Phase Change Materials Research
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This cluster of papers focuses on the use of phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage, particularly in building applications. It covers a wide range of topics including heat transfer analysis, high temperature storage, solar energy applications, thermal conductivity enhancement, and microencapsulated PCMs. The research aims to improve energy efficiency and explore innovative ways to store and utilize thermal energy.
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phase change materials; thermal energy storage; latent heat storage; latent heat; thermal conductivity enhancement; composite phase change materials; shape-stabilized phase change materials; solar thermal energy storage; microencapsulated phase change materials; thermal cycling stability; sensible heat storage; ice storage; expanded graphite; enthalpy-porosity method; melting time; melting and solidification; heat storage capacity; n-octadecane; organic phase change materials; melting rate; high-temperature thermal energy storage; Stefan number; shape stability; charging and discharging; salt hydrates
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Morton address: 36240456241808113 · morton4x16-v1
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