Latent Heat-Based Thermal Energy Storage Systems

In light of increasing human-induced global climate change, there is a greater need for clean energy resources and zero carbon projects. This new volume, Latent heat-based thermal energy storage systems : Materials, applications, and the energy market, offers up-to-date coverage of the fundamentals as well as recent advancements in energy efficient thermal energy storage materials, their characterization, and technological applications. Thermal energy storage (TES) systems offer very high-energy savingsfor many of our day-to-day applications and could be a strong component for enhancing the usage of renewable/clean energy-based devices. Because of its beneficial environmental impact, this technology has received wide attention in recent past, and dedicated research efforts have led to the development of novel materials, as well to innovative applications in very many fields, ranging from buildings to textile, healthcare to agriculture, space to automobiles, etc. This book offers a valuable and informedsystematic treatment of latent heat-based thermal energy storage systems, covering current energy research and important developmental work. The book provides valuable reference material for researchers in academia as well as in industry, enabling them to get an overall research update of latent heat-based thermal energy storage technology toward the ultimate goal of producing clean energy. Key features: Gives a comprehensive view of latent heat-based thermal energy storage systems, from the fundamentalsto applications, while also addressing market issues and societal challenges. Includes research updates on the subject, covering novel materials as well as applications. Provides a balanced view between theoretical aspects and feasibility with chapters written by experts from academia as well as from industry. Covers the needs of faculty and students with appropriate details to serve as a professional reference--