Review
Energy & Fuels
Yongliang Shen, Abdur Rehman Mazhar, Shuli Liu
Summary: This study reviewed literature on cascaded latent heat storage (CLHS) technology to analyze the research progress, challenges, and future directions. The results showed that the thermal advantages of CLHS can be further enhanced by optimizing the structure of the heat storage unit and the physical properties of the phase change material (PCM). The main challenges of this technology are the selection, development, and distribution of PCMs. Future research should focus on developing more accurate intelligent optimization algorithms and dynamic models, as well as studying practical applications in low-temperature thermal energy storage and cold storage.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Muhammad Shahid Shafiq, Muhammad Mahabat Khan, Muhammad Irfan
Summary: The study investigates the impact of various fin designs on the performance of a thermal energy storage unit. Different fin angles, shapes, and lengths can significantly affect the melting rate and energy storage efficiency of the phase change material. Optimal fin configurations can greatly enhance the overall performance of the system.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Saeed Nekoonam, Roghayeh Ghasempour
Summary: The study analyzed the performance of a slab plate heat exchanger under winter conditions through numerical modeling and validation with experimental data. The optimization effect of multiple phase change materials and variable thickness plate combinations were investigated.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
E. Hamidi, P. B. Ganesan, R. K. Sharma, K. W. Yong
Summary: Phase change materials (PCMs) in thermal energy storage can improve energy efficiency and sustainability, making them a potential solution to energy and environmental problems. Numerical simulations and experimental research contribute significantly to the development of PCM applications. The inclusion of metal foams with high thermal conductivity and a solid structure is preferred to enhance the thermal conductivity of PCMs.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Rohitash Kumar, Anju Nirwan, Bobin Mondal, Ravindra Kumar, Ambesh Dixit
Summary: By incorporating thermally expanded graphite into pentadecane, the thermal conductivity can be enhanced and the charging/discharging time can be reduced, making it a suitable phase change material for low-temperature thermal energy storage systems.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Weiyi Liu, Yu Bie, Tao Xu, Andrzej Cichon, Grzegorz Krolczyk, Zhixiong Li
Summary: This paper summarizes the PCMs used in solar thermal utilization and their thermal physical parameters at different operating temperature ranges. It also introduces the thermal performance evaluation index of LHETS and reviews several methods for improving its performance. Additionally, the paper proposes some deeper problems and recommendations for future research.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Wei Li, Yuli Zhang, Xu Zhang, Jun Zhao
Summary: This paper explores the use of multiple phase change materials to improve the performance of heat storage systems. The research involves the design of a heat storage device with multiple PCMs and the introduction of two parameters, latent heat utilization and heat transfer effectiveness, to evaluate its performance. The study finds that the inlet velocity and temperature of the heat transfer fluid have a significant impact on latent heat utilization, while increasing the thermal conductivity of PCM can greatly improve it. Additionally, multiple PCMs with a suitable melting temperature difference can enhance both latent heat utilization and heat transfer effectiveness.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Thanh Phuong Nguyen, Zaher Ramadan, Sung Joo Hong, Chan Woo Park
Summary: This study numerically simulated and analyzed the thermal performance of rectangular graphite-finned latent heat storage, considering the effects of fin material, fin thickness, inlet heat transfer fluid temperature, and water flow rate. The results showed that the inlet water temperature had a significant effect on the thermal response, and graphite fins could be an alternative to conventional copper fins. Increasing the fin thickness could enhance the heat transfer rate and reduce the melting time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiangwei Liu, Zunpeng Liu, Changda Nie
Summary: This paper proposes the circumferential arrangement of multiple PCMs in a finned concentric tube thermal energy storage system to improve phase transition uniformity. Numerical studies show that using multiple PCMs can shorten the melting-solidification time, with the optimal case saving 14.7% compared to using a single PCM.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Akashdeep Singh Virk, Chanwoo Park
