The Theme of Concept: Theme of concept is to harness the kinetic energy within the flow of water without using the conventional methods like water wheel or other types of turbines. With some changes this can be a source of producing clean energy from tidal waves.
Components of System:
·Push Plates
·Chain Channel
·Push plates embedded and holded within the chain and chain channel
·Holding structure
·Generator shaft placing
How System Works:
The push plates are connected with a chain, the chain is gripped within an oval shaped channel. The water flow pushes the plate A and when Plate A reaches at the point X the plate B that is also connected with the same chain happens to reach at point Y so at this point the kinetic energy of the river flow works upon plate B to push it forward. Hence we expect to obtain a smooth run of system, the placement of appropriate gears can spin the shaft of a generator to produce clean energy.
Suitability:
·Narrow Passage Rivers.
·Narrow Shores having Rocky Geological Conditions.
·Agricultural Canals.
Possibilities of improvement:
As the real problem issue in this design is huge friction, if I would have some good technical and financial assistance available, surely we can introduce the MAGLEV Technology (Magnetic Levitation) or Permanent Super Magnets within the chain and chain holding structure to reduce the friction and increase the output.
