Micro-SMES units store, then release on demand, energy from superconducting coils about the size of home water heaters. SMES-units address these problems by storing energy in a magnetic field from the time it is generated until it is needed by the consumer. Bechtel National Inc. As part of the program, HARC designed, built and operated the world's highest current superconductor test facility to support the development of utility-scale storage systems. The Department of Energy's William H. White, deputy secretary, and Frank M. Stewart, deputy assistant secretary for energy efficiency and renewable energy, approved the project for funding through the agreement. The Houston Advanced Research Center, located in The Woodlands, is a nonprofit, university-linked research and development organization.
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These additions are expected to dramatically reduce refrigeration requirements and simplify the cryostat system, translating into major cost savings for cooling as well as a substantial reduction in operation costs. 281.363.7914 Sign up here to receive HARC press releases. All rights reserved. The information released herein does not necessarily reflect the position or the policy of research sponsors. Press releases may be reprinted in full or in part without acknowledgement.