Summary: By periodically reversing the flow direction of the heat transfer fluid, the thermal performance of shell and tube LTESS systems can be enhanced, reducing temperature gradients and differences across the phase change material and lowering average and maximum temperatures. Adjusting the heat transfer parameters of the HTF, thermophysical properties of the PCM, and the design of the PCM container are crucial for the relative thermal efficiency of LTESS systems with reciprocating flow.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Nidhal Ben Khedher, Jasim M. Mahdi, Anmar Dulaimi, Ilia Shojaeinasab Chatroudi, Mohammadreza Ebrahimnataj Tiji, Raed Khalid Ibrahem, A. Yvaz, Pouyan Talebizadehsardari
Summary: Phase-change materials (PCMs) have the potential to address the mismatch between energy supply and demand due to their energy savings, uniform operating temperature, and low cost. This study demonstrates the advantage of using arc-shaped fins as thermal enhancers to improve the thermal functionality of PCM in a storage system. Parametric studies show that modifying the dimensions and angles of the fin configuration can further enhance the heat storage rate.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Ying-Guang Liu, Jiu-Yi Zhang, Hui-Jun Li, Qing-Yuan Ji, Qian Zhou
Summary: A new three-dimensional PBTST model with three-stage phase change material (PCM) and three-layered diameter capsules was proposed and its thermal energy storage behavior and thermal stratification performance were studied. The results showed that using cascaded three-layered diameter capsules can improve the charging efficiency and stratification properties of the tank.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Dongwei Zhang, Fan Zhang, Songzhen Tang, Chaxiu Guo, Xiang Qin
Summary: The study proposed a compound enhancement approach, multiple PCMs - uneven fins combination, to improve thermal storage rate. Numerical simulations demonstrated that this approach can reduce charging time and increase thermal storage capacity efficiently.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Alireza Khademi, Kyle Shank, Seyed Ali Abtahi Mehrjardi, Saeed Tiari, Giancarlo Sorrentino, Zafar Said, Ali J. Chamkha, Svetlana Ushak
Summary: Thermal energy storage by phase change materials has many applications, but their low thermal conductivity requires the combination of multiple heat transfer enhancement techniques. Studies have shown that utilizing hybrid enhancement methods can improve the performance of the storage system, making it a promising approach for future studies.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Alireza Khademi, Kyle Shank, Seyed Ali Abtahi Mehrjardi, Saeed Tiari, Giancarlo Sorrentino, Zafar Said, Ali J. Chamkha, Svetlana Ushak
Summary: This article introduces the applications and issues of latent heat storage in thermal energy storage and discusses hybrid enhancement techniques. By reviewing improvement strategies for melting and solidification processes, it demonstrates the enhancement of TES system performance and suggests future research directions.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Navid Dehdashti Akhavan, Foued Abroug, Lionel Arnaud, Kamel Hooman
Summary: This study evaluates the thermal and hydraulic performance of microchannel heat sinks using supercritical carbon dioxide (s-CO2) as a coolant compared to conventional liquid coolant (water). The results show that s-CO2 offers higher overall heat transfer coefficient and lower friction factor, enhancing cooling efficiency in high-heat flux heat sinks.
MATHEMATICAL METHODS IN THE APPLIED SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Rhys Jacob, Ming Liu
Summary: In this study, a high temperature thermal storage system using a hybrid of phase change material and graphite as the storage materials was designed and evaluated for its applicability as a utility-scale Carnot battery. The system consists of an externally heated liquid sodium tank as the heat transfer fluid and a graphite storage medium sandwiched by two phase change materials. The cost of the system was found to be comparable to other storage technologies at $476/kWh(e), but could be reduced to $321/kWh(e) if the cost of graphite and/or steel could be reduced.
Article
Thermodynamics
Ji Wang, Michael Evans, Martin Belusko, Chunrong Zhao, Ming Liu, Frank Bruno
Summary: This paper investigates the thermal performance of a CO2 heat pump system with both heating and cooling capacities, taking into account the sub-cooling effect. The integration of cold thermal energy storage enables the system to operate under optimal conditions and generate extra cooling capacity for future use.
HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Qunli Zhang, Wenqiang Zhao, Donghan Sun, Xiangzhao Meng, Kamel Hooman, Xiaohu Yang
Summary: The study proposes a flue gas with low NOx emissions and a waste heat recovery system using combustion air humidification technology. Results show that increasing air humidity can significantly reduce NOx concentration formed by combustion. Adjusting the backwater temperature of the heat network in waste heat recovery mode can further reduce NOx emissions and improve system efficiency.
