Exploring the Potential of Flow Batteries for Large-Scale Energy Storage Systems

¹ Department of Electrical Engineering, GLA University, Mathura,
² Department of computers Techniques engineering, College of technical engineering, The Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq Department of computers Techniques engineering, College of technical engineering, The Islamic University of Al Diwaniyah, Al Diwaniyah, Iraq Department of computers Techniques engineering, College of technical engineering, The Islamic University of Babylon, , Iraq zaidsalami12@gmail.com
³ Assistant Professor,Department of EEE,Prince Shri Venkateshwara Padmavathy Engineering College, Chennai - 127.,g.kalapriyadharshini_eee@psvpec.in
⁴ Mechanical Department,Vishwakarma Institute of Technology Pune India prakash.vaidya@vit.edu
⁵ Asst Professor,Department of CSE,New Prince Shri Bhavani College of Engineering and Technology Chennai-600073, Tamil nadu,India.thangam.v@newprinceshribhavani.com
⁶ Department of Mechanical engineering, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Techology, Pimrpi, Pune,
⁷ Department of EEE, School of Engineering, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India

^* kanchan.yadav@gla.ac.in

Abstract

Flow batteries have emerged as a promising technology for large-scale energy storage, offering unique advantages in terms of scalability, safety, and long cycle life. This paper explores the potential of flow batteries to support renewable energy integration and grid stability, analyzing their operational mechanisms, performance characteristics, and economic feasibility. A comprehensive review of various flow battery chemistries, such as vanadium redox and zinc- bromine, highlights the benefits and challenges associated with each type. Furthermore, the study addresses the role of flow batteries in addressing the intermittency of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, emphasizing their suitability for utility-scale applications. Future developments and ongoing research efforts aimed at enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving sustainability are also discussed, providing insight into the advancements required for widespread adoption of this technology.