Article
Energy & Fuels
Dua'a S. Malkawi, Abdulrahman Tamimi
Summary: The study aimed to enhance the performance of solar energy systems by utilizing phase-change materials. Experimental results showed that systems using PCM had higher stability, less temperature variation, and lower thermal losses.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Guixiao Zhang, Nan Xiao, Bing Wang, Abdul Ghani Razaqpur
Summary: This study investigates a new type of wall for building envelope and analyzes its performance using computational fluid dynamics. The wall is designed to absorb and store solar energy during the day and release it at night. By incorporating a phase change material layer, the proposed wall demonstrates superior thermal performance compared to similar walls, saving up to 89% of energy used for heating during severely cold winters.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Qi Chen, Guoying Xu, Peng Xia
Summary: Spray flash evaporation (SFE) technology is a promising way for efficient low-temperature desalination, and adding microcapsulated phase change material (MPCM) can enhance system performance and reduce energy consumption. Experimental and simulation results provide guidance for optimizing the design of SFE desalination system with MPCM enhancement.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Biao Liu, Xuelai Zhang, Jun Ji
Summary: This article reviews the design and applications of solar phase-change energy storage systems in residential buildings. Integrating phase-change materials (PCMs) into solar thermal collector systems can improve efficiency but may face PCM leakage issues. Adjusting inclination angle and selecting PCM in appropriate temperature zones can enhance system efficiency, while considerations for separated systems include heat exchanger types, structures, and solar collector types.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Maryam Jahanpanah, Seyyed Javad Sadatinejad, Alibakhsh Kasaeian, Mohammad Hossein Jahangir, Hamid Sarrafha
Summary: In the field of desalination, adding low-temperature phase change materials (PCM) can improve the overall productivity and efficiency of solar stills, especially the study on low-temperature PCM shows its potential. The experimental results show that adding a certain amount of PCM can significantly improve desalination efficiency and productivity.
Article
Thermodynamics
Mohammad Al-Harahsheh, Mousa Abu-Arabi, Maysam Ahmad, Hasan Mousa
Summary: The performance of a self-powered double-glass cover solar still with phase change material (PCM) connected to solar collector was studied. The addition of PCM and the connection of an external solar collector significantly improved the productivity of the solar still.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Xu Qiao, Xiangfei Kong, Man Fan
Summary: Researchers are increasingly interested in the potential of solar energy, especially for heating in the building sector. The integration of phase change materials with solar heating systems shows promise, but comprehensive evaluations and applications are still lacking.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mehran Bozorgi, Kasra Ghasemi, Syeda Humaira Tasnim, Shohel Mahmud
Summary: In response to the challenge of providing energy-efficient thermal comfort in hot and high-humidity cities, this study investigates innovative cooling systems that can mitigate issues of overcooling and excessive energy consumption seen in conventional air conditioning systems. The findings show that the PSDC system provides thermal comfort conditions in Vancouver and Toronto, while the HP-PSDC system has better performance in Doha and Bangkok. The research provides implications for the design of sustainable cooling systems and offers climate-specific system selection guidelines.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Biyao Gong, Huachao Yang, Shenghao Wu, Yikuan Tian, Jianhua Yan, Kefa Cen, Zheng Bo, Kostya (Ken) Ostrikov
Summary: The new solar-driven phase change material-integrated interfacial evaporation system enables sustained and high-efficiency extraction of clean water from seawater, even in the face of variable solar flux. This technology achieves an evaporation rate of 0.70 kg m(-2) h(-1) and an energy efficiency of 46.5% under dark conditions, which is 2.5 times higher compared to conventional techniques.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Khalid H. Almitani, Nidal H. Abu-Hamdeh, Mashhour A. Alazwari, Elias M. Salilih, Radwan A. Almasri, S. Mohammad Sajadi
Summary: This study investigated the thermal behavior of a wall with the addition of phase change material under solar radiation. The effect of phase change material with a melting point of 21-23 C on heat transfer was examined. The results showed that adding a thickness of 1 cm to the western, eastern, southern, and northern walls reduced heat transfer by 18.5%, 18.1%, 17.4%, and 17% respectively. The effect of thickness was also explored, and it was found that for a building equipped with a 1 cm thickness, heat transfer reduced by 3.69 kWh/m(2).July.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Pranaynil Saikia, Dibakar Rakshit
Summary: The article presents a novel passive cooling system - liquid-vapour phase change material (LVPCM) system, which does not require an external power supply, effectively reducing heat gain and achieving good results in hot climates such as India.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Pooria Khalilmoghadam, Abbas Rajabi-Ghahnavieh, Mohammad Behshad Shafii
Summary: This study integrated a latent heat storage unit and built-in condenser with a solar still, utilizing the dissipated latent heat of vapor during the day and transferring it to the saline water after sunset through Pulsating Heat Pipes (PHPs). The addition of phase change materials (PCM) on the condenser surfaces prevented overheating and improved efficiency, resulting in a significant increase from 23.7% to 48.5% compared to conventional solar stills.
