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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RECENT TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING (IJRTTE)

Advanced Supercapacitor Integration for Enhanced Solar Energy Storage and Management

Varsha Negi
Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Shyam Lal College Evening, India.
K Ruth Isabels
Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Saveetha Engineering College ( Autonomous), India.

Keywords: Supercapacitor integration, Solar energy storage, Hybrid energy systems, Energy management, Power quality, Renewable energy, Energy efficiency, Modular design, Battery stress reduction, Sustainable energy systems.

Abstract

The integration of supercapacitors into solar energy systems offers a promising approach to overcome the limitations of conventional energy storage technologies. This paper presents an advanced framework for supercapacitor integration aimed at enhancing solar energy storage and management. Leveraging the high-power density, rapid charge discharge capabilities, and long cycle life of supercapacitors, the proposed system significantly improves energy efficiency, power quality, and system reliability under dynamic load and irradiance conditions. The framework reduces battery stress, lowers maintenance costs, and supports scalable, modular design suitable for a wide range of solar applications from residential to utility scale. Additionally, intelligent energy management strategies optimize energy flow and extend the overall lifespan of the hybrid storage system. By addressing key challenges such as scalability, experimental validation, and holistic system integration identified in recent literature, this work provides a cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and robust solution that advances the deployment of sustainable solar power systems with enhanced performance and durability.
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