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An experimental investigation into the use of biomimetic methods for thermal regulation and heat retention with PCMs in buildings

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  • Huang, Ming Jun
  • Hewitt, Neil J.

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To meet the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, integrating renewable energy into building energy supplies is a key solution, particularly through the application of solar energy. Due to the intermittent nature of solar energy, effective thermal regulation and heat transfer using thermal mass materials play critical roles in energy efficiency, safety, and performance in building applications. For solar electricity production in building integration, the high temperatures in Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) need to be regulated to avoid the reduction of solar power conversion efficiency and to maximize the utilization of excess thermal energy. This requires effective energy charging and discharging to meet energy demands.

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  • Huang, Ming Jun & Hewitt, Neil J., 2024. "An experimental investigation into the use of biomimetic methods for thermal regulation and heat retention with PCMs in buildings," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 236(C).
  • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:236:y:2024:i:c:s0960148124015039
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2024.121435
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