Article
Thermodynamics
Chuanhui Zhu, Baoguo Li, Shubin Yan, Quanquan Luo, Chao Li
Summary: With the increasing scarcity of energy resources and worsening environmental issues, countries around the world are actively developing the use of renewable energy sources. The technology of combining solar energy and heat pumps is an important direction for the development of new energy utilization technologies. Through experimental studies and system simulation analysis, the system shows a high coefficient of performance and efficiency.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Chengbin Yu, Juhyuk Park, Jae Ryoun Youn, Young Seok Song
Summary: This study proposes a smart control of pyroelectric energy harvesting utilizing PCM composites, controlling the change in temperature difference for energy conversion under different solar irradiation conditions. The combination of pyro-electrode and PCM composites can generate stable and continuous electrical energy. The underlying physics of the system are theoretically modeled using the finite element method (FEM).
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Muhyaddin J. H. Rawa, Nidal H. Abu-Hamdeh, Arash Karimipour, Osama K. Nusier, Ferial Ghaemi, Dumitru Baleanu
Summary: The study investigated the impact of phase change material on walls and roofs in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, showing that adding phase change material to the western wall and roof can lead to energy savings.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
C. J. Ho, G. N. Sou, C. M. Lai
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART E-JOURNAL OF PROCESS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Energy & Fuels
C. J. Ho, G. N. Sou, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Energy & Fuels
C. S. Huang, Chia-Wang Yu, R. H. Chen, Chun-Ta Tzeng, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Architecture
Hung-Chi Su, Shu-Fen Tung, Chun-Ta Tzeng, Chi-Ming Lai
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
(2020)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Sung-Chin Chung, Yi-Pin Lin, Chun Yang, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Energy & Fuels
Chia-Wang Yu, C. S. Huang, C. T. Tzeng, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
C. J. Ho, Z. C. Wang, R. H. Chen, Chi-Ming Lai
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2020)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Chien-Yuan Kuo, Rong-Jing Wang, Yi-Pin Lin, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Energy & Fuels
Tzu-Ling Huang, Chien-Yuan Kuo, Chun-Ta Tzeng, Chi-Ming Lai
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ching-Jenq Ho, Shih-Ming Lin, Rong-Horng Chen, Chi-Ming Lai
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2020)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ching-Jenq Ho, Shih-Ming Lin, Chi-Ming Lai
Summary: This study found that by properly selecting the thermal conductivity and wall thickness of the pipe, the heat transfer efficiency in the cooling section of a rectangular thermosyphon containing PCM suspension can be improved.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ching-Jenq Ho, Chau-Yang Huang, Chi-Ming Lai
Summary: This study investigated the transient and steady-state natural convection heat transfer in a square enclosure containing a PCM suspension using numerical methods. The results showed that using a PCM suspension can significantly enhance heat transfer efficiency, with the presence of a local optimal value for the Nusselt number.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
C. J. Ho, S. H. Huang, Chi-Ming Lai
Summary: In this study, the forced-convection heat transfer of concurrent flows of different functional working fluids in a concentric double tube was investigated. The results showed that a high total flow rate and high flow ratio can suppress the rise in wall temperature and increase the average heat transfer coefficients. However, the gain in heat transfer is considerably smaller than the increase in the pressure drop compared to water.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART E-JOURNAL OF PROCESS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ching-Mei Chen, Yi-Pin Lin, Sung-Chin Chung, Chi-Ming Lai
Summary: This study analyzed how design parameters of ridge vents affect the efficiency of thermal buoyancy-driven ventilation. The results showed that the height of the ridge vent is the most important design parameter.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Chi-Ming Lai, Ching-Yu Yeh, Sin-Yu Kang, Heui-Yung Chang
