The System

Architecture, Components, and Operation of the Decadeau Cell

System Architecture

The Decadeau Cell is a vertically structured gravito-electromechanical system. Its function is based on the controlled descent of a mass-bearing platform that transmits torque through rack and pinion gearing into a series of reduction gear assemblies, culminating in rotational motion of a magnetic rotor surrounding an inductive coil array.

This configuration enables direct conversion of gravitational potential into usable electricity with minimal environmental dependence and high mechanical visibility.

System architecture diagram, view 1
Side view of the Decadeau Cell design exported from SCAD files, showing the base, housing, hub, shaft, gear sets, and other components. Each part is semi-transparent and color coded to enhance contrast and support clear visualization of the full assembly.
System architecture diagram, view 2
Bottom view of the Decadeau Cell platform exported from SCAD files, showing the carrier, transmission gear set, rack-and-pinion assembly, worm gear set, and other components. Each part is semi-transparent and color coded to enhance contrast and support clear visualization of the platform assembly.

Core Components

Vertical Shaft and Track

Features four rack gear tracks evenly distributed along the shaft, guiding the descent of the platform while engaging multiple pinions to stabilize load transmission.

Descent Platform

Houses the primary mass chamber and transmission assemblies. Equipped with synchronized pinion gear engagement for torque distribution and positional balance.

Reduction Gearing

Transforms low-speed, high-torque linear motion into rotational output at optimized RPM suitable for electromagnetic generation via outer ring rotation.

Magnetic Ring and Induction Coil

The outer rotor is lined with permanent magnets and rotates concentrically around the induction coil stator, generating AC electricity through motion-induced induction.

Sensor and Controller Housing

Monitors motion, voltage, and operational cycles. Controls reset via motor actuation to elevate the platform and restart the gravity cycle.

Battery and Output Terminals

Receives generated current for storage or distribution. Optional battery modules can be integrated for energy buffering and external device powering.

Operation Cycle

  1. The platform is elevated to maximum height using stored energy from the previous cycle or external input.
  2. Release initiates descent under gravity, engaging gear tracks and driving the reduction assemblies.
  3. The magnetic rotor accelerates and maintains rotational motion, inducing voltage across the coil terminals.
  4. Energy is collected, stored, or distributed. At the end of descent, the motor resets the platform to repeat the cycle.

Design Philosophy

The Decadeau Cell prioritizes educational clarity, modularity, and replicability. Its geometry and components are defined to minimize specialized tooling, and its operational behavior is observable and measurable for research and diagnostics. No proprietary software is required, and mechanical tolerances are achievable using consumer-grade fabrication equipment.