This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the use of solid-liquid phase change
materials to store significant amounts of energy in the latent heat of fusion. The proper
selection of materials for different applications is covered in detail as is the use of high
conductivity additives to enhance thermal diffusivity. Dr. Fleischer explores how applications
of PCMS have expanded over the past 10 years to include the development of high efficiency
building materials to reduce heating and cooling needs smart material design for clothing
portable electronic systems thermal management solar thermal power plant design and many
others. Additional future research directions and challenges are also discussed.
