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Recent Advances in Energy Storage Systems

A special issue of Electricity (ISSN 2673-4826).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 August 2021) | Viewed by 19988

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Dr. Linda Barelli

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Department of Engineering, University of Perugia, Via Duranti 93, 06125 Perugia, Italy
Interests: batteries; electrolyzers; hybrid energy storage systems; hybrid propulsion systems; integration of energy storage into renewable-based micro grids; power micro-grids
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Prof. Dr. Gheorghe LAZAROIU

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Power Engineering Faculty, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Splaiul Independentei 313, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
Interests: mathematical modeling and simulation; renewable energy; biomass; biofuels; clean energy technologies
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Ms. Dana-Alexandra CIUPAGEANU

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1. Department of Engineering, University of Perugia, Via Duranti 93, 06125 Perugia, Italy
2. Power engineering Faculty, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Splaiul Independentei 313, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
Interests: power system modeling; control strategies; renewable energy integration; energy storage coupled to renewable power plants; power management
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Renewable energy sources (RESs) are being extensively employed to address issues related to oil depletion, increasing energy demand, and global warming. Their strong dependence on weather conditions emphasizes a double-folded variability, both in space and over time. To overcome this inherent intermittency, energy storage systems (ESSs) represent a key factor to provide the required additional flexibility. Hybrid energy storage systems (HESSs), based on complementary storage technologies, enable high RES penetration into modern and sustainable power generation, improving an energy system’s performance and enhancing the reliability and quality of supply. Intelligent facilities are to be designed and included in future ecofriendly and highly efficient networks. On the other hand, power system infrastructures are currently experiencing a complex transition towards the smart grid paradigm. This holistic concept of smart grid development assumes the integration of RESs, elaborate monitoring systems, and the implementation of control architectures, all focusing on benefits to active consumers (prosumers). Customized energy management strategies can achieve optimal control of the energy flows among various components of hybrid systems. All of the abovementioned aspects of energy storage systems are of interest to this Special Issue. It also aims to include articles on innovative energy storage technologies characterized by enhanced performance for transport applications.

Prof. Dr. Linda Barelli
Prof. Dr. Gheorghe LAZAROIU
Ms. Dana-Alexandra CIUPAGEANU
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Keywords

  • hybrid energy storage systems
  • stationary energy storage systems
  • mobile energy storage systems
  • battery
  • electrolyzer
  • flywheel
  • renewable energy integration
  • integration of energy storage in micro-grids