HEAT TRANSFER ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Michael Opolot, Chunrong Zhao, Partrick F. Keane, Ming Liu, Simone Mancin, Frank Bruno, Kamel Hooman
Summary: Thermal energy storage is increasingly important in a sustainable world due to its potential in capturing waste heat and incorporating in solar power plants. Eutectic Na2CO3-KCl-NaCl phase change material with a melting temperature of 569 degrees C was used in this study, along with a stainless steel wire mesh to enhance heat transfer. Experimental results showed that the charging time was reduced by 35% for the composite case compared to the pure PCM case, and the solidification time in the axial direction was shortened by an average of 10%.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Yueming Yang, Xurong Wang, Kamel Hooman, Kuihua Han, Jinliang Xu, Suoying He, Jianhui Qi
Summary: Recently, the use of additives in the supercritical carbon dioxide (SCO2) power cycle has been shown to effectively improve its efficiency. This study focused on the influence of CO2-based mixtures on the performance of a small-scale radial-inflow turbine (RIT) for SCO2 power systems. The results indicated that adding nitrogen, oxygen, or helium had a negative effect on turbine performance, while an appropriate amount of xenon or krypton improved efficiency. The study also found that higher krypton additions were better suited for higher heat source conditions.
Article
Thermodynamics
Yuxuan Zhang, Xiaoqiang Zhai, Fengyuan Zhang, Zhongbin Zhang, Kamel Hooman, Hai Zhang, Xiaolin Wang
Summary: This article proposes a novel carbon capture capsule inspired by red blood cells (RBC) to enhance CO2 hydrate formation kinetics. Compared to spherical capsules, the RBC-shaped capsule shows a 143% higher gas uptake efficiency. The study also investigates the effects of initial pressure and capsule size on CO2 hydrate formation kinetics.
Article
Thermodynamics
Tian Xiao, Qiaoling Zhang, Xiaohu Yang, Kamel Hooman, Guodong Li
Summary: The study reveals that the solder joint sizes, solder joint skips, solder flux materials, and filling media all have an impact on the thermal conductivity of metal fibrous materials. Increasing solder joint sizes enhances the effective thermal conductivity of porous fibres, while solder joint skips weaken the thermal conductivity. The thermal conductivity of the fibres increases with higher thermal conductivity of solders and decreases when the difference in thermal conductivity between the filling medium and the fibre is reduced.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yanting Yin, Raihan Rumman, Madjid Sarvghad, Stuart Bell, Teng-Cheong Ong, Rhys Jacob, Ming Liu, Ross Flewell-Smith, Shane Sheoran, John Severino, Martin Belusko, Frank Bruno, Geoffrey Will, Theodore A. Steinberg, David A. Lewis, Gunther G. Andersson
Summary: This article explores the corrosion mechanisms of stainless steel in containers for thermal energy storage using phase change materials, such as carbonates and chlorides. The study provides insights into the degradation of these steel alloys and contributes to the selection of materials for solar thermal energy storage.
SOLAR ENERGY MATERIALS AND SOLAR CELLS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Patrick F. Keane, Rhys Jacob, Martin Belusko, Frank Bruno
Summary: Geopolymers are X-ray amorphous, nanoporous, nanoparticulate materials that can be mixed, poured, and cured under ambient conditions. They are made using a Group 1 alkali activator and an aluminosilicate precursor. Geopolymers are more thermally stable than ordinary Portland cement and have potential applications in thermal energy storage systems.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xueqiang Li, Zhongyao Zhang, Qihui Wang, Xiaohu Yang, Kamel Hooman, Shengchun Liu
Summary: Air cooling systems are widely used in data centers due to their low cost and reliability. This study compares four airflow management technologies and analyzes their thermal and economic performances.
HEAT TRANSFER ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Muthamil Selvan Nedumaran, Govindappa Trilok, Nagarajan Gnanasekaran, Kamel Hooman
Summary: A partial filling strategy is used to reduce the cost and weight of foams with fins in this study. A hybrid heat sink with a combination of fins placed at the sidewalls of the enclosure and foams filled at certain heights is analyzed numerically and optimized to determine the guidelines for selecting a preferable pore size and pore density.
