Applications of biomimetic design in phase change energy storage technology: Materials, structures, and systems

Key Points

• Biomimetic design significantly improves the phase change materials used in energy storage systems, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Research emphasizes the potential for these innovative materials, which can store and release thermal energy more effectively than traditional methods.
• This observational analysis investigates the integration of biomimetic structures into existing energy storage technologies and their implications for sustainability.
• The findings highlight the need for further studies to optimize biomimetic materials and systems in diverse energy applications.