Project Description

Operation implemented: Creation of a high-temperature test bench capable of evaluating the performance of a new storage material.

Location: Albi (81) – Occitanie – France

Customer: RAPSODEE research center atITM Albi

Type: Prototype for public research laboratory

Context

The aim of this prototype is to create a pilot capable of evaluating the performance of a new storage material.

Description

The storage system in question must be able to use air to charge and discharge heat within a granular bed in a purpose-built storage area.

Analysis of output data (outlet air temperature as a function of charging or discharging time, axial temperature profiles in the bed, etc.) should enable material and system performance to be assessed.

  • Test laboratory for materials over 1000°C
  • Work area included
  • Mobile prototype, can be moved to different sites (France, Belgium, Morocco)

Creation of a turnkey technology platform for a number of R&D projects, with the aim of :

  • The development of storage materials
  • Ageing studies linked to system efficiency
  • Improve knowledge of air/ceramic heat exchange