)    photoactive layers (122,142)    anodes (126,146)
NOVELTY - The system (200) has heat exchangers (202,203,205-207,209) between the thermoelectric elements (201,211,212,213,218). The heat exchangers are arranged respectively to hotter/colder sides of thermoelectric elements, to provide thermal isolation in the flow direction of working fluids (215,216).    USE - Thermoelectric/solid-state cooling, heating and power generation (SSCHP) system for military, aerospace instrumentation, temperature control and power generation applications.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces required amount of thermoelectric material, effectively. Provides compact, high efficiency and high-power density thermoelectric system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a general arrangement of the thermoelectric system.    thermoelectric system (200)    thermoelectric elements (201,211,212,213,218)    heat exchangers (202,203,205-207,209)    fluids (215,216)
NOVELTY - Alloy powder of non-equilibrium state is formed by mechanical alloying of a raw material containing aluminum, iron and transition metals (other than iron) such as vanadium. The obtained alloy powder contains aluminum, iron, transition metals such as vanadium, and unavoidable elements. The alloy powder is then changed to equilibrium state by sintering, to form alloy of Heusler structure.    USE - For thermoelectric conversion material (claimed) for thermoelectric element that generates electricity from heat.    ADVANTAGE - Provides Heusler alloy efficiently in short period of time, without performing heat processing for long period of time. The alloy is eco-friendly. The thermoelectric element that extracts electricity from heat source (such as domestic waste and waste heat of motor vehicle), is formed effectively using the Heusler alloy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Sintering alloy powder is carried out under electric pressure. Ceramic particles are mixed before sintering. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) alloy of Heusler structure;    (b) thermoelectric conversion material that consists of Heusler alloy; and    (c) thermoelectric converter material containing thermoelectric conversion material as component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the X-ray diffraction of aluminum alloy powder containing iron (25 at.%) and vanadium (25 at.%) formed by mechanical alloying process.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a floater (18) fitted at a rod (19) that is fixed to a lever arm (13) by a nut (20), and a support (15) connected to the arm by one fastener and to a gear chain (8) by another fastener. The gear chain (8) is mounted around toothed wheels (5, 6). Cylindrical arms passing through the wheels (5, 6) are fixed to sides of lower and upper frames of a structure (1) by connecting angle bars (9).    USE - Used in electricity producing apparatus field, for converting wave energy into electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus permits to effectively convert wave energy into electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The rod is fixed to the structure (1) by fasteners (14). A gear chain (7) is mounted around toothed wheels (3, 4). Another cylindrical arm passing through a driving wheel (12) and the toothed wheel (4) is fixed to sides of lower frame of the structure by the connecting angle bars.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an apparatus permitting to convert wave energy into electricity.    Structure (1)    Toothed wheels (3-6)    Gear chains (7, 8)    Connecting angle bars (9)    Cylindrical arm (11)    Driving wheel (12)    Lever arm (13)    Fastener (14)    Support (15)    Floater (18)    Rod (19)    Nut (20)
NOVELTY - The invention employs the abundant energy stored on ocean surface. Waves generated by wind and the kinetic energy from ocean current caused by earth rotation utilize floating object with large volume to generate big buoyancy and gravitation so as to achieve effect of imagery concentration. The area of the floating object can cover coast line from 50 meters to 100 meters and two to three meters in width and height. The potential energy of floating object in waves with respect land during wave ridge and trough along with the buoyancy and gravitation exert the mechanical energy on hydraulic fluid and the buoyancy and gravitation alternatively exert force on the large-scale piston cylinder. The successive forces exerted by fluid inside cylinder go through pipeline to the gear pump of power generator to drive power generator for power generation. Waves can go through such equipment to be efficiently converted into power for coastal building. Such power generation method is good for all kinds of weathers, wind and waves and can convert all-weather waves into energy. Equipment is located and installed at seashore where waves and tides are always available for coastal power generation. The size of equipment has no restriction and is subject to actual effective design that connects multiple floating objects and ships, hydraulic system, large-scale piston cylinder to common pipeline for sharing an integrated hydraulic transmission gear pump of power generator so as to drive power generator for power generation. The buoyancy and gravitation of waves swing arm generator provide power generation using environment protective clean energy source, enabling to build the facility beside coast or embankment for power generation for being further transmitted to inland for use through power cable.
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric unit (110) provided between a high-temperature side heat source (120) and a low-temperature side heat source (130), generates power due to temperature difference between cooling water of an engine (10) and a radiator (21). The cooling water flows through respective high and low-temperature side heat sources.    USE - For converting waste heat into electric energy in internal combustion (IC) engines of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides steady temperature difference for thermoelectric unit, thereby improving power generation efficiency without increasing component number and deteriorating cooling of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of the thermoelectric power generation system.    engine (10)    radiator (21)    thermoelectric power system (100)    thermoelectric unit (110)    high-temperature side heat source (120)    low-temperature side heat source (130)
NOVELTY - Film solar cells (1c) are arranged in a row, with the front edge of a preceding solar cell overlapping the back edge of a subsequent solar cell. The overlapping corners of the overlapping edges of the solar cells are connected to each other by protruding at least one electrically isolating connection pin (10) through the overlapping corners.    USE - For use as solar array for spacecraft.    ADVANTAGE - Lessens vulnerability to extreme environmental conditions and allows solar cell assembly to be self-supporting by providing at least one electrically isolating connection pin that protrudes through two overlapping corners of solar cells. Simplifies assembly process since solar cells need not be bonded to supporting structure. Provides connections between solar cells that allow certain adaptability to varying loads.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (A) a solar cell blanket; and    (B) a blanket set.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a detail of a connection between solar cells.    Film solar cells (1c)    Connection pin (10)    Fingers (36)    Bus bar (37)    Head (40)
NOVELTY - A lever wave water pump comprises a floater, a lever, a pull chain, a ratchet, a guide gear,a fly wheel speed change box, power engine or pump, basement, spring, lever supporting track. The device characterizes simple structure, low cost, easy maintenance, high efficiency and reliable operation.
