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Nano Enhanced Phase Change Materials

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The book chapter focuses on the complexities of Phase Change Materials (PCMs), an emerging solution to thermal energy storage problems, with a special emphasis on nanoparticle-enhanced PCMs (NePCM). The first sections provide a full introduction to PCMs, their distinctive characteristics, and classification, followed by a critical evaluation of these materials’ selection criteria. The chapter then dives into novel ways for improving the thermal performance of PCMs, such as the use of pin–fin heat sinks, metallic foams, and nanoparticles. The preparation of NePCM, an important segment in the context of PCM applications, is investigated using single-step and two-step approaches. Finally, the chapter shows a variety of NePCM applications, from solar thermal systems to lithium batteries and building comforts, providing a thorough grasp of their use. The final sections summarize the significance and potential of PCMs and NePCMs in the context of sustainable energy storage and utilization.

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Zahid, I., Farooq, M., Farhan, M. (2023). Phase Change Materials (PCMs). In: Said, Z., Pandey, A.K. (eds) Nano Enhanced Phase Change Materials. Materials Horizons: From Nature to Nanomaterials. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5475-9_2

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