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Abstract
Thermochemical energy storage (TCES) based on calcium-looping (CaL) has great potential to mitigate the intermittency and instability problems of solar energy harvesting, especially for high-temperature solar thermal utilization. The CaCO3/CaO TCES system has been the focus of intense research over the past few decades for its advantages of high energy storage density, natural abundance of raw materials, low cost, and environmentally benign nature, simultaneously. Although some properties of the CaCO3/CaO TCES system have been concluded, few of them consider the relationships between structures and performances at multiple time and length scales. Herein, we summarize the multiscale developments of the CaCO3/CaO-based TCES systematically, including atomic-scale mechanisms, reaction thermodynamics, cyclic stabilities, energy storage/release properties in reactors, operations, and efficiency optimizations at a system level. This review aims to broaden research interests in multiscale structure-function relationships in the field of TCES and provide constructive references for exploring advanced methods and mature technologies for material development, reactor upgradation, and system optimization. Finally, it will promote the large-scale industrial applications of calcium-looping for thermochemical energy storage.
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Progress in Energy and Combustion Science (PECS) publishes review articles covering all aspects of energy and combustion science. These articles offer a comprehensive, in-depth overview, evaluation, and discussion of specific topics. Given the importance of climate change and energy conservation, efficient combustion of fossil fuels and the development of sustainable energy systems are emphasized. Environmental protection requires limiting pollutants, including greenhouse gases, emitted from combustion and other energy-intensive systems. Additionally, combustion plays a vital role in process technology and materials science.
PECS features articles authored by internationally recognized experts in combustion, flames, fuel science and technology, and sustainable energy solutions. Each volume includes specially commissioned review articles providing orderly and concise surveys and scientific discussions on various aspects of combustion and energy. While not overly lengthy, these articles allow authors to thoroughly and comprehensively explore their subjects. They serve as valuable resources for researchers seeking knowledge beyond their own fields and for students and engineers in government and industrial research seeking comprehensive reviews and practical solutions.