HEAT TRANSFER ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Junfei Guo, Ze Li, Pan Wei, Ling Li, Xiaohu Yang, Ya-Ling He, Kamel Hooman
Summary: The integration of phase change materials (PCMs) and metal foam has garnered significant attention. An adaptive metal foam arrangement strategy, with increasing porosity from inside to outside, has been proposed to address the non-uniformity issue. The simulation and experimental study on a vertical thermal energy storage (TES) tube showed that a smaller difference between the inside and outside subregions, along with a larger porosity difference, led to better thermal performance and faster phase change evolution. The optimal strategy (0.87-0.94-0.97) significantly shortened the melting duration and enhanced the efficiency of vertical metal foam TES systems.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Fadhilah Shikh Anuar, Khairul Azhar Mustapha, Fatimah Al-Zahrah Mohd Sa'at, Nurul Hilwa Mohd Zini, Ernie Mat Tokit, Satishwara Rao Narasimmanaidu, Kamel Hooman
Summary: In this study, a new generation of open-cell foam called 3D printed open-cell foam was produced by generating and reconstructing the microstructure of open-cell metal foam. Two different 3D printing technologies, Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) and Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM), were used with nylon powder and plastic acid as materials. The microstructural properties and surface roughness of the 3D printed open-cell foam were investigated and found to be dependent on the printing technologies, materials, and foam size. The SLS technology produced smoother ligament surfaces with fewer residues compared to the FDM technology.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Muthamil Selvan Nedumaran, Nagarajan Gnanasekaran, Kamel Hooman
Summary: This study compares the thermal performance of a modified variable height fin heat sink with conventional constant height fin heat sinks in equal load conditions. The experiments show that the variable height fin heat sink performs better in all load scenarios. A computational model using ANSYS Fluent 19 is also developed to assess the impact of different aspect ratios and fin shapes on thermal performance. The results demonstrate that variable height fin heat sinks provide enhanced melting and solidification for various aspect ratios and fin shapes.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Hai Zhao, Puzhen Gao, Xiaochang Li, Ruifeng Tian, Hongyang Wei, Sichao Tan
Summary: This study numerically investigates the interaction between flow-induced vibration and forced convection heat transfer in a tube bundle. The results show that the impact of flow-induced vibration on heat transfer varies in different flow velocity regions.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Rohit Chintala, Jon Winkler, Sugirdhalakshmi Ramaraj, Xin Jin
Summary: The current state of fault detection and diagnosis for residential air-conditioning systems is expensive and not suitable for widespread implementation. This paper proposes a cost-effective solution by introducing an automated fault detection algorithm as a screening step before more expensive tests can be conducted. The algorithm uses home thermostats and local weather information to identify thermodynamic parameters and detect high-impact air-conditioning faults.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
A. Azimi, N. Basiri, M. Eslami
Summary: This paper presents a novel optimization algorithm for improving the water-film cooling system of photovoltaic panels, resulting in a significant increase in net energy generation.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Duc-Thuan Phung, Chin-Hsiang Cheng
Summary: In this study, a novel CFDMD model is used to analyze and investigate the behavior of thermal-lag engines (TLE). The study shows that the CFDMD model effectively captures the thermodynamic behavior of the working gas and the dynamic behavior of the engine mechanism. Additionally, the study explores the temporal evolution of engine speed and the influence of various parameters on shaft power and brake thermal efficiency. The research also reveals the existence of a thermal-lag phenomenon in TLE.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Haiying Yang, Yinjie Shen, Lin Li, Yichen Pan, Ping Yang
Summary: The purpose of this article is to find a measure to improve the interfacial thermal transfer of graphene/silicon heterojunction. Through molecular dynamics simulation, it is found that surface modification can significantly reduce the thermal resistance, thereby improving the thermal conductivity of the graphene/silicon interface.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Qiong Wu, Yancheng Wang, Haonan Zhou, Xingye Qiu, Deqing Mei
Summary: This article introduces a visible methanol steam reforming microreactor, which uses an optical crystal as an observation window and measures the reaction temperature in real-time using infrared thermography. The results show that under lower oxygen to carbon ratio conditions, the microreactor has a higher heating rate and a stable gradient in temperature distribution.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Review
Thermodynamics
Giulia Manco, Umberto Tesio, Elisa Guelpa, Vittorio Verda
