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A comprehensive review of Supercapacitor integration into wind turbines

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This review presents a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the integration of supercapacitors into wind turbine systems, focusing on enhancing efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in wind energy applications. The novelty of the study lies in its systematic evaluation of performance benefits, integration strategies, and techno-economic impacts, along with a chronological mapping of key developments from 2012 to 2024. The paper reviews both electrochemical double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) and pseudocapacitors, emphasizing their role in power fluctuation mitigation, voltage and frequency regulation, and hybrid energy storage configurations with batteries. It covers various wind turbine systems, including PMSG and DFIG-based setups, and examines their use in standalone, grid-connected, and offshore applications. By incorporating performance comparisons, control approaches, and lifecycle cost assessments, the paper highlights critical challenges and identifies future research directions in materials science and hybrid system optimization. This study offers a valuable resource for researchers and engineers aiming to design more resilient and efficient wind energy systems.

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  • Karabacak, Kerim, 2026. "A comprehensive review of Supercapacitor integration into wind turbines," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 409(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:appene:v:409:y:2026:i:c:s0306261926001285
    DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2026.127476
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