Power generating wheel rim device

Abstract

A power generating wheel rim device includes a wheel rim body, a power generating mechanism, a cover mechanism, and a circuit mechanism. The wheel rim body includes a central plate and a central slot recessed into the central plate. The power generating mechanism is embedded in the central slot and is operable to be driven by the wheel rim body to rotate and to generate electricity. The cover mechanism covers the power generating mechanism, is mounted to the central plate of the wheel rim body, and includes an air permeable passage structure that is annular and disposed along a periphery of the cover mechanism and that is in spatial communication with an external environment and the central slot. The circuit mechanism is mounted in the cover mechanism and is electrically connected to the power generating mechanism for converting alternating current of the electricity generated into direct current.

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