Essays about: "Compressed air storage"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 18 essays containing the words Compressed air storage.
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1. Development and evaluation of concepts for a highacceleration test rig : Development of a test rig, which aims to investigate possibilities for controllable and securepressure build up
University essay from Karlstads universitetAbstract : Since the early 18th century, compressed air has been used as a variant of propellant to move objects.The technology was not very successful during that period, but in the 20th century, engineers beganexploring the possibilities of using compressed air to power tools and machines. READ MORE
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2. Evaluation of available electricity storage technologies and the possible economic gain for Växjö Energi
University essay from KTH/Kraft- och värmeteknologiAbstract : As the renewable energy sources are finding more place in the energy generation technologies,the Swedish energy market is also undergoing transformations. Renewable energy sources inthe energy generation system brings more volatility and price fluctuations which can mean challenges and opportunities. READ MORE
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3. Energy storage and their combination with wind power compared to new nuclear power in Sweden : A review and cost analysis
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknikAbstract : As intermittent renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power gradually increase around the world, older technologies such as nuclear power is phased out in Sweden and many other countries. It is then important to ensure that the total power need is secured, and that the power grid can remain stable. READ MORE
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4. A 3D Sub-Surface Characterisation of the Arnager Greensand, South-west Skåne
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaperAbstract : A surface characterisation of the Arnager Greensand in south Sweden, a deep saline aquifer found to be suitable for geological storage of CO2 or energy storage, was undertaken in this thesis. Vintage seismic reflection data only available as scanned tiff images of the final stacked sections were digitized and processed using modern interpretation software to provide new insights into the morphology of the Arnager Greensand and to analyse the reservoir’s potential as an energy storage unit. READ MORE
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5. The potential of grid energy storage: a case study of the Nordic countries and Germany
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknikAbstract : The increasing share of renewable electricity will make energy storage technologies indispensable in the future. In this study, the potential of grid energy storage technologies is discussed, focusing on the Nordic countries as well as Germany. READ MORE