Energy storage system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8950181
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12802224

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Energy can be stored by directing fluid into an expandable receptacle that has a relatively heavy mass above it. The fluid fills the receptacle such that it expands and lifts up the heavy mass above it. At a time when energy is needed, the fluid can be allowed to flow out of the receptacle and through a turbine or hydraulic motor to generate power or electricity. Intermittent or unreliable sources of power can be used to fill the receptacle, or power from a power grid can be used to fill the receptacle at times that are off-peak. During peak-load times, the potential energy of the fluid in the receptacle can be converted to power. The receptacle can also be used to control water flows and can provide a source of power and potable water to a community.

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IVY STEVEN THOMASNot Provided

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Eastwood, Guy Carl Garland, US 1 24
Ivy, Steven Thomas Irving, US 3 38

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