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The review aims to explore the roles and advancements of polymers in phase change materials for thermal energy storage.

Advancements in polymer-based phase change materials for thermal energy storage: a systematic review

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Systematic review examines polymeric phase change materials for energy storage, highlighting synthesis methods and thermal properties.

The review aims to explore the roles and advancements of polymers in phase change materials for thermal energy storage.
Conducted a systematic review following PRISMA methodology.
Analyzed literature from January 2019 to August 2024.
Classified polymers based on synthesis techniques and thermal properties.
In situ emulsion polymerization found to significantly improve thermal stability.
Polyethylene glycol and polystyrene identified as leading materials for PCMs.
Nanocomposite strategies shown to enhance thermal conductivity and mechanical strength.

Al-Mahmodi et al. (2026) studied this question.

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