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Applications of lithium-ion batteries in grid-scale energy storage systems

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Chen, Tianmei, Jin, Yi, Lv, Hanyu, Yang, Antao, Liu, Meiyi, Chen, Bing, Xie, Ying, Chen, Qiang·2020·Transactions of Tianjin University

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Abstract In the electrical energy transformation process, the grid-level energy storage system plays an essential role in balancing power generation and utilization. Batteries have considerable potential for application to grid-level energy storage systems because of their rapid response, modularization, and flexible installation. Among several battery technologies, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) exhibit high energy efficiency, long cycle life, and relatively high energy density. In this perspective, the properties of LIBs, including their operation mechanism, battery design and construction, and advantages and disadvantages, have been analyzed in detail. Moreover, the performance of LIBs applied to grid-level energy storage systems is analyzed in terms of the following grid services: (1) frequency regulation; (2) peak shifting; (3) integration with renewable energy sources; and (4) power management. In addition, the challenges encountered in the application of LIBs are discussed and possible research directions aimed at overcoming these challenges are proposed to provide insight into the development of grid-level energy storage systems.

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  • Li has increasingly been used in grid storage applications.

    “Additionally, Li has increasingly been used in grid storage applications (Chen et al 2020, Sadik-Zada et al 2023).”

    From Environmental impacts of lithium supply chains from Australia to China (2024) · cites this paper as Chen et al 2020

    The Introduction reports that lithium-ion batteries are used in grid storage, including in 77% of U.S. electrical storage systems operating to stabilize the grid. It does not establish that their use in grid storage has increased over time; its statement about recent improvements concerns battery performance, not deployment. (LLM, conf=0.85)

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  1. Mukai D, Kobayashi K, Kurahashi T et al (2012) Development of large high-performance lithium-ion batteries for power storage and industrial use. Mitsubishi Heavy Ind Tech Rev 49(1):6

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Authors
Chen, T., Jin, Y., Lv, H., Yang, A., Liu, M., Chen, B., Xie, Y., & Chen, Q.
Affiliations
State Grid Corporation of China (China) (CN)
Corresponding author
Chen, Tianmei
Venue
Transactions of Tianjin University
Published
2020-02-08
Volume
26
Issue
3
Pages
208-217
ISSN
  • 1006-4982 (ISSN-L)
  • 1995-8196
OpenAlex
W3005112572
Cited by
692
References
74
Citations by year
2026: 104 · 2025: 142 · 2024: 135 · 2023: 138 · 2022: 83 · 2021: 71 · 2020: 19
FWCI
22.72
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Locations
Transactions of Tianjin University (publishedVersion, cc-by)
Topics
  • Physical Sciences › Energy › Energy Engineering and Power Technology › Power Systems and Renewable Energy
  • Physical Sciences › Engineering › Automotive Engineering › Advanced Battery Technologies Research
  • Physical Sciences › Engineering › Electrical and Electronic Engineering › Advancements in Battery Materials
Keywords
lithium-ion batteries, grid-scale energy storage, frequency regulation, peak shaving, renewable energy integration, power management, battery design, grid services

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