Magnetic hydrocarbon fuel treatment device and method

Abstract

Magnetic treatment of hydrocarbon fuel flowing through a fuel conduit. A plurality of magnets with repelling polarity affects the fuel structure and alternating said structure by aligning the hydrocarbons in a parallel uniform manner to increase combustion efficiency, thus increasing power while reducing pollutants and exhaust emissions.

Claims

1. A magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method for magnetic treatment of hydrocarbon fuel flowing through a fuel conduit for greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, comprising: means for pulling the positively charged carbon atoms to the outside of the pipe while pushing the negatively charged hydrogen atoms to the center; means for permitting the application of the magnets in a uniform and consistent manner to the fuel conduit; means for correctly positioning and maintaining the magnets in their proper relationship to the fuel line; means for greater fuel efficiency and reduction of harmful pollutants; means for separating the carbon and hydrogen elements for greater fuel efficiency and lower pollution; and means to reduce the emissions of the flu gases eliminating many of the pollutants emitted into the atmosphere.

2. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for pulling the positively charged carbon atoms to the outside of the pipe while pushing the negatively charged hydrogen atoms to the center comprises a high intrinsic coercive force, ferrite, low-temperature service, grade 5 through 8 ceramic magnets.

3. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for permitting the application of the magnets in a uniform and consistent manner to the fuel conduit comprises a cluster of magnets, rigid magnetic sections.

4. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for correctly positioning and maintaining the magnets in their proper relationship to the fuel line comprises a rigid metal backing.

5. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for greater fuel efficiency and reduction of harmful pollutants, comprises a sorted to type separated atoms.

6. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for separating the carbon and hydrogen elements for greater fuel efficiency and lower pollution, comprises magnetized elements of carbon and hydrogen magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device.

7. The magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method in accordance with claim 1, wherein said means for the reduction of the emissions of the flu gases eliminating many of the pollutants emitted into the atmosphere comprises un-combusted fuels, pollutants flue exhaust.

8. A magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method for magnetic treatment of hydrocarbon fuel flowing through a fuel conduit for greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, comprising: a high intrinsic coercive force, ferrite, low-temperature service, grade 5 through 8 ceramic magnets, for pulling the positively charged carbon atoms to the outside of the pipe while pushing the negatively charged hydrogen atoms to the center; a cluster of magnets, rigid magnetic sections, for permitting the application of the magnets in a uniform and consistent manner to the fuel conduit; a rigid metal backing for correctly positioning and maintaining the magnets in their proper relationship to the fuel line; a sorted to type separated atoms, for greater fuel efficiency and reduction of harmful pollutants; magnetized elements of carbon and hydrogen magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device, for separating the carbon and hydrogen elements for greater fuel efficiency and lower pollution; and un-combusted fuels, pollutants flue exhaust, for reducing the emissions of the flu gases eliminating many of the pollutants emitted into the atmosphere.

9. A magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device and method for magnetic treatment of hydrocarbon fuel flowing through a fuel conduit for greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, comprising: a high intrinsic coercive force, ferrite, low-temperature service, grade 5 through 8 ceramic magnets, for pulling the positively charged carbon atoms to the outside of the pipe while pushing the negatively charged hydrogen atoms to the center; a cluster of magnets, rigid magnetic sections, for permitting the application of the magnets in a uniform and consistent manner to the fuel conduit; a rigid metal backing for correctly positioning and maintaining the magnets in their proper relationship to the fuel line; a sorted to type separated atoms, for greater fuel efficiency and reduction of harmful pollutants; a magnetized elements of carbon and hydrogen magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device, for separating the carbon and hydrogen elements for greater fuel efficiency and lower pollution; and a un-combusted fuels, pollutants flue exhaust, for reducing the emissions of the flu gases eliminating many of the pollutants emitted into the atmosphere.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] A complete understanding of the present invention may be obtained by reference to the accompanying drawings, when considered in conjunction with the subsequent, detailed description, in which:

[0031] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a fuel line fitted with ceramic magnets arranged to affect the structure of the carbon and hydrogen molecules flowing through the fuel line;

[0032] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a fuel line detailing the change in the hydrogen and carbon molecules after being affected by the ceramic magnets;

[0033] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a combustion furnace retrofitted with a magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device; and

[0034] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an oil derrick retrofitted with a magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device.

[0035] For clarity and brevity, like elements and components, will bear the same designations and numbering throughout the Figures.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

[0036] Hydrocarbons in the gas are agglomerated in the pipeline due to the van der Waals force. When burning in a state of agglomeration, combustion will be insufficient. If a magnetic field magnetizes these agglomerated molecules, the molecules will be “activated,” the intermolecular force will be reduced and dispersed, and then the combustion efficiency will be increased.

[0037] Fuel, after magnetization, has no agglomeration of hydrocarbons, so it is more sufficient in the combustion process. There are only water and carbon dioxide in the product, while there is a lot of carbon in the product without magnetization.

[0038] This study aimed to investigate the effect of a magnetized fuel on the performance of the fuel combustion in the boiler. The performance was observed by examining fuel consumption and exhaust emissions; in this experimental work, we are using a diesel fuel that is subjected to a magnetic field that is placed on the fuel supply line to magnetize the fuel before admitted to the burner of the boiler. The magnetic field used in this study is coming from two permanent magnets, each with (2000 Gauss).

