DESC:FIELD OF DISCLOSURE
The disclosure relates generally to systems and methods for high-speed transportation of people and/or material. In particular, the present subject matter relates to electromagnetic propulsion systems and methods for propelling one or more vehicles.
BACKGROUND
The background information herein below relates to the present disclosure but is not necessarily prior art.
Rapid urbanization and economic expansion have precipitated a surge in vehicular traffic, exacerbating congestion, escalating fuel consumption, and intensifying environmental degradation. The proliferation of private automobiles amplifies traffic bottlenecks, extends commute durations, and contributes significantly to atmospheric pollution. Reliance on fossil fuels further depletes finite resources and exacerbates carbon emissions, underscoring the critical need for sustainable transportation alternatives. Although public transit systems mitigate some of these concerns, existing modalities such as metro rail, high-speed trains, and maglev technology necessitate substantial capital expenditure, grapple with overutilization, and are constrained by infrastructural limitations. While bullet trains and maglev systems offer high-speed transit solutions, their deployment is encumbered by exorbitant operational costs and complex integration challenges.
Electric vehicles (EVs) have surfaced as a viable substitute for conventional internal combustion engine vehicles, yet they are not without limitations. Constrained battery capacities induce range anxiety, and the scarcity of charging infrastructure impedes widespread adoption. Furthermore, EV dependency on electrical grids raises concerns regarding load management and energy sustainability, while the extraction, production, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries present significant environmental and logistical challenges. Addressing these constraints is imperative in achieving a truly resilient and sustainable urban mobility.
Therefore, there is a need for an electromagnetic propulsion system, that alleviates the aforementioned drawbacks.
OBJECTS
Some of the objects of the disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies, are as follows:
It is an object of the disclosure to ameliorate one or more problems of the prior art or to at least provide a useful alternative.
An object of the disclosure is to provide an electromagnetic propulsion system.
Another object of the disclosure is to develop electromagnetic propulsion systems that facilitate a seamless transition from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles to Electric Vehicles (EVs).
Yet another object of the disclosure is to integrate electromagnetic propulsion systems with existing road and rail networks to ensure compatibility and ease of adoption.
Still, another object of the disclosure is to incorporate energy-efficient features, such as regenerative braking and intelligent routing, to enhance energy optimization and promote sustainability.
Another object of the disclosure is to eliminate the reliance on vehicle-mounted batteries by leveraging electromagnetic propulsion.
Yet another object of the disclosure is to enhance last-mile connectivity through electromagnetic propulsion systems.
Still, another object of the disclosure is to enable electric vehicles to navigate urban environments with precision, reaching destinations inaccessible to traditional and existing transport networks.
Another object of the disclosure is to minimize the need for extensive infrastructure development and land acquisition by utilizing existing road networks while enhancing maneuverability.
Yet another object of the disclosure is to reduce the overall cost of electric vehicles, making them more accessible and economically viable.
Still, another object of the disclosure is to provide an efficient and sustainable intra-city transportation solution that enhances urban mobility while reducing congestion and environmental impact.
Other objects and advantages of the disclosure will be more apparent from the following description, which is not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure.
SUMMARY
The disclosure envisages an electromagnetic propulsion system. The system comprises at least one vehicle, at least one modular road, and a plurality of communication towers.
The vehicle comprises at least one first magnet, at least one second magnet, a steering control interface, an acceleration control interface, and an ECU.
The first magnet is configured to facilitate linear movement of the vehicle and the second magnet is configured to facilitate lateral movement of the vehicle when energized by an external electromagnetic force wherein both the magnets are positioned on the vehicle underbody.
The steering control interface is configured to generate steering signals indicative of the desired direction of the vehicle movement. The acceleration control interface is configured to generate acceleration signals indicative of the intended velocity of the vehicle.The ECU is configured to receive and further transmit the steering signals and acceleration signals.
