Traditional engines waste a lot of energy—up to 70%—because of how they’re designed. In a typical car engine, pistons move up and down, and a crankshaft turns this into rotation to move the vehicle. But this system starts each power stroke (when fuel burns and pushes the piston) with zero torque, making it inefficient. Friction, inflexible designs, and the need for many moving parts also add to the energy loss and mechanical complexity.
The
Innovation
This invention replaces the crankshaft with a new mechanism: piston slides and driving teeth on the drive shaft. Each piston directly connects to a custom “rack” system that pushes against strategically placed teeth to create rotation. Instead of the piston needing a full half-turn (180°) to do its job, the new design completes a power stroke in just 90°. Even more impressively, each stroke starts with maximum torque—not from zero—making it far more powerful and efficient from the get-go.
What’s
New
The key inventive step is the removal of the crank mechanism. This alone changes how energy is generated and transferred. The new system starts each stroke at a 45° angle, allowing instant high torque. It also allows multiple pistons to fire at once, multiplying the power output.
Why It Matters
- Up to 9x more torque and power than a traditional engine.
- Less friction and wear, which means longer engine life.
- Lower fuel use and greater efficiency.
- Fewer parts, which can reduce maintenance and manufacturing costs.
Broader
Impact
This engine could revolutionize transportation—making cars, trucks, construction equipment, and even generators cleaner, stronger, and more efficient. It supports sustainability by cutting energy waste and could reshape how engines are designed in the future.