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Methods for Generating Power From Miniature Electrical Generators and Power Sources

  • US 20170179791A1
  • Filed: 03/03/2017
  • Published: 06/22/2017
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/17/2014
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for generating electrical power, the method comprising:

  • storing potential energy in an elastic element having one end attached to a shaft and another end attached to a structure upon rotation of the shaft relative to the structure in a first angular direction; and

    moving a retaining mechanism between an engaged position for retaining the shaft from rotating in a second angular direction opposite to the first angular direction and a power generating position permitting the shaft to rotate in the second angular direction;

    wherein when the retaining mechanism is moved to the power generating position, the stored potential energy in the elastic element is converted to kinetic energy to rotate the shaft which in turn rotates a generator operatively coupled to the shaft so as to produce electrical power.

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