Impact of using Smart Batteries on Improving Efficiency Of Storage Renewable Energy Systems

Abstract

The rise of the smart era has turbocharged the growth of connected devices—and with it, the demand for better power sources. Lithium-ion batteries are widely used today, but their performance and flexibility are still constrained by inherent material limits and the complexity of new technologies. As we move deeper into Industry 4.0, driven by information technology and AI, disruptive materials and methods are opening the door to new batteries with stronger electrochemical performance and greater reliability. Just as important, “intelligence” is increasingly being built into how batteries are designed and managed.

This review clarifies what we mean by “smart batteries,” proposes a three-generation typology based on intelligence and functionality, and lay out how they work and where they can be applied. We also offer practical recommendations to address real-world development challenges and support the long-term sustainability of battery technologies.