Patent Publication Number: US-2010117370-A1

Title: Power recycler using a stationary by-product wind source

Description:
CROSS REFERENCE TO PROVISIONAL APPLICATION 
     This application claims priority benefit of Provisional Patent Application No. 61/114,298 filed Nov. 13, 2008, titled “PHELPS POWER RECYCLER”, and of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. 
    
    
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     BACKGROUND 
     I. Field 
     The invention relates to power recycling by capturing a stationary byproduct wind source. 
     II. Background 
     There are limited devices or machines capturing and storing a renewable energy source which are available to the general public and also cost effective. Solar technology is available but with significant drawbacks. Solar technology requires the home or office have access to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. However, trees or other obstructions (e.g., buildings and homes) in the environment can block the necessary sunlight source. Thus, solar technology is not practical in areas or environments that have trees and obstructions. 
     Another renewable energy source is wind. Windmill farms are being installed at selective locations to harness the natural wind source. However, the natural wind source is unpredictable and inconsistent in most cases. Current wind generators use unpredictable wind sources found in nature to spin a rotor to create power. There are various factors that reduce the power captured from natural wind, such as yaw control, a lack of a constant wind source, unpredictable wind directions, turbine placement restrictions, and cable distances from a turbine to a power utility or grid. 
     Some homeowner or business owners may install a windmill in their backyard or on their property which is very costly. The natural wind source in most areas is not available on a regular basis to harness the wind source required to create power. Thus, windmills are not generally practical or cost effective for the general consumer. 
     Thus, there is a continuing need for a system configured to harness wind from very predictable sources. The power recycler system of the present invention does not use wind found in nature to create power; instead, the power recycler system uses wind created as a byproduct of a stationary machine&#39;s fan, turbine, or exhaust. 
     SUMMARY 
     The aforementioned problems, and other problems, are reduced, according to exemplary embodiments, by a power recycler device that captures or recycles from stationary machines a wind byproduct produced by the stationary machine to create power. 
     According to exemplary embodiment, a power recycler device is provided for a stationary machine producing and expelling a byproduct wind source into an environment. The device includes a chassis configured to mount to or around the stationary machine. The device includes a turbine assembly supported by the chassis. The turbine assembly includes a plurality of turbine blades configured to be positioned perpendicular and adjacent to the expelled byproduct wind source. The turbine assembly is configured to harness the expelled byproduct wind source to create power. 
     According to another exemplary embodiment, a power recycler system is provided. The power recycler system comprises a power recycler (PR) device for a stationary machine producing and expelling a byproduct wind source into an environment. The PR device comprises a chassis configured to mount to or around the stationary machine, and a turbine assembly supported by said chassis. The turbine assembly includes a plurality of turbine blades configured to be positioned perpendicular and adjacent to the expelled byproduct wind source, the turbine assembly being configured to harness the expelled byproduct wind source to create power. The system further includes a remote energy collector/storage assembly configured to store the power created remote from the PR device. 
     Other systems, methods, and/or products according to embodiments will be or become apparent to one with skill in the art upon review of the following drawings, and further description. It is intended that all such additional systems, methods, and/or products be included within this description, be within the scope of the present invention, and be protected by the accompanying claims. 
    
    
     
       DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The above and other exemplary embodiments, objects, uses, advantages, and novel features are more clearly understood by reference to the following description taken in connection with the accompanying figures wherein: 
         FIG. 1  illustrates a perspective view of a power recycler device in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 2A  illustrates a top view of the power recycler device straddling over a stationary machine in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 2B  illustrates a side plan view of the power recycler device straddling over a stationary machine in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 3  illustrates a schematic view of the turbine assembly in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 4  illustrates a side view of yet another power recycler device in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 5  illustrates a perspective view of the power recycler device with a lid raised and mounted to a top of a stationary machine in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 6  illustrates a perspective view of the power recycler device mounted to a side of a stationary machine in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 7  illustrates a power recycler system in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; 
         FIG. 8  illustrates a top plan view of yet another power recycler device on a commercial size stationary machine in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments; and 
         FIG. 9  illustrates a partial view of a support leg of a chassis of the power recycler device in accordance with some of the exemplary embodiments. 
