​[Next-Gen Energy Infrastructure] Proposal for a Basalt-Based Hybrid Thermal Energy Storage & Recovery System (BTES)

 ​To achieve a carbon-neutral society, I hereby propose a sustainable energy storage technology that does not rely on rare metals like lithium. This "Basalt Thermal Energy Storage (BTES)" system leverages the unique physical properties of basalt—a material found abundantly across Earth and other celestial bodies.  

​1. System Architecture

​This system achieves high-efficiency thermal storage through a proprietary three-layer structure:  

​Basalt Fiber Self-Insulation Layer: A multi-layered shell made of basalt fibers. It maintains structural integrity under extreme heat exceeding 1,000°C and minimizes thermal loss.  

​Honeycomb Basalt Thermal Core: A core shaped into a honeycomb structure to maximize the surface area for heat exchange. Unlike steel, it is resistant to corrosion and oxidation, allowing for semi-permanent cycle use.  

​Phase Change Basalt Section: A specialized zone at the center of the core that controls basalt in a semi-molten state. By utilizing latent heat during phase changes (solid-to-liquid), it achieves energy densities 3 to 5 times higher than conventional stone-based storage.  

​2. Technical Advantages & Scope of Intellectual Property

​This technology defines the combination of the following elements as unique intellectual property:  

​Material Unity: The consistency of using basalt-based materials for the storage medium, insulation, and structural components.  

​Latent Heat Integration: The integration of energy storage processes that utilize not just sensible heat, but also the latent heat associated with phase changes in basalt.  

​Energy Lifecycle Management: A process that stores surplus renewable energy as heat and recovers it as electricity via steam turbines or thermoelectric conversion.  

​3. Future Vision: From Earth to Mars

​This infrastructure is not only ideal for terrestrial solar and wind farms but also serves as a foundational technology for "In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU)" on the Moon and Mars, where basalt is abundant.  

​Intellectual Property & Licensing Notice

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