Top journals of phase change energy storage

Are phase change materials suitable for thermal energy storage?

Phase change materials (PCMs) having a large latent heat during solid-liquid phase transition are promising for thermal energy storage applications. However, the relatively low thermal conductivity of the majority of promising PCMs (<10 W/ (m ⋅ K)) limits the power density and overall storage efficiency.

Can phase change materials reduce energy concerns?

Abstract Phase change materials (PCMs) can alleviate concerns over energy to some extent by reversibly storing a tremendous amount of renewable and sustainable thermal energy. However, the low ther...

How much research has been done on phase change materials?

A thorough literature survey on the phase change materials for TES using Web of Science led to more than 4300 research publications on the fundamental science/chemistry of the materials, components, systems, applications, developments and so on, during the past 25 years.

Are graphene-aerogel-based phase change composites suitable for thermal storage applications?

The improved thermal conductivity and phase change enthalpy (which corresponds to energy density) are the two important parameters that make the graphene-aerogel-based phase change composites an attractive materials for thermal storage applications.

How do phase change composites convert solar energy into thermal energy?

Traditional phase change composites for photo-thermal conversion absorb solar energy and transform it into thermal energy at the top layers. The middle and bottom layers are heated by long-distance thermal diffusion.

What are the selection criteria for thermal energy storage applications?

In particular, the melting point, thermal energy storage density and thermal conductivity of the organic, inorganic and eutectic phase change materials are the major selection criteria for various thermal energy storage applications with a wider operating temperature range.