The new type of battery is six times more effective than today's lithium-ion

Accumulation and storage of accumulated electricity - this is probably the most important weak link in the entire energy sector. All existing storage installations anyway limited capacity limit and the time of trouble-free operation. In order to increase capacity, and most importantly, battery life, scientists are constantly discovering new solutions.

In this article we will talk about the development of Australian scientists, who managed to create a working model of heat Battery (Thermal Energy Device), which is at least 6 times more effective than lithium ion batteries similar sizes.

This development has been presented Climate ChangeTechnologies. And declared parameters this setting is able to maintain nearly 12 times more energy than a lead-acid batteries and 6 times greater than the lithium ion battery of similar dimensions.

Thus the production cost of the heat accumulator is almost half.

As stated engineers thermal battery is able to store energy received from any existing power source (solar, wind, thermal, network). The resulting energy is directed for heating disposed inside a special silicon thermally insulated chamber to a temperature of 1400 degrees Celsius.

I.e. the energy is accumulated and stored in the form of molten silicon. And best of all, if the battery is not necessary, it is quite possible to just turn off, and after how active zone silicon is completely cooled, the product becomes completely safe for all parameters.

And to activate simply connect the heat storage, while it does not lose its original energy consumption.

To eject the heat engine design is provided.

It is also alleged that the thermal battery is able to last up to 20 years. As shown by the test bench of the sample at 3,000 charge-discharge cycles showed no degradation of properties.

Dimensions of the standard heat accumulator designed for 1.2 MWh of stored energy is far from small. All design fits in 6 m container.

Of course, the dimensions impose definite restrictions on the use of this product and put, for example, on a machine such a setup is impossible. But here as a stationary power source in industrial plants, on ships or in large buildings use heat storage is possible.

This novelty is already interested in such countries as Denmark, Sweden, the Netherlands, and this list can join other countries in the eurozone. Start of production is scheduled in the first quarter of this year.

conclusion

Thermal batteries are not only environmentally friendly, relatively cheap and suitable for re-use, but also can be a great link in the renewable energy system. But, as the saying goes, time will put everything in its place. If the article was useful to you, or are interested in, you will appreciate her huskies and thank you for your attention!