SCGFAMP – Energy Recovery and Valorization Methods
(Technical translation from French to English; June 2025)
1. Mechanical and Gravitational Methods
- Descending rigid mass (gravity) with trapdoors: recovery through translation or air compression.
- Inverted Archimedes thrust (water column) converted into mechanical displacement.
- Energy storage in springs or hydraulic cylinders through passive cycles.
- Clock‑inspired passive system: spring energy slowly released.
- Ratchet wheel or escapement mechanism for regulated flow.
- Counterweight raised or laterally shifted for energy recovery.
2. Embedded Micro‑Production
- Thermoelectric generators (TEG) exploiting the air‑to‑water temperature gradient.
- Triboelectric generators driven by evaporation or condensation.
- Micro‑piezoelectric harvesters on trapdoor, lever or guide‑rod movements.
- Low‑flow hydro turbine on the descending water column.
- Micro‑biological cells producing bio‑energy in stagnant water.
3. Conversion and Transmission Systems
- Mini linear generators (magnets + coils) along vertical travel paths.
- Pneumatic cylinders converting mechanical motion to electricity.
- Mechanical harvesting from the oscillation of floating modules.
- Inter‑module mechanical chains with amplified transmission (Modules E / E+ / E++).
4. Strategic Boosts and Optimizations
- Passive recompression of air (return‑to‑useful‑pressure systems).
- Mechanical amplification via motion multipliers or levers.
- Shape‑memory modules adapting buoyancy with temperature.
- Self‑aligning modules guided by ultrasonic sensors for cycle optimization.
- Regulation using magnetorheological fluids.
5. Automation and Active Re‑use
- Intelligent interconnected modules (PRIMARY GRID → MAINTENANCE → PROLIFERATION).
- Self‑powered microcontrollers for diagnostics and monitoring.
- Digital twins for instant energy modelling and control.
- Click‑&‑Play modules for simplified maintenance.
6. Prospective and Futuristic Ideas
- Magnetic fluid couplings for watertight hydraulic power transfer.
- Triboelectric or MEMS sensors embedded on all moving parts.
- Non‑moving‑part fluid valve with plasma assistance for active regulation.
- Microporous‑foam filtration recovering flow energy.
7. Regulation, Synchronization and System Safety
- Dual‑safety air/water purge mechanisms: purge valve + ejector.
- Residual water reservoir to prevent air pockets and loss of prime.
- Passive one‑way valve as an alternative to a buffer chamber for pressure compensation.
- Hybrid redundancy: buffer chamber combined with one‑way valve.
- Thermal regulator “ThermoLung”: cyclic air expansion/contraction via solar heat.
- Passive monitoring by mechanical ratchet or floating threshold (self‑trigger).
- Passive membrane pressure sensors driving a mechanical safety control.
This document summarizes the energy‑recovery approaches explored in the SCGFAMP system, bringing together technical modules, passive enhancements, and self‑regulating innovations suitable for decentralized or humanitarian deployment.