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Which types of energy storage devices are suitable for high power applications?

From the electrical storage categories, capacitors, supercapacitors, and superconductive magnetic energy storage devices are identified as appropriate for high power applications. Besides, thermal energy storage is identified as suitable in seasonal and bulk energy application areas.

What are the different types of energy storage systems?

Hence, a popular strategy is to develop advanced energy storage devices for delivering energy on demand. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Currently, energy storage systems are available for various large‐scale applications and are classified into four types: mechanical, chemical, electrical, and electrochemical, 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 as shown in Figure1 .

What are the different types of mechanical storage devices?

On the other hand, sensible thermal storage (STES), latent phase-change material (PCM), thermochemical storage (TCS) are categorized under thermal storage devices. Flywheel energy storage (FES), compressed air energy storage (CAES) and Pumped hydro storage (PHS), are among the common mechanical storage devices.

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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.

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