NOVELTY - The invention discloses a thermoelectric micro-type power supply device based on cold-hot source balance, namely a cylinder formed by in turn superposing and fixing covered container with cold storage material, thermoelectric converter, isolating cover and combustion table as well as hollow base, where the isolating cover is of an inverted cup shape, the cup mouth is arranged with tooth slots and the combustion table is a cylinder with interlayer inside, the vertical section of the combustion is H shaped, the central interlayer has hole, a lampwick is arranged in the hole, one end of the lampwick is placed in the base cavity, the circular wall on the top of the combustion table has tooth slots, the isolating cover is covered on the top circle, the middle cavity forms a combustion chamber, the tooth walls of the isolating cover and the combustion table closely slide, and the slot mouths compose gas inlet of the combustion chamber. During using course, it uses the high temperature heat generated by liquid fuel as heat source, and cold storage material cooled by low temperature object, generates temperature difference electromotive force on two surfaces of the thermoelectric converter, and thus obtains electric energy. The power supply is small-bulk, and able to be widely applied to high, exact and sophisticated technical fields of field and military affairs, etc.
NOVELTY - A heat receiver (6) arranged in contact with heat source (3), receives heat from heat source by radiation. A heat radiator (7) cooled by refrigerant (4), generates power by temperature difference of radiator and receiver. The divided heat receiving surfaces (18) formed on surface of heat receiver and arranged opposingly with heat source, comprise different emissivities according to heat quantities given from heat source.    USE - Thermoelectric conversion system for generating electricity from waste heat of an industrial furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for thermoelectric conversion system efficiency increasing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of thermoelectric conversion system.    heat source (3)    refrigerant (4)    heat receiver (6)    heat radiator (7)    heat receiving surface (18)
NOVELTY - Two reciprocating pumps (45,47) undergoes expansion and contraction in response to deflection of a portion of a body structure (11). The fluid from fluid source is drawn into pumping chamber upon volume expansion and is discharged from pumping chamber upon volume reduction through the outlet. The pump is operably connected to a portion of body structure by a lever mechanism (61) providing a velocity ratio of less than 1.0.    USE - For capturing wave energy in a body of water of ocean, sea water, and for converting harnessed energy to pressurized fluid for feeding to reverse osmosis desalination unit to yield fresh water, or for feeding to turbine to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Increases force acting on pump by a given ratio by use of lever, and reduces the stroke by same ratio so that the net work transferred to the pump is substantially unchanged. Reduces overall height of apparatus and overall cost. Provides shorter stroke length.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the perspective view of wave energy capturing apparatus.    body structure (11)    diaphragm (25)    reciprocating pumps (45,47)    lever mechanism (61)
NOVELTY - Solar power generation module has a photoelectric conversion material interposed between a transparent cover glass (3) and a substrate. The cover glass contains 1-20 weight % of lanthanum, scandium, yttrium, cerium, samarium, gadolinium, dysprosium, thulium, ytterbium and/or lutetium, and silicon dioxide as main component.    USE - For generating electric power.    ADVANTAGE - Solar power generation module has excellent mechanical characteristics, and is lightweight and compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the sectional view of light reception solar cell module.    light reception cell (1)    sealing agent (2)    transparent cover glass (3)    back sheet (4)
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic cells (4) arranged at predetermined distances from each other are mutually connected through a wire (8). The resin sheets (20,30) are respectively arranged between light receiving surface (2) and the cells, and between the cells and board (3). Resin structures (40-43) of thicknesses greater than the thicknesses of the cells are arranged in the gap between the cells or at the outer side of the cells.    USE - For manufacturing solar cell module including photovoltaic cells such as single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell, amorphous silicon solar cell compound semiconductor solar cell, installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - Enables ejection of air between the light receiving surface and the board. Prevents the damage to the cells and the conducting wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the laminated structure.    Light receiving surface (2)    Board (3)    Photovoltaic cells (4)    Wire (8)    Resin sheets (20,30)    Resin structures (40-43)
NOVELTY - A duct (2) includes a turbine engaging section (6) in which flowing water engages a rotary turbine (8). The cross-sectional flow area of the duct decreases from an inlet opening (5) to the turbine engaging section to increase the velocity of water flow.    USE - For extracting kinetic energy from flowing water in e.g. river, tidal flow location.    ADVANTAGE - Enables efficient extraction of kinetic energy from flowing water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic plan view of kinetic energy extracting apparatus.    Duct (2)    Walls (3,4)    Inlet opening (5)    Turbine engaging section (6)    Rotary turbine (8)
NOVELTY - A fluoropolymer comprises a repeating unit (A) derived from a sulfur-sulfate monomer having sulfur-sulfonate group and carbon-carbon double bond, and a repeating unit (B) derived from a fluorine-containing monomer having a fluorine atom and carbon-carbon double bond.    USE - For surface treating agent used for processing to-be-processed material such as textile, carpet, stone, filter, anti-dust mask, fuel cell, glass, paper, wood, leather, fur, asbestos, brick, cement, metal or its oxide, ceramic article, plastic and plaster (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fluoropolymer has excellent water repellency and oil repellency, and favorable oxidation cross-linkable difference.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fluoropolymer comprises a repeating unit (A) derived from a sulfur-sulfate monomer having sulfur-sulfonate (-S-SO3-) group and carbon-carbon double bond, and a repeating unit (B) derived from a fluorine-containing monomer having a fluorine atom and carbon-carbon double bond. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) surface treating agent;    (2) method of processing to-be-processed material by the surface treating agent;    (3) textiles; and    (4) carpet.
NOVELTY - The cell unit has a sealing unit covering edges of a proton-exchange membrane (11). A positioning unit (5) is located on a side of a sealing unit and facing a current collector. Another positioning unit (6) is located on the corresponding current collector positioned to match the former positioning unit. The former positioning unit is convex in shape on the surface of the sealing unit, and the latter positioning unit is a sealing groove on the surface of the current collector.    USE - Used in a miniature portable power source, residential miniature power generator, and power sources of electric car for converting a chemical energy in a fuel and oxidant to electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Positioning unit is located on the current collector that is positioned to match another positioning unit, thus eliminating sliding of negative and positive current collectors against each other, and hence sealing the cell unit more tightly, thereby achieving better air-tightness. The positioning unit is convex in shape on the surface of the sealing unit, and another positioning unit is a sealing groove on the surface of the current collector, thus allowing the cell to be easily assembled and aligning the current collectors easily to each other when the cell is being assembled. The sealing unit has an elasticity, thus limiting the extension of the proton-exchange membrane beyond the sealing units, and hence reducing the use of the proton-exchange membrane and lowering the costs of the cells, thereby slowing the ageing of the sealing units and extending the life-span of the cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-section of a sealed proton-exchange membrane fuel cell unit.    Current collector (2)    Positioning units (5, 6)    Proton-exchange membrane (11)    Positive electrode (12)    Negative electrode (13)
NOVELTY - An apparatus for certificating a key of a vehicle with a chargeable remote controller is provided to charge a battery embedded to the key during an operation of the vehicle by embedding an output terminal to supply power to a charging terminal in a key cylinder.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus for certificating a key of a vehicle with a chargeable remote controller includes a key (20) and an authentication unit (40). A key rod (24) is divided into + terminal and - terminal by the medium of an insulating material (25) embedded in a central portion. A battery (22) is embedded at a key body (21) charged by receiving power through the key rod (24). A display lamp (23) is installed on one side surface of the key body (21) to display a charging state of the battery (22). An authentication code generation unit is embedded at the key rod (24) to generate an authentication code by receiving the power of the battery (22). An output terminal (42) supplies the power to + terminal and - terminal formed on the key rod (24) while inserting the key (20) into the key cylinder (41). An authentication code generated at the authentication code generation unit is inputted to an input terminal. A receiver (44) receives an authentication code electrically connected to the input terminal. A comparator (45) compares the authentication code received from the receiver (44) with the authentication code stored at a storage unit (46) and a controller (47) generates a control signal corresponding to a normal or abnormal of the authentication code by using a comparison value outputted from the comparator (45).
