Storage of electrical energy in insulation and shielding components
The novel technology provides solutions for storing electrical energy insulation and shielding components in combination with structural and building applications.
Challenge
Insulation and shielding materials are widely used in the construction industry. Application examples are wall and ceiling panels, floor coverings or perimeter insulation in building technology for thermal and acoustic insulation. The materials often used are rock or glass wool, polyurethane, extruded polystyrene and polyisocyanurate. In the course of the energy transition, a large amount of insulation boards is used in new buildings and in existing buildings. At the same time and with the increasing expansion of renewable energies, there is also a growing demand for storage systems for electrical energy. In particular, sustainable and highly scaleable energy storage configuration are increasingly becoming one of the present technology development efforts for future applications.
Our Solution
The present technology comprises a novel method for storage of energy through charging of electrical and/or electrochemical storage systems by means of specific electronically coupled mechanisms and devices. The distinctiveness of this solution lies in the integration of these energy storage systems into structural components, specifically those used for thermal and acoustic insulation and for electromagnetic shielding. By embedding energy storage devices into elements already used in building construction or product design, the technology merges functionality with energy efficiency in an unprecedented manner. The technology aims to enhance energy storage capabilities without occupying additional space or without requiring separate installations. The embedded design ensures that the storage components contribute to both the mechanical integrity and functional utility of the object, while still delivering remarkable energy storage performance. This method represents a seamless integration of energy infrastructure into everyday environments, promoting sustainable energy use and intelligent design.
Illustration of the energy storage technology according to the present invention and patent application.
Advantages
- Improved energy exploitation
- Efficient energy storage
- Sustainable energy management
- Enhanced insulation and shielding
- Potential for scalability
Applications
- Smart buildings
- Energy-efficient architecture
- Construction components
- Insulation and shielding systems
Development Status
Proof-of-Concept successfully shown. Further technology development and protyping planned.
Patent Status
German patent application filed.
Patent holder: Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences Braunschweig/Wolfenbüttel (Germany)
Contact
Dr. Mirza Mackovic
Patent & Innovation Manager Technology
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Reference: CPA-2579-FHBW
Published: July 9, 2025.
Tags: IT und Software, Mess- und Analysetechnik, Physik und Technik & Software
