MUMBAI, India, June 30 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641074883 A) filed by Suprith P G on June 17, 2026, for Hybrid Thermal Energy Storage And Power Generation System Employing Heat-Retentive Brunt Clay Bricks.
Inventors include Suprith P G; Yashavanthakumar T R; Vinayak Vijapur; Prashanth G S; Hanumantharaju R K; Mahantesh P Mattada; Veeresh H; Sanjay M V; Dhananjay H R; and Totesh R N.
The application for the patent was published on June 26, 2026, under issue no. 26/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a brick-based thermal energy storage and electrical power generation system that utilizes heat-storing Brunt Clay Bricks as an energy storage medium for converting thermal energy into electrical energy. The system comprises a thermally enhanced brick assembly configured to absorb, store, and release heat energy obtained from renewable sources such as solar thermal energy, electrical heating, or waste heat sources. The stored thermal energy is transferred through a heat exchange interface to one or more thermoelectric generator modules operating based on the Seebeck effect. A temperature gradient developed across the thermoelectric modules enables direct conversion of thermal energy into electrical energy. The generated low-voltage DC output is supplied to a power conditioning unit comprising voltage regulation and boosting circuits for obtaining a stable electrical output suitable for storage or utilization. The system further includes a rechargeable energy storage unit and an electrical load interface for continuous power delivery. The proposed invention transforms conventional Brunt Clay Bricks into functional thermal energy storage devices, providing a low-cost, durable, and sustainable alternative for energy storage applications. The system is suitable for renewable energy integration, waste heat recovery, energy-efficient buildings, rural electrification, and standalone low-power generation systems.
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