NOVELTY - Provided are a metal separator for a solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell provided with a gas channel for supplying a reaction gas, and its preparation method, to reduce the surface treatment amount of a noble metal, thereby lowering a manufacturing cost.    USE - For fuel cell separators.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Metal separator has a noble metal is coated on the part corresponding to the mountain of the gas channel required for both corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity, and a polymer resin or ceramic is coated on the part corresponding to the gully of the gas channel required for only corrosion resistance. Also the metal separator is such that a noble metal is coated on the conductive part corresponding to the mountain of the gas channel required for both corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity, and a polymer resin or ceramic is coated on the part required for only corrosion resistance other than the conductive part.
NOVELTY - Provided is a secondary battery, which shows improved quality including lifespan, output and capacity, and is suitable for hybrid electric vehicles requiring a large-scale battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The secondary battery comprises: an electrode assembly (25) formed by winding a cathode plate (23), an anode plate (22) and a separator (21) interposed between both electrode plates along the transverse winding axis; a can for housing the electrode assembly; and a cap assembly coupled to the can for sealing the can, the cap assembly being electrically connected to the electrode assembly, wherein the electrode assembly is coated with a finishing tape (27) for preventing the loosing, the tape having a width corresponding to the width of the electrode assembly.
NOVELTY - Several fuel cells (3-1-3-n) are stacked using adhesive agent and arranged within induction coil (1). An electric current is applied to the induction coil for generating magnetic field so that separator plate produces eddy current to generate heat for hardening the adhesive agent.    USE - For manufacturing fuel cell used in induction heater.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive agent is hardened uniformly so the productivity of stacked fuel cell can be increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the manufacturing apparatus of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the induction heater.    induction coil (1)    alternating current (AC) power supply apparatus (2)    fuel cells (3-1-3-n)    induction-heater (100)
NOVELTY - The core has magnets (11) made of pressed-powder magnetic material, separated by a gap (13). A plate-shaped ceramic such as alumina is inserted in the gap. The heat resistance epoxy adhesive (23) is applied between the magnets and plate-shaped ceramic.    USE - For reactor (claimed), transformer used for voltage-rise converter in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The influence of the adhesive to the gap length in each gap insertion point is removed, so the gap length difference and the variation in the inductance of reactor are suppressed. The magnets shape is varied as desired by the user, using the magnet made of pressed-powder magnetic material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the silicon steel core.    magnets (11)    gap (13)    adhesive (23)
NOVELTY - A pair of cylindrical shaped resin positioning pieces (7A, 7B) are inserted between a core (3) and coils (5A, 5B). The resin pieces are inserted so that the coils cover the gap (13a-13f) which are inserted in the core.    USE - Used for the power system for a drive of a hybrid vehicle or an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The resin positioning pieces inserted between the core and coils improve the assembly operation property of the reactor, positional offset prevention of coil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of a reactor.    reactor (1)    core (3)    coils (5A,5B)    resin made positing pieces (7A,7B)    gap (13a-13f)
NOVELTY - The electric double layer capacitor comprises several chambers (2a) containing metallic foil wounded polarizing electrodes, so as to form a capacitor element (1). Each chamber is filled with electrolyte liquid for driving. A cover (3) made of aluminum, covers the case and joins the end face of each capacitor element. The characteristics of the double layer capacitor is varied by adjusting the capacitor elements located in the chambers.    USE - For use in fuel-cell vehicle, hybrid car, and electric power storage system.    ADVANTAGE - The capacitance value is increased, by inexpensive and simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the electric-double layer capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    capacitor element (1)    cases (2)    storage chamber (2a)    partition (2b)    cover (3)
NOVELTY - The pressure open valve (11) is fixed to valve housing (12) through flange shaped welding attachment (16) and spring plate (24) provided inside the peripheral opening (7) of laminated pressure vessel (1). A gasket (25) is provided to be fixed between the flange shaped attachment and the peripheral opening such that when internal pressure of vessel (1) reaches a predetermined value, the valve opens and releases the internal pressure.    USE - For use with pressure vessel such as lamination type capacitor, batteries, etc., used in household appliances and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Attachment of valve housing is performed easily and firmly with respect to lamination pressure vessel. Leakage of liquid or permeation of foreign materials is prevented effectively by arrangement of gasket sealing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the pressure open valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    pressure vessel (1)    openings (6)    peripheral opening (7)    pressure open valve (11)    valve housing (12)    attachment (16)    flange attachment (21b)    spring plate (24)    gaskets (25)
NOVELTY - A rivet (11) has an insertion protrusion (13) whose internal diameter (B) and outer diameter (A) satisfy specified relationship with outer diameter of welding protrusion (24) of an external terminal (21).    USE - For battery or capacitor mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The joining structure has vibration proof characteristic for enduring severe service condition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the external terminal joining structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    rivet (11)    end face (12)    insertion protrusion (13)    external terminal (21)    welding protrusion (24)
NOVELTY - The organic polymer of amount 0.01- 5 weight%, which raises the overvoltage of negative electrode, is added to electrolyte liquid consisting of dilute sulfuric acid. The paste which consists of a kneaded material of lead oxide and sulfuric acid is electrolyzed in the electrolyte liquid, to form the negative electrode.    USE - For lead storage battery.    ADVANTAGE - The surface area of a negative electrode is increased sharply, and lead storage battery with heavy current discharge characteristic can be manufactured easily.
