| Issue |
EPJ Web Conf.
Volume 363, 2026
International Conference on Low-Carbon Development and Materials for Solar Energy (ICLDMS’26)
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| Article Number | 01007 | |
| Number of page(s) | 14 | |
| Section | Energy Materials | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202636301007 | |
| Published online | 16 April 2026 | |
https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202636301007
Exploration and investigation of energy harvesting from organic PCM- paraffin wax and coconut oil
1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Saveetha Engineering College (Autonomous), Chennai, India.
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rajalakshmi Engineering College (Autonomous), Chennai, India.
3 Department of Chemical Engineering,Saveetha Engineering College (Autonomous), Chennai, India.
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Published online: 16 April 2026
Abstract
The preservation of the environment through eco-friendly systems is crucial in various industries such as food, cosmetics, lifestyle, and storage. In recent times, there have been significant technological advancements in cooling systems that provide specific cooling for different applications while reducing electricity consumption. A critical consideration in these methodologies is the reduction of electricity usage. This study focuses on the use of an additional setup or system to maintain temperatures or provide cooling when electricity is not available. Specifically, it explores the usage of latent heat storages, including PCM, in various applications, their properties, types, and selection criteria. Additionally, it provides guidelines for calculating the necessary quantity of PCM for load and other cold storage applications.
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