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Experimental Study of an Enhanced Phase Change Material of Paraffin/Expanded Graphite/Nano-Metal Particles for a Personal Cooling System. [PDF]
Materials (Basel), 2020 A composite phase change material (PCM) was prepared by incorporating paraffin (PA) with expanded graphite (EG) and nano-metal particles to improve the thermal conductivity and reduce the leakage performance of PA once it melts and, consequently, develop
Ma C, Zhang Y, Chen X, Song X, Tang K.
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Experimental Study on the Efficacy of a Novel Personal Cooling Vest Incorporated with Phase Change Materials and Fans. [PDF]
Materials (Basel), 2020 In recent years, personal cooling has aroused much attention because it can achieve both localized high-level thermal comfort and build energy savings.
Ni X +5 more
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A Numerical Analysis of the Cooling Performance of a Hybrid Personal Cooling System (HPCS): Effects of Ambient Temperature and Relative Humidity. [PDF]
Int J Environ Res Public Health, 2020 Hybrid personal cooling systems (HPCS) incorporated with ventilation fans and phase change materials (PCMs) have shown its superior capability for mitigating workers’ heat strain while performing heavy labor work in hot environments. In a previous study,
Xu P, Kang Z, Wang F, Udayraj.
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EnergiesPhase Change Materials (PCMs), among the existing thermal storage technologies, are characterized by higher storage densities than conventional storage systems, and absorb and release thermal energy at nearly constant temperatures.
Francesco Miccoli +4 more
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Engineering, 2022 Personal thermal management is emerging as a promising strategy to provide thermal comfort for the human body while conserving energy. By improving control over the heat dissipating from the human body, personal thermal management can provide effective ...
Yucan Peng +3 more
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Experimental Investigation into the Thermal Performance of Personal Cooling Mechanisms
Applied SciencesEnvironmental conditions, job tasks, and clothing choices influence the thermal comfort of workers. While it is impossible to control outdoor environmental conditions, selecting appropriate clothing for workers is feasible.
Miriam Martinez-Albert +3 more
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Spectrally Selective Nanocomposite Textile for Outdoor Personal Cooling
Advanced Materials, 2018 Outdoor heat stress poses a serious public health threat and curtails industrial labor supply and productivity, thus adversely impacting the wellness and economy of the entire society.
Lili Cai +13 more
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Personal Thermal Management by Radiative Cooling and Heating
Nano-Micro LettersHighlights This review delves into the intricate relationship between thermal models, function-oriented design principles, and practical applications in personal radiative thermal management (PRTM). It provides an in-depth discussion on design strategies
Shidong Xue +5 more
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Nano-Micro LettersHighlights Full-scale structure fabric across 0.3-25 μm was fabricated for enhanced sunlight reflectance (94%) and reduced mid-infrared reflectance (6%). Transmission (25%) and emission (81%) characteristics for thermal radiation release.
Haijiao Yu +9 more
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Applied Sciences, 2021 In recent times, more and more workers are exposed to thermal stress due to climate changes and increased ambient temperature. Demanding physical activities and the use of protective clothing are additional sources of thermal load for workers. Therefore,
Anna Dąbrowska +3 more
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