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Promising and Potential Applications of Phase Change Materials in the Cold Chain: A Systematic Review

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 18 Oct 2022Publisher:MDPI AGJournal:Energies, volume 15, page 7,683 (eissn: 1996-1073,

Authors: Adhiyaman Ilangovan; Samia Hamdane; Pedro D. Silva; Pedro D. Gaspar; Luís Pires;

doi: 10.3390/en15207683

Promising and Potential Applications of Phase Change Materials in the Cold Chain: A Systematic Review

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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.

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Technology, T, thermal energy storage, post-harvest storage, phase change materials, cold chain app

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