Energy storage is needed for ultra-fast charging of EVs and retrofitting of micro-grids.
Storing energy can help avoid costly infrastructure upgrades that are needed to charge electric cars. Lithium batteries are a good choice for a solution in this market, but they can only be used a limited number of times and will wear out quickly if used for this purpose. Teraloop’s flywheel technology is a mechanical structure that stores rotational energy. It works with other ways to manage power and energy that are flexible. Flywheels have advantages like using energy efficiently, lasting a long time, and having a lot of power in a small space. This makes them perfect for applications that require a lot of cycling. With its new topology, Teraloop goes beyond the current state of the art. It can be scaled up to MW scale with a single device and has 5–7 times more energy density. Teraloop’s flywheel technology is perfect for applications like ultra-fast charging of electric vehicles and retrofitting of micro-grids. It adds to existing battery technologies and makes them last longer and be more sustainable.
Positive facts about Teraloop flywheel EV charging
Cradle-to-grave energy consumption 96% lower than a lithium battery
A 100kW Teraloop flywheel enables the reduction of more than 900MWh of required flexibility, which is typically serviced with fossil fuels
Payback in 1-8 years through avoidance of infrastructure upgrades and grid charge costs
25% lifetime increase for lithium batteries
Teraloop flywheel EV charging website : https://teraloop.org/