     
    
    
     DESCRIPTION 
     The word “exemplary” is used herein to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any configuration or design described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other configurations or designs. Furthermore, use of the words “present invention” is used herein to convey only some of the embodiments of the invention. For example, the word “present invention” would also include alternative embodiments and equivalent systems and components that one of ordinary skill in the art understands. An example is that the materials used for the exemplary embodiments may be made out of man-made materials, natural materials, and combinations thereof. A further example is that the apparatus or components of the apparatus may be manufactured by machine(s), human(s) and combinations thereof. 
     Within the descriptions of the figures, similar elements are provided similar names and reference numerals as those of the previous figure(s). Where a later figure utilizes the same element or a similar element in a different context or with different functionality, the element is provided a different leading numeral representative of the figure number (e.g.,  1   xx  for  FIGS. 1 and 2   xx  for  FIG. 2 ). The specific numerals assigned to the elements are provided solely to aid in the description and not meant to imply any limitations (structural or functional) on the invention. 
     Some of the embodiments of the invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which exemplary embodiments are shown. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. These embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those of ordinary skill in the art. Moreover, all statements herein reciting embodiments of the invention, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass both structural and functional equivalents thereof. Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents as well as equivalents developed in the future (i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure). 
     Exemplary embodiments of the present invention relate to a power recycler (PR) device configured to create electrical power by harnessing expelled bi-product wind generated by stationary machines such as, without limitation, climate control units, air conditioning units, heat pumps, stationary machines with turbines, or any other stationary machines configured to produce and expel a predictable non-natural wind source. 
     The PR device includes a chassis that supports and suspends a turbine directly in the path of the expelled byproduct wind source such that the turbine blades rotate in a direction perpendicular to the flow of the expelled byproduct wind source. The turbine assembly, in one exemplary embodiment, is configured to be activated by the expelled byproduct wind source to turn the turbine blades of the rotor to create power. 
       FIG. 1  illustrates a perspective view of a power recycler (PR) device  100  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The PR device  100  includes, in general, a chassis  110  and turbine assembly  130  supported directly in the path of an expelled byproduct wind source of a stationary machine ( FIG. 2A ). The electric power created by the turbine assembly  130  is sent via power line PL to an energy collector/storage assembly  775  ( FIG. 7 ). 
     The chassis  110  is a support structure, support assembly, mounting assembly or the like. In the exemplary embodiment, the chassis  110  includes a plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D. The plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D have a generally L-shape. However, the shape of the legs may vary. The plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D provide a support structure to stabilize, elevate and suspend the turbine assembly  130  adjacent to and in the direct path of the expelled byproduct wind source, as will be described in more detail later. 
     Since each of the plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D are essentially the same, only one leg will be described in more detail. The support leg  112 A includes first and second leg sections  114 A and  114 B. The first leg section  114 A has one end coupled to or integrated with a turbine control box housing  134 . The first leg section  114 A may be parallel to the horizon or ground. The other end of the first leg section is coupled at an angle with respect to the upper end of the second leg section  114 B. In one exemplary embodiment, the first and second leg sections  114 A and  114 B may be coupled perpendicularly. However, in other exemplary embodiments, first and second leg sections  114 A and  114 B may be coupled at an obtuse angle. 
     A lower end of the second leg section  114 B, in one exemplary embodiment, is configured to be mounted, affixed or stabilized to the ground so as to support and stabilize the turbine assembly  130 , as will be discussed in more detail in relation to  FIG. 2B . Alternately, the lower end of the second leg section  114 B may be attached to a rooftop via base feet at the lower end. 
     The second leg section  114 B has first and second section members  116 A and  116 B that are detachable and interconnectable. The lower end of the second section members  116 B is configured to be mounted to the ground or alternately other surfaces. Thus, after the PR device  100  is installed, the turbine assembly  130  and a portion of the chassis  110  maybe lifted and removed without affecting the second section members  116 B. The ability to remove the turbine assembly  130  allows easier removal of the PR device  100  for maintenance of the stationary machine or the device itself. 
     The first and second section members  116 A and  116 B are configured to be fastened together with a fastener  118 , such as a set screw, a screw and bolt combination or the like. Other fasteners may be used such as a wing nut and screw, locking pins, etc. 
     The length of the support leg  112 A is adjustable, as will be discussed in more detail in relation to  FIG. 9 . The adjustable length allows the turbine assembly  130  to be lowered or elevated in relation to the stationary machine ( FIG. 2B ) so that the plurality of turbine blades  140  may be positioned inches from the vented output of the stationary machine. The adjustable length allows the turbine assembly  130  to be leveled, lowered, or elevated. 