The modular road further comprises an array of sensors, and an array of electromagnetic actuators. The array of sensors including bluetooth sensors and weight sensors is configured to sense the location parameters indicative of the position of the vehicle on the road in real time; wherein the sensed location signals are transmitted through a control unit coupled with the road. The array of electromagnetic actuators is configured to propel the vehicle along the road, wherein the electromagnetic actuators comprise a set of electromagnets embedded beneath the road to generate electromagnetic force for propulsion of the vehicle. The electromagnetic force is generated through interaction between the electromagnets embedded in the road and the magnets on the vehicle underbody.
The plurality of communication towers positioned along the road are configured to facilitate communication between the vehicle and the road. The communication towers comprise a master-controller configured to receive and process the steering, acceleration, and location signals, and generate and transmit actuation signals to the control unit coupled with the road in order to activate the electromagnetic actuators for controlling the vehicle’s movement. The communication towers are networked together to facilitate synchronized communication and optimized traffic management for vehicles on the road.
In an embodiment, the first magnet facilitating linear movement is configured to enable braking and acceleration of the vehicle.
In an embodiment, the magnets are configured to enable turning of the vehicle.
In an embodiment, the magnets on the vehicle underbody are positioned in a pre-determined orientation to obtain optimal propulsion force depending on the vehicle design and force requirements, wherein the magnets can be positioned in various orientations including perpendicular, parallel and serial orientation.
In an embodiment, the vehicle comprises a set of spherical wheels configured to balance and roll the vehicle on the road surface; wherein the wheels are positioned at the front and rear end of the vehicle.
In an embodiment, the spherical wheels are connected to the vehicle with ball and socket joints in order to enable free rolling motion of the vehicle on the road.
In an embodiment, the master-controller is configured to selectively actuate the electromagnetic actuators embedded along the path of the vehicle to generate electromagnetic attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle and the road in order to enable vehicle movement in desired direction and speed.
In an embodiment, the electromagnetic actuators are configured to control and enable the movement of the vehicle through the generation of electromagnetic forces (123).
In another embodiment, the master-controller in the communication towers and electromagnets embedded in the road are in a master-slave relationship; wherein the current flowing through the electromagnets and the force generated by the electromagnets is controlled by the master-controller in order to control the magnetic polarity and magnetic field strength generated by the electromagnets.
In an embodiment, the communication towers are further configured to simultaneously receive signals from multiple vehicles and transmit signals to multiple vehicles.
In an embodiment, the system is configured to facilitate simultaneous movement of multiple vehicles on the roads; wherein the vehicles can be moving in varying directions, speeds, and positions.
In another embodiment, the system is further configured to operate the vehicle at various driving autonomy levels, wherein a vehicle user can select the desired driving autonomy level through an interface in the vehicle.
In an embodiment, the system is further configured to enable inter-vehicular communication, thereby establishing a network wherein each vehicle on the road is communicatively linked to other vehicles.
In another embodiment, the system is further configured to enable intelligent routing of the vehicle through the inter-vehicular communication.
In an embodiment, the system is configured to seamlessly integrate with existing roadways infrastructure.
In an embodiment, the system is configured enable the vehicle to move with three degrees of freedom including linear, lateral, and rotational.
The present disclosure also envisages a method for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles, the method comprises the following steps:
• generating, by a steering control interface, steering signals indicative of the desired direction of a vehicle’s movement;
• generating, by an acceleration control interface, acceleration signals indicative of the desired velocity of the vehicle’s movement;
• transmitting, by an ECU the steering signals and the acceleration signals to at least one communication tower;
• transmitting, by a control unit coupled with a road, the location parameters sensed by an array of sensors, indicative of the position of the vehicle on the road in real-time;
• receiving and processing, by a master-controller in the communication tower, the steering, acceleration, and location signals;
• generating and transmitting, by the master-controller, actuation signals to the control unit coupled with the road; and
• activating, by the control unit, electromagnetic actuators, embedded in the road for controlling the vehicle’s movement.
