Approval procedures for supercapacitors for solar container communication stations

Can supercapacitor cells/modules be used as energy storage device?

If the supercapacitor cells/modules are used as energy storage device in shipboard UPS, they are to be in accordance with 4-8-3/5.9 of the Marine Vessel Rules, as applicable.

Are supercapacitors a good energy storage device?

Supercapacitors, as a commercialized energy storage device, exhibit beneficial characteristics such as high power density, a fast charging/discharging process, no thermal runaway characteristics, and wide operating-temperature range.

Can a supercapacitor be used as a power source?

Manual override of safety functions is not permitted. If the supercapacitor system is used as emergency/transitional source of power, the CMS is to be provided with an independent power source in the case of loss of power supply from main generating source.

Can a supercapacitor be used during lay time in Port?

The transformers for the supercapacitor system are to be in accordance with 4-8-3/7 of the Marine Vessel Rules. Unless instructed otherwise by the flag Administration, the supercapacitor system may be used during lay time in port for supplying power to the vessel standalone or with other onboard power sources.