     The legs may be made of metal. The gauge of the metal should support the weight and operation of the PR device  100  for the installation application. Nonetheless, the legs may be made of rigid plastic or other man-made materials, natural materials, combination of both man-made material and natural materials or the like. 
     The turbine assembly  130  includes a turbine control box (TCB) housing  134 , a rotatable turbine drive shaft  138  (shown partially removed), and a plurality of turbine blades  140 . The rotatable turbine drive shaft  138  is coupled to and within the TCB housing  134  and to the plurality of turbine blades  140 . The plurality of turbine blades  140  have a length that fits within the area confined by the plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D. Furthermore, in one exemplary embodiment, the plurality of turbine blades  140  are housed within a blade cage housing  145 . The blade cage housing  145  is dimensioned to fit within the area defined by the plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D. The blade cage housing  145  is configured to protect the plurality of blades, environment, surrounding plants, animals, etc. 
     The blade cage housing  145  encloses the plurality of blades  140  but still allows the wind source to enter and exit. The blade cage housing  145  is configured to prevent birds, animals and other species from engaging the plurality of blades  140  during operation and at other times. The blade cage housing  145  is configured to minimize or prevent nearby plants and foliage, if present, from growing on the plurality of blades  140  and interfering with the operation thereof. Nonetheless, the plants and foliage should be controlled in the area of the PR device  100 . 
     The blade cage housing  145  is similar to a fan casing with surfaces that are apertured, mesh-like or grated to permit the expelled byproduct wind source to flow into a first side  146  of the blade cage housing  145  and engage the plurality of turbine blades  140 . The blade cage housing  145  is also configured to pass, exit or flow out from a second side  147  the expelled byproduct wind source and any air flow generated by the rotation of the plurality of turbine blades  140 . The wind source and any air flow exiting out of the blade cage housing  145  will hereinafter be referred to as the “turbine air flow.” 
     The TCB housing  134  of the turbine assembly  130  has a bullet shape, tear-drop shape, egg shape or other shapes that promote or does not impede the rapid flow of the turbine air flow around the TCB housing  134 . Additionally, the TCB housing  134  includes a bottom housing section  135  and a lid  136 . 
     In the exemplary embodiment, the top of the TCB housing  134  has the lid  136  to permit access to the interior of the TCB housing  134  or into the bottom housing section  135 . The bottom end of the bottom housing section  135  has a more reduced and graduated diameter as compare to the top end (lid  136 ) of the TCB housing  134 . The lid  136  may be locked or secured with fasteners (e.g., set screws) so that the TCB housing  134  is tamperproof. The lid  136  may also be hinged (not shown). The TCB housing  134  when closed may be waterproofed or weatherproofed via a rubber gasket between the lid  136  and the bottom housing section  135 . Additionally, depending on the attachment of the plurality of legs  112 A,  112 B,  112 C and  112 D, waterproofing may be required between the legs and the TCB housing  134 . 
       FIG. 2A  illustrates a top view of the power recycler device  200  straddling over a stationary machine  10  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention.  FIG. 2B  illustrates a side plan view of the power recycler device  200  straddling over a stationary machine  10  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The PR device  200  includes, in general, a chassis  210  and turbine assembly  230  supported directly in the path of an expelled byproduct wind source of stationary machine  10 . The electric power created by the turbine assembly  230  is sent via power line PL to an energy collector/storage assembly  775  ( FIG. 7 ). The stationary machine  10  includes a fan or rotor  12 . The rotor  12  produces a wind source as the result of its normal operation required for the stationary machine  10 , such as used in an air conditioner, heat pump, etc. Thus, the wind source is a byproduct wind source and is man-made. 
     The stationary machine  10  includes a vent to allow such wind source to be expelled therefrom. Since the machine is stationary, the byproduct wind source is predictable, fixed and may be available on a more constant based as compared to a natural wind source. The vent is fixed in relation to the stationary device  10 . Thereby, the PR device  200  can be configured or customized for the stationary machine  10  so as to maximize the ability of the PR device  200  to harness the byproduct wind source vented or expelled through the vent for the creation of the power. The PR device  200  is designed to not hamper, create drag, or interfere with the functionality of the stationary machine  10  creating the byproduct wind source. 
