Redox flow battery technology development from perspective of patent applications: A review
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https://doi.org/10.18686/cest.v1i1.47Keywords:
redox flow batteries; ion exchange membranes; electrolytes; electrodes; bipolar platesAbstract
With the continuous increase in global energy consumption, the development and utilization of renewable energy become imperative. However, the intermittency and fluctuation of wind and solar power generation prevent direct grid integration, resulting in energy waste. As a large-scale electrochemical energy storage technology, redox flow batteries (RFBs) can effectively store renewable energy and smooth power output. In this paper, the development history of RFB technology in China is summarized by analyzing relevant patent application data and elaborating on the working principles, advantages and disadvantages of various RFBs, and their latest research progress. The technical challenges in current RFB research are analyzed and the application prospects of RFB commercialization are presented. The results showed that although RFB technology has made significant progress in China, it still faces issues, such as high battery cost and limited cycle life. To realize the efficient utilization of renewable energy and green low-carbon development, RFB technology needs continuous optimization and upgrade. This paper can provide references for the development of RFB technology.
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