Materials and Technologies for Passive Thermal Management

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge approaches to managing heat without active energy input. The book combines foundational knowledge with innovative solutions, making it an indispensable resource for engineers, researchers, and students. The key features include: A thorough analysis of materials harnessing phase transitions to store and release thermal energy and composites for improved physical, chemical, and thermal properties improves efficiency in applications like electronics, construction, and renewable energy. Insights into radiative cooling, advancement in materials, and systems enabling sustainable cooling solutions for buildings, devices, and more. Comprehensive coverage of the topic: detailed discussions of advanced materials, their thermal properties, and applications. Practical examples and illustrations that connect theory to practice. Emphasis on environmentally friendly and energy-efficient technologies to address global challenges. This book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to design, analyze, and apply passive thermal management strategies for enhanced performance and sustainability.