Phase Change Materials and Nano-PCMs

by Elsevier Science, Nava Zarkhah Masters Student, Kian Khazanehdari Masters Student

Overview

Phase Change Materials and Nano-PCMs offers a comprehensive exploration of nano-PCMs and nano-enhanced phase change materials, with particular emphasis on their applications. Divided into ten chapters, it delves into the history of thermal energy storage and PCM technologies, their chemistry, synthesis, and kinetics. Additionally, the book covers the crystallization processes involved. In later chapters, it examines the properties and applications of PCMs, their use in renewable energy, and the role of nanotechnology in phase change materials. It also addresses environmental and economic issues associated with PCM use, concluding with case studies to enhance reader understanding.

This book is a valuable and timely reference for those focused on thermal energy storage. It is an essential resource for researchers and students interested in thermal energy storage.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780443339516
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	03/01/2026
Series:	Emerging Technologies and Materials in Thermal Engineering
Pages:	394
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Dr. Alibakhsh Kasaeian is full professor at University of Tehran. Dr. Kasaeian completed their PhD in chemical engineering at the University of Tehran, has published multiple books and book chapters, as well as made significant contributions to scientific research journals and conferences. Dr. Kasaeian is an editorial board member of the Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, Journal of Thermal Engineering, and Renewable Energy and guest editor for Energy and Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments.

Nava Zarkhah completed her bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at Sharif University of Technology, and pursued a Master's degree in MEMS and NEMS at Tehran University. She is currently a master's student in mechanical engineering, and her research is focused on renewable energy technology.

Kian Khazanedari earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Azad University and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in energy systems engineering from the University of Tehran. His academic research experience focuses on renewable energy systems and their relative materials and technologies.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. History of Thermal Energy Storage and PCMs
3. Chemistry and Synthesis
4. Kinetics and Crystallization
5. Properties of PCMs
6. Applications of PCMs
7. PCMs and Renewable Energies
8. Nanotechnology in Phase Change Materials
9. Environmental and Economic Issues
10. Case Studies

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A compilation of the latest achievements in the field of PCMs and the application of nanotechnology in PCMs