Summary: This study developed models for steel moment connections using a finite element method and compared the design and loading responses among U.S., Japan, and Taiwan standards. The results showed differences in design and peak loads among connections, with increased shear-tab thickness reducing stress concentration and fracture potential.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Samiran Khorat, Debashish Das, Rupali Khatun, Sk Mohammad Aziz, Prashant Anand, Ansar Khan, Mattheos Santamouris, Dev Niyogi
Summary: Cool roofs can effectively mitigate heatwave-induced excess heat and enhance thermal comfort in urban areas. Implementing cool roofs can significantly improve urban meteorology and thermal comfort, reducing energy flux and heat stress.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Qi Li, Jiayu Chen, Xiaowei Luo
Summary: This study focuses on the vertical wind conditions as a main external factor that limits the energy assessment of high-rise buildings in urban areas. Traditional tools for energy assessment of buildings use a universal vertical wind profile estimation, without taking into account the unique wind speed in each direction induced by the various shapes and configurations of buildings in cities. To address this limitation, the study developed an omnidirectional urban vertical wind speed estimation method using direction-dependent building morphologies and machine learning algorithms.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Xiaojun Luo, Lamine Mahdjoubi
Summary: This paper presents an integrated blockchain and machine learning-based energy management framework for multiple forms of energy allocation and transmission among multiple domestic buildings. Machine learning is used to predict energy generation and consumption patterns, and the proposed framework establishes optimal and automated energy allocation through peer-to-peer energy transactions. The approach contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhances environmental sustainability.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ying Yu, Yuanwei Xiao, Jinshuai Chou, Xingyu Wang, Liu Yang
Summary: This study proposes a dual-layer optimization design method to maximize the energy sharing potential, enhance collaborative benefits, and reduce the storage capacity of building clusters. Case studies show that the proposed design significantly improves the performance of building clusters, reduces energy storage capacity, and shortens the payback period.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Felix Langner, Weimin Wang, Moritz Frahm, Veit Hagenmeyer
Summary: This paper compares two main approaches to consider uncertainties in model predictive control (MPC) for buildings: robust and stochastic MPC. The results show that compared to a deterministic MPC, the robust MPC increases the electricity cost while providing complete temperature constraint satisfaction, while the stochastic MPC slightly increases the electricity cost but fulfills the thermal comfort requirements.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Somil Yadav, Caroline Hachem-Vermette
Summary: This study proposes a mathematical model to evaluate the performance of a Double Skin Facade (DSF) system and its impact on indoor conditions. The model considers various design parameters and analyzes their effects on the system's electrical output and room temperature.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ruijun Chen, Holly Samuelson, Yukai Zou, Xianghan Zheng, Yifan Cao
Summary: This research introduces an innovative resilient design framework that optimizes building performance by considering a holistic life cycle perspective and accounting for climate projection uncertainties. The study finds that future climate scenarios significantly impact building life cycle performance, with wall U-value, windows U-value, and wall density being major factors. By using ensemble learning and optimization algorithms, predictions for carbon emissions, cost, and indoor discomfort hours can be made, and the best resilient design scheme can be selected. Applying this framework leads to significant improvements in building life cycle performance.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2024)