Electricity Storage Technologies

This lecture covers various electricity storage technologies such as electrochemical capacitors, advanced flywheels, and compressed air energy storage. It discusses the efficiency and power capacity of different storage methods, including hydrogen fuel cells and batteries. The presentation also delves into the challenges and future prospects of electricity storage, focusing on solar fuel production through artificial photosynthesis and hydrogen economy. The instructor explores the energy density of fuels, hydrogen storage options like high-pressure gas tanks and liquid hydrogen tanks, and innovative approaches using carbon nanotubes and metal organic frameworks. Additionally, the lecture touches on chemical hydrogen storage, complex hydrides, and organic hydrides as potential solutions for efficient energy storage.