Aowei Ultracapacitor Technology: Versatile Applications
Chariot Motors has formed a long-term partnership with Shanghai Aowei Technology Development Company, a global leader in ultracapacitor (UC) technology. With a proven track record in energy storage innovation, Aowei drives advancements across various sectors. Through this collaboration, Chariot Motors brings Aowei’s high-quality ultracapacitor solutions to the European market, where energy efficiency and sustainability are key.
Aowei’s ultracapacitors were initially proven in electric public transport buses, where they delivered exceptional energy efficiency, rapid charging, and long-term reliability. Their use in public transport not only enhanced vehicle performance but also significantly reduced environmental impact by offering a cleaner alternative to traditional energy sources. Today, ultracapacitor technology is being expanded by Chariot Motors to meet the growing demand for energy storage in a diverse range of applications, such as UC for trams, trucks, and trolleybuses, providing more sustainable and cost-effective transportation solutions. Beyond transportation, Aowei’s ultracapacitors also play a vital role in grid stabilization and residential solar power systems, ensuring more reliable and resilient energy infrastructures in these sectors.
UCs are characterized as fast energy storage devices,
Aowei High Energy Ultracapacitor: A new type of high-performance energy storage device.
Hybrid-Capacitor Design: Combines traditional ultracapacitor (EDLC) technology with lithium-ion battery technology in the same electrolytic cell.
High Power Density: Capable of rapid charging and discharging, providing extremely high currents (thousands of amperes) over short durations (seconds).
High Reliability: Features a linear charge-discharge curve, allowing accurate monitoring of residual capacity.
Long Lifespan: Capable of over 1 million charge-discharge cycles.
Low Internal Resistance: Operates at nearly 100% efficiency.
with the following key technological features:
Lightweight: Significantly lighter than batteries for high-power applications.
Wide Temperature Tolerance: Operates efficiently in extreme conditions, from -25°C to +60°C.
Minimal Self-Discharge: Ultracapacitors exhibit minimal leakage current, retaining charge when not in use.
Minimal Self-Discharge: Ultracapacitors exhibit minimal leakage current, retaining charge when not in use.
High Safety Standards: The reduced lithium content in cells minimizes the risk of overheating or explosion.
Low Environmental Impact: Free from heavy metals and rare earth elements, ultracapacitors are environmentally friendly and boast a service life of over 10 years.
Ultracapacitors: Driving Renewable Energy Growth and Ensuring Grid Stability
Ultracapacitors are cutting-edge energy storage solutions that play a crucial role in supporting the accelerated growth of renewable energy. By providing an instantaneous power response, they help manage peak load demands, maintain grid stability, and improve overall energy efficiency. Capable of delivering megawatts (MW) of power within milliseconds, ultracapacitors are essential for balancing fluctuations in renewable energy production, ensuring smooth grid operations, and preventing outages.
Unlike conventional batteries, ultracapacitors excel in applications that require both frequent cycling and fast energy delivery, making them ideal for renewable energy sources like solar and wind, which are inherently variable. They help buffer the grid during times of high energy production or demand, reducing strain on the system and extending the lifespan of other energy storage technologies. Moreover, ultracapacitors are highly durable, with long lifespans and minimal maintenance, further enhancing their value in the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions.
To learn more about how Aowei’s ultracapacitors are transforming energy systems across various sectors, explore the following applications:
