El almacenamiento de energía térmica (TES) captura calor o frío mediante tres mecanismos fundamentales: almacenamiento sensible en materiales como agua, roca o sales fundidas; almacenamiento latente a través de transiciones de fase en materiales de cambio de fase (PCM); y almacenamiento termoquímico mediante reacciones reversibles en hidruros metálicos, zeolitas o sistemas de ciclo de calcio. La capacidad de almacenamiento, la eficiencia del ciclo de carga y descarga, la retención de exergía y la gestión de las pérdidas térmicas definen el rendimiento del sistema en escalas de tiempo que van desde el almacenamiento diurno hasta el almacenamiento intertemporal.
Integration contexts span energía solar concentrada power with molten salt two-tank configurations, district heating networks, industrial waste heat recovery, and absorption cooling. Packed bed regenerators, thermocline tanks, aquifer and borehole systems extend the design space further.
Esta página recopila las últimas publicaciones revisadas por pares y las patentes concedidas en todo el espectro técnico de TES:
Esta es nuestra última selección de publicaciones y patentes mundiales en inglés sobre almacenamiento de energía térmica (TES), entre muchas revistas científicas en línea, clasificadas y enfocadas en almacenamiento de calor sensible, almacenamiento de calor latente, almacenamiento termoquímico, almacenamiento térmico estratificado, regenerador de lecho empacado, almacenamiento de sales fundidas, sales fundidas de dos tanques, termoclina de un solo tanque, almacenamiento de lecho de roca, almacenamiento de energía térmica de acuífero, almacenamiento de energía térmica de pozo, almacenamiento térmico estacional, integración de calefacción de distrito, fluido de transferencia de calor, ciclo de carga y descarga, estratificación térmica, eficiencia de exergía, densidad de capacidad de almacenamiento, pérdida térmica, rendimiento de aislamiento, integración solar térmica, acoplamiento de ciclo Rankine, acoplamiento de enfriador de absorción, reacción termoquímica reversible, almacenamiento de hidruro metálico, almacenamiento de sorción de zeolita, bucle de calcio, lecho de PCM encapsulado, efectividad del intercambiador de calor, trinquete térmico y almacenamiento de energía térmica.
Method for the liquid immersion cooling of an electronic component
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026104383 by PERSTORP AB [SE] (Farzaneh Amir [se], Olofsson Martin [se])
Abstract: The invention relates to a new and improved method for the liquid immersion cooling of an electronic component with improved sustainability and longevity of the ester fluids used therein as heat transfer fluids.[...]
Our summary: This invention presents a method for liquid immersion cooling of electronic components. It enhances the sustainability of ester fluids used as heat transfer fluids. The method aims to improve the longevity of these fluids in cooling applications.
liquid immersion cooling, electronic components, heat transfer fluids, sustainability
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Particle-containing thermal barrier materials comprising microglass fibers and/or synthetic fibers
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in US under Ref US20260139419 by HOLLINGSWORTH & VOSE CO [US] (Jiang Zhiping [us], Basavaraju Girisha [in])
Abstract: [0000] Thermal barrier materials are generally described. The thermal barrier materials described herein can have a number of advantages. For example, in some embodiments, a thermal barrier material has desirable thermal properties, such as low thermal conductivity and/or high thermal stability. As another example, in some embodiments, a thermal barrier material has desirable structural properties, such as having a high porosity, high pore tortuosity, and/or a low air permeability. In some embod[...]
Our summary: The described thermal barrier materials incorporate microglass and/or synthetic fibers. They exhibit low thermal conductivity and high thermal stability. Additionally, these materials possess enhanced structural properties, improving mechanical resiliency and thermal insulation performance.
thermal barrier materials, microglass fibers, thermal conductivity, mechanical resiliency
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Heat transfer plate feature geometry
Patent published on the 2026-05-20 in GB under Ref GB2701900 by JAGUAR LAND ROVER LTD [GB] (Syed Mudhasir [gb], Alvaro Dopazo Cortegoso [gb], Mehaul Goswami [gb], Ellen Axcell [gb], Alan Robertson [gb], Roberto Nigra [gb], Ben Faulkner [gb])
Abstract: A vehicle battery assembly heat transfer plate comprising: two side portions (410, 430) each comprising an opening 416, 436 and at least one first channel 414, 434; a main portion 420 comprising at least one second channel 424, arranged between the two side portions 410, 430 so a heat transfer fluid flows from the first side portion opening to the second side portion opening via the at least one first channel and the second channel; wherein, for each first channel of each side portion, said firs[...]
