Portable energy storage power supply heat dissipation

Are portable energy storage units sustainable?

Achieving the global electricity demand and meeting the United Nations sustainable development target on reliable and sustainable energy supply by 2050 are crucial. Portable energy storage (PES) units, powered by solid-state battery cells, can offer a sustainable and cost-effective solution for regions with limited power-grid access.

Why is portable energy storage important?

Conventional methods of providing electricity, such as portable fossil fuel engines, pose significant challenges including CO 2 emissions, noise pollution, limited fuel availability, and high costs [ 1 ]. To address these issues, there has been a growing focus on portable energy storage (PES) units that employ various storage technologies [ 2 ].

What are energy storage systems (PES)?

This includes numerous designs, exploring efficient energy storage technologies such as solid-state batteries, that aim to improve energy density, compactness, safety, durability, and enhancement of overall portability. A PES unit typically comprises a storage system and an inverter for energy conversion.

Which materials are used for heatsinks in electronic packages?

Copper and aluminium alloys are commonly chosen materials for heatsinks in electronic packages because of their favourable attributes, such as high thermal conductivity, ease of manufacturing, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness [ 65 ].