In an embodiment, the method further comprises the following steps:
• generating, electromagnetic forces through interaction between the electromagnets embedded in the road and the magnets on the vehicle underbody;
• selectively actuating, by the master-controller, the electromagnetic actuators embedded in the road along the path of the vehicle and generating electromagnetic forces;
• generating attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle and the road in order to enable vehicle movement in desired direction and speed; and
• propelling the vehicle in an intended direction and speed as guided by the electromagnetic forces.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWING
The electromagnetic propulsion system will now be described with the help of accompanying drawing, in which:
Figure 1 illustrates the system architecture in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 2A illustrates a bottom view of a vehicle underbody in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 2B illustrates a bottom view of a vehicle underbody in accordance with another embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 3 illustrates system architecture in accordance with another embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 4 illustrates a network architecture in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 5A illustrates an exemplary perspective view of the vehicle in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure;
Figure 5B illustrates an exemplary side view of the spherical wheel in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure; and
Figures 6A and 6B depict a method for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.
LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS
100 Electromagnetic propulsion system
102 Vehicle
103 Vehicle underbody
104 First magnet
104A, 104B Fragments of of first magnet
106 Second magnet
106A, 106B Fragments of of second magnet
N North Pole of the magnet
S South Pole of the magnet
108 Steering control interface
110 Acceleration control interface
112 ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
114 Modular road
116 Array of sensors
118 Control unit coupled with road
120 Array of electromagnetic actuators
122 Electromagnets embedded beneath the road
123 Electromagnetic forces
124, (124-1, 12-2,…124-N) Communication towers
126 Master-controller
128 Spherical wheels
128A Ball bearings in spherical wheels
128B Metallic rim of spherical wheels
128C Hard rubber covering over metallic rim
128D Semi-spherical knuckle connecting spherical wheels to chassis
200 Method for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Embodiments, of the present disclosure, will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawing.
Embodiments are provided so as to thoroughly and fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to the person skilled in the art. Numerous details are set forth, relating to specific components, and methods, to provide a complete understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art that the details provided in the embodiments should not be construed to limit the scope of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, well-known processes, well-known apparatus structures, and well-known techniques are not described in detail.
The terminology used, in the present disclosure, is only for the purpose of explaining a particular embodiment and such terminology shall not be considered to limit the scope of the present disclosure. As used in the present disclosure, the forms "a,” "an," and "the" may be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly suggests otherwise. The terms “including,” and “having,” are open-ended transitional phrases and therefore specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not forbid the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
The particular order of steps disclosed in the method and process of the present disclosure is not to be construed as necessarily requiring their performance as described or illustrated. It is also to be understood that additional or alternative steps may be employed.
When an element is referred to as being “engaged to,” "connected to," or "coupled to" another element, it may be directly engaged, connected, or coupled to the other element. As used herein, the term "and/or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed elements.
Rapid urbanization and economic growth have led to increased vehicular traffic, worsening congestion, fuel consumption, and pollution. The rise of private automobiles extends commute times and depletes resources, highlighting the need for sustainable transport. While public transit options like metro rail and high-speed trains help, they face high costs, overuse, and infrastructural limitations. Electric vehicles (EVs) offer an alternative but struggle with range anxiety, limited charging stations, and energy grid reliance. Additionally, lithium-ion battery production and disposal pose environmental challenges, underscoring the urgency of developing more resilient and sustainable urban mobility solutions.
To address the issues of the existing systems and methods, in accordance with one aspect of the present disclosure, there is disclosed, an electromagnetic propulsion system (hereinafter referred to as system (100) for propelling one or more vehicles. The system (100) enables the vehicles to move with three degrees of freedom. The system (100) will now be described with reference to Figure 1, Figure 2A, Figure 2B, Figure 3, Figure 4, Figure 5A and Figure 5B.
Referring to Figure 1, the electromagnetic propulsion system (100) comprises at least one vehicle (102), a modular road (114) embedded with an array of electromagnetic actuators (120), and a network of communication towers (124) that ensure seamless interaction between the vehicle and the road infrastructure. The vehicle (102) is equipped with components that enable linear and lateral motion through electromagnetic interaction. These include a first magnet (104) positioned on the vehicle underbody (103) to enable linear movement when energized by an external electromagnetic force, and a second magnet (106) also located on the vehicle underbody (103) to facilitate lateral movement. The vehicle (102) further comprises a steering control interface (108) that generates steering signals indicative of the intended direction, and an acceleration control interface (110) that generates acceleration signals corresponding to the desired speed. An electronic control unit (ECU) (112) processes these signals and transmits the corresponding commands for vehicle navigation.