NOVELTY - A current collection board set (14) includes current collection boards (16) to which electric current is supplied through conductor wire (18) arranged at the exterior of the fuel cell (10). Several switches (20) are arranged between current collection board set and conductor wire, to steplessly and continuously change the conduction state of the current collection boards and conductor wire.    USE - For fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the fuel cell positioned at the vicinity of current collection board set is increased efficiently without increasing the transmission loss, by the arrangement of the switches.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Current collection board set (14)    Current collection board (16)    Switch (20)    Electronic control unit (22)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) comprises a hole (44) for penetrating waste water into a separator (18) in a direction, such that the water touches along surface of separator. The waste water positions along the downstream side of gas path at the diffused layer press surface (42a) of rib (42), when opened into rib section.    USE - For motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell drains the generated water which is retained in the diffused layer of lower unit of rib.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a section of the solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell.    Fuel cell (10)    Separator (18)    Rib (42)    Diffused layer press surface (42a)    Hole (44)
NOVELTY - The battery pack (1) has electric power extraction terminal which is formed of a connection with connection terminal (31) that is provided at positive and negative terminals (11A, 11B). A heater (50) provided at the electric power extraction terminal, comprises heating wire to heat the electric power extraction terminal.    USE - For battery pack including secondary battery such as nickel cadmium battery, nickel hydrogen battery, lithium ion battery, etc., used in hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature reduction of battery pack is prevented, even when heat is thermally radiated from cable. Hence equalization of the temperature of the whole battery pack, is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of the internal structure of the battery pack. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    battery pack (1)    positive terminal (11A)    negative terminal (11B)    connection terminal (31)    heater (50)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (FC) (12) e.g. phosphoric acid type fuel cell (PAFC) receives oxygen gas from a cathode, and hydrogen gas from an anode. The electric power is generated when the fuel system receives the hydrogen gas. A heater (30) provided in the FC system heats the coolant supplied to the FC. An electronic control unit (ECU) (40) controls the calorific value of heater based on the operation of switch (42) used to stop the increased mode of heating in FC system.    USE - For FC electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Energy consumption of the FC system is reduced by suppressing the heater calorific value. The output of the FC is suppressed reliably by the temperature reduction of the FC.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic diagram of the FC system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    FC system (10)    FC (12)    coolant supply pipe (14)    coolant discharge pipe (16)    heater (30)    ECU (40)    switch (42)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a fuel electrode (3) arranged at one side of a catalyst supported by a carbon material, and an air electrode (5) arranged at the other side. Carbon nanotubes branch in the shape of a highly-oriented branch from a carbon nanotube extended as a trunk into the carbon material, to form a carbon metal nanotree with metal existing the inside or outside surface of the carbon nanotube. The fuel cell generates a direct current between the fuel electrode and the air electrode by the action of catalyst.    USE - For electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell promotes smooth catalytic action, and has excellent electric-power-generation capability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional drawing of the fuel cell.    Solid-electrolyte layer (1)    Fuel electrode (3)    Substrate (3a)    Catalyst layer (3b)    Air electrode (5)
NOVELTY - A current collection board (14) of a fuel cell (10) is electrically connected to a conductor wire (20), through an electrical conductivity area variable mechanism (16) which consists of several movable current carrying sections (18). The electrical conductivity area variable mechanism varies the contact area between current collection board and the conductor wire. The variable mechanism minimizes or maximizes the contact area into OFF or ON state during low temperature starting of fuel cell or after completion of warming up of fuel cell.    USE - For vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat release from a conductor wire is suppressed without increasing transmission loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text.)    fuel cell (10)    current collection board (14)    electrical conductivity area variable mechanism (16)    movable current carrying section (18)    conductor wires (20)
NOVELTY - The lithium ion secondary cell consists of anode having anode mix layer with density of more than 3.7 g/cm3 and containing lithium cobalt oxide (A) and complex oxide (B) of lithium, nickel and cobalt of specific composition, in the mass ratio of 0.04-0.8.    USE - Used as power supply for portable device, motor vehicles, bicycles and motorcycles.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium ion secondary cell has high capacity, high operating voltage and excellent load characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The lithium ion secondary cell consists of anode having anode mix layer with density of more than 3.7 g/cm3 and containing lithium cobalt oxide (A) and complex oxide (B) of lithium, nickel and cobalt in the mass ratio of 0.04-0.8. The complex oxide is of formula: LixNiyCozM(1-y-z)O2, where M is aluminum, manganese, iron, magnesium, silicon, titanium, zinc, molybdenum, vanadium, strontium, tin, antimony, tungsten, tantalum, niobium, germanium and/or barium, x is 0.5-1.2, y+z is 0.9-1 (excluding 1), and y and z are greater than 0.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the lithium ion secondary cell.    Anode (1)    Cathode (2)    Separator (3)    Battery case (4)    Insulator (5)
NOVELTY - An active reduction property substance such as nitrogen, carbon monoxide etc., is made to adhere to catalyst such that the catalyst activity is reduced. A solution containing the catalyst to which the active reduction property substance is adhered, and a solvent is prepared after the adhesion and is applied to a to-be-applied medium.    USE - For fuel cell mounted on electric vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the deterioration of piping connected to the stack of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow chart explaining catalyst layer manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The moisture content is provided to the catalyst layers after evaporation of an organic solvent by the catalyst layers generated with catalyst ink containing organic solvent. The catalyst layers to which the moisture content is provided, are put under heating and pressure reduction.    USE - For fuel cell mounted on electric vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses the deterioration of piping connected to the stack of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (a) stack component manufacturing apparatus of fuel cell; and    (b) stack component of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow chart explaining stack component manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell apparatus has a cell stack (10) accommodated inside a case. Multiple pressing screws (117-119) are provided at the inner wall face of the case for pressing the cell stack towards an opposing surface for fixing the cell stack in the case.    USE - For power supply of electronic device e.g. notebook personal computer (PC), mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), electronic notebook, wrist watch, digital still camera, digital camcorder and game machine.    ADVANTAGE - The size and weight of the fuel cell apparatus is reduced and the electric power generation efficiency per unit volume is improved by eliminating the need for providing space for arranging the fastening bolt at the periphery of the cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the fuel cell apparatus.    surface separators (1,9)    membrane electrode assemblies (2,4,8)    double sided separators (3,5,7)    cell stack (10)    pressing screws (117-119)
