Method and apparatus for storing thermal energy in thermal masses for electricity generation
US10012447B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 3, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/14
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for storing thermal energy are disclosed. The thermal energy may be hot or cold. The methods and apparatus allow the thermal store to be charged and discharged at different rates. The methods and apparatus also allow the thermal store to be charged and discharged with multiple and/or interrupted phases.
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