Mechanical Energy Storage Technologies

by Ahmad Arabkoohsar

Overview

Mechanical Energy Storage Technologies presents a comprehensive reference that systemically describes various mechanical energy storage technologies. State-of-the-art energy storage systems are outlined with basic formulation, utility, and detailed dynamic modeling examples, making each chapter a standalone module on storage technology. Each chapter includes a detailed mathematical model of the given energy storage system along with solved and unsolved examples, case studies, and prospects among emerging technologies and solutions for future energy systems. Giving a detailed understanding of why mechanical energy storage systems are useful, this book is a beneficial reference for anyone researching and working in mechanical energy storage systems. - Covers advances in mechanical energy storage systems, both electricity and heat, in one reference - Includes solved and unsolved examples for each storage technology - Offers end-of-chapter summaries for each application - Includes detailed mathematical models of each energy storage system examined

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780128226612
Publisher:	Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date:	09/20/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	202
File size:	14 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Ahmad Arabkoohsar received his PhD degree in mechanical engineering from Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil. He then worked as a postdoctoral fellow, assistant professor, and associate professor at several European universities, including Aarhus University, Eindhoven University of Technology, and Aalborg University. Dr. Arabkoohsar is currently a senior researcher (associate professor) in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His main field of research includes thermodynamic modeling and optimization of thermal energy systems and energy storage systems, in which he has published numerous articles in top-ranked international journals, the monograph Mechanical Energy Storage Technologies, and several book chapters with leading scientific publishers. He has also given several keynote speeches, invited talks, and presentations for a variety of international scientific platforms, conferences, and events. Dr. Arabkoohsar serves as a member of the editorial board of several international journals, international conferences committees, and scientific panels.

Table of Contents

1. Classification of Mechanical Energy Storage Systems2. Heat Storage Technologies3. General Introduction4. Instantaneous Heat Storage Systems5. Seasonal Heat Storage Systems6. Mathematical Models7. Future Prospects8. Compressed Air Energy Storage System9. Future Prospects10. New Emerging Energy Storage Systems11. Introduction of Technologies12. Mathematical Models13. Prospects14. Conclusion Background15. State-of-the-art16. Mathematical model17. Future Prospects18. Pumped Hydropower Energy Storage19. Background20. State-of-the-art21. Mathematical model22. Future Prospects23. Flywheel Energy Storage24. Background25. State-of-the-art26. Mathematical model27. Future Prospects28. Pumped Heat Storage System29. Background30. State-of-the-art31. Mathematical model

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Provides detailed understanding of mechanical energy storage systems—both heat and electricity—and their impacts on future smart energy systems