Multiphysics modeling framework for composite structural batteries with modified carbon fibers as electrodes

Electric truck gravity energy storage: An alternative to seasonal energy storage

“…Additionally, an effective strategy to further decrease the weight of the electric truck is to implement composite structural batteries, such as modified carbon fibers. These batteries not only enhance the vehicle's recharge mileage but also have the potential to significantly reduce the overall weight of electric propulsion systems 44,45 . It is important to note that this study operates on the assumption that the electric truck operates autonomously, leading to a substantial reduction in fixed costs for the system.…”

“…These batteries not only enhance the vehicle's recharge mileage but also have the potential to significantly reduce the overall weight of electric propulsion systems. 44,45 It is important to note that this study operates on the assumption that the electric truck operates autonomously, leading to a substantial reduction in fixed costs for the system. A few interesting advantages of ETGES paired with ETH are that (a) ETH is highly dependent on precipitation and water availability, while ETGES can generate electricity without the availability of water, and (b) storing water as groundwater in the upper sand reservoir reduces the evaporation losses, and (c) the stored sand also serves as a water storage reservoir, without the need of building a reservoir.…”

Electric Truck Hydropower, a Flexible Solution to Hydropower in Mountainous Regions

“…The energy storage capacity of the battery should be similar to the amount of energy generated with the ETH system, with the intent of minimising the weight of the truck's battery pack. Another optimized option to further reduce the weight of the truck is to use composite structural batteries (e.g., using modified carbon fibres) which increase the recharge mileage and have potential to substantially to reduce the weight of electric-powered systems [50,51]. This study assumes that the electric truck is autonomous, which significantly reduces the fixed costs of the system.…”