Energy storage and generation systems and methods using coupled cylinder assemblies
US8468815B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 17, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF15B1/024
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In various embodiments, cylinder assemblies are coupled in series pneumatically, thereby reducing a range of force produced by or acting on the cylinder assemblies during expansion or compression of a gas.
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