The vehicle (102) operates on a specialized modular road (114) embedded with sensors and electromagnetic actuators (120) to enable controlled movement. The road (114) includes an array of sensors (116), such as Bluetooth sensors and weight sensors, that continuously detect and monitor the real-time position of the vehicle (102). The detected location data is transmitted to a control unit (118) integrated with the road (114). The electromagnetic actuators (120) are responsible for generating propulsion forces that move the vehicle (102). These actuators consist of electromagnets (122) embedded beneath the surface of the road (114), which interact with the magnets (104, 106) on the vehicle underbody (103) to generate the requisiste forces for movement of the vehicle (102).
To ensure smooth operation and precise control of vehicle movement, the system (100) employs communication towers (124) positioned strategically along the road (114). These towers (124) comprise a master-controller (126) that receives steering, acceleration, and location signals from the vehicle (102) and the road (114). Based on this data, the master-controller (126) generates actuation signals and sends them to the control unit (118) coupled with the road (114) to activate the necessary electromagnetic actuators (120), thereby controlling the vehicle’s movement.
The operational workflow of the system (100) involves several steps. First, the vehicle (102) receives steering and acceleration inputs via the steering control interface (108) and acceleration control interface (110). The ECU (112) processes these inputs and transmits them to the communication towers (124). The communication towers (124), through the master-controller (126), analyze the vehicle’s current location received from the array of sensors (116) embedded in the road (114). Based on the processed data, the master-controller (126) generates actuation signals and sends them to the control unit (118) of the road (114). The electromagnetic actuators (120), including the embedded electromagnets (122), are activated to generate electromagnetic forces (123) that interact with the first magnet (104) and second magnet (106) on the vehicle underbody (103), facilitating controlled propulsion and movement of the vehicle (102). The system (100) continuously adjusts the electromagnetic forces (123) to ensure smooth and precise navigation of the vehicle (102).
In an embodiment, the propulsion of the vehicle (102) via electromagnetic forces (123) is regulated by modulating the electric supply to the embedded electromagnets (122) along the designated travel path of the vehicle (102). This modulation is governed by actuation signals transmitted from the master-controller (126) to the control unit (118). By dynamically adjusting these signals, the magnetic field intensity and force generated by each electromagnet (122) are precisely controlled, allowing the propulsion of the vehicle (102) along a path on the road (114) in the desired direction and speed.
Figure 2A and 2B illustrate the bottom view of the vehicle underbody (103). It shows the orientation of the magnets (104, 106) positioned on the vehicle underbody (103). The system (100) employs a first magnet (104) positioned on the vehicle underbody (103) to facilitate controlled linear motion, enabling both acceleration and braking through magnetic interactions. The second magnet (106) enables lateral movement of the vehicle (102). The magnets (104, 106) enable precise turning maneuvers. These magnets (104, 106) are strategically positioned on the vehicle underbody (103) in a combination with one another and in a predetermined configuration to optimize propulsion efficiency based on the vehicle’s structural design and dynamic force requirements. The spatial arrangement of the magnets can be tailored in various orientations, including perpendicular, parallel, and serial alignments, to achieve desired motion control.
Figure 5A and 5B illustrate exemplary views of the vehicle and the spherical wheels attached to the vehicle. The set of spherical wheels (128) are positioned at the front and rear end of the vehicle (102) to facilitate balanced movement and seamless rolling on the road surface (114). These spherical wheels (128) are connected to the vehicle (102) through ball and socket joints, enabling unrestricted rolling motion. The system utilizes at least four passive spherical wheels (128), each equipped with ball bearings (128A) and mounted to a semi-spherical knuckle (128D) that connects to the chassis. The wheels (128) feature a metallic rim (128B) with a hard rubber covering (128C) over the rim. These passive spherical wheels (128) provide support for the chassis, enabling smooth rolling over the road surface. Notably, these wheels (128) do not require any actuation, such as motors or wheel axles, for operation.
