College - Author 1

College of Engineering

Department - Author 1

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree Name - Author 1

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 2

College of Engineering

Department - Author 2

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 2

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 3

College of Engineering

Department - Author 3

Mechanical Engineering Department

Degree - Author 3

BS in Mechanical Engineering

College - Author 4

College of Engineering

Department - Author 4

Computer Engineering Department

Degree - Author 4

BS in Computer Engineering

Date

6-2021

Primary Advisor

Peter Schuster, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department

Additional Advisors

Mohammad Noori, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department

Abstract/Summary

This Final Design Review document covers the work we, students at California Polytechnic State University – San Luis Obispo, have performed in collaboration with Mr. Harish Bhutani and Dr. Mohammad Noori. The project’s intent is to create an energy storage system for off-grid and developing region applications using alternative technologies to lithium-ion battery storage. We plan to manufacture and assemble a scale model of the energy storage system to prove effectiveness and practicality. This system will store enough energy to power basic appliances and essential devices for a house or community. The chosen design direction will be a flywheel, as it is very energy dense and is less complex than other options. The following will outline the entire design process, including the ideas we created, the design challenges, and the testing of our physical build. To meet climate change goals set around the globe, our world needs to head towards a more sustainable future, and the energy sector is no exception. This project aims to help with the research and design of this new field and present a final product that will have a meaningful impact on our world.

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