Battery
The battery is the fundamental element of an electrical energy storage system.
Battery management system (BMS)
The Battery Management System (BMS) ensures and keeps track of the internal performance of the battery cells, system parameters, and potential hazards. The BMS data is internally collected and used to monitor and maintain an optimum level of charge without over changing the battery, helping to prolong the lifecycle of the system.
Power conversion/conditioning system (PCS)
The power conversion system is designed to convert the direct current produced by batteries, or the battery system, into alternating current that can be used for power consumption on the grid. During off-peak time, the PCS takes the energy from the grid to store in the BESS. In essence, the PCS's main function is to convert the power between the energy storage system and the grid, and vice versa. It accomplishes that by offering a bi-directional flow from DC-AC and AC-DC. See how our ABB OEM products flourish here: Download BESS brochure
The battery energy storage system illustration below consists of batteries, a battery management system, an inverter, controls, and a transformer.