     The byproduct wind source is quantifiable. For example, based on a residentially-installed heat pump, the expelled byproduct wind source has been measured at a steady 22 mph wind output. The PR device  200  may be configured to this byproduct wind source. 
     The plurality of legs (only  212 A and  212 B shown) of chassis  210  have a generally L-shape and may be adjustable. The plurality of legs provide a support structure to stabilize, elevate and suspend the turbine assembly  230  adjacent to and in the direct path of the expelled byproduct wind source of the station machine  10 . The turbine assembly  230  may be lowered inches (e.g., 5-10 inches) from the stationary machine  10 . The closer the turbine assembly  230 , less of the expelled byproduct wind source may escape into the surrounding environment before being harnessed by the plurality of turbine blades  240 . 
     In the embodiments of  FIGS. 2A and 2B , the chassis  210  straddles the stationary machine  10  such that the second leg section  214 B of the plurality of legs (only  212 A and  212 B shown) are angled to wrap around the exterior of the stationary machine  10 . The plurality of legs (only  212 A and  212 B) do not generally touch (but may be close to) the housing of the stationary machine  10 . 
     In  FIG. 2B , the bottom end of the second leg section  214 B is shown mounted in the ground. For example, the second leg section  214 B may be mounted with cement footing  202  within the ground. Alternately, other stabilizing systems, such as spikes, may be used or base feet mounted or attached via screws. The plurality of legs may include base feet for attachment to the stationary machine, the stationary machine&#39;s installation pad  11  ( FIG. 2B ) or other surfaces. 
     The turbine assembly  230  includes a turbine control box (TCB) housing  234 , a rotatable turbine drive shaft  238  ( FIG. 2B ), and a plurality of turbine blades  240 . As can be readily seen, the plurality of turbine blades  240  have a length that fits within the area confined by the plurality of legs. Additionally, the blade cage housing  245  is dimensioned to fit within the area defined by the plurality of legs (only  212 A and  212 B shown). 
     Below the TCB housing  234 , the plurality of turbine blades  240  are attached to the drive shaft  238  via a turbine blade retention bracket  239  in the blade cage housing  245 . The plurality of turbine blades  240  are oriented to be perpendicular to the flow direction of the expelled byproduct wind source, denoted by Arrows A, from the stationary machine  10 . In some exemplary embodiment, installation of the PR device  200  places the turbine assembly  230  directly above or adjacent to the exhaust/cooling fan output of a heat pump or compressor of an air conditioning unit. 
     The expelled byproduct wind source, denoted by Arrows A, flow and enter the blade cage housing  245  to engage the plurality of blades  240 . The turbine air flow, denoted by the Arrows B, exits the blade cage housing  245 . The turbine air flow, denoted by the Arrows B, moves around and up along the TCB housing  234  as the turbine air flow, denoted by Arrows C, merges with the ambient air. 
     The blade shape, the number of blades and blade size may determined by an anemometer reading associated with the stationary machine  10 . In the exemplary embodiment, there are three (3) turbine blades. 
       FIG. 3  illustrates a schematic view of the turbine assembly  330  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. In  FIG. 3 , the interior of the turbine assembly  330  is shown. The plurality of legs (only portions  312 A and  312 B shown) are coupled together at a center bracket or hub  333 . Each leg radiates from bracket or hub  333  and extends out through the bottom housing section  335 . 
     In the exemplary embodiment, the top of the TCB housing  334  has a lid  336  to permit access to the interior of the TCB housing  334  or into the bottom housing section  335 . In the exemplary embodiment, the TCB housing  334  may be waterproofed or weatherproofed such as by gaskets, rubber gaskets, etc. 
     The turbine assembly  330  includes a plurality of turbine blades  340  attached to the drive shaft  338  via a turbine blade retention bracket  339  in a blade cage housing  345 . The plurality of turbine blades  340  are oriented to be perpendicular to the flow direction of the expelled byproduct wind source. 
     The TCB housing  334  houses the power generating assembly  350  therein. The power generating assembly  350  includes a control unit  352 , a portion of the drive shaft  338 , brake safety assembly  355 , power convertor  358  (optional), and generator  360 . 
     The CU  352  is configured to control the plurality of blades  340 , and power distribution (customized to each installation) out of the TCB housing  334  on power line PL. Depending on the site regulations, a power convertor  358  may be included. The power convertor  358  converts DC to AC or may convert AC to DC. Nonetheless, the power convertor  358  may be located in the dwelling or building. The generator  360  has a generator housing  362  mounted to and surrounding the drive shaft  338 . The generator  360  includes a generator core (GC)  364  and one or more magnets  366 . 
