Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(17), P. 15590 - 15603
Published: Aug. 20, 2024
Abstract
Syntactic
foams
are
lightweight
porous
composites
obtained
by
the
addition
of
hollow
glass
microspheres
(HGMs)
to
a
polymer
matrix.
This
work
experimentally
and
numerically
investigates
thermal
behavior
epoxy‐based
syntactic
with
enhanced
multifunctionality
produced
incorporating
microencapsulated
phase
change
materials
(PCMs)
as
functional
fillers,
providing
energy
storage
temperature
stabilization
due
its
large
latent
heat
melting.
Foams
fabricated
using
varying
ratios
HGMs
(0–40
vol%)
PCM
achieve
tuned
densities
properties
total
filler
content
up
40
vol%.
A
one‐dimensional
numerical
transfer
model
based
on
enthalpy
method
is
presented
simulate
these
materials.
The
accurately
incorporates
specific
conductivity
foam
components,
well
absorption
during
melting
(up
68
J/g).
validated
demonstrating
good
agreement
measurements
transient
profiles
heating
tests
samples.
tool
then
leveraged
response
under
sinusoidally
source,
similar
possible
real
applicative
scenarios.
These
results
can
help
optimize
compositions
balancing
density,
properties,
structural
support
for
systems.
Potential
applications
include
high‐efficiency
management
in
battery
packs,
electronic
cooling,
solar
storage,
sustainable
temperature‐controlled
buildings.
Highlights
0–40
vol%
HGM
show
J/g
heat.
1D
captures
change.
Validated
simulates
sinusoidal
heat,
optimizing
composition.
act
reservoirs,
maintaining
5°C
lower
surface
temperatures
than
epoxy.
Energies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(16), P. 3873 - 3873
Published: Aug. 6, 2024
With
the
increasing
demand
for
renewable
energy
worldwide,
lithium-ion
batteries
are
a
major
candidate
shift
due
to
their
superior
capabilities.
However,
heat
generated
by
these
during
operation
can
lead
serious
safety
issues
and
even
fires
explosions
if
not
managed
effectively.
Lithium-ion
also
suffer
from
significant
performance
degradation
at
low
temperatures,
including
reduced
power
output,
shorter
cycle
life,
usable
capacity.
Deploying
an
effective
battery
thermal
management
system
(BTMS)
is
crucial
address
obstacles
maintain
stable
within
safe
temperature
range.
In
this
study,
we
review
recent
developments
in
transfer
of
Li-ion
offer
more
effective,
secure,
cost-effective
solutions.
We
evaluate
different
technologies
BTMSs,
such
as
air
cooling,
liquid
phase
change
materials,
pipes,
external
preheating,
internal
discussing
advantages
disadvantages.
Through
comparative
analyses
high-temperature
cooling
low-temperature
highlight
research
trends
inspire
future
researchers.
According
literature,
submerged
BTMS
configurations
show
greatest
potential
focus
enhance
regulation
batteries.
addition,
there
considerable
innovation
air-based
optimization
liquid-based
coupling
pipes
with
PCMs,
integration
PCMs
liquid-cooled
hybrid
application
machine
learning
topology
design.
The
3D
printing
promises
efficiency
adaptability
through
design
innovative
materials
structures,
thereby
improving
battery’s
safety.
Micromachines,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(2), P. 194 - 194
Published: Feb. 7, 2025
Lithium-ion
batteries
(LIBs)
have
become
integral
to
modern
technology,
powering
portable
electronics,
electric
vehicles,
and
renewable
energy
storage
systems.
This
document
explores
the
complexities
advancements
in
LIB
highlighting
fundamental
components
such
as
anodes,
cathodes,
electrolytes,
separators.
It
delves
into
critical
interplay
of
these
determining
battery
performance,
including
density,
cycling
stability,
safety.
Moreover,
addresses
significant
sustainability
challenges
posed
by
widespread
adoption
LIBs,
focusing
on
resource
depletion
environmental
impact.
Various
recycling
practices,
hydrometallurgy,
pyrometallurgy,
direct
recycling,
are
evaluated
for
their
efficiency
metal
recovery
ecological
footprint.
The
technologies
aim
mitigate
adverse
effects
waste,
emphasizing
need
sustainable
scalable
solutions.
research
underscores
importance
ongoing
innovation
electrode
materials
methodologies,
reminding
us
our
responsibility
commitment
finding
implementing
solutions,
this
continuous
improvement
is
crucial
enhance
safety,
ensuring
continued
relevance
evolving
landscape.
