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Droplet-based synthesis of microencapsulated phase change hydrogels via electro-coalescence

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Double-skeleton based shape-stabilized phase change materials with excellent solar-thermal energy conversion and shape memory performance

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The Load Shifting Potential of Domestic Refrigerators in Smart Grids: A Comprehensive Review

Rodrigues, L., Marques, D. L., Ferreira, J. A., Costa, V. A. F., Martins, N. A. D., & da Silva, F. N. (2022) · Energies · doi:10.3390/en15207666 · Cited by 17

Heat transfer analysis in thermal energy storage—A comprehensive review‐based latent heat storage system

Kumar, A., & Kumar, A. (2022) · Energy Storage · doi:10.1002/est2.434 · Cited by 17

Preparation and characterization of a form-stable phase change hydrogel for heat-protective clothing

Wang, Y., Zhang, J., Han, X., & Jiang, Y. D. (2022) · New Journal of Chemistry · doi:10.1039/d2nj05096j · Cited by 17

A stable new composite phase change material based on H2C2O4⋅2H2O-NH4Al(SO4)2⋅12H2O binary eutectic into ZrO2 modified expanded graphite

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Novel microencapsulated ternary eutectic alloy-based phase change material

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Thermal performance of a novel composite phase change material for solar-assisted air source heat pump packed bed thermal energy storage application

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Seasonal Solar Thermal Energy Storage

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Demand-based process steam from renewable energy: Implementation and sizing of a latent heat thermal energy storage system based on the Rotating Drum Heat Exchanger

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Energy Conversion Efficiency Enhancement of Polyethylene Glycol and a SiO2 Composite Doped with Ni, Co, Zn, and Sc Oxides

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A novel biomass solid waste-based form-stable phase change materials for thermal energy storage

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Chaotropic Ions Mediated Polymer Gelation for Thermal Management

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Thermal Performance of Microencapsulated Phase Change Material (mPCM) in Roof Modules during Daily Operation

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Effect of graphene and its derivatives on thermo-mechanical properties of phase change materials and its applications: a comprehensive review

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Highly Efficient Thermal Energy Storage Using a Hybrid Hypercrosslinked Polymer**

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Thermal Performance of Lauric Acid/Bentonite/Carbon Nanofiber Composite Phase-Change Materials for Heat Storage

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Graphene/Paraffin and Expanded Graphite/Paraffin Composites for Cold Thermal Energy Storage

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Fabrication of phase change microcapsules with polymer-metal hybrid shell and their utilization potentiality in gypsum composites for energy conservation

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Chain-Melting Temperature Depression in the Organic Layer of Two-Dimensional Perovskites

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Preparation and modification of novel phase change material Na 2 SO 4 ·10H 2 O-Na 2 HPO 4 ·12H 2 O binary eutectic hydrate salt

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Phase Change Materials in Energy: Current State of Research and Potential Applications

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Development of a sodium acetate trihydrate-based phase change material for efficient solar/electric-to-thermal energy conversion

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Performance and economic analysis of photovoltaic/thermal systems with phase change materials and a parallel serpentine design in dusty conditions

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Flame retardant wood-based phase change materials with inorganic hydrated salt for thermal energy storage

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Advances in triply periodic minimal surface structures for thermal management systems: A comprehensive review

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The energetic performance of a liquid chemical looping cycle with solar thermal energy storage

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Solvation and diffusion of poly(vinyl alcohol) chains in a hydrated inorganic ionic liquid

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Phenomenon Identification and Ranking Table Development for Future Application Figure-of-Merit Studies on Thermal Energy Storage Integrations with Light Water Reactors

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Fatty Amines Embedded Carbon Membranes with Aligned Nanochannels Network: A Device with Extremely High Photothermal Conversion Efficiency toward Solar Energy Harvesting and Storage

Ye, X., Tian, Z., Cao, X., Fan, Y., Zhou, P., Wang, C., Li, J., Sun, H., Zhu, Z., Liang, W., et al. (2021) · Solar RRL · doi:10.1002/solr.202100924 · Cited by 13

Molecular dynamics study on the adsorption and thermal properties of paraffin in graphene

Wu, S., Xie, H., Jiang, W., & Chen, Q. (2022) · International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer · doi:10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2021.122436 · Cited by 13

An orthogonal investigation in pore size effect of EG on thermal properties and crystallinity of EG/CaCl2·6H2O composite

Yuan, K., Chen, Q., Ishengoma, J. R., & Cao, W. (2022) · Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells · doi:10.1016/j.solmat.2022.111980 · Cited by 13

Phase change materials for low-temperature cold chain logistics: Advances, challenges, and eco-friendly solutions

Shahzad, M., Ali, R., & Li, M. (2026) · Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews · doi:10.1016/j.rser.2025.116700 · Cited by 12

