Design and Optimization of Solar-Assisted Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles with Thermal Energy Storage

Abstract

The rapid transition toward sustainable transportation has intensified the need for innovative and energy-efficient charging infrastructures for electric vehicles (EVs). This book chapter presents a comprehensive framework for the design and optimization of solar-assisted EV charging stations integrated with thermal energy storage systems. By leveraging solar photovoltaic energy and advanced thermal storage solutions, the proposed model addresses the intermittency of renewable sources while enhancing energy reliability, demand flexibility, and operational sustainability. The integration of Internet of Things (IoT)-based architectures, smart grid functionalities, and data-driven control mechanisms enables real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and adaptive energy management. The chapter explores the role of cybersecurity, blockchain technology, and distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS) in securing and coordinating decentralized charging networks. The synergy between algorithmic intelligence and energy systems fosters an intelligent infrastructure that supports grid resilience, cost efficiency, and environmental goals. This multidisciplinary approach offers valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and engineers in advancing the development of next-generation charging ecosystems. Emphasis is placed on optimizing energy flow, ensuring secure data communication, and enabling seamless interaction between vehicles, users, and the grid, thus contributing to the realization of a sustainable, intelligent, and inclusive mobility future.

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DOI

10.71443/9789349552654-11

Journal

Solar Thermal Technologies and Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials for High-Efficiency Electric and Solar Mobility

Year

2025