Abstract
Cryogenic energy storage (CES) is a viable method for grid-scale electrical energy storage. Considering the high energy density and mature application of liquefied natural gas (LNG), we proposed an LNG cryogenic energy storage (LNGES) system. A steady-state process model of the LNGES system was established using Aspen HYSYS. The effects of the natural gas composition and key operating parameters such as the charging pressure, discharging pressure, throttling temperature, and liquid storage pressure on the system performance were investigated. A multi-parameter genetic algorithm model built using the MATLAB software was used to optimize the LNGES system to optimize the round-trip efficiency (RTE). Then, an exergy analysis of the optimal configuration was conducted. The results suggested that the LNGES system could achieve optimal RTE and exergy efficiency values of 60.14% and 71.64%, respectively. Exergy destruction mainly occurred during the compression, throttling, expansion, and heat exchange. The proposed LNGES system could be a promising candidate for the large-scale application of CES technology in power grids and gas networks.
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