Pulsar’s Application in Energy Systems: Review of Current Status, Challenges, and Opportunities
Yongxin Zhang,
Yuru Wu,
Yu Liu,
Biao Sun,
Jiahui Yang,
Naga Lakshmi Thotakura,
Kazi Ishrak Ahmed,
Qian Liu,
Chong Shen,
Yilu Liu
Affiliations
Yongxin Zhang
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Yuru Wu
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Yu Liu
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Biao Sun
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Jiahui Yang
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Naga Lakshmi Thotakura
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Kazi Ishrak Ahmed
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Qian Liu
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Chong Shen
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Yilu Liu
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Tickle College of Engineering, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
To accelerate progress toward the realization of advanced energy systems, this review explores the potential of pulsar technology to create a more stable, economical, and environmentally friendly energy infrastructure. Pulsars, with their precise and reliable timing characteristics, have emerged as a promising tool for enhancing energy systems. This review begins by examining the development history of pulsar technology, shedding light on its evolution and the milestones achieved. It then provides a comprehensive summary of the current state of research, highlighting recent advancements and breakthroughs in this field. It also explores transformative pulsar applications in energy systems, including improved grid stability, advanced energy synchronization, and efficient energy storage management. However, implementing pulsar-related technologies presents significant technical, economic, and operational challenges. This review examines these hurdles and proposes strategies to overcome them, emphasizing the need for innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and supportive policies to fully integrate pulsar technologies into sustainable energy systems.