Is a Coreless Electrical Generator the Future of Renewable Energy?

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A coreless electrical generator concept has been introduced, with a prototype featuring a 14-inch hole and an 18-inch diameter between coils. The creator, a self-taught programmer, built the prototype without prior knowledge of motors or generators, indicating a significant research effort. The design allows for scalability, suggesting larger versions could be developed. The creator is seeking feedback on the potential value and interest in this technology. The discussion highlights curiosity about innovative renewable energy solutions and the practicality of coreless designs.
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Is a "coreless" electrical generator anything new?
I'm a self-taught computer programmer who came up with an idea for a coreless electrical generator. I didn't even know how a motor or generator worked at the time, so I did a lot of research.
Just for fun, I built a prototype which resembles the images below and has a 14-inch 'hole' and an 18-inch diameter between the coils, and about a 21-inch diameter overall. One could be built much larger with the 'hole' diameter increasing in size but the coils staying 'small'. (I imagine one could even be built the size of a Ferris Wheel.)
I just don't have time (or money) to mess with it anymore. So, I was wondering if anyone here has an interest in it (how it works), or could tell me if something like this has any value, or whatever.
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While I'm not familiar with the subject, your illustration looks reminiscent of those 'inside-out' motors that you sometimes find in clocks or other low-torque applications.
 
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