     When the exhaust/cooling fan or rotor begins to create the byproduct wind source, denoted by Arrows A of  FIG. 2B , the plurality of turbine blades  340  spin the drive shaft  338  which in turn rotates the generator  360  in a conventional manner to create electricity. This electricity is then sent by the CU  352  or may be sent directly or indirectly to power line PL so that the electricity is collected and saved via battery storage, reused by the installation site, or returned to a power grid. All electricity use options must be inline with local regulations covering the installation site. 
     The generator  360  may be varied for various mounts such as a vertical or horizontal axis in design. The generator core  364  encircles the drive shaft  338  of the same orientation. Thus, the generator may be selected based on the driver shaft  338  orientation. 
     The PR device may be installed such that the plurality of blades  340  of turbine assembly  330  are suspended inches above, below or adjacent to and perpendicular to the vent or byproduct wind source outlet. Such an arrangement differs from natural wind turbine installations averting many aesthetic and wind accessibility concerns for residential and commercial wind turbine regulations. 
     The CU  352  includes an onboard computer or processor to control the power generated and provides shut down of production of power in certain safety scenarios. The onboard computer or processor also regulates power produced. The CU  253  includes a solid state control box to control the wind turbine assembly&#39;s operation providing start up, on/off control, and/or safety protocols. A safety (kill) switch  785  ( FIG. 7 ) may be located at the dwelling or building for emergency stops. Each installation will need customization to the site. Thus, the CU  352  would be in communication with the system in the dwelling or building to receive the emergency stop signal or other control signals. 
     The turbine assembly  330  can have either an alternator (A/C) or a generator (DC) or both. The alternator/generator is customized to the site of the stationary machine creating the wind in line with the needs of the site and the local electrical regulations (grid tie or off grid use). 
     The brake safety assembly  355  includes a brake, disc or drum, which can be applied mechanically, electrically, or hydraulically to stop the drive shaft  338  when needed. The safety (kill) switch  785  ( FIG. 7 ) in the dwelling or building may activate the brake safety assembly  355  directly or indirectly. 
     The PR devices described herein differs from natural wind turbines in that the PR devices will not need a yaw or furrowing control in the more efficient horizontal axis design. Since the stationary machine&#39;s byproduct wind source is generally uniform, the turbine assembly  330  and/or PR device will not suffer from cyclic stress fatigue on the axel and bearing features. Installation will also differ in that the PR device and/or turbine assembly  330  is positioned generally low to the ground or surface (rooftop) and does not require a tower to elevate the plurality of turbine blades  340  high up in the sky. The PR device may be mounted to a stationary machine that is on a rooftop. In such an instance, the plurality of legs would be mounted directly or indirectly to the roof top or to the stationary machine. 
       FIG. 4  illustrates a side view of yet another power recycler device  400  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. In the embodiment of  FIG. 4 , in lieu of the blade cage housing, a vented tube axial mount chassis  410  is provided. The PR device  400  includes, in general, chassis  410  and turbine assembly  430  supported directly in the path of an expelled byproduct wind source of a stationary machine  50  ( FIG. 5 ) or  60  ( FIG. 6 ). The electric power created by the turbine assembly  430  is sent via power line (e.g., PL of  FIG. 1 ) to an energy collector/storage assembly  775  ( FIG. 7 ). 
     The turbine assembly  430  includes a turbine control box (TCB) housing  334 , a rotatable turbine drive shaft  438 , and a plurality of turbine blades  440 . The rotatable turbine drive shaft  438  is coupled to and within the TCB housing  434  and to the plurality of turbine blades  440 . The plurality of turbine blades  440  have a length that fits within the area confined by the chassis  410 . The plurality of turbine blades  440  are connected to a turbine blade retention bracket  439 . Furthermore, in the exemplary embodiment, the plurality of turbine blades  440  do not require a blade cage housing. Instead, the chassis  410  is configured to protect the plurality of blades  440 , the environment, surrounding plants, animals, etc. The operation of the turbine assembly  430  is essentially the same as turbine assembly  330 . 
