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What's new in large-scale energy storage?

This special issue is dedicated to the latest research and developments in the field of large-scale energy storage, focusing on innovative technologies, performance optimisation, safety enhancements, and predictive maintenance strategies that are crucial for the advancement of power systems.

How is thermal energy stored?

Thermal energy is stored solely through a change of temperature of the storage medium. The capacity of a storage system is defi ned by the specifi c heat capacity and the mass of the medium used. Latent heat storage is accomplished by using phase change materials (PCMs) as storage media.

How does a battery energy storage system (BESS) work?

3) The battery energy storage system (BESS) is integrated into the secure (protected by the DU) dc link at the receiving-end station, with only dc current going through during its normal operation, thereby extending lifetime and reducing losses; 4)

Why is massive energy storage important in bulk power systems?

Abstract Massive energy storage capability is tending to be included into bulk power systems especially in renewable generation applications, in order to balance active power and maintain system security.

What is electrical energy storage (EES)?

Electrical Energy Storage, EES, is one of the key technologies in the areas covered by the IEC. EES techniques have shown unique capabilities in coping with some critical characteristics of electricity, for example hourly variations in demand and price.

Why is ultra-capacitor a good choice for a hybrid energy storage system?

More importantly, due to the poor performance of lithium-ion batteries at low temperature, the characteristics of high specific power and good low-temperature performance of ultra-capacitor can be used for large current discharge to extend the service life of the hybrid energy storage system.