Improving system performance of the refrigeration unit using phase change material (PCM) for transport refrigerated vehicles: An experimental investigation in South China

Liu, Guanghai; Li, Qingting; Wu, Junzhang; Xie, Renchao; Zou, Yifeng; Marson, Alessandro; Scipioni, Antonio; Manzardo, Alessandro

doi:10.1016/j.est.2022.104435

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“…Liu G [148] et al proposed a novel phase-change cold storage device (PCCSU) for refrigerated trucks, consisting of 24 stainless steel panels encapsulating PCM with a specific distance between each panel. The working principle is illustrated in Figure 12a.…”

Section: Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Transportationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Micro/Nano Encapsulated Phase Change Materials: Preparation, Principle, and Emerging Advances in Medical Field

Yuan,

Chen,

Qin

et al. 2024

Adv Funct Materials

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Due to the unique thermal absorption and release capabilities, phase‐change materials (PCMs) are used in various industrial fields, such as photo‐thermal storage and building‐energy saving. In recent years, more and more research has been dedicated to applying PCMs to the medical field with substantial progress, opening new avenues for disease treatment and healthcare. The safety and reliability of PCMs may be taken into serious consider for continuous application in the medical field, while the relevant review on the related development is currently lacking. In this work, the methods for enhancing the applicability and reliability of PCMs in the medical field are systematically summarized, including microencapsulation, electrospinning technology, and porous framework encapsulation, which effectively address the issues of liquid leakage. Subsequently, the emerging advances of PCMs in medical healthcare, including medical dressings treatment, drug delivery, cold chain transport, and bio‐bone cement are summarized. By exploring and analyzing the encapsulation methods, principles as well as the emerging advances of PCMs in medical field, the challenges and perspectives promoting the applications are identified, presenting the guidelines for further development.

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Section: Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Transportationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…During operation, the inverter fan transfers cold energy from PCCSU to the interior of the carriage while drawing hot air into PCCSU, thereby maintaining a lower temperature inside and achieving effective cooling. When [148] Copyright 2022, Elsevier. b) A photo of the cold chain portable box.…”

Section: Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Transportationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Micro/Nano Encapsulated Phase Change Materials: Preparation, Principle, and Emerging Advances in Medical Field

Yuan,

Chen,

Qin

et al. 2024

Adv Funct Materials

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“…Liu et al [103] developed a Phase Change Cold Storage Unit (PCCSU) and installed it inside the insulated compartment of a refrigerated vehicle, as depicted in Fig. 21.…”

Section: Refrigeration System Equipped With Pcmmentioning

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Thermal Storage Based on Phase Change Materials (Pcms) for Refrigerated Transport and Distribution Applications Along the Cold Chain: A Review

Calati¹,

Hooman

Mancin³

2022

SSRN Journal

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“…They investigate the influence of parameters such as PCM melting point, mass, and position, as well as insulation materials and external temperatures, on temperature control, energy consumption, and air/product temperatures. Additionally, Liu et al 20 proposes a phase change cold storage unit (PCCSU) for transport refrigerated vehicles, improving temperature control performance and allowing different temperature settings. Radhi et al 21 studies a PV solar‐powered domestic chest freezer with PCM incorporated as TES, reducing compressor running time and improving temperature maintenance during power outages.…”

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Design and analysis of a solar‐powered refrigeration system with thermal energy storage for efficient storage of scorpion antivenom

Abuelnour,

Abuelnuor,

El‐Kawi

2024

Energy Storage

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This study investigates the use of a saltwater (sodium chloride and water) solution as a phase change material (PCM) in a small fridge for storing scorpion antivenom in Sudan's northern state. The experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the PCM in maintaining suitable storage temperature which 3 ± 2°C. By adding salt to the water, the freezing point decreased, enabling the solution to absorb more heat energy because the heat capacity of the saltwater solution is higher than the saltwater ice phase. The base case maintained (2310 g of water only) an average temperature of 9.5°C, while Case 1 (35 g of salt in 2310 g of water) reached 7°C and Case 2 (70 g of salt in 2310 g of water) achieved 5°C. Increasing the amount of saltwater solution led to improved heat absorption. Case 5 (70 g of salt in 4950 g of water) achieved an optimal storage temperature of 4°C. The relationship between outside and inside temperatures showed stable maintenance after initial melting, with a slight increase of approximately 1.5°C. These findings demonstrate the potential of solar‐powered fridge with PCM for reliable medication storage in remote areas. By optimizing salt concentration and quantity, temperature‐sensitive medications can be stored effectively, improving availability and quality.

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Improving system performance of the refrigeration unit using phase change material (PCM) for transport refrigerated vehicles: An experimental investigation in South China

Cited by 25 publications

References 18 publications

Micro/Nano Encapsulated Phase Change Materials: Preparation, Principle, and Emerging Advances in Medical Field

Micro/Nano Encapsulated Phase Change Materials: Preparation, Principle, and Emerging Advances in Medical Field

Thermal Storage Based on Phase Change Materials (Pcms) for Refrigerated Transport and Distribution Applications Along the Cold Chain: A Review

Design and analysis of a solar‐powered refrigeration system with thermal energy storage for efficient storage of scorpion antivenom

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