Inorganic composite phase change energy storage materials

Are inorganic salt based composite phase change materials suitable for thermal energy storage?

Conclusions and outlook In this review, the key research progresses on the inorganic salt based composite phase change materials that suitable for medium and high temperature thermal energy storage applications have been reviewed.

What is phase change material (PCM) thermal energy storage?

Phase change material (PCM) thermal energy storage (TES) technology is a sustainable energy savings option that is especially lucrative in building energy management. PCM (s) can be applied directly for free cooling to reduce the building energy requirement for air conditioning.

Can inorganic salts be used as phase change materials?

Inorganic salts are promising and effective candidates used as phase change materials (PCMs) for medium and high temperature thermal energy storage applications, owning to their suitable melting temperature range, favourable energy storage density and high thermal stability.

Can nanocomposite-PCM be used in thermal energy storage?

The study produced, a practically usable nanocomposite-PCM from an inorganic phase change material sp26 by adding, disodium hydrogen phosphate, and graphene nanoplatelets. The prepared PCM composite is for use in thermal energy storage for indoor temperature control applications to reduce the air conditioning energy demand.

Are inorganic phase change materials suitable for building integration?

Summary and conclusions In this review work, inorganic phase change materials (iPCMs) have been discussed with their properties and key performance indicators for building integration. The selection of these iPCMs mainly depends on thermophysical properties, mechanical properties soundness during phase transition and compatibility.

How can phase change materials help a low carbon/green campaign?

Reutilization of thermal energy according to building demands constitutes an important step in a low carbon/green campaign. Phase change materials (PCMs) can address these problems related to the energy and environment through thermal energy storage (TES), where they can considerably enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.