Each chapter is designed for modular use, with clear definitions, methods, case studies, and future outlooks that support both academic instruction and professional development. The reference equips its audience with the latest technical knowledge, practical applications, and strategic insights. It empowers users to innovate, deploy, and manage energy storage systems that advance sustainability, resilience, and affordability in global energy infrastructures.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Energy Storage Systems2. Fundamentals of Energy Storage
3. Battery technologies and electrochemical storage
4. Hydrogen Storage and Metal Hydride Systems
5. Thermal Energy Storage and Thermochemical Systems
6. Mechanical and Electrical Energy Storage Methods
7. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Energy Storage
8. Optimization Techniques for Storage System Design
9. Smart Grids and Decentralized Energy Systems
10. Energy Storage Policies, Markets, and Investment Trends
11. Materials Innovation for Advanced Energy Storage Systems
12. Energy Storage Integration with Renewable Power Systems
13. Cybersecurity and Data Management in Energy Storage Networks
14. Future Outlook and Research Directions in Energy Storage
Authors
Deepanraj Balakrishnan Research Faculty, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, Saudi Arabia.Dr. Deepanraj Balakrishnan is currently working as Research Faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, Saudi Arabia. He has extensive teaching and research experience and has contributed to numerous works from publishers of international repute as an author and editor. His area of interest includes Renewable Energy Utilization; Energy Conservation and Waste Management with special focus on Bio-Energy.
Prabhakar Sharma Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University, India.Dr Prabhakar Sharma is currently working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University, India. He has 13 years of academic experience and 15 Years industrial experience in the aviation sector. His research interests include renewable energy, hydrogen energy, Machine learning, and Optimization.
Aman Maung Than Oo Dean of Science, Technology and Engineering at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC).Professor Aman Oo is a distinguished higher education leader and Full Professor of Electrical Engineering with strong international experience in both academia and industry. He currently serves as Dean of Science, Technology and Engineering at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), and has previously held similar roles at Deakin University, Auckland University of Technology, and Macquarie University. Professor Oo is a strong advocate for global collaboration, having led strategic partnerships and major university-industry projects across continents. His expertise spans electrical power engineering, renewable energy, smart grids, and engineering education, with over 350 peer-reviewed publications to his name. Widely respected in his field, he is regularly invited to speak at leading international conferences and workshops.
Bachir Benhala Full Professor of Electronics, Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mahraz, University Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah Fez, Morocco. Bachir Benhala is currently working as Full Professor of Electronics, Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mahraz, University Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah Fez, Morocco. He received the Master degree in microelectronics and telecommunication systems, the Ph.D degree in electronics and microelectronics, both from the Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) of Fez, Morocco. His current research interests are in the fields of Metaheuristics Optimization Techniques, Artificial Intelligence Applications, Analog Design Automation and Digital/Analog VLSI Architecture. He is the author/co-author of two books, 12 book chapters and more than 100 articles in universally referenced Journals. He has regularly served as a reviewer in international journals and conferences. He was the General Chair of many editions of the IEEE IRASET and ICEGC conferences, and he is also a member of several international conference committees. He has supervised and delivered over 8 Ph.D. theses and more than 40 Master's research projects. He has coordinated several national and foreign research projects.
