Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology

This study presents a simulation-driven optimization of thermochemical energy storage using SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems for integration with solar energy technologies. Thermochemical sorption systems offer promising potential for enhancing solar energy-storage efficiency by capturing...

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Main Authors: Suratsavadee K. Korkua, Uthen Thubsuang, Siraporn Sakphrom, Santanu Kumar Dash, Chalearm Tesanu, Kamon Thinsurat
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author Suratsavadee K. Korkua
Uthen Thubsuang
Siraporn Sakphrom
Santanu Kumar Dash
Chalearm Tesanu
Kamon Thinsurat
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Siraporn Sakphrom
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Kamon Thinsurat
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description This study presents a simulation-driven optimization of thermochemical energy storage using SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems for integration with solar energy technologies. Thermochemical sorption systems offer promising potential for enhancing solar energy-storage efficiency by capturing both thermal and electrical energy. However, optimizing sorption processes remains crucial for maximizing energy storage capacity. This work utilized advanced simulation tools to analyze the heat and mass transfer dynamics within SrCl<sub>2</sub>-EG composites and evaluate system performance under varying compression ratios (CR), reactant temperatures, and heat transfer fluid (HTF) flow rates. The results demonstrate that adjusting CR enhances the overall system efficiency. CR = 4 yields the highest desorption rate of 93.8%, while reducing the required HTF mass flow by nearly tenfold compared to lower CR values. Higher CR contributes to a reduction in sensible heat loss, allowing a greater percentage of thermal energy to be captured. Simulations also show that optimized SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems can integrate effectively with solar energy conversion technologies, making them highly suitable for both energy storage and cooling applications. This research underscores the role of thermochemical energy storage systems in providing more sustainable and efficient solar energy solutions. By reducing energy losses and improving the reliability of the energy storage process, SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems offer significant advantages for renewable energy integration.
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spelling doaj-art-cb8b626ec1474abe96fcd8829e6c048b2025-08-20T02:44:42ZengMDPI AGInventions2411-51342025-01-01101910.3390/inventions10010009Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy TechnologySuratsavadee K. Korkua0Uthen Thubsuang1Siraporn Sakphrom2Santanu Kumar Dash3Chalearm Tesanu4Kamon Thinsurat5Center of Excellence in Wood and Biomaterials, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, ThailandCenter of Excellence in Wood and Biomaterials, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, ThailandCenter of Excellence in Wood and Biomaterials, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, ThailandTIFAC-CORE, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore 632014, Tamil Nadu, IndiaThe Center for Scientific and Technological Equipment, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, ThailandCenter of Excellence in Wood and Biomaterials, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, ThailandThis study presents a simulation-driven optimization of thermochemical energy storage using SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems for integration with solar energy technologies. Thermochemical sorption systems offer promising potential for enhancing solar energy-storage efficiency by capturing both thermal and electrical energy. However, optimizing sorption processes remains crucial for maximizing energy storage capacity. This work utilized advanced simulation tools to analyze the heat and mass transfer dynamics within SrCl<sub>2</sub>-EG composites and evaluate system performance under varying compression ratios (CR), reactant temperatures, and heat transfer fluid (HTF) flow rates. The results demonstrate that adjusting CR enhances the overall system efficiency. CR = 4 yields the highest desorption rate of 93.8%, while reducing the required HTF mass flow by nearly tenfold compared to lower CR values. Higher CR contributes to a reduction in sensible heat loss, allowing a greater percentage of thermal energy to be captured. Simulations also show that optimized SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems can integrate effectively with solar energy conversion technologies, making them highly suitable for both energy storage and cooling applications. This research underscores the role of thermochemical energy storage systems in providing more sustainable and efficient solar energy solutions. By reducing energy losses and improving the reliability of the energy storage process, SrCl<sub>2</sub>-based systems offer significant advantages for renewable energy integration.https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5134/10/1/9thermochemical energy storagesolar energyheat and mass transfercomposite material
spellingShingle Suratsavadee K. Korkua
Uthen Thubsuang
Siraporn Sakphrom
Santanu Kumar Dash
Chalearm Tesanu
Kamon Thinsurat
Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
Inventions
thermochemical energy storage
solar energy
heat and mass transfer
composite material
title Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
title_full Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
title_fullStr Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
title_full_unstemmed Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
title_short Simulation-Driven Optimization of Thermochemical Energy Storage in SrCl<sub>2</sub>-Based System for Integration with Solar Energy Technology
title_sort simulation driven optimization of thermochemical energy storage in srcl sub 2 sub based system for integration with solar energy technology
topic thermochemical energy storage
solar energy
heat and mass transfer
composite material
url https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5134/10/1/9
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