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Rinaldi, Lorenzo (author), Golinucci, Nicolò (author), Guerrieri, Giulia (author), Sanvito, F.D. (author), Rocco, Matteo Vincenzo (author), Colombo, Emanuela (author)Investing in low-carbon technologies, including light-duty vehicles, is a strategy to decarbonize the residential sector and private mobility. This work aims to assess the parameters driving the economic convenience of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for a household, and what are the economic implications of BEV adoption on the total cost of...journal article 2024
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Prins, Jelle (author)Sulfide-based solid-state batteries (SSBs) are emerging as a top contender for next-generation rechargeable batteries with improved safety and outstanding energy densities. SSBs incorporate non-flammable solid-electrolytes (SEs), eliminating safety hazards for batteries in electric vehicles and electronic devices. In addition, the development of...master thesis 2024
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Macray, Laurence (author)An all-solid-state battery represents a promising solution for overcoming current lithium-ion batteries ’technological and safety limitations. However, the individual limitations of both inorganic and organic solid electrolytes hinder technological progression. Hybrid solid electrolytes hold the potential to surpass these limitations by...master thesis 2024
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Borninkhof, Joep (author)Electric vehicles have become the focal point to reduce GHG in the quest for cleaner and more efficient means of transportation. At the core of this transition lies the key component of energy storage, the battery pack. The battery pack has electrodes manufactured with the binder PVDF. Using fluorine-rich compounds makes processing and recycling...master thesis 2024
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Beeravelli, Arun Datta (author)The Global Shipping industry is responsible for transporting 90% of global commerce and is responsible for 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Addressing this, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) aims to reduce GHG emissions from international shipping by 40% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. This study explores Low...master thesis 2024
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Peng, Linhan (author)This study explores the potential of metal oxide fluorides as cathode materials for solid-state fluoride-ion batteries (FIBs), aiming to combine the stability of intercalation-based electrode materials with the high energy density of conversion-based materials. Through comprehensive experimental investigations using techniques such as...master thesis 2024
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van Nederveen, Milou (author)Quantum Batteries (QBs) are quantum-mechanical devices for energy storage, gaining interest due to a potential quantum advantage in power. Recently, the first experimental implementations of QBs were realised. This study characterises the superconducting transmon qubits of Starmon-5 as QBs using the Quantum Inspire platform. In addition to...master thesis 2024
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van der Knokke, Quan (author)Inland shipping is an efficient way of freight transportation, especially in the Province of South Holland (the Netherlands), but this sector faces a significant challenge in further reducing climate change effects and local health and environmental impacts caused by the combustion of diesel fuel.<br/><br/>In this study, an analysis of the...master thesis 2024
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Kodzhabash, Tekin (author)This thesis addresses the imperative need for sustainable energy solutions in the residential sector which is a significant contributor to global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Focusing on modeling and optimizing residential energy systems, the study explores the integration of photovoltaic (PV) panels, heat pumps, and...master thesis 2024
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Hamming, Paula (author)Freight transport is a crucial component of our society and economy. However, achieving sustainability in this sector is complex, due to a lack of incentives among stakeholders. The heavy-duty road transport sector is struggling to meet European emission standards. To address this issue, a research study examined the impact of combining Battery...master thesis 2024
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Mulder, Sebastiaan (author), Klein, S.A. (author)To support increasing renewable capacity for a net-zero future, energy storage will play a key role in maintaining grid stability. In this paper, all current and near-future energy storage technologies are compared for three different scenarios: (1) fixed electricity buy-in price, (2) market-based electricity buy-in price, and (3) energy storage...journal article 2024
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Wang, C. (author), Liu, M. (author), Bannenberg, L.J. (author), Zhao, C. (author), Thijs, M.A. (author), Boshuizen, B. (author), Ganapathy, S. (author), Wagemaker, M. (author)Lithium metal with its high theoretical capacity and low negative potential is considered one of the most important candidates to raise the energy density of all-solid-state batteries. However, lithium filament growth and its induced solid electrolyte decomposition pose severe challenges to realize a long cycle life. Here, dendrite growth in...journal article 2024
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Eren, Enis Oğuzhan (author), Esen, Cansu (author), Scoppola, Ernesto (author), Song, Zihan (author), Senokos, Evgeny (author), Zschiesche, Hannes (author), Cruz, Daniel (author), Lauermann, Iver (author), Kumru, B. (author)Developing high-performance carbonaceous anode materials for sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) is still a grand quest for a more sustainable future of energy storage. Introducing sulfur within a carbon framework is one of the most promising attempts toward the development of highly efficient anode materials. Herein, a microporous sulfur-rich carbon...journal article 2024
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Liao, X. (author), Saeednia, M. (author), Nogal Macho, M. (author), Tavasszy, Lorant (author)Large-scale electrification of heavy-duty road freight faces challenges including scarcity of charging infrastructure and high battery costs. Dynamic charging could help overcome these challenges by enabling trucks to charge while driving. Important additional benefits for carriers related to lower required sizes and longer lifetimes of...journal article 2024
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Zhang, D. (author), Wang, Zhenpo (author), Liu, Peng (author), She, Chengqi (author), Wang, Qiushi (author), Zhou, Litao (author), Qin, Z. (author)Accurately evaluating battery degradation is not only crucial for ensuring the safe and reliable operation of electric vehicles (EVs) but also fundamental for their intelligent management and maximum utilization. However, the non-linearity, non-measurability, and multi-stress coupled operating conditions have posed significant challenges for...journal article 2024
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van Kleef, Sophie (author)A climate change mitigation strategy seen in the maritime sector is the electrification of berths through implementing shore power installations. The incorporation of grid-connected battery energy storage systems (BESS) into shore power installations, thereby creating hybrid installations, potentially accelerates the implementation of shore...master thesis 2023
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Dekker, Marc (author)This master’s thesis explores an alternative approach to enhance the emission performance and energy efficiency of offshore installation vessels without expensive retrofits. The concept involves employing swappable energy containers, currently used for inland cargo and tug vessels, for offshore installation vessels. These containers are filled...master thesis 2023
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Dijkhuis, Jeffry (author)In order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, fleets of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles are transitioning from conventional fossil fuels to fully electric drivetrains. To utilize these medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles (MHDEVs) without significantly disrupting their operations, Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) are being developed,...master thesis 2023
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van Buren, Floris (author)Currently, the entire aviation sector accounts for 2.5% of global emissions. To commit to the Paris Agreement by 2050, new emerging technology is necessary. Electric aircraft emerged as one of the promising solutions to decarbonize the aviation sector. However, the introduction of electric aviation (EA) causes a shift from kerosene to...master thesis 2023
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Bouillez, Matéo (author)Batteries play a vital role in the ongoing energy transition, driving the demand for safer, energy denser and higher performing energy storage solutions. This has propelled research of solid-state batteries. Halide electrolytes, with high ionic conductivities and high oxidation stabilities, have attracted tremendous interest. Currently, the main...master thesis 2023