NOVELTY - A protecting layer (10) is attached to the heat fusion layer (7a) of the laminate film (7), for protecting the electric-power generation element (2). The protecting layer is solidified on the surface of the laminate film. The element (2) is sealed by heat fusing the heat fusion layer formed in the circumference of the laminate film.    USE - For manufacturing film-clad battery used in motor drive, electric-vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of assembly operation of film-clad battery is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the film-clad battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    electric-power generation element (2)    laminate film (7)    heat fusion layer (7a)    concave layer (7b)    protecting layer (10)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen flow path (60) which supplies hydrogen to a fuel cell (22), is connected to a branch hydrogen flow path (66) through a relief valve (69). The valve is opened when the pressure in the branch flow path exceeds a standard valve. A decreasing device which decreases the density of hydrogen ejected from the flow path (60) through the relief valve, is connected to the downstream side of the branch hydrogen flow path (66), prior to ejection to outside.    USE - For electric power generation in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The excess rise in the fuel gas pressure supplied to the fuel cell is prevented without imposing a design limit, and hence promotes diffusion of the hydrogen ejected outside.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    fuel cell (22)    hydrogen tank (23)    hydrogen flow path (60)    branch hydrogen flow path (66)    relief valve (69)    control device (70)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has an internal air intake duct (8) for supplying refrigerant to a battery module (10), and an internal air exhaust duct (9) for ejecting refrigerant from the battery module, installed in the same face of the case of the battery pack. A refrigerant rectification mechanism introduces refrigerant supplied and deflected in the intake duct, uniformly to lamination direction of the battery module.    USE - For nickel cadmium battery, nickel-hydrogen battery, and lithium ion battery, used as power source in hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the refrigerant is uniformly supplied to a battery module, whole battery module is cooled uniformly. The size of the battery pack is reduced, by installing the inlet and exhaust ports of the refrigerant, in the same side of a case.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows an exploded perspective view of the battery pack. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    internal air intake duct (8)    inlet port (8a)    internal exhaust duct (9)    exhaust port (9a)    battery module (10)    cell (11)    end plate (15)
NOVELTY - A lead sheet (1) is rolled using small rollers (3) with a draft percentage of 3% or less after rolling the lead sheet to 50% of the thickness of an original lead sheet. The diameter (phi) of the small rollers is set in the range of 0.5d-5d, where d is the thickness of the lead sheet.    USE - For lead storage battery.    ADVANTAGE - The crystalline structure of the surface layer of the electrode collector is miniaturized, the intensity and the life of the electrode collector are improved and the deformation of the electrode collector is prevented by rolling the lead sheet using small rollers with a draft percentage of 3% or less.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a side view of the rolling process of the lead sheet in a continuous rolling system.    Lead sheet (1)    Casting lead sheet (1a)    Rolling lead sheet (1b)    Large roller (2)    Small roller (3)
NOVELTY - A synthetic resin layer (3) used for coating the peripheral surface of a filler (2) is provided between the filler and a reinforcement layer (4). The synthetic resin layer is formed with the thermoplastic resin plasticized at temperature of 200 degrees celsius or more.    USE - Used for high pressure piping e.g. coolant piping of vehicle air conditioner, hydrogen piping of fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables maintaining the pressure resistance reinforcement and the friction prevention by the filler while improving the softness and vibrational absorption property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional side view of the flexible tube.    Tube main body (1)    Large diameter portion (1a)    Filler (2)    Synthetic resin layer (3)    Reinforcement layer (4)
NOVELTY - A stop ring (4) has concave portions (4a) that are engaged with convex portions (3a) of coupling (3), by press-contacting the stop ring with respect to the coupling through straight portion (1c) of piping main case (1). A reinforcement wire (2) is fixed to the coupling using another stop ring (5), such that the stop ring (4) is covered by the reinforcement wire.    USE - For attaching coupling to flexible piping such as refrigerant piping of vehicle-mounted air conditioner, hydrogen piping of fuel-cell vehicle, and other piping used for supplying helium and carbon dioxide.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing performance between piping main case and coupling is increased, hence leakage of fluid in flexible piping is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the side face sectional view of flexible piping with coupling attachment structure.    piping main case (1)    straight portion (1c)    reinforcement wire (2)    coupling (3)    convex portion (3a)    stop rings (4,5)    concave portion (4a)
NOVELTY - A pressure vessel (1) includes a cylindrical shell (2) and a pair of end plates (3, 4) with which both the ends of the shell are closed. A nozzle attachment (5) is integrally formed in any one among the end plates. The metal which is subjected to the reformation processing with which the crystal grains are miniaturized is used as the base material for the formation of the nozzle attachment.    USE - Used for storing gas such as hydrogen gas and natural gas used as a fuel in the vehicle industry, housing industry, transport machine industry or oxygen gas in oxygen supply system or industrial gas.    ADVANTAGE - The impact resistance and fatigue strength of the nozzle attachment are increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for reinforced pressure vessel production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a perspective view of the pressure vessel.    pressure vessel (1)    shell (2)    end plates (3,4)    nozzle attachment (5)
NOVELTY - The co-generation system has a storage battery installed in an electric power generation unit or an exhaust heat utilization unit so as to store the electric power of domestic cogeneration or solar power generation system.    USE - For storage battery built-in type domestic co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing cost, transportation cost and construction cost are reduced by integrated arrangement of the storage battery.
NOVELTY - An odorization agent contains reaction product(s) (I-IV) obtained by carrying out Diels-Alder reaction of isoprene and/or piperylene and cyclopentadiene and/or hydrocarbon group-substituted cyclo pentadiene.    USE - For fuel, such as natural gas, industrial gas, town gas, liquefied petroleum gas, gasoline, naphtha and kerosene, and used for fuel cells such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell and phosphoric acid fuel cell used as power supply for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The odorization agent has favorable odor strength, chemical stability and low concentration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An odorization agent contains reaction product(s) of formulae (I-IV) obtained by carrying out Diels-Alder reaction of isoprene and/or piperylene and cyclopentadiene and/or hydrocarbon group-substituted cyclo pentadiene.    R=H or 1-6C hydrocarbon group.
