This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the use of solidliquid phase change materials to store significant amounts of energy in the latent heat of fusion. The proper selection of materials for different applications is covered in detail, as is the use of high conductivity additives to enhance thermal diffusivity. Dr. Fleischer explores how applications of PCMS have expanded over the past 10 years to include the development of high efficiency building materials to reduce heating and cooling needs, smart material design for clothing, portable electronic systems thermal management, solar thermal power plant design and many others. Additional future research directions and challenges are also discussed.

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of energy storage using phase change materials Stands as the only book or reference source on solid-liquid phase change materials on the market Discusses applications of PCMS being implemented across the engineering spectrum, from building design and construction to textile development to portable electronics Presents both the entry level technical basics and a comprehensive treatment of the state of the art PCM research development Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the use of solid liquid phase change materials to store significant amounts of energy in the latent heat of fusion. The proper selection of materials for different applications is covered in detail, as is the use of high conductivity additives to enhance thermal diffusivity. Dr. Fleischer explores how applications of PCMS have expanded over the past 10 years to include the development of high efficiency building materials to reduce heating and cooling needs, smart material design for clothing, portable electronic systems thermal management, solar thermal power plant design and many others. Additional future research directions and challenges are also discussed.

Inhalt
Introduction to Phase Change Materials.- Energy Storage Applications.- Types of PCMs and Their Selection.- PCM Design Issues.- Fundamental thermal Analysis.- Future Directions.