Optimisation of Flywheel Materials by using Solidworks and Ansys Workbench Software

Blgasam Omer Eissa AL-Sharef, Mohammed Bin Jubeir

Abstract: Energy can be stored in various forms, such as in chemical energy (batteries), gravitational potential energy (pumped hydro), and kinetic energy (flywheels). Flywheels store energy through the inertia of a rotating mass. This project aims to compare the rotational speed of flywheels made from different materials to identify the most efficient option. The comparison involves assessing the material densities using simulation software and validating the findings through practical experimentation. The study also considers the cost and availability of the materials used, detailing the experimental procedures.

Keywords: energy storage systems, ESS, flywheel energy storage systems, FESS, flywheel red; in chemical bonds, Fuel