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Title: Two-dimensional model for thermal energy storage in a phase-changing material interacting with a heat-carrying fluid

Journal Article · · Am. Soc. Mech. Eng., (Pap.); (United States)
OSTI ID:5085224

The paper presents a two-dimensional model for melting (or solidification) of a phase-changing material (PCM) surrounding a pipe. A fluid flowing in the pipe is used as a carrier of heat from a distant source. A multitude of such pipes with a suitable PCM around them can serve as a heat storage unit for solar or other applications. The present model takes into consideration temperature variations in two dimensions. 9 refs.

Research Organization:
Oak Ridge Natl Lab, TN
OSTI ID:
5085224
Journal Information:
Am. Soc. Mech. Eng., (Pap.); (United States), Vol. 81-WA/HT-35
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English