Browsing by Subject "Energy storage"
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A comparison of power conversion systems for modular battery-based energy storage systems
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2020-02-07)
Article
Open AccessA modular battery-based energy storage system is composed by several battery packs distributed among different modules or parts of a power conversion system (PCS). The design of such PCS can be diverse attending to different ... -
A first estimate for thermal osmotic long storage
(2019-09-15)
Article
Open AccessIn this brief note, a first assessment on the possibilities for thermal osmotic storage using the thermal precipitation of aqueous solutions as alternative to sensible heat storage is performed. In a recent study it was ... -
A hybrid energy storage solution based on supercapacitors and batteries for the grid integration of utility scale photovoltaic plants
(Elsevier, 2022-07-01)
Article
Open AccessThis paper presents a 2-level controller managing a hybrid energy storage solution (HESS) for the grid integration of photovoltaic (PV) plants in distribution grids. The HESS is based on the interconnection of a lead-acid ... -
A mathematical model for the energy stored in green roofs
(2023-03-13)
Article
Open AccessA simple mathematical model to estimate the energy stored in a green roof is developed. Analytical solutions are derived corresponding to extensive (shallow) and intensive (deep) substrates. Results are presented for the ... -
A model predictive control-based energy management scheme for hybrid storage system in islanded microgrids
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2020-05-21)
Article
Open AccessModel predictive control (MPC) facilitates online optimal resource scheduling in electrical networks, thermal systems, water networks, process industry to name a few. In electrical systems, the capability of MPC can be ... -
A novel algorithm based on the combination of AC-OPF and GA for the optimal sizing and location of DERs into distribution networks
(Elsevier, 2021-09)
Article
Open AccessThis article proposes an algorithm to obtain an optimal local solution for the network planning process related to the optimal integration of different renewable energy sources (RES) and different BatteryEnergy Storage ... -
A review of energy storage technologies for large scale photovoltaic power plants
(2020-09-15)
Article
Open AccessEnergy storage can play an essential role in large scale photovoltaic power plants for complying with the current and future standards (grid codes) or for providing market oriented services. But not all the energy storage ... -
A self-branched lamination of hierarchical patronite nanoarchitectures on carbon fiber cloth as novel electrode for ionic liquid electrolyte-based high energy density supercapacitors
(2019-11-14)
Article
Open AccessThe developments of rationally designed binder-free metal chalcogenides decorated flexible electrodes are of paramount importance for advanced energy storage devices. Herein, binder-free patronite (VS4) flower-like ... -
A systemic approach to investigate the gaps between distribution system operators need and technology developers’ perception—A case study of an intelligent low-voltage grid management system with storage
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2021-06-09)
Article
Open AccessThe purpose of the paper is to introduce a new bi-directional approach to assess the gapbetween the customer needs and technology developers’ perception on the value propositions ofinnovations which includes storages. The ... -
Active transformer functionalities including an energy storage system
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2021)
Conference lecture
Restricted access - publisher's policyThis paper presents a series converter in an application with a Custom Power Active Transformer (CPAT) which is a power electronics integrated transformer providing services to the grid and load. The active transformer ... -
Adaptació el sistema de recuperació d'energia cinètica (KERS) per a l'ús domèstic d'una caravana
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-10-21)
Bachelor thesis
Restricted access - author's decisionEl treball que es presenta a continuació és l’adaptació teòrica del KERS (un sistema de recuperació d’energia cinètica) a una caravana, per transformar aquesta energia en elèctrica i emmagatzemar-la en les corresponents ... -
Adaptive droop for control of multiterminal DC bus integrating energy storage
(2015-02-01)
Article
Open AccessMultiterminal dc (MTDC) systems are drawing a lot of interest lately in applications related to distributed generation, especially in those that integrate wind or photovoltaic (PV) generation with energy storage (ES). ... -
Advanced methodology for the optimal sizing of the energy storage system in a hybrid electric refuse collector vehicle using real routes
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2018-11-24)
Article
Open AccessThis paper presents a new methodology for optimal sizing of the energy storage system ( ESS ), with the aim of being used in the design process of a hybrid electric (HE) refuse collector vehicle ( RCV ). This methodology ... -
Advanced study for the numerical resolution of the Navier-Stokes equations. Application to thermal energy storage systems
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2022-07-19)
Master thesis
Open AccessThe resolution of the Navier Stokes equations in three dimensions in a turbulent regime applying turbulence models is studied. To accomplish this objective, it is done a brief introduction to the work done on the Final ... -
Almacenamiento de energía para la reducción del coste de los errores de predicción en la generación eólica
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2015-06)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Open AccessEl presente proyecto tiene como objetivo determinar la viabilidad de la instalación de un sistema de almacenamiento energético, concretamente de una batería, como instrumento para reducir el coste imputado a los ... -
An electrochemical impedance spectroscopy study of ZnI2 redox flow batteries
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2019-07-03)
Master thesis
Open AccessThis thesis work focuses on the zinc-iodine redox flow battery system with ananalysis of the electrochemical changes which occur throughout charge and dis-charge. A literature review of energy storage techniques was first ... -
An estimate for thermal osmotic heat storage using precipitation of common salts
(2019-09-09)
Article
Open AccessIn this brief note, a first assessment on the possibilities for thermal osmotic storage by harnessing the thermal dependence of the solubility of common salts as an alternative method to sensible heat storage is discussed. ... -
Analysis and comparison of battery energy storage technologies for grid applications
(2013)
Conference report
Restricted access - publisher's policyBattery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs) could contribute to the generation/consumption balance of the grid and could provide advanced functionalities at different grid levels (generation, T&D, end-user and RES integration). ... -
Analysis and evaluation of Li-Ion batteries
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Universitat de Barcelona, 2012-06)
Master thesis
Open AccessThis document provides an introduction and over view of state-of-the-art energy storage technology including a comparison of them and various evaluations of the new possibilities they give to the energy infrastructure and ... -
Analysis and simulation of a thermosolar heating system using phase change material as the flowing fluid
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Politecnico di Torino, 2011)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Restricted access - author's decisionThe increasing gas emissions and the continuous rise of fuel prices are the main reasons why new solutions for world energy demand are searched. Using Europe as an indicator, every year more than thirty per cent of the oil ...
