WEBINAR: Thermal Storage and Management using PCM (Phase Change Material)

Phase Change Materials (PCMs) provide significant thermal energy storage by taking advantage of the latent heat required for the solid-to-liquid and liquid-to-gas phase transition. This approach can help overcome shortfalls of traditional cooling solutions such as forced convection and pumped single-phase which add size, weight and power (SWaP) to the system. When sized correctly for power and mission duration, PCM solutions can be used as lightweight reliable backups or standalone heat sinks. This presentation will provide engineers with an understanding of the challenges and resolutions associated with PCM heat sink design and the tools to implement these solutions into their systems.
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[@SiveFihlani]

Can you please give me different methods of applying pcm on a fabric ?

[@user-ig6bm8wr7o]

what would be the suitable PCM for integration into thermal storage systems (Hot Water Tanks) ?

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

That's an interesting approach. It might make sense to integrate PCM, however, in water tank thermal storage systems, the water is used in a similar fashion as the PCM would be used, in most PCM thermal storage applications. Please reach out to [e-mail] and provide more details on the thermal storage requirements, heat source, tank size and ambient conditions and we'd be happy to review and see if the application could benefit from a PCM solution.

[@hujjatulislam4322]

Hi, Can you share the slides of this video, I need it for my project learning!

[@prasad10sunku]

how to design the heat exchanger of thermal energy storage system?, Is it a hit and trial method or any specific procedure is there?. Please explain
it helps a lot

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Hi @TechGram. Please check out our website for information regarding our question: www.1-act.com/resources/thermal-storage/ If you need additional information, please check out our Contact Us page!

[@prasad10sunku]

Thank you

[@hujjatulislam4322]

Can you suggest me the best PCM for extreme cold(-50 C to 0 C)?

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Hello- There are a lot of PCMs that go that low -50C to 0C). Some are organic hydrocarbons, but most are salt hydrates. I would always suggest an organic hydrocarbon over a salt hydrate because they are not corrosive like salt solutions. As for a particular PCM, it depends on the application. If you'd like to discuss your application, please email us at [e-mail].

[@krishnaraj.v6706]

HELLO FRIEND , i have a doubt.. yes PCM absorb heat when it reach a particular temperature in sink,,, so the battery temperature is maintained,,, but this absorbed heat get rejected immediately when the surrounding temperature is less than melting point,,, the surrounding composed of sink itself,, so that again heat up the battery ,, right ?

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

The melt and freeze temperature for most PCM is identical (or very close), so the PCM will provide cooling when the device is generating heat. Once the heat is removed, it will take time for the PCM to resolidify, which will keep the device near the melt temperature. We hope this helps! If you'd like more information, visit our PCM learning center: www.1-act.com/resources/learning-center/phase-change-material/

[@mechzion01]

@@AdvancedCoolingTech hey, it's not about only maintaining right!..what happened the battery temperature or sink temperature below the melting point, the pcm get solidify by exothermic reaction and it heatup the sink or battery again right

[@tshepipowerhouse9004]

What is the type of PCM that can be used for a refrigerator? Your answer with be highly appreciated

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Hello - There are a number of paraffin wax PCMs that could be used for a refrigerator. You can use our PCM selection tool and calculator to help you decide the best PCM component/material for your application: www.1-act.com/products/pcm-heat-sinks/pcmselection/?hilite=PCM

[@dikoricamora]

Hello i just wanna ask, how do you calculate the void or space that needed for the expansion of PCM? rather how do you know how much volume of pcm will be put into the heat sink?

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

This is pretty complex, and part of the engineering design studies we complete for customers. A short answer would be "During manufacturing, a heat sink module will be completely leak tight which makes it a pressure vessel. Since the PCM volume increases when the PCM melts, a void volume, typically 8 to 15 percent of the total volume, is required to prevent the PCM from bursting." You can use this page as a starting place if you want to learn more: www.1-act.com/innovations/thermal-storage/pcm-heat-sink-design-considerations/

[@dikoricamora]

@@AdvancedCoolingTech okay thanks you!

[@nikhilparasnis2280]

what is the heat loss rate of a paraffin wax if the energy is stored in an insulated tank?

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Hi, Nikhil! If you are still looking for an answer to this question, please visit www.1-act.com and fill out our Contact Form with some additional details about your insulated tank. This will go directly to one of our engineers who can give you an appropriate response!

[@SimpleTek]

@@AdvancedCoolingTech I'd like to know this as well

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

@@SimpleTek If you can fill out a contact form on our website with details about your project we can get back to you with more information. www.1-act.com.

[@ms.shukla412]

Sound is not clear, plz reload with proper volume

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Our apologies, but unfortunately this is the only version we have. If you have any specific questions we can help you with, please visit www.1-ACT.com and fill out our Contact Form!

[@AnkitPal-sl4oc]

He'll sir you have idea about any PCM Is temperature range is 30-60C and also it's nonsoluble with water please reply my question it's very important for my final year project actually I working on this field I hope you understand my problem

[@AdvancedCoolingTech]

Hi Ankit, we do not manufacture PCM, but integrate into full thermal solutions. You will be able to find companies that sell PCMs and have data sheets on available materials.

[@jigarmaheshwari5128]

Have you prepared Physical Model?

[@wafaa9529]

Hello sir, please is there any software that can be used to simulate a thermal energy storage using PCMs

[@jelmervd2l]

What kind of simulator are you looking for? Molecular level or complete system level?

[@wafaa9529]

@@jelmervd2l actually I need both I need one to learn about the best PCM combination and also for the entire system and thank you so much for answering me

[@jelmervd2l]

@@wafaa9529 We use PCM RAL, its not the best but it gets the job done. I don't realy know any other sim options either

[@wafaa9529]

@@jelmervd2l thank you so much, can i find in the internet

[@jelmervd2l]

@@wafaa9529 Yea, but it's not for free :(