Dear everyone, 

Motion Energy generation started out with the concept of storing excess  energy and retrieving it when it’s needed.  I call it motion energy generation because I initially came up with the concept of it related to an automobile, but it can be used in other applications like powerlines and periods of low demand and high demand.  Initially, I thought that all motion in the car can be converted into electricity and stored in a battery or capacitor Until it’s needed again.  I came up with this concept while driving the roads in Vermont where they’re very hilly leading to ups and downs all the time. I also coasted for nearly 6 miles when I ran out of gas on I 89.   Motion can be taken off of the motor or off the axles and what is called regenerative breaking now.   I believe the idea that I came up with in Vermont led to hybrid cars and contributed to a lot of Tesla‘s ideas.  I’ve also had a lot of imaginative exploration about how to generate electricity with axles driveshaft and cantilevers.  I had the idea of storing energy from a moving train when the energy was not needed and retrieving it when it was high in demand. The goal was perpetual energy generation, but I’m not sure if it’s achievable or not.  Hybrid cars can be anything from electric, hydrogen, conventional gasoline, and any other fuel. But the goal is to minimize pollution.  I did not come up with the name hybrid, but I believe it was taken from my idea.

I am writing to share a foundational concept I’ve extensively explored, which I refer to as “Motion Energy Generation.” This principle is centered on the innovative capture and storage of kinetic energy when it is in excess or otherwise unutilized, followed by its strategic retrieval and deployment precisely when demand dictates.

My initial inspiration for this concept originated from observations made during frequent drives through the undulating topography of Vermont. The constant cycles of acceleration and deceleration, the effort expended in uphill climbs invariably followed by downhill descents, crystallized the understanding that a substantial amount of kinetic energy within an automobile is routinely dissipated. I began envisioning a sophisticated system where virtually all motion inherent to a vehicle could be efficiently converted into electrical energy, stored in advanced battery or capacitor banks, and then seamlessly reintegrated into the power cycle as required. This realization was vividly underscored by a memorable instance on I-89 where, having run out of fuel, I managed to coast for nearly six miles—a compelling demonstration of latent kinetic energy awaiting intelligent harnessing.

While initially conceived through the lens of automotive engineering, environmental technology, and natural cycles focusing on harvesting energy directly from the motor, transmission, driveshafts, and axles—a precursor to what is now widely known as regenerative braking—I quickly recognized the broader applicability of this core principle. Imagine extending this concept to large-scale infrastructure, such as national power grids, where surplus kinetic energy from sources like moving trains could be captured during periods of low demand and then discharged to augment supply during peak consumption. My imaginative explorations have also delved into novel methods of electricity generation utilizing mechanical components such as axles, driveshafts, and cantilevers, aiming to maximize energy capture from diverse mechanical movements.  Multiplying the length of shafts with cantilevers may lead to more energy generated and stored. 

It has been particularly fascinating to observe the rapid advancements in modern automotive technology, specifically the evolution of hybrid vehicles and the groundbreaking innovations introduced by companies like Tesla. I see strong conceptual parallels between these developments and the principles of motion energy capture and reuse that I first articulated. While I did not originate the term “hybrid,” I believe the underlying philosophy—combining various power sources for enhanced efficiency and reduced environmental footprint—resonates deeply with the foundational ideas I explored. The ultimate aspiration behind this framework is the comprehensive optimization of energy utilization, driving us closer to a future of sustained, environmentally responsible power generation and significant pollution reduction across diverse applications.  

I welcome the opportunity to discuss these concepts more with you.  

Sincerely,

Richard Thomas Simmons