Fire-retardant phase-change material composites: A review of organic and inorganic systems for thermal safety

Key Points

• Fire-retardant composites enhance thermal safety through improved phase-change materials that help mitigate heat.
• The review identifies key thermal properties from both organic and inorganic systems, indicating potential applications.
• Analysis of these materials reveals that both types can effectively improve safety by delaying ignition and heat transfer.
• Further exploration of these systems is essential to improve material efficiency and safety in various applications.