Referring to figure 3 and figure 4, the system (100) operates through a master-controller (126) within the communication towers (124), the master-controller (126) selectively actuates electromagnetic actuators (120) embedded along the vehicle’s (102) path to generate controlled electromagnetic attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle (102) and the road surface (114). These electromagnetic actuators (120) regulate the movement of the vehicle by dynamically altering the electromagnetic forces (123) to achieve the desired direction and speed of motion of the vehicle (102). The master-controller (126), housed within communication towers (124), maintains a master-slave relationship with electromagnets (122) embedded in the road (114), ensuring precise control over the current flow, magnetic polarity, and field strength of the electromagnets (122). This coordinated interaction allows for seamless propulsion, braking, and directional changes.
In an embodiment, the communication towers (124) are capable of simultaneously receiving and transmitting signals to multiple vehicles, facilitating efficient traffic management and real-time vehicle coordination. This system enhances vehicle stability, maneuverability, and responsiveness while leveraging electromagnetic propulsion for optimized transportation efficiency.
The communication towers (124-1, 124-2,…124-N) are networked together to facilitate synchronized communication and optimized traffic management for vehicles on the road (114).
In an embodiment, the system (100) is configured to facilitate simultaneous movement of multiple vehicles on said roads; wherein the vehicles can be moving in varying directions, speeds, and positions.
In another embodiment, the system (100) is further configured to operate the vehicle (102) at various driving autonomy levels, wherein a vehicle user can select the desired driving autonomy level through an interface in the vehicle (102). The system (100) has the potential to achieve Level 5 autonomy, contingent upon user approval. To reach this level, the system (100) requires the user to specify start and stop locations, along with continuous monitoring of surrounding traffic, which is facilitated by capturing real-time road data.
In an embodiment, the system (100) is further configured to enable inter-vehicular communication, thereby establishing a network wherein each vehicle (102 ) on the road (114) is communicatively linked to other vehicles (102).
In another embodiment, the system (100) is further configured to enable intelligent routing of the vehicle through said inter-vehicular communication.
In an embodiment, system (100) is configured to seamlessly integrate with existing roadways infrastructure.
In an embodiment, said system (100) is configured enable the vehicle to move with three degrees of freedom including linear, lateral, and rotational.
In accordance with another aspect of the present disclosure, there is disclosed a method for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles (hereinafter referred to as method (200), and the method (200) will be described with reference to Figures 6A, and 6B.
Figures 6A and 6B depict the steps involved in a method (200) for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The order in which the method (200) is described is not intended to be construed as a limitation, and any number of the described method steps may be combined in any order to implement the method (200) or an alternative method. The method (200) comprises the following steps:
At step (202), the method (200) includes generating, by a steering control interface (108), steering signals indicative of the desired direction of a vehicle’s (102) movement.
At step (204), the method (200) includes generating, by an acceleration control interface (110), acceleration signals indicative of the desired velocity of the vehicle’s (102) movement.
At step (206), the method (200) includes transmitting, by an ECU (112) said steering signals and said acceleration signals to at least one communication tower (124).
At step (208), the method (200) includes transmitting, by a control unit (118) coupled with a road (114), the location parameters sensed by an array of sensors (116), indicative of the position of the vehicle (102) on the road (114) in real-time.
At step (210), the method (200) includes receiving and processing, by a master-controller (126) in the communication tower (124), said steering, acceleration, and location signals.
At step (212), the method (200) includes generating and transmitting, by the master-controller (126), actuation signals to the control unit (118) coupled with the road (114).
At step (214), the method (200) includes activating, by the control unit (118), electromagnetic actuators (120), embedded in the road for controlling the vehicle’s (102) movement.
In an embodiment, the method further comprises the following steps:
• generating, electromagnetic forces (123) through interaction between said electromagnets (122) embedded in the road (114) and said magnets (104, 106) on the vehicle underbody (103);
• selectively actuating, by the master-controller, the electromagnetic actuators (120) embedded in the road (114) along the path of the vehicle (102) and generating electromagnetic forces (123);
• generating attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle (102) and the road (114) in order to enable vehicle movement in desired direction and speed; and
• propelling the vehicle in an intended direction and speed as guided by said electromagnetic forces (123).
Alternatively, the method may be implemented in transitory media, such as a transmittable carrier wave in which the control program is embodied as a data signal using transmission media, such as acoustic or light waves, such as those generated during radio wave and infrared data communications, and the like.
