Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability

Thermal energy storage (TES) is a key technology for optimizing energy utilization by bridging the gap between supply and demand. Salt-hydrated phase change materials (SPCMs) have gained significant attention due to their high thermal conductivity and ability to enhance thermal effectiveness. Howeve...

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Main Authors: Yadav, Aman, Samykano, Mahendran, Pandey, Adarsh Kumar, Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik, Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar, Ponnambalam, S. G.
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Online Access:https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45706/
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author Yadav, Aman
Samykano, Mahendran
Pandey, Adarsh Kumar
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar
Ponnambalam, S. G.
author_facet Yadav, Aman
Samykano, Mahendran
Pandey, Adarsh Kumar
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar
Ponnambalam, S. G.
author_sort Yadav, Aman
building UMP Institutional Repository
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description Thermal energy storage (TES) is a key technology for optimizing energy utilization by bridging the gap between supply and demand. Salt-hydrated phase change materials (SPCMs) have gained significant attention due to their high thermal conductivity and ability to enhance thermal effectiveness. However, SPCMs have low thermal stability and phase separation problems, which hinder their practical application. Hence, current research proposes an advanced SPCM composite incorporating synthesized battery waste particles as a cost-effective and efficient approach to overcoming these limitations. The battery waste particles were synthesized through a simple and effective method and subsequently integrated into the SPCM matrix via ultrasonication. Comprehensive thermal characterization was conducted to evaluate the suitability of the developed composite for TES applications. Experimental findings revealed that the composite exhibited a maximum thermal conductivity of 0.94 W/mK and a latent heat capacity of 88.67 J/g, signifying a 104.34 % improvement in thermal conductivity over conventional PCM. Long-term thermal stability was assessed through 500 charge–discharge cycles, confirming the material’s durability. Additionally, corrosion resistance tests demonstrated a lower corrosion rate than the base SPCM. These results indicate that battery waste-derived SPCM composites offer a promising solution for enhancing TES performance, stability, and longevity.
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spelling ump-457062025-09-23T06:50:52Z https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45706/ Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability Yadav, Aman Samykano, Mahendran Pandey, Adarsh Kumar Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar Ponnambalam, S. G. TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery Thermal energy storage (TES) is a key technology for optimizing energy utilization by bridging the gap between supply and demand. Salt-hydrated phase change materials (SPCMs) have gained significant attention due to their high thermal conductivity and ability to enhance thermal effectiveness. However, SPCMs have low thermal stability and phase separation problems, which hinder their practical application. Hence, current research proposes an advanced SPCM composite incorporating synthesized battery waste particles as a cost-effective and efficient approach to overcoming these limitations. The battery waste particles were synthesized through a simple and effective method and subsequently integrated into the SPCM matrix via ultrasonication. Comprehensive thermal characterization was conducted to evaluate the suitability of the developed composite for TES applications. Experimental findings revealed that the composite exhibited a maximum thermal conductivity of 0.94 W/mK and a latent heat capacity of 88.67 J/g, signifying a 104.34 % improvement in thermal conductivity over conventional PCM. Long-term thermal stability was assessed through 500 charge–discharge cycles, confirming the material’s durability. Additionally, corrosion resistance tests demonstrated a lower corrosion rate than the base SPCM. These results indicate that battery waste-derived SPCM composites offer a promising solution for enhancing TES performance, stability, and longevity. Elsevier Ltd 2025 Article PeerReviewed pdf en https://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45706/1/Advanced%20nano-graphite-infused%20salt-hydrated%20phase%20change%20materials.pdf Yadav, Aman and Samykano, Mahendran and Pandey, Adarsh Kumar and Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik and Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar and Ponnambalam, S. G. (2025) Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 62 (103621). pp. 1-15. ISSN 2451-9049. (Published) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2025.103621 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2025.103621 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2025.103621
spellingShingle TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
Yadav, Aman
Samykano, Mahendran
Pandey, Adarsh Kumar
Suraparaju, Subbarama Kousik
Natarajan, Sendhil Kumar
Ponnambalam, S. G.
Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title_full Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title_fullStr Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title_full_unstemmed Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title_short Advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
title_sort advanced nano-graphite-infused salt-hydrated phase change materials derived from recycled waste for enhancing thermal energy storage with exceptional thermal stability
topic TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
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