Experimental Investigation of Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage

Jaymin Pareshkumar Shah

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.40297

Experimental Investigation of Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage

Author(s)	Jaymin Pareshkumar Shah
Country	India
Abstract	This research paper reports an experimental analysis of phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage, emphasizing their thermal efficiency, material choice, and feasibility for energy efficiency systems. With this call for sustainable energy solutions growing, PCMs are coming up as a developing technique to boost energy storage, particularly in construction and industrial processes. With this study, a review of different PCM compositions is tested; organic, inorganic, and eutectic mixtures are displayed to determine their thermal properties, melting temperature, latent heat, and thermal conductivity. The experimental system was based on controlled heating/cooling cycles to test the thermal behavior of model PCMs under the actual working situations. The experimental results showed a considerable difference in thermal performance when different types of PCM were employed. Organic PCMs, e.g., paraffin wax, showed high thermal stability and latent heat, thus useful for recorded temperature applications. On the other hand, inorganic PCMs had annually higher thermal conductivity but were possible to phase separation, which can affect their long-term performance. Eutectic mixtures were also investigated; they show promise in scenarios that need a wider band gap temperature and better temperature management. It also assessed the effect of encapsulation techniques on the performance and durability of PCMs, emphasizing the significant importance of material selection to enhance thermal energy storage systems. This research is another puzzle of opportunity for all those related to PCMs under study. As mentioned, this is a review for all those researching thermal energy storage technologies. The results suggest that a suitable material must be chosen depending on the application requirement, especially the temperature range, thermal stability, and economical cost. This research intends to improve the use of PCMs in energy systems, increasing energy efficiency, minimizing dependence on fossil energy, and encouraging the deployment of renewable energy sources. The results of this work offer crucial information for researchers and engineers related to the topic, helping create a highly efficient and sustainable thermal energy storage for the period.
Field	Engineering
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 4, July-August 2023
Published On	2023-07-06
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i04.40297
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g898qr

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