In an embodiment, the system (100) integrates energy-efficient features, including regenerative braking, to optimize energy consumption. Regenerative braking operates by leveraging the principle of Lenz's Law, where, when the electromagnets are not powered, current or electromagnetic forces (123) are induced within them due to the changing magnetic fields of the moving vehicle's magnet. These induced electromagnetic forces (123) convert the vehicle’s kinetic energy into electricity, which can either be stored in a medium or returned to the grid. In cases where the electromagnet is entirely disconnected from the power grid (via a switch or circuit), the circuit remains incomplete, and no energy transfer occurs as the vehicle passes over the electromagnet.
The foregoing description of the embodiments has been provided for purposes of illustration and is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Individual components of a particular embodiment are generally not limited to that particular embodiment but are interchangeable. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the present disclosure, and all such modifications are considered to be within the scope of the present disclosure.
TECHNICAL ADVANCEMENTS
The disclosure described herein above has several technical advantages including, but not limited to the realization of an electromagnetic propulsion system, that:
• simplifies the transition from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles to Electric Vehicles (EVs) by providing an efficient propulsion system;
• integrates seamlessly with existing road and rail infrastructure to facilitate widespread adoption;
• incorporates energy-efficient features, including regenerative braking and intelligent routing, to optimize energy consumption and enhance sustainability;
• eliminates the dependency on vehicle-mounted batteries and powertrains, reducing weight and maintenance requirements;
• enhances cost-effectiveness by minimizing infrastructure investments and land acquisition through the utilization of existing road networks while improving maneuverability;
• improves accessibility by effectively manoeuvring electric vehicles in urban environments to navigate with precision and reach destinations more effectively compared to traditional systems;
• offers a system that adapts to real-time traffic conditions, allowing for speed modulation, re-routing, changing lanes to avoid congestion and traffic delays; and
• allows precise individual vehicle control, allowing accurate regulation of speed and direction.
The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
The foregoing description of the specific embodiments so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
The use of the expression “at least” or “at least one” suggests the use of one or more elements or ingredients or quantities, as the use may be in the embodiment of the disclosure to achieve one or more of the desired objects or results.
Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles or the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the components and component parts of the preferred embodiments, it will be appreciated that many embodiments can be made and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other changes in the preferred embodiment as well as other embodiments of the disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation. ,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. An electromagnetic propulsion system (100), comprising:
• at least one vehicle (102) having:
o at least one first magnet (104) configured to facilitate linear movement of the vehicle when energized by an external electromagnetic force wherein said magnet (104) is positioned on the vehicle underbody (103);
o at least one second magnet (106) configured to facilitate lateral movement of the vehicle when energized by an external electromagnetic force wherein said magnet (106) is positioned on the vehicle underbody (103);
o a steering control interface (108) configured to generate steering signals indicative of the desired direction of the vehicle movement;
o an acceleration control interface (110) configured to generate acceleration signals indicative of the intended velocity of the vehicle (102); and
o an ECU (112) configured to receive and transmit said steering signals and acceleration signals;
• at least one modular road (114) having:
o an array of sensors (116) including bluetooth sensors and weight sensors configured to sense the location parameters indicative of the position of the vehicle (102) on the road (114) in real time; wherein the sensed location signals are transmitted through a control unit (118) coupled with said road (114); and
o an array of electromagnetic actuators (120) configured to propel the vehicle along the road (114);
wherein the electromagnetic actuators comprise a set of electromagnets (122) embedded beneath the road (114) to generate electromagnetic force for propulsion of the vehicle (102);
wherein the electromagnetic force is generated through interaction between said electromagnets (122) embedded in the road and said magnets (104, 106) on the vehicle underbody (103);
• a plurality of communication towers (124) positioned along the road (114) configured to facilitate communication between the vehicle (102) and the road (114), said communication towers (124) having;
o a master-controller (126) configured to receive and process said steering, acceleration, and location signals, and generate and transmit actuation signals to the control unit (118) coupled with the road (114) in order to activate the electromagnetic actuators (120) for controlling the vehicle’s movement.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first magnet (104) facilitating linear movement is configured to enable braking and acceleration of the vehicle (102).
