Superior encapsulation technology is important for PSCs to prolong their lifetime and realize commercial application. Paraffin/EVA/paraffin composite encapsulated layers were fabricated with the ambient environment under thermal temperature of 80°C, which has advantages simple procedures low cost. paraffin/EVA/paraffin pure EVA maintained 95 45% initial power conversion efficiency (PCE) aged 10...

This paper reviews the stability, heat transfer efficiency and photothermal conversion optimization studies of solid-liquid phase change materials applied to water heaters. Suggestions prospects were proposed. The study shows that PCMs are mostly filled in tank, thermal storage devices or solar collector heater system with paraffin wax, addition can significantly improve performance. Further in...

We present a novel and simple method for inducing cell death. Cells placed in contact with paraffin or other hydrophobic-hydrocarbon substances die. Cell death can be the result of apoptosis, which is also known as programmed cell death (PCD). In apoptosis, cells shrink and undergo both disintegration of the nucleoli and nuclear fragmentation (2). In necrosis, cells swell and disintegrate. Apop...

Abstract Solid lubrication in tribological applications was studied on hard metal specimens with micropits fabricated using injection molding (MIM). This study investigated synergy effects of paraffin wax mixed 5 wt% MoS 2 the lubricating potential both under normal and elevated temperatures. Pin-on-plate sliding tests were performed a CSM tribometer which WC–Co pins oscillated against microstr...

We propose a conceptual study of prototype strained hydrocarbon molecules as high energy density additives for hybrid rocket fuels to boost the performance of these rockets without compromising safety and reliability. Use of these additives could extend the range of applications for which hybrid rockets become an attractive alternative to conventional solid or liquid fuel rockets. The objective...

The article is devoted to the study of influence asphalt-resin-paraffin deposits on temperature oil saturation by paraffin. As a result analysis and generalization published works statistical information, empirical dependences paraffin content asphaltenes, resins paraffin, were obtained, which identified for conditions Ural-Volga region Kazakhstan

Despite their potential to reduce energy consumption in buildings and increase user's comfort, the general application of smart windows is currently hampered by economic technological factors. To overcome these limitations, herein we report a new strategy for fabrication thermoresponsive based on polymer films loaded with paraffin nanoparticles. Proper selection components allows refractive ind...