I. Introduction
In recent years, there has been a growing demand for renewable energy sources due to concerns over climate change and the depletion of non-renewable resources. While renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power offer significant benefits over traditional sources, their intermittent nature poses a challenge for grid stability. Energy storage is therefore crucial to store excess energy generated during peak hours and discharge it when needed. Traditional thermal energy storage (TES) technologies, such as molten salt, have been widely used for energy storage. However, these systems are expensive, have limited lifetimes, and are made from materials that are not environmentally friendly. There is a need for innovative and cost-effective solutions for energy storage that can be deployed on a large scale.