LAPSE:2023.8843
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LAPSE:2023.8843
Promising and Potential Applications of Phase Change Materials in the Cold Chain: A Systematic Review
February 24, 2023
Abstract
Appropriate measures have been taken to reduce energy requirements for cold chain applications. Thermal energy storage is an accepted method to reduce the need for electrical energy after harvesting fresh horticultural produce. The use of phase change materials (PCM) in postharvest storage, outside of a temperature-controlled environment, extends shelf life and keeps food at the ideal temperature. This review focuses on the various trials using PCM to improve cold chain effectiveness. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each type of storage using different PCM, as well as the likely and potentially promising applications of thermal energy storage in the cold chain.
Appropriate measures have been taken to reduce energy requirements for cold chain applications. Thermal energy storage is an accepted method to reduce the need for electrical energy after harvesting fresh horticultural produce. The use of phase change materials (PCM) in postharvest storage, outside of a temperature-controlled environment, extends shelf life and keeps food at the ideal temperature. This review focuses on the various trials using PCM to improve cold chain effectiveness. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each type of storage using different PCM, as well as the likely and potentially promising applications of thermal energy storage in the cold chain.
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cold chain app, phase change materials, post-harvest storage, thermal energy storage
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Ilangovan A, Hamdane S, Silva PD, Gaspar PD, Pires L. Promising and Potential Applications of Phase Change Materials in the Cold Chain: A Systematic Review. (2023). LAPSE:2023.8843
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Ilangovan A: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal
Hamdane S: C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering (LGM), Mohamed Khider University, BP145, Biskra 07000, Algeria
Silva PD: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Gaspar PD: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Pires L: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Hamdane S: C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering (LGM), Mohamed Khider University, BP145, Biskra 07000, Algeria
Silva PD: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Gaspar PD: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Pires L: Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Rua Marquês d’Ávila e Bolama, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal; C-MAST-Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technologies, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal [ORCID]
Journal Name
Energies
Volume
15
Issue
20
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7683
Year
2022
Publication Date
2022-10-18
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1996-1073
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