Our summary: The vehicle battery assembly features a heat transfer plate with two side portions and a main portion. Each side portion includes openings and first channels for fluid flow, designed based on specific geometric parameters. The manufacturing method incorporates these design considerations for optimal performance.
heat transfer, vehicle battery, channel geometry, fluid dynamics
Patent
Continuous-operation installation for thermal biomass processing
Patent published on the 2026-05-20 in UA under Ref UA163063U by MALIK IVAN KOSTIANTYNOVYCH [UA] (Malik Ivan Kostiantynovych [ua])
Abstract: Continuous-operation installation for thermal biomass processing comprises furnace housing with working chamber located inside housing, which has heat transfer channels and feed channels interconnected in the direction of heat transfer, wherein raw material channels are located between the heat transfer fluid channels, and each adjacent heat transfer fluid channel and raw material channel share a common heat-conducting wall. Channels for supplying air to heat transfer fluid channels are connecte[...]
Our summary: The installation processes thermal biomass continuously. It features interconnected heat transfer and raw material channels. An automated control system regulates fluid and air flow based on temperature measurements.
thermal biomass processing, continuous-operation installation, heat transfer channels, automated control system
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Heating apparatus and method for industrial use
Patent published on the 2026-05-14 in AU under Ref AU2024377846 by SNF GROUP (Bombardi Danilo)
Abstract: An industrial apparatus comprising: - a circuit in which a operating fluid circulates; said circuit comprising a means for heating the operating fluid and being deprived of evaporator, - a circulating line in which a heat transfer fluid circulates; the circulating line being closed on itself; the flow rate of the heat transfer fluid in said circulating line being comprised between 10 and 500 m3/h, - a first heat exchanger; the first heat exchanger placing said circuit and said circulating line i[...]
Our summary: The apparatus features a circuit for circulating an operating fluid heated without an evaporator. It includes a closed circulating line for a heat transfer fluid with a specified flow rate. A first heat exchanger connects the two circuits thermally, while a second heat exchanger is integrated into the industrial heater.
Heating apparatus, industrial use, heat exchanger, piston pump
Patent
Hydrogen fueling system
Patent published on the 2026-05-07 in WO under Ref WO2026093161 by GRZ TECH SA [CH] (Schuller Arnaud [ch], Sun Tai [ch], Mehta Harshit [ch], Patel Bhargav [ch], Adler Ernst [ch], Gallandat Noris [ch])
Abstract: A hydrogen fueling system comprising a control system, a hydrogen storage unit, a cooling system, a heating system, and a heat transfer fluid circuit interconnecting the hydrogen storage unit to the cooling system and the heating system, the hydrogen fueling system configured for receiving hydrogen from a hydrogen source at a first pressure through a hydrogen inlet (11i) and outputting hydrogen at a second pressure higher that the first pressure through a hydrogen outlet, the hydrogen storage un[...]
Our summary: The hydrogen fueling system includes a control system, hydrogen storage unit, cooling system, and heating system. It receives hydrogen at a first pressure and outputs it at a higher second pressure. The thermal energy storage unit ensures sufficient thermal energy for hydrogen desorption and compression.
Hydrogen fueling, control system, thermal energy storage, metal hydride
Patent
Development and Evaluation of an Integrated Phase Change Material Oriented Strand Board for Thermal Energy Storage in Building Walls
Published on 2026-02-02 by Layla Muhsan Hasan, Sanjeev Khanna @MDPI
Abstract: In this study, a phase change material (PCM) in the form of technical-grade octadecane and oriented strand boards (OSBs), which are boards made from wood strands, are used to develop a latent heat storage board with the aim of utilizing this material in building construction while lowering energy consumption. The incorporation of PCM into buildings is difficult for several reasons, including the organic phase material’s flammability and leakage during phase change. These obstacles [...]
Our summary: This study develops a shape-stabilized phase change material oriented strand board (SSPCM-OSB) for thermal energy storage in building walls. The integration of PCM into OSBs addresses challenges such as flammability and leakage. Extensive testing shows that SSPCM-OSB has lower heat flux and comparable flammability to conventional OSB.
Phase Change Material, Oriented Strand Board, Thermal Energy Storage, Building Construction
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Impacts of Metallic Charged Particles and New Challenges from Eco-Friendly Insulating Gases
Published on 2026-01-30 by Bowen Tang, Yi Xu, Ran Zhuo, Ju Tang @MDPI
Abstract: High-voltage direct current gas-insulated equipment (HVDC GIE) is becoming a key component in DC transmission systems due to its compactness and reliability, particularly for cost-effective offshore wind power integration. However, its reliability is compromised by surface charge accumulation at the gas–solid interface—a problem intensified by metallic contaminants and the adoption of eco-friendly gas mixtures. Addressing this challenge requires not only material and [...]
Our summary: This review analyzes the effects of metallic charged particles on high-voltage direct current gas-insulated equipment. It highlights the challenges posed by surface charge accumulation and the use of eco-friendly insulating gases. The study emphasizes the need for material innovations and standardized testing protocols to enhance insulation performance.
HVDC GIE, surface charge accumulation, eco-friendly gases, insulation performance
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