This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: West Virginia University. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: The Innovative Contributions of Daniel Hand
Introduction
Daniel Hand is an accomplished inventor based in Orlando, FL. He has made significant contributions to the field of geothermal energy through his innovative patent. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency of airlift geothermal systems, which are crucial for sustainable energy solutions.
Latest Patents
Daniel Hand holds a patent for a "Gas sparger head for airlift geothermal systems." This invention provides various examples related to the airlift pumping of downhole geothermal fluids. In one example, an airlift system includes a compressor, a gas sparger head in a wellbore of a geothermal well, and a pressure head recycle assembly. The sparger head produces artificial lift of the geothermal fluids by injecting a gas, resulting in a difference in density downhole. The entrained gas can be extracted by the pressure head recycle assembly, compressed, and reinjected downhole. The geothermal fluid at the wellhead can be used in direct use applications or in a thermodynamic cycle to generate shaft power. The gas sparger head features a venturi-shaped passage extending through it and a bubble orifice with gas orifices radially spaced about a narrow portion of the venturi-shaped passage. The gas orifices can have a corresponding resonant chamber through which the gas, such as air, is provided. Daniel Hand has 1 patent to his name.
Career Highlights
Daniel Hand is affiliated with West Virginia University, where he contributes to research and development in geothermal energy technologies. His work is instrumental in advancing the understanding and application of geothermal systems.
Collaborations
One of his notable collaborators is Terence Musho, with whom he has worked on various projects related to geothermal energy.
Conclusion
Daniel Hand's innovative work in geothermal energy exemplifies the potential of technology to enhance sustainable energy solutions. His contributions are paving the way for more efficient geothermal systems, which are essential for the future of renewable energy.
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