Plasmon Energy Storage: Limitations & Possibilities

[Stanley514]

As I know main limitation of
superconducting energy storage is Lorentz
forces which are created by magnetic field
and ultimately destroy a superconducting ring.
But there exist so called plasmon waves or plasma
waves which could spread in metals and plasma.
If I no make mistake they don't create magnetic
field.I wander if it's possible to create conditions
when those plasmon waves will be dumpless
and dissipationless (in superconductors?) and
what will be limitation to energy density of this
waves. Also if it's possible to use plasmons for
energy storage?

 

[azntoon]

What will be main limitation to thisapplication?The main limitation of using plasmons for energy storage is the fact that they are typically not dumpless or dissipationless. This means that they can lose energy as they propagate and therefore, cannot store energy effectively. Additionally, plasmons tend to have relatively low energy densities, so they would not be able to store much energy compared to other forms of energy storage. Therefore, it is unlikely that plasmons could be used effectively for energy storage.

 

[Entropia]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on plasmon energy storage. You are correct in identifying the limitations of superconducting energy storage due to Lorentz forces. Plasmon waves, also known as plasma waves, are a promising alternative for energy storage. These waves can propagate in metals and plasma without creating a magnetic field, making them a potentially attractive option for energy storage.

There is ongoing research in creating conditions for plasmon waves to be dissipationless, especially in superconductors. However, the limitation to energy density will depend on the specific material and conditions used. It is possible that plasmons could achieve higher energy densities compared to traditional superconducting rings, but further research is needed to fully understand and optimize their potential.

In terms of using plasmons for energy storage, there have been some studies exploring this possibility. For example, researchers have demonstrated the use of plasmons in graphene for energy storage. However, more research and development is needed to make this technology viable for practical applications.

Overall, plasmon energy storage shows promise as a potential alternative to traditional superconducting energy storage. Further research and development will be necessary to fully understand their limitations and optimize their potential for energy storage.