Compression by spring, potential motion

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A proposed compressor design involves using a spring compressed by an electric actuator to generate air pressure for powering a motor generator. The discussion raises the question of whether this concept relates to "potential motion," with clarification needed on the terminology. It is noted that if "potential motion" refers to perpetual motion, the concept is not feasible and is prohibited in the forum due to the potential for nonsensical debates. The conversation emphasizes the importance of adhering to established scientific principles regarding energy and motion. Overall, the idea does not align with the laws of physics governing energy conservation.
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Question I have, could a compressor that works by say a spring that gets pushed by a electric actuator into a compression chamber,, the actual power it takes to compress the spring only takes say 1 second, the spring then provides compressed air for let's say 5 seconds of powering let's say a motor generator, would this not be close to potential motion? the air could be hydraulic if better.
 
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I don't know what "potential motion" is. Did you mean Perpetual Motion? If so, no it would not, and perpetual motion threads are not allowed on PF at all, even to debunk. They typically lead to dozens of crackpots flooding it with nonsense and arguments are the only result.
 
This has been discussed many times on PF, and will likely come up again, so the video might come handy. Previous threads: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/is-a-treadmill-incline-just-a-marketing-gimmick.937725/ https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/work-done-running-on-an-inclined-treadmill.927825/ https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/how-do-we-calculate-the-energy-we-used-to-do-something.1052162/
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