Technology scan
15storage types profiled
Cast a wide net
We profiled options from lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells to flywheels and hybrid systems.
Case Study · Technology Landscape
Storing megawatts for the next warship.
A leading defense contractor wanted to design an energy magazine for a new naval destroyer program. We assessed commercial energy storage options against key metrics and recommended the most relevant components.
The Client
The client is a leading multinational defense contractor focused on maritime applications. It wanted the insights needed to build a winning bid for a multiyear naval program.
The Challenge
Megawatts at sea.
Pick the right storage.
Prescouter was asked to identify commercial energy storage options that deliver 2 to 4 MW from two 2 MW modules at high power and energy density, and to name their leading suppliers.
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Power
2 to 4 MW
From two 2 MW modules.
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Density
High power and energy
Compact enough for a ship.
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Scale
500 kW and up
Scalable for localized uses.
Our Approach
Scoring storage options against mission metrics.
Metric scoring
2-4 MWpower target assessed
Measure what matters
We assessed each technology against key metrics to qualify it for the energy magazine concept.
Supplier mapping
Leadingsuppliers identified
Find the makers
We identified the leading commercial suppliers of each storage technology available today.
The Outcome
Three options to power the bid.
Prescouter identified and profiled 15 energy storage types, ranging from lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells to flywheels and hybrid systems. We prioritized them and recommended the top 3 options for the client to carry forward into design.
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Profiles
15 storage types
Batteries, fuel cells, flywheels, hybrids.
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Priorities
Top 3 options
Recommended for the energy magazine.
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Next
Design and suppliers
A base for the stages ahead.
Long defense programs are won one stage at a time. Getting the technology choice right early sets up every step that follows.
Let’s Talk
What will power your next platform?
Let’s assess the technologies your next program depends on. Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll help you get there.
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