Thermal Energy Storage (TES) is crucial for sustainability of the energy sector, yet the development of cost-effective, robust materials remains a significant challenge. This study aims at exploring the synthesis and thermal characterization of cement-based composites for seasonal thermochemical energy storage, with the goal to harness the high energy density of hygroscopic salts while mitigating their limitations. We investigate composites with several cement matrices to improve salt-cement compatibility. Furthermore, we investigate the possible incorporation of porous low-cost compounds to enhance porosity and improve economic aspects. As far as the characterization aspects are concerned, we show experimental adsorption isotherms at different temperatures to estimate key material properties like isosteric heat and water uptake, along with the relevant figures of merit such as energy density. Our research leverages on adjustable porosity and affordability of cement as a host matrix for the 'active phase'. We studied two synthesis approaches: traditional dry impregnation and an in-situ technique suitable for cements. The in-situ method, being straightforward and reproducible, permits greater control over salt content. Preliminary cost analysis positions these composites competitively in the market. Although we are still at sub-optimal stage, potential cost reduction of some less popular cement matrices suggests an opportunity for improvement.

Advancing thermochemical storage: synthesis and characterization of cement-based composite materials / Mondello, A; Morciano, M; Lavagna, L; Pavese, M; Chiavazzo, E. - In: JOURNAL OF PHYSICS. CONFERENCE SERIES. - ISSN 1742-6588. - ELETTRONICO. - 2766:(2024), pp. 1-6. (Intervento presentato al convegno 9th European Thermal Sciences Conference (Eurotherm 2024) tenutosi a Lake Bled (SL) nel 10/06/2024 - 13/06/2024) [10.1088/1742-6596/2766/1/012218].

Advancing thermochemical storage: synthesis and characterization of cement-based composite materials

Mondello, A;Morciano, M;Lavagna, L;Pavese, M;Chiavazzo, E
2024

Abstract

Thermal Energy Storage (TES) is crucial for sustainability of the energy sector, yet the development of cost-effective, robust materials remains a significant challenge. This study aims at exploring the synthesis and thermal characterization of cement-based composites for seasonal thermochemical energy storage, with the goal to harness the high energy density of hygroscopic salts while mitigating their limitations. We investigate composites with several cement matrices to improve salt-cement compatibility. Furthermore, we investigate the possible incorporation of porous low-cost compounds to enhance porosity and improve economic aspects. As far as the characterization aspects are concerned, we show experimental adsorption isotherms at different temperatures to estimate key material properties like isosteric heat and water uptake, along with the relevant figures of merit such as energy density. Our research leverages on adjustable porosity and affordability of cement as a host matrix for the 'active phase'. We studied two synthesis approaches: traditional dry impregnation and an in-situ technique suitable for cements. The in-situ method, being straightforward and reproducible, permits greater control over salt content. Preliminary cost analysis positions these composites competitively in the market. Although we are still at sub-optimal stage, potential cost reduction of some less popular cement matrices suggests an opportunity for improvement.
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