Hybrid energy storage module for large-scale ship pulsed power

This discusses rotating machinery and system options for large scale Hybrid Energy Storage Modules (HESM) which are applicable to several naval ship platforms. The technology encompasses both medium voltage AC and medium voltage DC ship distribution systems up to 20 kVDC with equal emphasis. The basic configuration uses a combination of high-density battery storage combined with high speed compact rotating machinery/inertial storage to serve a wide range of pulsed power loads ranging from 600 kW to 30 MW. One example configuration is shown for a surface combatant with a MVAC power distribution whereby HESM also supports the radar system.