Performance of Nanocomposites of a Phase Change Material Formed by the Dispersion of MWCNT/TiO₂ for Thermal Energy Storage Applications.

ABSTRACT: Thermal energy storage technology is an important topic, as it enables renewable energy technology to be available 24/7 and under different weather conditions. Phase changing materials (PCM) are key players in thermal energy storage, being the most economic among those available with adjustable thermal properties. Paraffin wax (PW) is one of the best materials used in industrial processes to enhance thermal storage. However, the low thermal conductivity of PW prevents its thermal application. In this study, we successfully modified PW based on multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) with different concentrations of TiO₂-3, 5 and 7 wt.%. The morphology of PCM and its relationship with the chemical structure and stability were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM),

SUBMITTER: AlOtaibi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9100833 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature