Modeling of PCM-based enhanced latent heat storage systems using a phase-field-porous media approach
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DOI: 10.1007/s00161-019-00764-4
Abstract: This paper introduces a numerical study of latent heat storage systems, based on phase-change materials (PCMs) with various heat transfer enhancement techniques. In this, three alternative systems are considered: (1) a PCM-saturated open-celled metallic foam,… read more here.
Keywords: heat; latent heat; heat storage; storage ... See more keywords
Reversible formation of alcohol solvates and their potential use for heat storage
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DOI: 10.1007/s10973-019-08090-2
Abstract: In this study, CaCl2- and MgCl2–alcohol solvates of different stoichiometric quantities of ethyl alcohol (EtOH) and methyl alcohol (MeOH) were synthesized and characterized via coupled thermogravimetric–differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric–mass spectrometric evolved gas analysis (TG-MS), spectroscopic… read more here.
Keywords: heat storage; formation; alcohol; alcohol solvates ... See more keywords
Design, fabrication and performance assessment of a solar cooker with optimum composition of heat storage materials
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-11024-3
Abstract: Solar energy as an inexhaustible source of energy has been the primary interest of many researchers for the last four to five decades due to its wide applications such as domestic cooking systems. The current… read more here.
Keywords: heat storage; solar cooker; performance; cooker ... See more keywords
A New Hybrid System Design for Thermal Energy Storage
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DOI: 10.1007/s11630-020-1292-4
Abstract: Due to some serious environmental problems like global warming and greenhouse effect, studies on solar energy systems are being conducted all over the world. The studies conducted in recent years are on hybrid designs in… read more here.
Keywords: storage unit; heat storage; system; energy ... See more keywords
Assessment of adsorbate density models for numerical simulations of zeolite-based heat storage applications
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.10.126
Abstract: The study of water sorption in microporous materials is of increasing interest, particularly in the context of heat storage applications. The potential-theory of micropore volume filling pioneered by Polanyi and Dubinin is a useful tool… read more here.
Keywords: heat; heat storage; adsorbate density; storage applications ... See more keywords
Liquid sorption heat storage – A proof of concept based on lab measurements with a novel spiral fined heat and mass exchanger design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.05.056
Abstract: This paper presents a practical study towards the development of a heat and mass exchanger fitting to liquid absorption heat storage for building application. Results of a lab scale setup are shown. To reach high… read more here.
Keywords: heat storage; exchanger; heat; heat mass ... See more keywords
Enhancing the thermal response of a latent heat storage system for suppressing temperature fluctuation of dusty flue gas
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.114870
Abstract: Abstract A latent heat thermal system suitable for high dusty flue gas environment is essential to regulate gas temperature fluctuation and improve dust removal efficiency. In the current study, an integrated thermal storage-transfer structure with… read more here.
Keywords: temperature; heat storage; system; latent heat ... See more keywords
High capacity, low pressure hydrogen storage based on magnesium hydride and thermochemical heat storage: Experimental proof of concept
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115226
Abstract: Abstract With hydrogen becoming more and more important as energy carrier, there is a need for high capacity storage technologies preferably operating at low pressures. Chemical storage in metal hydrides is promising for that purpose,… read more here.
Keywords: storage; hydrogen storage; heat storage; capacity ... See more keywords
Numerical thermal performance investigation of a latent heat storage prototype toward effective use in residential heating systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115631
Abstract: Abstract Latent heat thermal energy storage has been receiving increasing interests in residential heating applications. In this paper, a numerical heat transfer model was built with finite element method for a cylindrically encapsulated latent heat… read more here.
Keywords: storage; heat storage; residential heating; performance ... See more keywords
Coupling strategy of multi-module high temperature solid sensible heat storage system for large scale application
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115665
Abstract: Abstract In the present study, a comprehensive coupling strategy is developed to evaluate the performance of multi-module sensible heat storage system using a 1-D dynamic model. The experimentally validated 1-D dynamic model developed by authors… read more here.
Keywords: storage; heat storage; sensible heat; storage system ... See more keywords
Closed-cell, phase change material-encapsulated, emulsion-templated monoliths for latent heat storage: Flexibility and rapid preparation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apmt.2020.100831
Abstract: Abstract While phase change material (PCM)-encapsulated polyHIPE monoliths are advantageous for latent heat storage, brittleness and time-consuming preparation hinder their wide application. Herein, we report the rapid fabrication of closed-cell, flexible monoliths through emulsion templating… read more here.
Keywords: heat; latent heat; heat storage; flexibility ... See more keywords