     The chassis  410  encloses the plurality of blades  440  but still allows the wind source to enter and exit. The chassis  410  is configured to prevent birds, animals and other species from engaging the plurality of blades  440  during operation and at other times. The chassis  410  is configured to minimize or prevent nearby plants and foliage, if present, from growing on the plurality of blades  440  and interfering with the operation thereof. Nonetheless, the plants and foliage should be controlled in the area of the PR device  400 . 
     The vented tube axial mount chassis  410  includes an upright perimeter wall structure  412 . In one exemplary embodiment, the upright perimeter wall structure  412  has a cylindrical shape and is hollow within. The wall structure  412  is configured to be mounted to the stationary machine  50  ( FIG. 5 ) or  60  ( FIG. 6 ) via a plurality of brackets  448 . In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of brackets  448  are L-shaped brackets configured to be welded or otherwise fastened to a bottom end of the upright perimeter wall structure  412 . The plurality of L-shaped brackets serve as base feet for coupling, mounting or affixing the PR device  400  to the stationary machine, as be seen in  FIG. 5  or  6 . The brackets  448  may also be mounted on the interior of the upright perimeter wall structure  412 . The brackets  448  are fastened via fasteners  449 . The fasteners  449  are bolts, screws and/or nuts and allows the PR device  400  to be removed for maintenance. Other fastening systems such as clamps, adhesives, bonding materials, etc. may be used. 
     The upright perimeter wall structure  412  forms an enclosure with a hollow interior with an open bottom and open top. The upright perimeter wall structure  412  may require leveling so that the plurality of turbine blades  440  are level. The installer may use shims or washers as appropriate. 
     The vented tube axial mount chassis  410  further includes a lid  417 . The lid  417  is configured to be vented and includes a plurality of vent holes  419  to permit the turbine air flow to exit. The vent holes  419  are located in a plurality of surfaces of the lid  417 . 
     In the exemplary embodiment, the lid  417  is shown with a raised vented portion. The raised vented portion is above a top edge of the upright perimeter wall structure  412 . Nonetheless, the lid  417  may be a recessed below the top edge of the upright perimeter wall structure  412 . In a still further alternate embodiment, the lid  417  may be flush with the top edge of the upright perimeter wall structure  412 . The top surface of the lid  417  also include vent holes, as best seen in  FIG. 5 . 
     The TCB housing  434  of the turbine assembly  430  has a bullet shape, tear-drop shape, egg shape or other shapes that promote or does not impede the rapid flow of the turbine air flow around the TCB housing  434 . Additionally, the TCB housing  434  includes a bottom housing section  435  and a lid  436 . 
     In the exemplary embodiment, the top of the TCB housing  434  has the lid  436  to permit access to the interior of the TCB housing  434  or into the bottom housing section  435 . The bottom end of the bottom housing section  435  has a more reduced and graduated diameter as compare to the top end (lid  136 ) of the TCB housing  434 . The lid  436  may also be hinged (not shown). The TCB housing  434  is attached, mounted or affixed to sides of the upright perimeter wall structure  412  via a plurality of support arms  429 . One end of the support arms  429  are affixed, attached, mounted or welded to the upright perimeter wall structure  412  via coupling pads  423 . The coupling pads  423  may be attached via welding or fasteners. The support arms  429  are attached to the TCB housing  434  via a band  433  affixed to the outer perimeter of the TCB housing  434 . 
     In the exemplary embodiment, the coupling pads  423  are coupled to the TCB housing  434 . The support arms  417  are coupled to a band  433  surrounding or integrated with the bottom housing section  435 . 
       FIG. 5  illustrates a perspective view of the power recycler device  500  with a lid  517  raised and mounted to a top of a stationary machine  50  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The PR device  500  operates in the same manner as the PR device  400  previously described. The PR device  500  includes, in general, a vented tube axial mount chassis  510  and turbine assembly  530  supported directly in the path of an expelled byproduct wind source of stationary machine  50 . The electric power created by the turbine assembly  530  is sent via power line to an energy collector/storage assembly  775  ( FIG. 7 ). The stationary machine  50  includes a fan or rotor  52 . The rotor  52  produces a wind source as the result of its normal operation required for the stationary machine  50 , such as used in an air conditioner, heat pump, etc. Thus, the wind source is a byproduct wind source and is man-made. The stationary machine  50  includes a vent to allow such wind source to be expelled therefrom. Since the machine is stationary, the byproduct wind source is predictable and may be available on a more constant basis. The vent is fixed in relation to the stationary device  50 . Thereby, the PR device  500  can be configured or customized for the stationary machine  50  so as to maximize the ability of the PR device  500  to harness the byproduct wind source vented or expelled through the vent for the creation of the power. 
