This review paper explores the integration of phase change materials (PCMs) in building insulation systems to enhance energy efficiency and thermal comfort. Through an extensive analysis of existing literature, the thermal performance of PCM-enhanced building envelopes is evaluated under diverse environmental conditions. This review highlights ...
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.
PCM and thermal insulation work together to lower the building’s energy use, which smooths out temperature fluctuations . A total of 109 peer-reviewed journal articles on phase change materials (PCMs) and their integration with energy-saving technologies were reviewed.
Large volumes or high pressures are required for thermal storage of materials in the gas phase, making the system complex and impracticable. As a result, the sole phase change used for heat storage is the solid–liquid phase change . The characteristics of solid–solid and solid–liquid PCMs is shown in Table 1.
Phase change materials are substances that are able to absorb and store large amounts of thermal energy. The mechanism of PCMs for energy storage relies on the increased energy need of some materials to undergo phase transition.
The performance of phase change materials (PCMs) in buildings is influenced by several key parameters. Understanding these parameters is crucial for optimizing the use of PCMs for thermal energy storage and enhancing energy efficiency in building applications.
This review paper explores the integration of phase change materials (PCMs) in building insulation systems to enhance energy efficiency and thermal comfort. Through an extensive analysis of existing literature, the thermal performance of PCM-enhanced building envelopes is evaluated under diverse environmental conditions.
This review paper explores the integration of phase change materials (PCMs) in building insulation systems to enhance energy efficiency and thermal comfort. Through an extensive analysis of existing literature, the thermal performance of PCM-enhanced building envelopes is evaluated under diverse environmental conditions. This review highlights ...
If the material melts at, say, 76°F and the homeowner keeps the thermostat set at 72°F, there''s no benefit because the material never gets the chance to go through a phase change. In fact, an article that Bianchi helped …
Phase change material (PCM)-based thermal energy storage significantly affects emerging applications, with recent advancements in enhancing heat capacity and cooling power. This perspective by Yang et al. …
Thermal energy storage (TES) is a promising and sustainable method for decreasing the energy consumptions in the building sector. Systems of TES using phase change materials (PCMs) find numerous applications for …
Phase change material (PCM)-based thermal energy storage significantly affects emerging applications, with recent advancements in enhancing heat capacity and cooling power. This perspective by Yang et al. discusses PCM thermal energy storage progress, outlines research challenges and new opportunities, and proposes a roadmap for the research ...
Abstract A unique substance or material that releases or absorbs enough energy during a phase shift is known as a phase change material (PCM). Usually, one of the first two fundamental states of matter—solid or liquid—will change into the other. Phase change materials for thermal energy storage (TES) have excellent capability for providing thermal …
This work discusses the applicability of lightweight aggregate-encapsulated n-octadecane with 1.0 wt.% of Cu nanoparticles, for enhanced thermal comfort in buildings by providing thermal energy storage functionality …
In a recent issue of Angewandte Chemie, Chen et al. proposed a new concept of spatiotemporal phase change materials with high supercooling to realize long-duration storage and intelligent release of latent heat, inspiring the design of advanced solar thermal fuels.
Phase change materials (PCMs) having a large latent heat during solid-liquid phase transition are promising for thermal energy storage applications. However, the relatively …
Combined phase change material (PCM) and thermal insulation is a crucial practical opportunity to improve thermal inertia and resistance for energy-effective and nearly-zero energy buildings. To this aim, the current paper quantitatively investigated the role of traditional expanded polystyrene (EPS) thermal insulation of different thicknesses to improve the thermal …
Phase change materials for thermal energy storage (TES) have excellent capability for providing thermal comfort in building''s occupant by decreasing heating and …
Phase change materials (PCMs) have shown high potential for latent thermal energy storage (LTES) through their integration in building materials, with the aim of …
Phase change materials (PCMs) are effective energy storage application, which can be combined with aerogels to improve heat conversion rate in building insulation materials. A low-cost microencapsulated PCMs (MEPCM) composited Al2O3–SiO2 aerogels (MEPCM/ASA) have been successfully prepared by in situ sol–gel method following by ambient pressure …
Among the numerous methods of thermal energy storage (TES), latent heat TES technology based on phase change materials has gained renewed attention in recent years owing to its high thermal storage capacity, operational simplicity, and …
In this work, we firstly proposed a facile one-step method to devise and prepare macropore PCMs (MPCMs) capable of remarkable mechanical performance and thermal insulation function.
Phase change materials for thermal energy storage (TES) have excellent capability for providing thermal comfort in building''s occupant by decreasing heating and cooling energy demands. Because of its latent heat property, a PCM has a high energy density.
Climate change and energy issues represent significant global challenges, making advancements in efficient energy utilization and storage technologies increasingly urgent (Ali et al., 2024).Phase change materials (PCMs) are notable for their substantial latent heat storage capacity and their capacity to absorb and release thermal energy at a stable temperature.
This review paper explores the integration of phase change materials (PCMs) in building insulation systems to enhance energy efficiency and thermal comfort. Through an extensive analysis of existing literature, the thermal performance of PCM-enhanced building envelopes is evaluated under diverse environmental conditions. This review highlights that …
Phase change materials (PCMs) have attracted tremendous attention in the field of thermal energy storage owing to the large energy storage density when going through the isothermal phase transition process, and the functional PCMs have been deeply explored for the applications of solar/electro-thermal energy storage, waste heat storage and utilization, …
One promising solution lies in innovative phase change materials (PCMs) for modern building insulation. These advanced materials offer unique thermal properties that can significantly enhance the energy performance of structures, making them more sustainable and cost-effective. Types of Phase Change Materials. Phase change materials are ...
Thermal energy storage (TES) is a promising and sustainable method for decreasing the energy consumptions in the building sector. Systems of TES using phase change materials (PCMs) find numerous applications for providing and maintaining a comfortable environment of the building envelope, without consumption of electrical energy or fuel [5].
In this work, we firstly proposed a facile one-step method to devise and prepare macropore PCMs (MPCMs) capable of remarkable mechanical performance and thermal …
Among the numerous methods of thermal energy storage (TES), latent heat TES technology based on phase change materials has gained renewed attention in recent years owing to its high thermal storage capacity, …
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. Developing pure or composite PCMs with ...
Phase-change materials (PCMs) are environmentally-friendly materials with the function of latent heat energy-storage. PCMs undergo phase transition over a narrow temperature range and it stores and releases a substantial amount of heat energy during the phase transition process ( Al-Yasiri and Szabo, 2022 ; Struhala and Ostrý, 2022 ; Al-Yasiri ...
In a recent issue of Angewandte Chemie, Chen et al. proposed a new concept of spatiotemporal phase change materials with high supercooling to realize long-duration storage …
Phase change materials (PCMs) have shown high potential for latent thermal energy storage (LTES) through their integration in building materials, with the aim of enhancing the efficient use of energy. Although research on PCMs began decades ago, this technology is still far from being widespread.
Energy security and environmental concerns are driving a lot of research projects to improve energy efficiency, make the energy infrastructure less stressed, and cut carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. One research goal is to increase the effectiveness of building heating applications using cutting-edge technologies like solar collectors and heat pumps. …
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