NOVELTY - The tire (1) has a magnetic part (2) made from powder magnetic material and having alternating magnetic poles (2a).    USE - For bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Allows incorporating electric power generating mechanism to bicycle, thus reducing energy losses during bicycle operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the partial side view of the tire. (Diagram includes non-English language text).    Tire (1)    Magnetic part (2)    Magnetic poles (2a)    Gaps (d)
NOVELTY - The roll-forming apparatus has a reference roller (1) and three corrugated forming-rollers (2-4) for mold processing of metal sheet. The corrugated groove width of roller (4) is larger than the corrugated groove width of roller (3) having corrugated groove width larger than larger than the corrugated groove width of roller (2).    USE - For manufacturing separator for fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell, phosphoric-acid type fuel cell, melting carbonate type fuel cell and solid oxide fuel cell of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The molding of metal sheet is performed easily, in cost effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic structure of two-stage molding apparatus, 3-step molding apparatus and back-up-roll side face. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    reference roller (1)    corrugated forming rollers (2-4)    back-up roller (5)
NOVELTY - An anode active material and cathode active material supports a lithium ion or an anion reversibly. A vinylene carbonate present in electrolyte liquid of aprotic organic solvent electrolyte solution of lithium salt is doped with respect to the cathode or anode, so that the electric potential of the anode after short-circuiting the anode and cathode is less than or equal to 2.0 volt.    USE - Used for e.g. an electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electrical storage sources such as electric-power-assisted bicycle, electric wheel chair, solar energy, wind-powered electricity generation, domestic electric appliances, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Highly durable capacitor with high capacitance retention during continuous charging in high temperature is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic view of the lithium ion capacitor.    positive electrode (1)    negative electrode (2)    separator (3)    lithium metal (4)    conducting wire (5)
NOVELTY - A lithium ion supply source is arranged facing a positive electrode (1) and a negative electrode (2). The opposing surface product of the lithium ion supply source and the negative electrode ranges from 75 to 100 percent of the negative electrode area. The negative electrode and the positive electrode support the lithium ion by electrochemical contact with the negative electrode wound or laminated.    USE - Used as power supply of e.g. electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electric power assisted bicycle, electric power wheelchair, electric appliance.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures safety of the lithium ion capacitor thus improving assembly workability and productivity of the cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross sectional view of the lithium ion capacitor.    Positive electrode (1)    Negative electrode (2)    Separator (3)    Lithium metal (4)    Packing container (5)
NOVELTY - The assembly has frame-like catalyst microparticle dispersion layer (8) of 0.1-10 mm wide which is formed in outer periphery of the catalyst layer (2) on one surface of the polymeric electrolyte film (1). The outer periphery of the catalyst layer is settled in frame of catalyst microparticle dispersion layer.    USE - For polymer electrolyte fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of catalyst layer periphery portion can be prevented so durability of the membrane-electrode assembly is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of the membrane-electrode assembly.    polymeric electrolyte film (1)    catalyst layer (2)    separator (5)    gasket (6)    frame-like catalyst microparticle dispersion layer (8)
NOVELTY - Carbon layer (4) is formed on the separator substrate (1) by applying a carbon tube raw material on the substrate surface using dry type forming method, while applying a negative high voltage to the substrate in insert gas atmosphere.    USE - For manufacturing of separator for fuel cell in electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Since chemical stability of the carbon layer is improved, corrosion resistance and the electroconductivity of the fuel cell separator are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the flowchart explaining the manufacturing method of separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    substrate (1)    metal layer (2)    dipping bed (3)    carbon layer (4)    separator (100)
NOVELTY - The solid electrolyte film structure (11) has a solid electrolyte film (12) interposed between electrodes (13,14) which consists of two metal sheets, in laminated state by hot press. The hot press is performed at the temperature of 120-250degreesC.    USE - For solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell used for power supply in vehicle, domestic power supply and portable power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The contact resistance between electrodes and electrolyte film is minimized, and hence the ionic conductivity along film-thickness direction of solid-electrolyte film can be measured with high accuracy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of solid electrolyte film structure; and    (2) ion conductivity apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the top view of the film electrode assembly. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    solid electrolyte film structure (11)    solid electrolyte film (12)    electrodes (13,14)    paper board (21,22)    hot press boards (23,24)
NOVELTY - The electrical cell has negative electrode collector (22) consisting of copper foil with through hole (23) and the porosity of the copper foil is 10-70%. The negative electrode active material layer has non-graphite property carbonaceous material as negative electrode active material. The Brunauer Emmett Teller (BET) specific surface area of the non-graphite property carbonaceous material is 1-1500 m2/g. The thickness of the negative electrode active material layer is 20-100 microns.    USE - For lithium ion secondary cell for motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium-type electrical cell with high output density and high energy density is mass produced reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-aqueous lithium type electrical cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-section of the electrode structure during the manufacture of non-aqueous lithium type electrical cell.    Positive electrode collector (11)    Positive electrode active material layer (12)    Negative electrode active material layer (21)    Negative electrode collector (22)    Through holes (23)
NOVELTY - A detection circuit (11) converts the input voltage range of a battery pack (1) by a predetermined ratio. A differential amplifier circuit (13) calculates the difference between voltage from the detection circuit and a predetermined reference voltage by predetermined gain and amplifies the difference voltage. A controller (17) calculates the voltage value of battery pack based on amplified voltage output from differential amplifier circuit.    USE - For battery pack, high capacitance capacitor and single battery used in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The real service voltage range and resolution of battery pack can be measured accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the block diagram of a voltage detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    battery pack (1)    detection circuit (11)    amplifier circuit (13)    switches (14,15)    controller (17)
NOVELTY - The temperature regulator (37) adjusts the temperature of gas discharged from gas fluidizer. An abnormality-determination unit (100) determines the abnormality of temperature regulator. The gas distribution state control unit (110) controls the gas distributed in the gas-distribution path based on the determination result obtained from abnormality-determination unit.    USE - For fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system can prevent hot gas circulating the components arranged downstream from gas fluidizer. The life time of fuel cell system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of fuel cell system.    fuel gas distribution path (12)    air compressor (15)    temperature regulator (37)    abnormality-determination unit (100)    gas-distribution state control unit (110)