     The turbine assembly  530  may be lowered inches (e.g., 5-10 inches) from the stationary machine  50 . 
     The plurality of turbine blades  540  are oriented to be perpendicular to the flow direction of the expelled byproduct wind source, denoted by Arrows A, from the stationary machine  50 . In some exemplary embodiments, installation of the PR device  500  places the turbine assembly  530  directly above or adjacent to the exhaust/cooling fan output of a heat pump or compressor of an air conditioning unit. The chassis  510  is configured to be mounted to the stationary device  50  via brackets  548  and fasteners. The chassis  510  has a diameter that should surround the vent of the stationary machine  50  to maximize the amount of the expelled byproduct wind source collected. 
     The expelled byproduct wind source, denoted by Arrows A, flow and enter the chassis  510  to engage the plurality of blades  540 . The turbine air flow, denoted by the Arrows B, exits the chassis  510  via lid  517  at vent holes  519 . The turbine air flow, denoted by the Arrows B, moves around and up along the TCB housing  534  as the turbine air flow merges with the ambient air. 
     The blade shape, the number of blades and blade size may determined by an anemometer reading associated with the stationary machine  50 . 
       FIG. 6  illustrates a perspective view of the power recycler device  600  mounted to a side of a stationary machine  60  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The device  600  is essentially the same as a device  500  except that the chassis  610  of the PR device  600  is mounted along a plane which is essentially 90 degrees offset form the orientation of  FIG. 5 . 
     The chassis  610  of PR device  600  may be mounted in a plurality of directions. For example, if the vent was formed in an underside of a stationary machine, the chassis may be mounted around the vent to the underside of the stationary machine. 
       FIG. 7  illustrates a power recycler (PR) system in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The PR system includes a stationary machine (heat pump  70 ) at a dwelling or building  5 . The PR system includes a PR device  700  configured to create electricity from the expelled byproduct wind source of the stationary machine (heat pump  70 ). The PR device  700  sends the generated electricity or power on power line PL 1  to the dwelling or building  5  so that it is stored in an energy collector/storage assembly  775 . 
     The energy collector/storage assembly  775  includes one or more batteries  776  configured to store and collect energy. The energy collector/storage assembly  775  is connected to a grid tie inverter (GTI)  782  (optional). The GTI  782  is coupled to an electrical panel (EP)  780  of the dwelling or building  5  to distribute electricity to the appliances, lights, etc. of the dwelling or building. Depending on local regulations, the electrical panel (EP)  780  may also send power back to the utility company network  790  on power line PL 2 . Power line PL 2  is shown dashed to denote an optional feature. The illustrations of  FIG. 7  and connections may vary based on local regulations. 
     In operation, power can be stored in batteries  776  or preferably put back into the power grid. Use of the PR device  700  in an off grid, grid tied or hybrid power configurations will positively affect a site&#39;s carbon neutral rating. Location, unpredictability, grid outage, and aesthetic concerns of wind generators are nullified by the design of the PR device  700 . 
     The PR device  700  captures the power of the bi-product wind source from the heat pump  70  or other stationary machine with its turbine blades. The PR device  700  is mounted low to or immediately adjacent to the byproduct wind source of heat pump  70  or other stationary machine. The wind source causes the blade to turn the drive shaft to generate and create power from the wind source. The power generated is utilized in a customized fashion such as to power batteries  776 , on site systems, or return it to the local power grid in line with local state and utility regulations which vary by region. 
     A PR system also includes a safety (kill) switch  785  located at/in the dwelling or building  5  where power is switched to the grid or stored. The switch  785  may be used in power outages, windstorms or other times to prevent damage to the PR device  700  or dwelling/building. 
     The GTI  782  controls the kind of the electricity created from DC to AC and facilitates returning power to the power grid when not storing power in batteries  776 . The power created by the wind turbine is either directly stored in batteries  776  or returned to a power grid. The specific dimensions and design of the PR device  700  may vary with the geographical location, local regulations, and wind source type and direction. 