Summary: In the past decade, there has been a growing interest in studying energy systems for the combined management of power vectors. Most of the published works focus on finding the optimal design and operations of Multi Energy Systems (MES). However, for newcomers to this field, understanding how to achieve the desired optimization details while controlling computational expenses can be challenging and time-consuming. This paper presents a novel approach to analyzing the existing literature on MES, with the aim of guiding practical development of MES optimization. Through the discussion of six case studies, the authors provide a mathematical formulation as a reference for building the model and emphasize the impact of different aspects on the problem nature and solver selection. In addition, the paper also discusses the different approaches used in the literature for incorporating thermal networks and storage in the optimization of multi-energy systems.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xuepeng Yuan, Caiman Yan, Yunxian Huang, Yong Tang, Shiwei Zhang, Gong Chen
Summary: In this study, a multi-scale microgroove wick (MSMGW) was developed by laser irradiation, which demonstrated superior capillary performance. The surface morphology and performance of the wick were affected by laser scan pitch, laser power, repetition frequency, and scanning speed. The MSMGW showed optimal capillary performance in alumina material and DI water as the working fluid.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Maofei Mei, Feng Hu, Chong Han
Summary: This paper proposes an effective local search method based on detection of droplet boundaries for understanding the dynamic process of droplet growth during dropwise condensation. The method is validated by comparing with experimental data. The present simulation provides an effective approach to more accurately predict the nucleation site density in future studies.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Rahul Kumar Sharma, Ashish Kumar, Dibakar Rakshit
Summary: The study explores the use of phase change materials (PCM) as a retrofit with Heating Ventilation and Air-conditioning systems (HVAC) to reduce energy consumption and improve air quality. By incorporating PCM with specific thickness and fin configurations, significant energy savings can be achieved in comparison to standard HVAC systems utilizing R134a. This research provides policymakers with energy-efficient and sustainable solutions for HVAC systems to combat climate change.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhenhua Ren, Xiangjin Meng, Xingang Qi, Hui Jin, Yunan Chen, Bin Chen, Liejin Guo
Summary: This paper investigates the heat transfer mechanism and factors influencing thermal radiation in the process of supercritical water gasification (SCWG) of coal, and proposes a comprehensive numerical model to simulate the process. Experimental validation results show that thermal radiation accounts for a significant proportion of the total heat exchange in the reactor and a large amount of radiant energy exists in the important spectral range of supercritical water. Enhancing radiative heat transfer can effectively increase the temperature of the reaction medium and the gasification rate.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mauro Abela, Mauro Mameli, Sauro Filippeschi, Brent S. Taft
Summary: Pulsating Heat Pipes (PHP) are passive two-phase heat transfer devices with a simple structure and high heat transfer capabilities. The actual unpredictability of their dynamic behavior during startup and thermal crisis hinders their large-scale application. An experimental apparatus is designed to investigate these phenomena systematically. The results show that increasing the number of evaporator sections and condenser temperature improves the performance of PHP. The condenser temperature also affects the initial liquid phase distribution and startup time.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Ke Gan, Ruilian Li, Yi Zheng, Hui Xu, Ying Gao, Jiajie Qian, Ziming Wei, Bin Kong, Hong Zhang
Summary: A 3-dimensional enhanced heat pipe radiator has been developed to improve heat dissipation and temperature uniformity in cooling high-power electronic components. Experimental results show that the radiator has superior heat transfer performance compared to a conventional aluminum fin radiator under different heating powers and wind speed conditions.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xinyi Zhang, Shuzhong Wang, Daihui Jiang, Zhiqiang Wu
Summary: This study focuses on recovering waste heat from blast furnace slag using dry centrifugal pelletizing technology. A comprehensive two-dimensional model was developed to analyze heat transfer dynamics and investigate factors influencing heat exchange efficiency. The findings have important implications for optimizing waste heat recovery and ensuring safe operations.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xincheng Wu, An Zou, Qiang Zhang, Zhaoguang Wang
Summary: The boosting heat generation rate of high-performance processors is challenging traditional cooling techniques. This study proposes a combined design of active jet intermittency and passive surface modification to enhance heat transfer.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)