NOVELTY - A flow meter (300) and state amount detector detects the flow rate and the state amount of the hydrogen supplied to the fuel cell from the hydrogen tank before the start of electric power generation. The flow rate of the hydrogen from the supply start of the hydrogen is calculated based on the detected state amount of the hydrogen during the pressurization period until the pressure in the flow path reaches the predetermined pressure. The leak of the hydrogen is detected based on the detected flow rate.    USE - For electric power generation in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The leak of the hydrogen is rapidly detected before the start of electric power generation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrogen leak detection method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of fuel cell system explanatorily. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Hydrogen tank (20)    Hydrogen flow path (24)    Vehicle (90)    Fuel cell system (100)    Flow meter (300)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell stack (10) generates electric power by hydrogen gas and air-gas supplied to anode (11) and cathode (12) respectively. The air-gas and hydrogen gas pressure control valves (23,35) control the air-gas and hydrogen gas pressure of cathode and anode. An electronic controller (50) controls the pressure control valves so that the pressure level at the time of high load driving is maintained, while maintaining pressure difference with air-gas and hydrogen gas pressure in specific pressure difference range based on output request.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves the responsiveness of electric power removing of fuel cell with respect to an output request.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Anode (11)    Cathode (12)    Hydrogen gas pressure control valve (23)    Air-gas pressure control valve (35)    Electronic controller (50)
NOVELTY - A capacitor is incorporated in a cigar socket cable min body (2) The electric current of the capacitor is supplied to the spark plug using the basic factor of the capacitor in order to stabilize the voltage of the battery, and voltage reduction at the time of operation of air conditioner mounted in motor vehicle when accelerator is stepped in is relieved by inserting the cigar socket cable main body in a cigar socket in the motor vehicle.    USE - For stabilizing voltage of battery mounted in motor vehicle using cigar socket.    ADVANTAGE - Stabilizes battery voltage, reduces audio noise and video noise, and relieves voltage reduction at the time of operation of air conditioner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the photograph of the cigar socket connection voltage stabilizer. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Cigar socket (1)    Cigar socket cable main body (2)
NOVELTY - Sealing element comprises compressed graphite.    USE - Used in a fuel cell for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing element has a long service life.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) alkaline fuel cell containing the above sealing element;    (2) solid oxide fuel cell containing the above sealing element; and    (3) fuel cell comprising an ion-conducting membrane (4), an electrode (6, 8) arranged on the membrane, an electrically conducting element (10, 12) arranged on the electrode and the above sealing element (14, 16) arranged between the electrode and the electrically conducting element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-section through a fuel cell with sealing elements.    fuel cell (2)    ion-conducting element (4)    electrodes (6, 8)    electrically conducting gas diffusion media (10, 12)    sealing elements (14, 16)
NOVELTY - The condenser has a condenser device with two condenser units each has two coilings and plastic foils provided with metal layers. The condenser units are parallely connected by an interconnecting device that includes two interconnecting units with outer connection units (8). The connection units are arranged in such a manner that they lie together with a small distance and are electrically insulated against each other by an insulator.    USE - Used as a component of an electronic controller in a motor vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The condenser units are parallely connected by using the interconnecting unit, thus producing a reduced condenser series resistance compared to a series connection and hence avoiding electrical losses due to the smaller ohm`s condenser resistance during current charging of the condenser. The connection units are arranged in such a manner that they lie together with a small distance and are electrically insulated against each other by an insulator, thus achieving low inductive connection of the condenser in a power electronic unit. The condenser thus ensures constructionally simple power supply line for the condenser device and simple installation of the low inductive bus bars.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a power condenser.    Condenser (1)    Outer connection units (8)    Metallic housing (12)    Housing circuit points (13)    Plastic shells (15)
NOVELTY - The high-selective oxidating carbon monoxide in hydrogen-rich gas technique with light-thermal synergistic reaction comprises: with a light-catalyzed reaction installation, forcing the light source onloading noble metal nano catalyst surface with TiO2 or mixed oxide contained TiO2 as carrier, removing the carbon monoxide with synergistic reaction of light catalysis of TiO2 carrier and thermanl catalysis of noble metal. Wherein, the said light catalysis can restrain the thermal oxidation of noble metal to hydrogen. This invention also prolongs service lifetime of catalysts, needs not common heating device, and can be used in portable hydrogen fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A platinum/ multi-wall carbon nanotubes (Pt/MWNTs) catalyst for the high-activity hydrogen-air proton exchanging membrane type fuel battery is prepared through pretreating the carbon nanotubes, and preparing said catalyst by form-aldehyde reducing method. Its advantages are high dispersity of Pt particles and high catalytic performance.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a catalyst for CO selective oxidation in hydrogen-rich gas of fuel battery electric vehicle, and its preparing process, wherein the catalyst comprises main active component ofCuO, an auxiliary active component of CeO2, and another auxiliary active component comprising MgO, Li2O, Y2O3, ZnO, Fe2O3 or MnO2. The catalyst is prepared by using parallel flow co-precipitation method or sol-gal process.
NOVELTY - The method involves manufacturing a band (20) of connected conductor components (24) with a layer. The conductor components of each layer of the band are configured to a predetermined alignment orientation with respect to slots of an armature of an electromechanical machine, and the configured conductor components are disposed into predetermined slots of the armature of the electro-mechanical machine.    USE - Used for manufacturing a winding for an armature of an electro-mechanical machine e.g. automobile generator and electrical DC and AC motors e.g. linear and arc stators for a motor, magneto-hydrodynamic pump.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides highly uniform winding, increased copper fill in slots, improved motor efficiency, lower material costs and labor consumption for manufacturing and provides an opportunity for automated production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sheet of electro-conductive material formed into a band of connected conductor components by stamping the sheet.    Band (20)    Electro-conductive material (22)    Conductor components (24)    Central zone (26)    End zones (28)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical steam reformer having an integrated heat exchanger comprises a reactor having an upper reactor zone (41) with an internal heat exchange part (28); a middle reactor zone connected to the upper reactor zone and having a combustion part, a steam generation part, and a reforming part; and a lower reactor zone (43) forming a lower surface of the middle reactor zone.    USE - In fuel cells requiring hydrogen, at hydrogen stations for supplying hydrogen to fuel cell vehicles or other similar places.    ADVANTAGE - The reformer can continuously supply hydrogen to fuel cell systems or fuel cell vehicles requiring hydrogen by reducing the size of a hydrogen generator, typical of a conventional large plant; forms an optimal heat exchange network leading to optimal performance of the individual parts, thus minimizing heat loss and realizes optimal heat exchange efficiency; simplifies fluid flow so as to minimize stagnant portions and also to have high efficiency, stability and durability, in consideration of the expansion and contraction of the material of the high-temperature reactor; can be applied which are small and require stability, such as hydrogen stations, so as to enable easy supply of a catalyst and increase durability, alleviate the effect of thermal expansion on the reactor; decreases hydrogen preparation cost; improves the commercial usability of the hydrogen station.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a view of inner structure of a cylindrical steam reformer.    feed/steam mixing pipe (14)    material inlet (21)    reformate flow path (26)    reformate outlet (27)    internal heat exchange part (28)    upper reactor zone (41)    lower reactor zone (43)    steam inlet (59)    feed/steam flow path (60)    feed/ steam outlet (61)
