Phase-change VO2-based thermochromic smart windows
City University of Hong Kong · Hefei University of Technology
Abstract
Abstract Thermochromic coatings hold promise in reducing building energy consumption by dynamically regulating the heat gain of windows, which are often regarded as less energy-efficient components, across different seasons. Vanadium dioxide (VO 2 ) stands out as a versatile thermochromic material for smart windows owing to its reversible metal-to-insulator transition (MIT) alongside correlated structural and optical properties. In this review, we delve into recent advancements in the phase-change VO 2 -based thermochromic coatings for smart windows, spanning from the macroscopic crystal level to the microscopic structural level (including elemental doping and micro/nano-engineering), as well as advances in…
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- 100%
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6Topics & keywords
- Thermochromism
- Phase change
- Computer science
- Materials science
- Optics
- Engineering physics
- Engineering
- Physics