Sankarshan D.

Researcher and consultant specializing in the integration of advanced energy storage systems in maritime applications. PhD researcher at TU Delft with multiple Q1 journal publications on the techno-economic feasibility, sizing, and operational strategies of batteries in ships. Professional experience includes developing workflows for hybrid power system design at Alewijnse B.V., preparing multimillion-euro project proposals for shipowners, and collaborating with battery suppliers and system integrators on practical implementations. Founder of Energised:X, a consultancy and software platform delivering optimization models, feasibility studies, and decision-support tools for sustainable maritime energy systems. Work bridges academic research, applied engineering, and industry consulting to provide technically sound and commercially viable solutions. Top Skills & Experiences: Maritime Energy Systems: Expertise in hybrid powertrain design, integration of batteries, and energy management strategies for vessels. Techno-Economic Modeling: Development of optimization models and feasibility studies to balance cost, performance, and operational constraints. Energy Storage Sizing: Advanced knowledge of battery selection, degradation modeling, and capacity planning for large-scale maritime projects. Industry Collaboration: Experience working with shipowners, battery manufacturers, and system integrators to design and implement solutions. Proposal Development: Track record of preparing winning project bids worth up to €2M through technical and economic assessments. Software & Decision Tools: Founder of Energised:X, delivering advisory services and software that allow stakeholders to simulate and optimize energy system configurations. Academic Contributions: Multiple publications in leading Q1 journals, contributing new methods for integrating batteries with ship energy systems.