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So this is less efficient than something like pumped hydro for energy storage, yeah? But what about the density? Or maybe a better question is how does energy
by mulmen 5y ago
So this is less efficient than something like pumped hydro for energy storage, yeah? But what about the density? Or maybe a better question is how does energy/m^3 storage compare between pumped hydro and fuel synthesis? Could we do some kind of closed-loop combustion process where we capture the exhaust gas then re-synthesize the fuel? Or are the conversion losses just too great?
- SilasX 5y agoI don't think the point is to compete with power grid energy storage, but for cases where the energy must be in the form of aircraft fuel, so it doesn't quite matter if it's less efficient on all metrics that pumped hydro -- unless you plan on running a cord from a dam to the planes.