Improved PCM melting in a thermal energy storage system of double-pipe helical-coil tube
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2019.112238
Abstract: Abstract This study proposes the use of a double-pipe helical-coiled tube as an innovative well-performing phase change material (PCM) containment design for latent heat thermal energy storage (LHTES) systems. A 3D numerical model considering the… read more here.
Keywords: tube; helical coil; double pipe; pcm melting ... See more keywords
Natural convection improvement of PCM melting in partition latent heat energy storage: Numerical study with experimental validation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.icheatmasstransfer.2021.105463
Abstract: Abstract This study examines an innovative design to enhance the natural convection in a rectangular latent heat energy storage unit (LHSU). The new design divides the rectangular plane into different small partitions (1, 2, 4,… read more here.
Keywords: pcm melting; heat; pcm; natural convection ... See more keywords
New model for PCM melting and solidification processes simulation
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DOI: 10.1088/1402-4896/ac237e
Abstract: The numerical instabilities associated with solidification and melting processes are mainly due to the transient temperature field in liquid and solid phases and characteristics of the front phase. To prevent these instabilities, a new model… read more here.
Keywords: new model; solidification; model; pcm melting ... See more keywords
Annual Thermal Management of the Photovoltaic Module to Enhance Electrical Power and Efficiency Using Heat Batteries
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DOI: 10.3390/en16104049
Abstract: Several studies state that phase change material (PCM) improves the electrical power and efficiency of the photovoltaic (PV) module. To find the suitable PCM for tropical climatic conditions, multi-PCMs are examined simultaneously with melting temperatures… read more here.
Keywords: pcm melting; power efficiency; temperature; electrical power ... See more keywords