Solid-liquid phase change materials (PCMs) are the focus of research in the field of thermal energy storage due to their high energy storage density, negligible changes in
As evident from the literature, development of phase change materials is one of the most active research fields for thermal energy storage with higher efficiency. This review
Abstract Latent heat energy storage is among the highly effective and dependable methods for lowering one''s energy usage. This method involves employing phase
INTRODUCTION Solid-liquid phase change materials (PCMs) have been studied for decades, with application to thermal management and energy storage due to the large latent heat with a
Thermal energy storage (TES) systems, particularly those utilizing phase change materials (PCMs), play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of
Phase change materials (PCM) are deemed to be a great option for thermal energy storage (TES) with high energy density, but the low thermal conductivity of numerous
Phase change cold energy storage materials with approximately constant phase transition temperature and high phase change latent heat have been initially used in the field of cold
Phase change energy storage utilizes materials that alter their state, such as from solid to liquid or liquid to gas, to store and release energy
Phase change materials (PCMs) are used in the field of thermal management because of their ability to absorb and release thermal energy through latent heat. However, the
Conventional phase change materials struggle with long-duration thermal energy storage and controllable latent heat release. In a recent issue of Angewandte Chemie, Chen et
Based on the importance of phase change energy storage materials in the energy field and the key role of their thermal conductivity parameters. This paper reviews the research
This paper reviews previous work on latent heat storage and provides an insight to recent efforts to develop new classes of phase change materials (PCMs) for use in energy
Among different techniques for the storage and release of energy, phase change materials hold great promise to satisfy the growing needs of smart thermal energy
The distinctive thermal energy storage attributes inherent in phase change materials (PCMs) facilitate the reversible accumulation and discharge of significant thermal
Phase Change Materials in Thermal Energy Storage: A Comprehensive Review of Properties, Advances, and Challenges Published in: 2025 International Conference on Sustainable Energy
Phase change materials (PCMs) represent a pivotal class of substances that store and release thermal energy through reversible transitions between solid and liquid states.
However, its intermittent nature and dependence on weather conditions hinder consistent and efficient utilization. To address these limitations, nanoparticle-enhanced phase
The studies of solid–solid phase change materials with no leakage and good energy storage capability are very promising. This study developed a novel composite
Abstract Phase change materials (PCMs) store and release energy in the phase change processes. In recent years, PCMs have gained increasing attention due to their excellent
Phase change materials (PCMs) are effective carriers for thermal energy storage and conversion, which is one of the most practical media for improving energy efficiency.
Phase change energy storage refers to a technology that utilizes the melting and solidifying of materials to store and release thermal energy. 1. This technology operates by
Abstract Infiltrating phase change materials (PCMs) into nanoporous metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) is accepted as a cutting-edge
The research on phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage systems has been gaining momentum in a quest to identify better materials with low-cost, ease
In the face of rising global energy demand, phase change materials (PCMs) have become a research hotspot in recent years due to their good thermal energy storage
Energy storage technologies, which are based on natural principles and developed via rigorous academic study, are essential for sustainable energy sol
This paper systematically reviews the latest research progress in phase change thermal energy storage from three perspectives: the characteristics and thermal property
Over-exploitation of fossil-based energy sources is majorly responsible for greenhouse gas emissions which causes global warming and climate change. T
The materials engineering strategy invented in this work can be used to manipulate electron conduction in those H δ− -containing compounds for pure hydride ion conduction, and thus,
Harnessing the potential of phase change materials can revolutionise thermal energy storage, addressing the discrepancy between energy generation and consumption.
The long-term stability, phase segregation and supercooling were analysed. Thermal energy storage (TES) using phase change materials (PCM) have become promising
PCESMs are materials that can absorb or release a sizable amount of energy during a phase change, as from a solid to a liquid. Thermal comfort, energy consumption, and
The involvement of phase change materials (PCMs) in thermal energy storage (TES) and thermal energy conversion (TEC) systems is drastically growing day by day. The
As evident from the literature, development of phase change materials is one of the most active research fields for thermal energy storage with higher efficiency. This review focuses on the application of various phase change materials based on their thermophysical properties.
Materials with phase changes effectively store energy. Solar energy is used for air-conditioning and cooking, among other things. Latent energy storage is dependent on the storage medium’s phase transition. Acetate of metal or nonmetal, melting point 150–500°C, is used as a storage medium.
1. Introduction Dynamic phase change materials (DFMs) play an important role in innovative energy storage systems. With the increasing importance of sustainable energy solutions, evaluating the long-term thermal and mechanical performance of these materials has become a major necessity.
1. Introduction Phase change energy storage materials (PCESM) refer to compounds capable of efficiently storing and releasing a substantial quantity of thermal energy during the phase transition process.
To meet the demands of the global energy transition, photothermal phase change energy storage materials have emerged as an innovative solution. These materials, utilizing various photothermal conversion carriers, can passively store energy and respond to changes in light exposure, thereby enhancing the efficiency of energy systems.
The application of energy storage with phase change is not limited to solar energy heating and cooling but has also been considered in other applications as discussed in the following sections. 4.1. Indirect contact latent heat storage of solar energy
