Patents by Inventor Steven Amendola

Steven Amendola has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20120021303
    Abstract: The invention provides for a fully electrically rechargeable metal-air battery systems and methods of achieving such systems. A rechargeable metal air battery cell may comprise a metal electrode an air electrode, and an aqueous electrolyte separating the metal electrode and the air electrode. In some embodiments, the metal electrode may directly contact the electrolyte and no separator or porous membrane need be provided between the air electrode and the electrolyte. Rechargeable metal air battery cells may be electrically connected to one another through a centrode connection between a metal electrode of a first battery cell and an air electrode of a second battery cell. Air tunnels may be provided between individual metal air battery cells. In some embodiments, an electrolyte flow management system may be provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 26, 2012
    Inventors: Steven Amendola, Michael Binder, Phillip J. Black, Stefanie Sharp-Goldman, Lois Johnson, Michael Kunz, Michael Oster, Tesia Chciuk, Regan Johnson
  • Publication number: 20110059009
    Abstract: A thermochemical water-splitting process all reactions of which operate at relatively low temperatures and high efficiencies, and in which relatively inexpensive materials and processing methods are made possible. This invention involves the decomposition of a metal halide compound, i.e., one which is capable of being reduced from a higher oxidation state to lower oxidation state, e.g. vanadium chloride III?vanadium dichloride. The process is cyclic and regenerative, and the only net inputs are water and heat; and the only net outputs are hydrogen and oxygen. The process makes it possible to utilize a wide variety of available heat, including solar, sources for the energy input.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2010
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Patent number: 7799315
    Abstract: A thermochemical water-splitting process all reactions of which operate at relatively low temperatures and high efficiencies, and in which relatively inexpensive materials and processing methods are made possible. This invention involves the decomposition of a metal halide compound, i.e., one which is capable of being reduced from a higher oxidation state to lower oxidation state, e.g. vanadium chloride III?vanadium dichloride. The process is cyclic and regenerative, and the only net inputs are water and heat; and the only net outputs are hydrogen and oxygen. The process makes it possible to utilize a wide variety of available heat, including solar, sources for the energy input.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Patent number: 7396440
    Abstract: The invention is a device for electrical load-leveling and/or electrolysis. A housing contains pairs of electrodes made from or containing a porous material. The electrodes are filled respectively with an anolyte and a catholyte, which is an ionic couple such as Vanadium +2/+3. A non-permi-selective barrier membrane with openings may be included to substantially separate the electrode pair. The device results in reduced resistive, over-potentials and polarization losses, and may be scaled-up for integration into an electric utility.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Publication number: 20080032166
    Abstract: An arrangement for generating hydrogen gas utilizes differential pressure to transport fuel and spent fuel components without requiring an electrically powered fuel delivery pump.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: Steven Amendola, Richard Mohring, Phillip Petillo, Keith Fennimore
  • Publication number: 20070217994
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition and method for storage and controlled release of hydrogen. In particular, the present invention relates to the use of borohydride based solutions as a hydrogen storage source and a catalyst system to release hydrogen therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2007
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Inventors: Steven Amendola, Michael Binder, Stefanie Sharp-Goldman, Michael Kelly, Phillip Petillo
  • Publication number: 20070217988
    Abstract: A method for preparation of high purity silicon suitable for photovoltaic cells using reduction of silica, which is pre-purified in an aqueous solution, in presence of a reducing agent, preferably carbonaceous agent, where the pre-purified silica has a low amount of boron suitable for photovoltaic cells is described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2007
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Publication number: 20060120935
    Abstract: The invention provides for the removal of mercury from flue and other mercury-contaminated gases. Compositions, systems and methods for the removal of elemental mercury and mercury compounds from flue gases are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2005
    Publication date: June 8, 2006
    Inventors: Hal Stuhler, Steven Amendola
  • Publication number: 20060108214
    Abstract: The invention is a device for electrical load-leveling and/or electrolysis. A housing contains pairs of electrodes made from or containing a porous material. The electrodes are filled respectively with an anolyte and a catholyte, which is an ionic couple such as Vanadium +2/+3. A non-permi-selective barrier membrane with openings may be included to substantially separate the electrode pair. The device results in reduced resistive, over-potentials and polarization losses, and may be scaled-up for integration into an electric utility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Publication number: 20050268555
    Abstract: A hydrogen generation system includes a fuel container, a spent fuel container, a catalyst system and a control system for generating hydrogen in a manner which provides for a compact and efficient construction while producing hydrogen from a reaction involving a hydride solution such as sodium borohydride.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Publication date: December 8, 2005
    Inventors: Steven Amendola, Phillip Petillo, Stephen Petillo, Richard Mohring
  • Publication number: 20050013771
    Abstract: A thermochemical water-splitting process all reactions of which operate at relatively low temperatures and high efficiencies, and in which relatively inexpensive materials and processing methods are made possible. This invention involves the decomposition of a metal halide compound, i.e., one which is capable of being reduced from a higher oxidation state to lower oxidation state, e.g. vanadium chloride III?vanadium dichloride. The process is cyclic and regenerative, and the only net inputs are water and heat; and the only net outputs are hydrogen and oxygen. The process makes it possible to utilize a wide variety of available heat, including solar, sources for the energy input.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Publication date: January 20, 2005
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Patent number: 6544679
    Abstract: The present invention provides for an electrochemical system, which includes electrochemical cells and a manifold system for receiving and interconnecting the cells in a manner which facilitates the removal and replacement of cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Assignee: Millennium Cell, Inc.
    Inventors: Phillip J. Petillo, Steven Amendola, Stephen C. Petillo
  • Patent number: 6497973
    Abstract: A system for generating and consuming borohydride ions comprising two electrochemical cells. At least one of the cells is configured for installation on a vehicle that is propelled by electricity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2002
    Assignee: Millennium Cell, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Publication number: 20020177042
    Abstract: Borides generally can produce a cell with a high energy density. High power densities are also achievable using borides that are reasonably good conductors of electricity. High density is important to achieve high energy density. Another important factor is lower molecular weight per available electron. The borides generally provide a favorable balance of these factors compared to a number of other materials, such as lithium or zinc. Individual borides have other important characteristics. Titanium diboride is safe. The inclusion of a halide, particularly fluoride, in the anodic storage medium signficantly improvers performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 1998
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Inventor: STEVEN AMENDOLA
  • Patent number: 6468694
    Abstract: Borides generally can produce a cell with a high energy density. High power densities are also achievable using borides that are reasonably good conductors of electricity. High density is important to achieve high energy density. Another important factor is lower molecular weight per available electron. The borides generally provide a favorable balance of these factors compared to a number of other materials, such as lithium or zinc. Individual borides have other important characteristics. Titanium diboride is safe. The inclusion of a halide, particularly fluoride, in the anodic storage medium signficantly improvers performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2002
    Assignee: Millennium Cell, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Patent number: 5948558
    Abstract: Borides generally can produce a cell with a high energy density. High power densities are also achievable using borides that are reasonably good conductors of electricity. High density is important to achieve high energy density. Another important factor is lower molecular weight per available electron. The borides generally provide a favorable balance of these factors compared to a number of other materials, such as lithium or zinc. Individual borides have other important characteristics. Titanium diboride is safe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Assignee: National Patent Development Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Amendola
  • Patent number: 5804329
    Abstract: Boron redox species can provide electrochemical cells for battery or energy storage systems that are characterized by favorable specific energy, energy density, capital and operating cost, recharge efficiency, safety, environmental impact, serviceability and longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1998
    Assignee: National Patent Development Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Amendola