Sustainable Green Hydrogen and Oxygen Production by Gravity-Powered Giant Wheel and Steel Balls Mechanism with Integrated Employment Opportunities
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This paper presents an innovative gravity-driven energy system utilizing a giant steel wheel equipped with multiple buckets that cyclically carry and release steel balls to generate mechanical torque and continuous rotation. The rotational energy powers an electric generator, producing green electricity to drive water electrolysis for sustainable green hydrogen and oxygen production. By incorporating manual labor, simple lever mechanisms, and animal-assisted lifting to elevate steel balls, the system is designed to operate continuously and independently of weather conditions, enabling round-the-clock green power generation. The modular and scalable design makes it suitable for deployment across diverse geographic regions, particularly rural and economically disadvantaged areas, where it can simultaneously provide stable employment opportunities and contribute to India’s growing demand for clean energy. Preliminary mechanical modeling estimates a power output of approximately 5 kVA and a coefficient of performance around 2.5, though further experimental validation and optimized design are required. This work calls for focused research, prototype development, and funding to realize the potential of gravity as a reliable renewable energy source that integrates technological innovation with socioeconomic upliftment.