MUMBAI, India, July 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641082409 A) filed by Vallurupalli Nageswara Rao Vignana Jyothi Institute Of Engineering Technology on July 03, 2026, for Domestic Hydropower Generation Using Mini Turbine By Harnessing Gravity Water Kinetic Potential.
Inventors include Dr. K. Ravikumar; Pinapilli Ramesh; I. Venkata Pramod; G. Vigna Sai Varshith; N. Siri; and Neeraj Kumar.
The application for the patent was published on July 10, 2026, under issue no. 28/2026.
Abstract: The present invention presents a compact mini-hydro power generation and energy storage system that harnesses the kinetic energy of gravity-driven water flowing from overhead tanks in buildings to produce usable electricity. This innovative setup employs a readily available 12V DC mini-turbine installed along water outlet pipes, converting water flow into electrical power that is then regulated, stored in a lithium-ion battery protected by a Battery Management System (BMS), and supplied to various low-power applications. By integrating rectification, voltage regulation, and intelligent battery protection, the system delivers a reliable, weather-independent renewable energy solution suitable for urban, rural, and industrial environments. Experimental results confirm effective power generation and battery charging under typical household flow conditions, offering a practical, low-cost, and sustainable supplement to conventional electricity for lighting, ventilation, device charging, and sensor operations while promoting efficient water and energy resource utilization.
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