This article investigates the phase change characteristics of finned encapsulations in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system for buildings. The effect of various fin configurations on moving interface ...

The present work focuses on synthesizing graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) incorporated amorphous silicon oxycarbide ceramic (Si-O-C) for hydrogen adsorption. The changes in the structure of the ceramic upon addition of GNP has ...

An experimental study has been carried out to investigate the heat transfer potential and rheological characteristics of copper–titania hybrid nanofluids (HyNF) using a tube in the tube type counter flow heat exchanger. ...

This study investigates the heat power stored by the thermal dissipation of electronic components using a thermosyphon integrated hybrid nanocomposite phase change material storage system. The study examines various thermal ...

In this study, a new microencapsulated organic PCM (MicroPCM) was developed and its thermal energy storage (TES) properties were experimentally investigated. The microcapsules were prepared through a facile in-situ ...

The present work reports the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles, using Beta vulgaris peel extract with a subsequent investigation on the size distribution and surface structure of nanoparticles formed under various ...

The present study reports the encapsulation of dimethyl adipate into a polymer shell using in-situ polymerisation. Surface morphology, crystal structure, chemical stability, and thermal properties are characterised using ...

The quest and interest shown towards developing organic phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage (TES) applications in buildings are gaining momentum in recent years. From this perspective, the present study ...

Molten salts as thermal energy storage (TES) materials are gaining the attention of researchers worldwide due to their attributes like low vapor pressure, non-toxic nature, low cost and flexibility, high thermal stability, ...

The era of nanoscience and nanotechnology has been increasingly rejuvenating the quest towards the development of advanced materials for cooling applications in buildings. The nanomaterials being produced in the size range ...