Biomimetic Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage
Figen Balo, Lutfu S.Sua
For thermal energy storage applications, this study explores the integration of biomimetic principles into the growth and selection of phase change materials, particularly in the context of solar energy mechanisms. Results show the potential of certain bio-inspired composite materials in bridging the gap between laboratory research and practical deployment. These materials demonstrate enhanced thermal storage performance while aligning with sustainability goals. The study emphasizes the importance of systems-level evaluation in addressing remaining challenges, including thermal conductivity limitations, material stability, and integration strategies.By combining biomimicry with advanced decision-making frameworks, this research contributes to the evolving landscape of renewable energy materials and lays the foundation for future innovations in smart, adaptive, and eco-efficient thermal storage solutions.
Keywords
Thermal Energy Storage, Biomimetic Phase Change Materials, Bio-inspired Thermal Management, Solar Absorptance, Biomicry
Published online , 20 pages
Citation: Figen Balo, Lutfu S.Sua, Biomimetic Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage, Materials Research Foundations, Vol. 193, pp 160-179, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644904350-7
Part of the book on Biomimetic
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