Numerical model and experimental validation of heat storage with phase change materials
Bony, J. and Citherlet, S.
2007 Energy and Buildings, 39(10): 1065-1072
PCM; TRNSYS; Heat transfer; Latent heat; Solar energy
Bony, J. and Citherlet, S., (2007), "Numerical model and experimental validation of heat storage with phase change materials", Energy and Buildings, 39(10): 1065-1072.
Abstract:
This paper describes the numeric model developed to simulate heat transfer in phase change materials (PCM) plunged in water tank storage. This model, based on the enthalpy approach, takes into account the conduction and the convection into PCM as well as at the interface between PCM and water of the storage. Furthermore, hysterisis and subcooling are also included. This model has been implemented in an existing TRNSYS type of water tank storage. It allows the simulation of a water storage tank filled with PCM modules made of different materials and different shapes such as cylinders, plates or spheres bed. Comparisons between measurements and simulations has been undertake to evaluate the potential of this model.
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