NOVELTY - The stacked face of the catalyst layers (2a,2b) are smaller than the stacked face of electrolyte element (1). The stacked face of diffusion layers (3a,3b) are larger than the stacked face of catalyst layers. The surface of electrolyte element abutting the catalyst layer is designated as A1, and the surface of electrolyte element which is not abutting the catalyst layer is designated as A2. The adhesive material layer at the surface A2 equips metallic element which has hydrogen-peroxide decomposability.    USE - For use as power source to electric vehicle and for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has improved durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a sectional view of electrolyte film of the fuel cell.    electrolyte element (1)    catalyst layers (2a,2b)    diffusion layers (3a,3b)    reactive-gas supply-path (7a,7b)    cooling medium flow path (8)
NOVELTY - The capacitor has a gap (107) between the edge (104) and metalicon electrode (106). The width of gap is 1.2 mm or more, 1.3 mm or more and 1.4 mm or more, when the dimension of elliptical structure of capacitor with respect to major axis is 60-100 mm, 100-120 mm and 120 mm or more.    USE - For use in inverter circuit (claimed) of motor drive circuit (claimed) of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Exhibits stable performance in wide temperature range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) inverter circuit using the capacitor; and    (2) vehicle drive motor drive circuit using the capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the structure of metallized film capacitor.    Dielectric film (101)    Metal vapor deposited electrode (102)    Metallized film (103)    Edge (104)    Metalicon electrode (106)    Gap (107)
NOVELTY - Battery cells (20) are arranged in one row so that the electrode tab (25a) of one battery cell and electrode tab (25b) of another battery cell partially overlap each other. The electrode tabs are connected with each other at the overlapped portion (35A).    USE - For manufacturing battery pack (claimed) used for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode tabs are connected with sufficient operability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the explanatory diagram showing the battery pack manufacturing method.    battery cells (20)    electrode tabs (25a,25b)    overlapped portion (35A)    battery pack (50)
NOVELTY - The system has a set of unit fuel cells (10) arranged in a stack of adjoining unit fuel cells, where each unit fuel cell includes a membrane electrode assembly. An anode separator (26) is positioned between each unit fuel cell in contact with an anode of the assembly. A cathode separator (27) is positioned between fuel cells in contact with the cathode for the assembly. A surface of the anode separator for each unit fuel cell is joined to a surface of the cathode separator to form an electrode separator assembly.    USE - Used in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Surface of the anode separator for each unit fuel cell is joined to the surface of the cathode separator to form the electrode separator assembly, thus preventing the deformation or bowing of the membrane electrode assemblies of the individual unit fuel cells, and hence reducing the surface pressure between adjoining surfaces of unit fuel cells, thereby reducing the size and weight of the end plates for holding together the unit fuel cells in a fuel cell stack. The system reduces the contact resistance between the unit fuel cells, thus permitting the fuel cell stack to be made smaller and lighter with decreased cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of making a fuel cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional side view of a unit fuel cell with a membrane electrode assembly.    Unit fuel cells (10)    Membrane electrode assembly (20)    Electrolyte membrane (21)    Anode separator (26)    Cathode separator (27)
NOVELTY - The device has a row (1) of hollow chain links jointed to each other by their ends in order to form a chain. The chain has two ends (17) connected with a fixed part and a movable part e.g. front seat of a vehicle or a slidable door, respectively, where a row of conductors is inserted in the chain. Each end of the chain is shaped in the form of an electrical connector housing unit (18) intended to be coupled with a corresponding housing unit.    USE - Used in an electric installation, optical installation, pneumatic installation or hydraulic installation for supporting and guiding conductors such as an optic conductor, pneumatic conductor, hydraulic conductor and electric conductor e.g. flat conductors that are connected between a power supply such as a battery of vehicle and an electric unit to be supplied such as electric motor.    ADVANTAGE - The end of the chain is shaped in the form of a connector housing unit intended to be coupled with a corresponding housing unit, thus permitting to reduce the manpower, cost and time for connecting the conductors to the connectors connected to the current source and the unit to be power supplied.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevational view of a conductor supporting and guiding device.    Hollow chain links row (1)    Tab (2)    Pilot point (3)    Hole (4)    Chain`s ends (17)    Connector housing unit (18)
NOVELTY - The system has master and slave tanks for storing gas, and line (132) coupled to the master tank to provide the gas stored in the master tank to a gas-using device. A pressure regulator is held in the line between the master tank and the device. A master tank shut-off valve is held in the line between the master tank and the regulator. A slave tank shut-off valve (146) is held within another line (144), where differential pressure across the valve (146) is low, and the valve (146) closes the slave tank in response to increased differential pressure across the slave tank shut-off valve.    USE - Used for storing compressed hydrogen gas (claimed) and natural gas, which is utilized for producing electricity in a fuel cell stack that is used as a source of power for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The slave tank shut-off valve is positioned within the line, where the differential pressure across the slave tank shut-off valve is low so that minimal electrical energy is required to maintain the valve in the open position, thus automatically closing the value of the tank in response to the increased differential pressure across the slave tank shut-off valve during rupture/leak of the line, and hence reducing cost and complexity of the system. The provision of the shut-off valves facilitate the system to provide improved safety during parking and driving, provide active and automatic control of the valves in an emergency situation, and reduce the electrical power necessary to operate the valves.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic plan view of a master/slave compressed gas tank system.    Slave tank (124)    Lines (132, 144)    Low pressure shut-off valve (140)    Slave tank shut-off valves (146, 148)    Thermal activated pressure relief valve (160)
NOVELTY - A device for simultaneously operating an air conditioner and a nichrome wire by using the wind is provided to operate an air conditioner compressor and the nichrome wire by rotating a DC(Direct Current) motor with four small batteries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A generator (5) fixed to a shaft of a propeller (1) is settled in the inner front side of a vehicle. Four small batteries fixed in the vehicle are charged with electricity by an electric wire connected to the generator. An air conditioner compressor is operated by turning a DC motor fixed in an inner structure (4) of the vehicle with the electricity. A heater is safely mounted in the vehicle by using the nichrome wire. The electric wire of the battery operating the air conditioner compressor and the nichrome wire is cut in pressing a switch of the heater or the air conditioner while the vehicle starts and a shaft of the DC motor is automatically separated from a shaft of the air conditioner compressor.
NOVELTY - A hybrid energy storage apparatus for a vehicle and a method for optimally operating the same are provided to reduce a maintenance cost of the vehicle by preventing performance deterioration and reduction of a lifetime of the battery due to excessive charging/discharging.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - In a hybrid energy storage apparatus for a vehicle, a battery (111) and an ultra capacitor (112) are connected to each other in parallel to charge power generated at a power generating device of the vehicle. A switch (113) is connected to a side of the battery (111). And, an energy converting device (115) is installed between the battery (111) and the ultra capacitor (112) to convert and supply the power of the ultra capacitor (112) to the battery (111).