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Effect of Battery Degradation on the Probabilistic Optimal Operation of Renewable-Based Microgrids
by Mahshid Javidsharifi, Hamoun Pourroshanfekr Arabani, Tamas Kerekes, Dezso Sera, Sergiu Spataru and Josep M. Guerrero
Electricity 2022, 3(1), 53-74; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity3010005 - 4 Feb 2022
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In order to maximize the use of renewable-based distributed generators (DGs), in addition to dealing with the effects of the inherent power management uncertainties of microgrids (MGs), applying storage devices is essential in the electrical system. The main goal of this paper is [...] Read more.
In order to maximize the use of renewable-based distributed generators (DGs), in addition to dealing with the effects of the inherent power management uncertainties of microgrids (MGs), applying storage devices is essential in the electrical system. The main goal of this paper is to minimize the total operation cost as well as the emissions of MG energy resources, alongside the better utilization of renewable energy sources (RES) and energy storage systems. The uncertainties of wind speed, solar irradiation, market price and electrical load demand are modeled using reduced unscented transformation (RUT) method. Simulation results reveal that, as expected, by increasing the battery efficiency, the achievable minimum daily operational cost of the system is reduced. For example, with 93% battery efficiency, the operational cost equals EUR 9200, while for an efficiency of 97%, the achievable minimum daily operational cost is EUR 8900. Moreover, the proper economic/environmental performance of the suggested approach, which contributes to the possibility of selecting a compromise solution for the MG operator in accordance with technical and economic constraints, is justified. Full article
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Peak Shaving with Battery Energy Storage Systems in Distribution Grids: A Novel Approach to Reduce Local and Global Peak Loads
by Daniel Kucevic, Leo Semmelmann, Nils Collath, Andreas Jossen and Holger Hesse
Electricity 2021, 2(4), 573-589; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity2040033 - 15 Nov 2021
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The growing global electricity demand and the upcoming integration of charging options for electric vehicles is creating challenges for power grids, such as line over loading. With continuously falling costs for lithium-ion batteries, storage systems represent an alternative to conventional grid reinforcement. This [...] Read more.
The growing global electricity demand and the upcoming integration of charging options for electric vehicles is creating challenges for power grids, such as line over loading. With continuously falling costs for lithium-ion batteries, storage systems represent an alternative to conventional grid reinforcement. This paper proposes an operation strategy for battery energy storage systems, targeted at industrial consumers to achieve both an improvement in the distribution grid and electricity bill savings for the industrial consumer. The objective is to reduce the peak power at the point of common coupling in existing distribution grids by adapting the control of the battery energy storage system at individual industrial consumer sites. An open-source simulation tool, which enables a realistic simulation of the effects of storage systems in different operating modes on the distribution grid, has been adapted as part of this work. Further information on the additional stress on the storage system is derived from a detailed analysis based on six key characteristics. The results show that, with the combined approach, both the local peak load and the global peak load can be reduced, while the stress on the energy storage is not significantly increased. The peak load at the point of common coupling is reduced by 5.6 kVA to 56.7 kVA and the additional stress for the storage system is, on average, for a six month simulation, period only 1.2 full equivalent cycles higher. Full article
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Optimization of 1D/3D Electro-Thermal Model for Liquid-Cooled Lithium-Ion Capacitor Module in High Power Applications
by Danial Karimi, Hamidreza Behi, Mohsen Akbarzadeh, Sahar Khaleghi, Joeri Van Mierlo and Maitane Berecibar
Electricity 2021, 2(4), 503-523; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity2040030 - 4 Nov 2021
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Lithium-ion capacitor technology (LiC) is well known for its higher power density compared to electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) and higher energy density compared to lithium-ion batteries (LiBs). However, the LiC technology is affected by a high heat generation problem in high-power applications when [...] Read more.
Lithium-ion capacitor technology (LiC) is well known for its higher power density compared to electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) and higher energy density compared to lithium-ion batteries (LiBs). However, the LiC technology is affected by a high heat generation problem in high-power applications when it is continuously being charged/discharged with high current rates. Such a problem is associated with safety and reliability issues that affect the lifetime of the cell. Therefore, for high-power applications, a robust thermal management system (TMS) is essential to control the temperature evolution of LiCs to ensure safe operation. In this regard, developing accurate electrical and thermal models is vital to design a proper TMS. This work presents a detailed 1D/3D electro-thermal model at module level employing MATLAB/SIMULINK® coupled to the COMSOL Multiphysics® software package. The effect of the inlet coolant flow rate, inlet coolant temperature, inlet and outlet positions, and the number of arcs are examined under the cycling profile of a continuous 150 A current rate without a rest period for 1400 s. The results prove that the optimal scenario for the LCTMS would be the inlet coolant flow rate of 500 mL/min, the inlet temperature of 30 °C, three inlets, three outlets, and three arcs in the coolant path. This scenario decreases the module’s maximum temperature (Tmax) and temperature difference by 11.5% and 79.1%, respectively. Moreover, the electro-thermal model shows ±5% and ±4% errors for the electrical and thermal models, respectively. Full article
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Electric Vehicles as a Flexibility Provider: Optimal Charging Schedules to Improve the Quality of Charging Service
by Kalle Rauma, Alexander Funke, Toni Simolin, Pertti Järventausta and Christian Rehtanz
Electricity 2021, 2(3), 225-243; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity2030014 - 24 Jun 2021
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The sub-aggregation of electric vehicles provides significant potential to power systems in the form of ancillary services. This means with smart charging it is possible to shift loads from peak to off-peak hours. For the flexibility from privately owned electric vehicles to be [...] Read more.
The sub-aggregation of electric vehicles provides significant potential to power systems in the form of ancillary services. This means with smart charging it is possible to shift loads from peak to off-peak hours. For the flexibility from privately owned electric vehicles to be offered to the electricity market, customer participation is crucial; however, the impacts of sub-aggregation on customers have not been studied thoroughly. In this paper, charging data covering over 80,000 real-world charging sessions from various commercial charging sites are introduced and the charging characteristics are analyzed. Importantly, a method for finding an optimal pattern for load reduction with the least impact on customers is presented. We suggest an optimal schedule for load reduction from the customer viewpoint at different types of charging sites, including public car parks, offices, residential sites, and shopping centers. The findings indicate that residential and office charging sites offer the greatest potential for load reduction with the least impact on customers. The most flexibility is available during peak charging hours, which on average are at 08:00 at car parks, 07:30 at office sites, 19:00 at residential sites, and 10:00 at shopping centers. Full article
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