Advances in chemical and materials engineering book series,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 73 - 106
Published: July 5, 2024
Nanoscale
semiconductor
particles
known
as
quantum
dots
have
distinct
electrical
and
optical
characteristics.
Quantum
(QDs)
show
remarkable
promise
in
the
solar
energy
arena
for
enhancing
cell
performance.
Their
adjustable
bandgap
maximizes
use
of
spectrum
raises
overall
efficiency
conversion.
As
they
provide
emission
colours,
QDs
are
also
essential
to
advancement
energy-efficient
light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs).
improve
thermoelectric
materials,
which
makes
it
possible
convert
waste
heat
into
more
effectively.
In
order
increase
charge/discharge
rates,
density,
cycle
life
overall,
being
investigated
batteries
capacitors.
The
potential
supercapacitors
is
examined
this
article.
Furthermore,
their
integration
smart
windows
offers
a
creative
way
control
interior
temperatures
lessen
need
artificial
lighting,
supports
construction
buildings.
Small Methods,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 24, 2025
Abstract
With
their
low
density
and
high
porosity,
aerogels
are
widely
used
as
supporting
frameworks
for
phase
change
materials
(PCMs).
However,
the
host–guest
solid–liquid
phase‐change
systems
often
encounter
difficulties
in
optimizing
balance
between
mechanical
properties
thermal
energy
storage
performance,
intrinsic
advantages
of
not
being
fully
realized.
Herein,
an
aerogel‐functionalization‐PCM
strategy,
a
completely
converse
route
compared
to
traditional
aerogel‐filling‐PCM
method,
toward
lightweight,
flexible
PCM
robust
management
is
developed.
As
proof
concept,
silica
aerogel
particles
(SAPs)
functional
components
added
polyvinyl
alcohol‐polyethylene
glycol
network
produce
composite
PCMs.
The
addition
SAP
reduces
PCM's
latent
heat
by
25%
but
significantly
decreases
heating
rate
190%
enhances
insulation
147%,
achieving
28
°C
temperature
drop
at
80
°C.
This
work
provides
fresh
perspective
on
design
thermally
PCMs
demonstrates
feasibility
enhancing
protection
under
reduced
conditions.
Batteries,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(4), P. 144 - 144
Published: April 7, 2025
The
extensive
use
of
lithium-ion
batteries
and
other
energy
storage
systems
(ESS)
in
recent
years
has
resulted
a
critical
need
for
effective
thermal
management
solutions
that
ensure
safe
reliable
operations.
Carbon-based
materials
(C-bMs)
are
promising
candidate
addressing
the
challenges
ESS
due
to
their
unique
thermal,
electrical,
structural
properties.
This
article
provides
concise
overview
C-bM
improved
battery
safety.
key
requirements
failure
modes
associated
with
highlighted,
underscoring
importance
(BTM).
Various
forms
C-bMs,
including
graphite,
graphene,
carbon
nanotubes,
foams,
nanodiamonds,
graphdiyne,
examined
potential
applications
systems.
innovations
advancements
solutions,
such
as
phase
change
composites,
heat
pipes,
interface
materials,
highlighted.
Furthermore,
latest
research
trends
focus
mainly
on
development
hybrid
carbon-based
aerogels,
complex
structures
tailored
pathways
optimized
management.
Most
current
still
at
laboratory
scale;
hence,
future
efforts
will
be
focused
developing
integrated
multi-functional
sustainable
scalable
manufacturing
techniques,
self-healing
C-bMs
intelligent
further
explorations
uncommon
C-bMs.
These
bound
enhance
performance,
sustainability,
application-specific
adaptations
BTM.
valuable
insights
researchers,
stakeholders
interested
leveraging
