A novel solar heating building integrated heat pipes and PCMs: Optimizing thermophysical properties and reducing energy consumption
Fangcheng Kou, Nian Zhu, Xin Wang, Yu Zou, Jinhan Mo
Topics & Concepts
HVACPhase-change materialThermal conductivityMaterials scienceThermalRadiant heatingNuclear engineeringHeat pipeEnvironmental sciencePhase changeEnergy consumptionThermal comfortThermodynamicsThermal energy storageThermal massThermal energyPhase (matter)Solar energyVolumetric heat capacityEnthalpyOperating temperatureMechanical engineeringHeat capacityComposite materialEfficient energy useThermal efficiencyOperative temperaturePhase Change Materials ResearchSolar Thermal and Photovoltaic SystemsBuilding Energy and Comfort Optimization