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High Thermal Storage Density Of High-Quality Conventional Sensible
Heat Storage Materials - Resist Extreme Temperature Changes With
Excellent Latent Heat Of Phase Change: Military Aviation PCM
Introduction to Phase change materials for military aviation:
-- Basic information
- Military aviation phase change material is a kind of special
material specially used in the field of military aviation,
according to the change of environmental temperature, when the
phase change temperature is reached, the phase change material
begins to phase change, absorb or release a lot of heat, and the
phase change temperature is basically unchanged to maintain the
relatively constant environmental temperature.
-- Material type
1. Solid-liquid phase change material
- This is the most common type of phase change material used in
military aviation.
- When the temperature is raised to the phase transition temperature,
the material changes from a solid to a liquid state, absorbing a
large amount of heat.
- When the temperature drops, it goes back from the liquid to the
solid, releasing heat.
- For example, some organic phase change materials such as paraffin,
fatty acids, etc., and some alloy materials belong to solid-liquid
phase variable materials.
2. Solid-gas phase change materials
- Such materials go directly from solid to gas during the phase
transition process, which absorbs a lot of heat.
- However, due to the large variation in the volume of the gas, it
has relatively few applications in the aviation field, and usually
requires special packaging and control technology.
3. Liquid-gas phase change materials
- The transformation of a liquid into a gas also absorbs a lot of
heat.
- However, the application in the aviation field is also limited,
mainly because the volume and pressure changes of the gas are
difficult to control, and the sealing requirements of the container
are extremely high.
Material characteristics:
1. Good thermal conductivity
- Although the thermal conductivity of the phase change material
itself may be relatively low, its thermal conductivity can be
improved by adding high thermal conductivity fillers or using
special structural design.
- Good thermal conductivity can ensure that the phase change material
responds quickly when absorbing or releasing heat, improving the
efficiency of heat transfer, so as to better achieve temperature
control of aviation equipment.
2. Suitable phase change temperature
- Phase change temperature is one of the key parameters of phase
change materials, for military aviation applications, it is
necessary to select a material whose phase change temperature
matches the operating temperature range of aviation equipment.
- In this way, it can be ensured that the phase change material can
undergo phase change at the right temperature during the operation
of the equipment, and effectively store and release energy.
3. Small volume changes
- During the phase transition process, the volume change of the
material should be as small as possible to avoid affecting the
structure and packaging of the aviation equipment.
- If the volume change is too large, it may lead to problems such as
packaging rupture and leakage of materials, affecting the normal
operation and safety of the equipment.
4. Good repeatability
- Phase change materials need to have good repeatability, that is, to
maintain stable properties after multiple phase change cycles.
- This is important for the long-term use of military aviation
equipment to ensure that phase change materials continue to perform
effective thermal management throughout their service life.
Application cases of materials:
-- Individual thermal protective equipment for pilots
1. Flight suit temperature control
- When flying at high altitudes, pilots face extreme temperature
environments, such as extremely low outside temperatures at high
altitudes, and heat emitted by electronic devices in the cockpit
may cause local temperatures to rise.
- The application of phase change materials in the lining or sandwich
of the flight suit can automatically absorb or release heat
according to temperature changes, maintain the comfortable
temperature of the pilot's body, and reduce the impact of
temperature discomfort on the pilot's operation and health.
- For example, in cold environments, phase change materials from
liquid to solid release heat and provide warmth to the pilot; When
the temperature in the cockpit rises, the phase-change material
absorbs heat and prevents the pilot from overheating.
2. Helmet thermal management
- The pilot's helmet integrates many electronic devices, such as
communication devices, night vision devices, etc., which generate
heat when they work, and can lead to stuffy and uncomfortable heads
when worn for a long time.
- Adding phase change materials to the inside of the helmet can
effectively absorb the heat generated by electronic devices, keep
the head cool, and improve the pilot's wearing comfort and
concentration.
-- Aircraft fuel system temperature regulation
1. Prevent fuel from overheating
- During flight, fuel heats up due to contact with components such as
the engine and air friction.
- Excessive fuel temperature may affect the performance and safety of
the fuel, and even cause hazards such as fire. The phase change
material is wrapped around the fuel line or fuel tank, and when the
fuel temperature rises to the phase change temperature of the phase
change material, the phase change material absorbs heat, reduces
the temperature of the fuel, and prevents the fuel from
overheating.
- For example, when the fighter is carrying out high-intensity flight
training or performing tasks, the temperature regulation function
of this fuel system is particularly important to ensure the normal
supply of fuel and the safe flight of the aircraft.
2. Improve fuel low temperature performance
- When flying at high altitudes or in cold areas, the fluidity of
fuel will be reduced, affecting the supply of fuel and the normal
operation of the engine.
- Using the characteristics of phase change materials to release heat
at low temperatures can provide additional heat to the fuel system,
maintain the fluidity of fuel, and ensure the normal operation of
the aircraft in a low temperature environment.