Significance of Nanoparticles in Phase Change Materials as Heat Transfer Fluid for Solar Heat Absorption

Year : 2024 | Volume :12 | Issue : 05 | Page : 57-65
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Sudheesh Chandran R,

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V. K Jebasingh,

  1. Research Scholar, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Noorul Islam Center for Higher Education (NICHE), Kumarcoil, Tamil Nadu, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Noorul Islam Center for Higher Education (NICHE), Kumarcoil, Tamil Nadu, India

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The utilization of solar energy as a sustainable and eco-friendly power source has gained significant traction in recent years, with innovations constantly evolving to improve efficiency and effectiveness.one such innovation lies in the integration of nanoparticles into phase change materials (PCMs) to enhance their heat transfer capabilities, making them ideal candidates for solar heat absorption applications. This paper delves into the significance of nanoparticles in PCMs as heat transfer fluids for solar heat absorption. When distributed within PCMs, nanoparticles provide a number of benefits because of their distinct physical and chemical characteristics. They facilitate improved thermal conductivity, heat transfer rates, and storage capacity, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of solar thermal systems. Through a comprehensive review of recent advancements and experimental studies, this paper elucidates the mechanisms underlying nanoparticle-enhanced PCMs and their role in augmenting solar heat absorption. Furthermore, the paper discusses various types of nanoparticles commonly employed, including metallic, carbon-based, and oxide nanoparticles, along with their respective effects on PCM performance. Moreover, it explores the challenges and opportunities associated with the practical implementation of nanoparticle-enhanced PCMs in solar thermal systems, addressing issues such as stability, scalability and cost- effectiveness. In conclusion, the integration of nanoparticles into phase change materials represents a promising avenue for advancing solar thermal technologies. By harnessing the synergistic effects of nanoparticles and PCMs, researchers and engineers can develop highly efficient and sustainable heat transfer fluids capable of meeting the growing demand of renewable energy solutions. This paper aims to provide insights into the significance of this innovative approach and inspire future research towards realizing its full potential in solar heat absorption applications.

Keywords: Phase change material (PCM), Heat transfer fluids (HTFs), nanoparticle enhanced phase change materials (NEPCMS), thermal conductivity, scalability

[This article belongs to Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

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Sudheesh Chandran R, V. K Jebasingh. Significance of Nanoparticles in Phase Change Materials as Heat Transfer Fluid for Solar Heat Absorption. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 12(05):57-65.
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Sudheesh Chandran R, V. K Jebasingh. Significance of Nanoparticles in Phase Change Materials as Heat Transfer Fluid for Solar Heat Absorption. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 12(05):57-65. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2024/view=0

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Volume 12
Issue 05
Received 01/06/2024
Accepted 16/07/2024
Published 31/07/2024
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