Energy Vault‘s patented energy storage and delivery system features an elevator moving blocks to store energy and generate electricity. The system includes a winch assembly with planetary gears, brakes, and a spool, all coupled to a motor-generator. The innovative design allows for efficient energy storage and retrieval. GlobalData’s report on Energy Vault gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Energy Vault, was a key innovation area identified from patents.
Energy storage and delivery system with elevator and winch assembly
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11920569B2) details an energy storage and delivery system designed to efficiently move blocks within an elevator shaft. The system comprises a motor-generator, an elevator, and a winch assembly with planetary gears and brakes. The brakes allow for controlled movement of the elevator by engaging or disengaging planetary gears and brake discs, enabling lifting, lowering, or stopping the elevator's movement.
The system's design includes specific configurations of planetary gears, brake discs, and brakes to facilitate the smooth operation of the winch assembly. By engaging different components, the system can control the direction of the spool's rotation to lift or lower the elevator. Additionally, the method outlined in the patent involves operating the motor-generator to move blocks between different elevations, showcasing the system's potential for storing and generating electricity efficiently. The patent also mentions the use of hydraulic or pneumatic brakes, a damper to absorb forces on the cable, and a linear actuator for adjusting the elevator's position, highlighting the system's versatility and adaptability for various applications in energy storage and delivery.
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