Comments on Thermal Physical Properties Testing Methods of Phase Change Materials. (31st October 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Xie, Jingchao; Li, Yue; Wang, Weilun; Pan, Song; Cui, Na; Liu, Jiaping
• Other Names: Li Xianting Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Advances in mechanical engineering. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-10-31
• Subjects: Mechanical engineering -- Periodicals; 621.05
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/695762
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-8132

Abstract

Abstract : There is no standard testing method of the thermal physical properties of phase change materials (PCM). This paper has shown advancements in this field. Developments and achievements in thermal physical properties testing methods of PCM were commented, including differential scanning calorimetry, T-history measurement, the water bath method, and differential thermal analysis. Testing principles, advantages and disadvantages, and important points for attention of each method were discussed. A foundation for standardized testing methods for PCM was made.