Review On: Energy Storage: From Innovation to Implementation

Abstract

Energy storage systems are becoming a key part of today’s power networks. They help improve how efficiently electricity is used and ensure the power supply stays stable and reliable in systems using both direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC). These systems are especially important for helping balance the power grid and making it easier to use renewable energy sources like solar and wind. They are also essential in high-demand areas like airplanes, ships, and electric vehicles, where they help handle peak power needs in a cost-effective way and make the systems more dependable and efficient. Recent research and development have focused on high-power energy storage devices such as supercapacitors, superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES), and flywheels. These technologies are known for being able to deliver high power quickly and recharge rapidly, which makes them perfect for situations that require fast energy delivery and recovery. Another major trend is the use of hybrid energy storage systems (HESS), which combine different types of energy storage devices. These hybrid systems offer more flexibility and better performance, making them suitable for a wide range of uses, especially for supporting critical systems and sudden, high-energy demands (pulse loads). This paper gives an overview of the latest developments in high-power energy storage technologies, including lithium-ion batteries, which are widely used due to their high energy storage capacity. It also looks at how hybrid systems are being used in microgrids and in situations that involve critical or pulsed energy demands. Finally, the study compares these technologies in terms of power, energy capacity, cost, lifespan, and overall performance.