Recent Advances in Photo-Responsive Microencapsulated Phase-Change Materials
Chaofeng Yang, Binyang Du
TL;DR
This review explores recent developments in light-sensitive microencapsulated materials for energy storage and smart thermal systems.
Contribution
The paper systematically summarizes recent advancements in photo-responsive microencapsulated phase-change materials over the past five years.
Findings
Photo-responsive MEPCMs show promise in solar energy and thermal management due to their energy storage and conversion capabilities.
These materials integrate photothermal, photocatalytic, and luminescent functions for applications like pollutant degradation and sensing.
The review outlines future research directions to improve the practical use of these materials.
Abstract
Photo-responsive microencapsulated phase-change materials (MEPCMs) are attracting growing interest for their significant potential in solar energy applications and advanced intelligent thermal management systems, owing to their exceptional capacity for thermal energy storage, efficiency for photothermal conversion, and capability for multifunctional integration. This review provides a systematic summary of the advancements in photo-responsive MEPCMs containing photothermal, photocatalytic, and luminescent materials in the past five years, highlighting their potential in energy conversion, pollutant degradation, and intelligent sensing applications. Moreover, perspectives for future research are provided to enhance the practical application of photo-responsive MEPCMs.
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TopicsPhase Change Materials Research · Solar-Powered Water Purification Methods · Transition Metal Oxide Nanomaterials