Is elastic energy storage feasible

Can solid elastic systems be used for mechanical energy storage?

On the basis of results recently published, the present paper constitutes an overview on the application of solid elastic systems to mechanical energy storage and aims at assessing benefits and limits of this technology for what concerns energy density, power density, energy conversion and release. 2.

How will elastic energy storage systems become more applications?

Designing new functions, combining with control technology and energy conversion technology, elastic energy storage systems will get more applications.

What is elastic potential energy storage?

State of the art and discussion Elastic potential energy storage in components of mechanical systems occurs when they are deformed if forces are applied to the system. A well-known elastic component is a coiled spring. The elastic behavior of springs and elastic potential energy per unit volume can be found in literature [14-15].

Can elastic energy storage technology be combined with other energy conversion approaches?

Elastic energy storage technology could also be combined with other energy conversion approaches based on the electromagnetic, piezoelectric principle which can present unique advantages and realize the multidisciplinary integration , , .

What is the most common elastic energy storage device?

Spiral spring is the most common elastic energy storage device in practical applications. Humanity has developed various types of elastic energy storage devices, such as helical springs, disc springs, leaf springs, and spiral springs, of which the spiral spring is the most frequently-used device. Spiral springs are wound from steel strips [19, 20].

What is elastic energy storage – electric power generation system?

With the elastic energy storage–electric power generation system, grid electrical energy can drive electric motors to wind up a spiral spring group to store energy when power grid is adequate, and the stored energy can drive electric generators to generate electrical energy when power grid is insufficient. The working principle is shown in Fig. 2.