Overview

Gravity Storage; Design Demonstrator Project

Gravity storage is an innovative system, patented by Professor Heindl, for the storage of energy, in a similar way to that of a pumped storage plant.

Energy & Climate ProtectionEnergy Storage

About the Project

Client:: Heindl Energy GmbH, Stuttgart; AL-AYUNI, Riyadh
Location:: Saudi Arabia
Time frame:: 2017–2018

Technical Data

Energy storage facility, energy regulation
Shaft
Depth: 32 m
Diameter: approx. 26 m
Rock mass piston
Height: 28.5 m
Diameter: 20 m
Water pressure: approx. 8 bar
(up to 70 bar for special test purposes)

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