18466837. REDOX FLOW BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE THEREOF simplified abstract (INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE)

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REDOX FLOW BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE THEREOF

Organization Name

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Inventor(s)

Huan-Hsiung Tseng of Hsinchu County (TW)

Chi-Chang Chen of Tainan City (TW)

REDOX FLOW BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18466837 titled 'REDOX FLOW BATTERY AND ELECTROLYTE THEREOF

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an electrolyte for a redox flow battery, consisting of a negative electrolyte and a positive electrolyte, with the negative electrolyte having a greater initial volume than the positive electrolyte.

  • The negative electrolyte contains a negative active material and a negative solvent.
  • The positive electrolyte contains a positive active material and a positive solvent.
  • The redox flow battery includes the electrolyte for energy storage and conversion.

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in renewable energy storage systems, grid stabilization, and backup power solutions.

Problems Solved

This innovation addresses the need for efficient and scalable energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources.

Benefits

The technology offers high energy efficiency, long cycle life, and cost-effective energy storage solutions for various applications.

Potential Commercial Applications

The electrolyte technology can be applied in renewable energy systems, microgrids, and off-grid power solutions.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art is the use of different electrolyte compositions in redox flow batteries to improve performance and efficiency.

Unanswered Questions

How does the initial volume difference between the negative and positive electrolytes impact the overall performance of the redox flow battery?

The abstract mentions that the negative electrolyte has a greater initial volume than the positive electrolyte, but it does not elaborate on how this difference affects the battery's performance and efficiency.

What specific negative and positive active materials and solvents are used in the electrolytes, and how do they contribute to the overall performance of the redox flow battery?

The abstract provides a general overview of the electrolyte composition but does not detail the specific materials used or their individual roles in enhancing the battery's performance.


Original Abstract Submitted

An electrolyte of a redox flow battery, including a negative electrolyte and a positive electrolyte, is provided. The negative electrolyte includes a negative active material and a negative solvent, and the positive electrolyte includes a positive active material and a positive solvent. An initial volume of the negative electrolyte is greater than an initial volume of the positive electrolyte. A redox flow battery including the electrolyte is also provided.