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Vanadium Flow Modular Energy Storage System

Project Type: Self-Initiated

Project Description

Large-scale solar farms in Saudi Arabia face significant challenges in storing energy efficiently due to high ambient temperatures and fluctuating generation from intermittent renewable sources. Conventional lithium-ion batteries degrade rapidly in this heat and have a limited lifespan. To support the Kingdom's renewable energy goals, a robust, heat-tolerant storage solution is required. designed a Vanadium Flow Modular Energy Storage System optimized for the Saudi Arabian environment. By integrating an evaporative cooling solution, the design capitalizes on the region's dry climate to solve the critical issue of battery overheating. The system is scalable, cost-effective, and validated to operate safely without the rapid degradation seen in conventional lithium-ion batteries.


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Project Team

Abdulaziz Alharbi
Abdulaziz Alharbi
Applied Electrical Engineering
Ryan Alghamdi
Ryan Alghamdi
Chemical Engineering
Moath Althuwadi
Moath Althuwadi
Applied Chemical Engineering
Mahmoud Bin Laden
Mahmoud Bin Laden
Applied Mechanical Engineering

Team Coach

Dr. Ali Elkhazraji
Dr. Ali Elkhazraji
Assistant Professor

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen Technologies and Carbon Management