Atomic insights into melting behaviours of phase change material confined in nanospace

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Numerical modeling of discharge modes and evaluation of the major characteristics of latent heat thermal energy storage at a nuclear power plant

Aminov, R. Z., Anoshin, D., & Garievsky, M. (2024) · Journal of Energy Storage · doi:10.1016/j.est.2024.113209 · Cited by 12

Design of flexible polyethylene glycol-based phase change materials by crystal structure regulation

Zhao, Y., Chen, S., Wei, Z., Ding, J., Zhao, S., Liu, Z., Lei, Y., Jiang, L., Lei, J., & Fu, X. (2024) · Polymer · doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2024.127632 · Cited by 12

Review of Bioinspired Composites for Thermal Energy Storage: Preparation, Microstructures and Properties

Yu, M., Wang, M., Xu, C., Zhong, W., Wu, H., Peng, L., Huang, Z., Fu, R., Gucci, F., & Zhang, D. (2025) · Journal of Composites Science · doi:10.3390/jcs9010041 · Cited by 12

Revolutionizing personal thermal management technologies with advanced materials and strategies

Yao, W., Zhu, G., Yan, Z., Tong, W., & Fan, D. (2025) · Applied Materials Today · doi:10.1016/j.apmt.2025.102719 · Cited by 15

Copper microsphere hybrid mesoporous carbon as matrix for preparation of shape-stabilized phase change materials with improved thermal properties

Liu, Y., Chen, Y., Zhang, J., Gao, J., & Han, Z. Q. (2020) · Scientific Reports · doi:10.1038/s41598-020-73114-z · Cited by 12

Superior Thermal Conductivity and Charging Performance of Zinc Oxide Dispersed Paraffin Wax for Thermal Energy Storage Applications

Sivapalan, B., Suganthi, K. S., Kiruthika, S., Saranprabhu, M. K., & Rajan, K. S. (2024) · Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering · doi:10.1007/s11814-024-00163-9 · Cited by 12

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Mert, M. S., Sert, M., & Mert, H. H. (2018) · Mühendislik Bilimleri ve Tasarım Dergisi · doi:10.21923/jesd.331998 · Cited by 12

Ultra-High Temperature Interaction Between h-BN-Based Composite and Molten Silicon

Polkowski, W., Sobczak, N., Polkowska, A., Nowak, R., Kudyba, A., Bruzda, G., Giuranno, D., Generosi, A., Paci, B., & Trucchi, D. M. (2018) · Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A · doi:10.1007/s11661-018-5035-z · Cited by 12

The integration of solid-solid phase change material with micro-channel flat plate heat pipe-based BIPV/T

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Advanced Defrosting Techniques in Air Source Heat Pumps: A Review of Vapor Injection, Thermal Energy Storage, and Experimental Frost Accumulation Data

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Advanced phase change material-thermal energy storage for low-carbon heat: materials, reliability, and AI-driven system integration for industry, buildings, and data centers

Jayabal, R., Sekar, S., Leo, G. M. L., Manikandan, A., Soudagar, M. E. M., Santhamoorthy, M., Rajendran, S., & Shanmugapriya, D. (2026) · Applied Energy · doi:10.1016/j.apenergy.2026.127479 · Cited by 11

Development of Macro-Encapsulated Phase-Change Material Using Composite of NaCl-Al2O3 with Characteristics of Self-Standing

Liao, S., Zhou, X. J., Chen, X., Li, Z., Yamashita, S., Zhang, C., & Kita, H. (2024) · Processes · doi:10.3390/pr12061123 · Cited by 11

Microfluidic fabrication of compound microfibers encapsulating nano-enhanced phase change material (PCM) for thermal regulation

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Conditions for economic efficiency of latent heat thermal energy storage systems at nuclear power plants

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Koukou, M. K., Pagkalos, C., Dogkas, G., Vrachopoulos, M. G., Douvi, E. C., Caouris, Y. G., & Papadopoulos, P. K. (2022) · Energies · doi:10.3390/en15031113 · Cited by 11

Thermocline packed bed thermal energy storage system

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Development of a novel thermoelectric module based device for thermal stability measurement of phase change materials

Putra, N. S. D., Hakim, I. I., Erwin, F. P., Abdullah, N. A., Ariantara, B., Amin, M., Mahlia, T. M. I., & Kusrini, E. (2019) · Journal of Energy Storage · doi:10.1016/j.est.2019.02.030 · Cited by 11

Packing and properties of composite phase change energy storage materials based on SiC nanowires and Na2SO4·10H2O

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Analysis of thermal energy storage optimization of thermal insulation material and thermal insulation structure of steam pipe-line

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Microstructural and thermal response evolution of metallic form-stable phase change materials produced from ball-milled powders

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