[0039] The experimental result shows an improvement in boiler performance after the fuel is subjected to a magnetic field. The fuel consumption is decreased by (3.675%). The exhaust gas emission showed a reduction nearly by (38.04%) in CO, (21.89%) in HC. An increase by (3.432%) in CO2 and by (4.34%) in the exhaust temperature was observed.

[0040] The conventional boiler, which runs on the combustion of diesel fuel, has been around for two centuries. The external combustion engine has a huge role in generating steam in a power plant for its speed, high efficiency, and the low cost to run. The diesel combustion fuel is the industry's leading prime mover and will likely remain for the foreseeable future. To keep using this fuel, it has become imperative to improve the fuel consumption and emission characters.

[0041] Many experimental studies presented evidence of the benefits of magnetic treatment, which will enhance the fuel economy and reducing exhaust emission.

[0042] Referring now to FIG. 1, in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention generally concerns a fuel treatment system wherein the system preferably comprises a ceramic magnet 4 mounted with its south polarity 5 directly against a fuel conduit 6 with a plurality of additional ceramic magnet 4 (s) fitted circularly around the same fuel conduit 6 with all conduit contact sides providing a south polarity 5 ensuring an opposing force on all sides of the fuel conduit 6. The generally rectangular prismatic shaped ceramic magnet 4 is made of strontium carbonate and iron oxide and sized to fit the variables of the fuel conduits dimensions. A permanently attached metal backing 14 in contact with the north polarity 7 of the magnets provides shape for placement and rigidity and fastenability of the opposing magnetic sections 9. Sections are fastened using a standard hardware fastener 16, such as a threaded bolt passing through a formed flange at the end of each rectangular-shaped metal backing 14 fitted with a fastener hole 18 in each flange as opposed to a fastener hole 18 in an opposing flange.

[0043] In operation, more than one set of magnets may be stacked upon the other resulting in a stronger magnetic effect upon the fuel conduit 6. The present invention may also be applied linearly to affect a significant length of the fuel conduit 6.

[0044] Referring now to FIG. 2, in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention, it shall be understood that the carbon atoms 23 and hydrogen atoms 21 moves through the fuel conduit 6 from the fuel source side 8 as clusters 20 past the mounted present invention whereby the negative polarity causes the hydrogen atoms 21 and carbon atoms 23 to separate and align with like atoms. In a most preferred embodiment of the present invention, ceramic magnet 4 mounted with its south polarity 5 directly against a fuel conduit 6 with a plurality of additional ceramic magnet 4 (s) fitted circularly around the same fuel conduit 6 with all conduit contact sides providing a south polarity 5 ensuring an opposing force on all sides of the fuel conduit 6 causing the positively charged carbon atoms 23 to travel to the outside of the fuel conduit 6. In contrast, the negatively charged hydrogen atoms 21 are pushed to the center, allowing for separated atoms 22 for easier combining of introduced oxygen 30 with the hydrogen atoms 21 for complete combustion as the fuel passes the magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device 26 and moves toward the fuel outlet direction 10.

[0045] Referring now to FIG. 3, in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device 26 is mounted immediately upstream from the combustion unit on the fuel conduit 6, affecting the temperature and pollutants in the flue exhaust 28.

[0046] In operation, the effects of the present invention result in incomplete combustion, so increase the flue temperature while reducing the particulate matter emitted from the furnace 24. In the case of a furnace, 24 depicted the output heat 32 temperature is increase by some 10 to 20% resulting in greater fuel efficiency while at the same time reducing the amount of unburned fuels and thus reducing the amount of expelled pollutants into the atmosphere. The effect varies depending upon the device. The units are attached too. For example, in a boiler, the temperature may not increase because the rate of fuel consumption will be adjusted down, thus saving fuel while maintaining the appropriate temperature. In others, the temperature may rise, so the burn time is shortened, where thermostats determine to burn and rest times for a device. In yet other situations, the only effect may be to reduce the expelled pollutants by providing for a more efficient burn. In contrast, temperature or burn time is not an issue such as in a well burn off, and in yet another instance, the present invention may be applied to a pipeline designed to transport raw fuel such as crude oil as a means to increase the flow rate of the crude oil with no imminent intention to combust.

[0047] Referring now to FIG. 4, in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the magnetic hydrocarbon treatment device 26 is mounted immediately upstream from the combustion unit on the fuel conduit 6 of an oil derrick 34 with burnt gases 36 being expelled.

[0048] In operation, the present invention reduces pollutants being expelled into the atmosphere with no regard to burn time or specific temperature output.

[0049] It should be understood that the descriptions refer to the most preferred embodiment and it should be recognized that many minor changes in shape and mounting may be used to achieve the same results as described and that this description is not meant to limit the variability but rather to provide a reasonable understanding of the invention, its application, and methods.

[0050] Since other modifications and changes varied to fit particular operating requirements and environments will be apparent to those skilled in the art, the invention is not considered limited to the example chosen for purposes of disclosure. It covers all changes and modifications which do not constitute departures from the true spirit and scope of this invention.

[0051] Having thus described the invention, what is desired to be protected by Letters Patent is presented in the subsequently appended claims.