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said magnets (104, 106) are configured to enable turning of the vehicle (102) and said magnets (104, 106) on the vehicle underbody (103) are positioned in a pre-determined orientation to obtain optimal propulsion force depending on the vehicle design and force requirements, wherein the magnets can be positioned in various orientations including perpendicular, angular, parallel and serial orientation.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said vehicle (102) comprises a set of spherical wheels (128) configured to balance and roll the vehicle (102) on the road surface; wherein said wheels are positioned at the front and rear end of the vehicle (102), and said spherical wheels (128) are connected to the vehicle (102) with ball and socket joints in order to enable free rolling motion of the vehicle (102) on the road (114).
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said master-controller (126) is configured to selectively actuate the electromagnetic actuators (120) embedded along the path of the vehicle (102) to generate electromagnetic attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle (102) and the road (114) in order to enable vehicle movement in desired direction and speed.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said electromagnetic actuators (120) are configured to control and enable the movement of said vehicle through the generation of electromagnetic forces (123) and are further configured to enable the vehicle to move with three degrees of freedom including linear, lateral, and rotational.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said master-controller (126) in the communication towers (124) and electromagnets (122) embedded in the road (114) are in a master-slave relationship; wherein the current flowing through the electromagnets (122) and the force generated by the electromagnets (122) is controlled by the master-controller (126) in order to control the magnetic polarity and magnetic field strength generated by the electromagnets (122).
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said communication towers (124-1, 124-2,…124-N) are configured to be networked together to facilitate synchronized communication and optimized traffic management for vehicles on the road (114) and are further configured to simultaneously receive signals from multiple vehicles and transmit signals to multiple vehicles.
9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said system (100) is configured, to seamlessly integrate with existing roadways infrastructure and is further configured to facilitate simultaneous movement of multiple vehicles (102) on said roads (114); wherein the vehicles (102) can be moving in varying directions, speeds, and positions.
10. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said system (100) is further configured to operate the vehicle (102) at various driving autonomy levels, wherein a vehicle user can select the desired driving autonomy level through an interface in the vehicle (102).
11. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) is configured to enable inter-vehicular communication, thereby establishing a network wherein each vehicle (102 ) on the road (114) is communicatively linked to other vehicles (102) and further configured to enable intelligent routing of the vehicle through said inter-vehicular communication.
12. A method for electromagnetic propulsion of vehicles (200), said method comprises the following steps:
• generating, by a steering control interface (108), steering signals indicative of the desired direction of a vehicle’s (102) movement;
• generating, by an acceleration control interface (110), acceleration signals indicative of the desired velocity of the vehicle’s (102) movement;
• transmitting, by an ECU (112) said steering signals and said acceleration signals to at least one communication tower (124);
• transmitting, by a control unit (118) coupled with a road (114), the location parameters sensed by an array of sensors (116), indicative of the position of the vehicle (102) on the road (114) in real-time;
• receiving and processing, by a master-controller (126) in the communication tower (124), said steering, acceleration, and location signals;
• generating and transmitting, by the master-controller (126), actuation signals to the control unit (118) coupled with the road (114); and
• activating, by the control unit (118), electromagnetic actuators (120), embedded in the road for controlling the vehicle’s (102) movement.
13. The method (200) as claimed in claim 12, wherein the method further comprises the following steps:
• generating, electromagnetic forces (123) through interaction between said electromagnets (122) embedded in the road (114) and said magnets (104, 106) on the vehicle underbody (103);
• selectively actuating, by the master-controller, the electromagnetic actuators (120) embedded in the road (114) along the path of the vehicle (102) and generating electromagnetic forces (123);
• generating attractive and repulsive forces between the vehicle (102) and the road (114) in order to enable vehicle movement in desired direction and speed; and
• propelling the vehicle in an intended direction and speed as guided by said electromagnetic forces (123).
Dated this 26th day of February, 2025

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MOHAN RAJKUMAR DEWAN, IN/PA – 25
OF R. K. DEWAN & CO.
AUTHORIZED AGENT TO THE APPLICANT