Pretty soon, heat pumps will be able to store and distribute heat as needed
3 days ago
- #energy-storage
- #thermal-battery
- #heat-pump
- Heat pumps are becoming common in private homes, but storing their heat was not possible until now.
- SINTEF and COWA Thermal Solutions developed a thermal battery to store and release heat efficiently.
- The thermal battery allows for smarter energy use, reducing costs and improving comfort.
- Salt hydrates are key materials in the thermal battery, offering high energy storage and stability.
- The solution is space-saving, taking up to four times less space than traditional hot water tanks.
- The thermal battery has an efficiency of 85%, with faster charging and heat release times.
- Recycled aluminum is used in the cooling fins, coated with PEO to prevent corrosion.