Method and apparatus for power generation using rotating ramjets

摘要: A novel, improved method and apparatus for generation of mechanical electrical power. Thrust module(s) is(are) provided on a low aerodynamic drag rotor. The rotor is affixed at central hub to shaft, rotates about an axis defined by the shaft. acts as structural member which transmits thrust generated onto power output In preferred embodiment modules are ramjet engines, inlet captures compresses impinging air stream. compressed stream thus provides oxygen mixing with fuel supplied from convenient source such natural gas. oxidized in produce combustion gases. gases expand, exhaust flow creates thrust. motivates engine rotate supersonic velocities, producing shaft energy. Escaping may be cooled passing them through heat exchanger capture portion available enthalpy heating secondary transfer fluid. particularly useful substantially efficiency rates when compared conventional, prior art plants.