     The PR system shown in  FIG. 7  illustrates only one heat pump  70  or stationary machine. Depending on the size of the dwelling such as a residence, or office building one or more stationary machines may be available. Thus, PR system may have multiple stationary machines and multiple PR devices  700  all communicating the created electricity back to the dwelling or building  5 . 
       FIG. 8  illustrates a top plan view of yet another power recycler (PR) device  800  on a commercial size stationary machine  80  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The PR device  800  includes, in general, a vented tube axial mount chassis  810  and a plurality of turbine assemblies  830 A,  830 B,  830 C and  830 D supported directly in the path of an expelled byproduct wind source(s) of stationary machine  80 . The electric power created by the plurality of turbine assemblies  830 A,  830 B,  830 C and  830 D is sent via a power line to an energy collector/storage assembly  775  ( FIG. 7 ). 
     The chassis  810  is configured to be mounted to the stationary machine  80  via brackets  848  and fasteners  849 . 
     The stationary machine  80  includes one or more fans or rotors. The fans or rotors produce a wind source as the result of its normal operation required for the stationary machine  80 . Depending on the number of vents and/or size of the vents, one PR device  800  may be used or a plurality of PR devices  400  may be used. In some circumstances the stationary machine may be so large that more than one PR device  800  would be required to fully utilize the byproduct wind source of a single or group of stationary machines. 
     As can be appreciated, one or more combination of PR devices  400  and  800  may be used. 
     With specific reference also to  FIG. 9 , a partial view is shown of a support leg  912  of the chassis of the PR device  100  in accordance with some exemplary embodiments of the present invention. More specifically, the second leg section  914 B has first and second section members  916 A and  916 B that are detachable and interconnectable. The lower end of the second section members  916 B is configured to be mounted to the ground or alternately other surfaces. 
     The first second member  916 A includes a bottom connector end  901  configured to be received into a top opening of the second section member  916 B. The bottom connector end  901  includes a plurality of channels  901 A. The second section member  916 B includes a through hole  902  configured to align with one of the plurality of channels  901 A. The channels  901 A are formed in series along a length of the bottom connector end  901 . The channel  901 A when aligned with through hole  902  may be fastened together via fasteners  918 A and  918 B (screw and nut). The fasteners  918 A may be a hex screw or other screws. Other fastener systems such as a locking pin, or set screw may be used. Based on the channel  901 A selected, the length of the support leg  912  may be varied. 
     The PR devices described above are configured to recycle power already generated by stationary machines. Thus, the PR devices create more power from the use of the stationary machine by harnessing the expelled byproduct wind or exhaust flowing at a sufficient rate at the discharge point or cooling fan of the stationary machine. Thus, power is created and/or recycled from expended power of the stationary machine. 
     The PR devices do not have to be connected to the stationary machine creating the wind source and do not hamper, creates drag, or interfere with the functionality of the stationary machine creating the byproduct wind source. 
     The PR device is unique by virtue of the use of non-natural and stationary wind sources in the creation of power. Current wind generators use the unpredictable wind found in nature to spin the rotor to create power. By contrast, the PR devices uses predictable, stable machine byproduct wind to create power. Non-natural wind sources include but are not limited to climate control units, turbines, or any other non-natural wind sources generated by stationary machines. 
     In view of the foregoing, the PR device captures the byproduct wind source of a stationary machine with a plurality of turbine blades which turn the shaft to generate and create power. Thus, the byproduct wind source is recycled machine made byproduct wind. Any wind generated by a standing or stationary machine can be harnessed by the PR device to create electricity therefrom. The power generated may be utilized in a customized fashion such as to power batteries, on site systems, or return it to the local power grid in line with local state and utility regulations which vary by region. 
     Due to the vast numbers of models, sizes, and byproduct wind source outputs of stationary machines creating a wind source, the PR devices may be configured to vary the generator, turbine assembly, chassis, blade size, blade length, blade pitch and/or shape. The PR device is configured to be varied for byproduct wind source output placement and mounting to gain the maximum power output by the PR device. 
     In view of the foregoing, the present invention contemplates a combination stationary machine with an onboard PR device. Thus, according to alternate exemplary embodiments, the turbine assembly and/or chassis may be integrated into the housing of the stationary machine (not shown) so that the vented or expelled byproduct wind source can be recycled into power and energy. 
     While the present invention has been described with respect to various features, aspects, and embodiments, those skilled and unskilled in the art will recognize the invention is not so limited. Other variations, modifications, and alternative embodiments may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.