reviewChemical ReviewsMar 22, 2023Closed access

Phase Change Thermal Storage Materials for Interdisciplinary Applications

University of Science and Technology Beijing · Beijing Normal University · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Functional phase change materials (PCMs) capable of reversibly storing and releasing tremendous thermal energy during the isothermal phase change process have recently received tremendous attention in interdisciplinary applications. The smart integration of PCMs with functional supporting materials enables multiple cutting-edge interdisciplinary applications, including optical, electrical, magnetic, acoustic, medical, mechanical, and catalytic disciplines etc. Herein, we systematically discuss thermal storage mechanism, thermal transfer mechanism, and energy conversion mechanism, and summarize the state-of-the-art advances in interdisciplinary applications of PCMs. In particular, the applications of PCMs in…

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Keywords
  • Phase change
  • Nanotechnology
  • Constructive
  • Mechanism (biology)
  • Process (computing)
  • Energy storage
  • Energy transfer
  • Systems engineering
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Affordable and clean energy
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