In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition described herein comprises at least 25 wt. % bio-based phase change material (PCM) component or inorganic PCM component and at least 20 wt. % alkane component, wherein the amount of the bio-based PCM component or inorganic PCM component and the amount of the alkane component are based on a total weight of the composition and wherein the alkane component differs from the bio-based PCM component. The bio-based PCM component may comprise a plant-based PCM component, including one or more fatty alcohols, fatty acids, fatty esters, or combinations thereof.
In one aspect, packages are described herein which include a shell and a phase change material disposed in the shell. The shell and the phase change material each have a degradability selected from the group consisting of (a) degradable, (b) biodegradable, (c) industrially compostable, and (d) home compostable. In some embodiments, the shell and the phase change material have the same degradability selected from the foregoing group.
B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
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Panels in the nature of thermal resiliency materials
containing phase change materials for installation in a
temperature controlled container to add thermal mass to
reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency,
and improve thermal or energy resilience of the container.
5.
METHODS OF MAKING SHAPE STABLE PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL COMPOSITIONS
In one aspect, methods of forming a shape stable phase change material are described herein. In some embodiments, such a method comprises combining a first component and a second component to provide a crosslinking matrix, and dispensing the crosslinking matrix into a reaction vessel under conditions whereby the crosslinking matrix crosslinks to form the shape stable phase change material. In some instances, the conditions whereby the crosslinking matrix crosslinks to form the shape stable phase change material comprise a period of time between 1 second and 100 hours. In other such embodiments, the first component is flowable at temperatures above 0°C at 1 atm, and the second component is flowable at temperatures above 0°C at 1 atm. In some instances, the shape stable phase change material is shape stable at temperatures above 0°C at 1 atm.
B01F 23/40 - Mixing liquids with liquidsEmulsifying
B01F 25/21 - Jet mixers, i.e. mixers using high-speed fluid streams with submerged injectors, e.g. nozzles, for injecting high-pressure jets into a large volume or into mixing chambers
C08J 3/00 - Processes of treating or compounding macromolecular substances
C08L 5/00 - Compositions of polysaccharides or of their derivatives not provided for in group or
A PCM-containing composition described herein includes at least the following components: a PCM-containing plasticizer component; and a scaffold component, which may or may not contain a PCM. The latent heat of fusion of the scaffold component used in these compositions is from 50 J/g to 250 J/g less, or from 75 J/g to 250 J/g less, than a latent heat of fusion of the PCM-containing plasticizer component. Also described herein is a method of forming extruded objects that includes extruding an extrusion mixture of a PCM-containing plasticizer component and a scaffold component. The PCM-containing compositions, or extruded objects formed from the composition may be used for controlling temperature and/or storing thermal energy at a desired temperature for a particular end-use, e.g., vaccine storage or transport, pharmaceutical storage or transport, food storage or transport, etc.
Thermal energy management kits are described herein. A thermal energy management kit described herein includes one or more thermal storage cells. Individual thermal storage cells have a container. The container may be formed from a thermally conductive material and has an interior volume. The thermal storage cell further includes a phase change material disposed within the interior volume of the container. Thermal energy management kits described herein may optionally further include one or more mounting structures.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, systems for storing and/or transporting a payload are described herein. In some embodiments, systems have a portable storage vessel having an internal cavity, the internal cavity having: a central zone for receiving the payload; a first cooling zone disposed radially outward from the central recess, with a first phase change material disposed in the first cooling zone; a second cooling zone disposed radially outward from the first cooling zone, with a second phase change material disposed in the second cooling zone, wherein the first phase change material has a first phase transition temperature; wherein the second phase change material has a second phase transition temperature; and wherein the second phase transition temperature is between 10° C. and 15° C. higher than the first phase transition temperature; and wherein each of the first phase transition temperature and the second phase transition temperature are below 0° C.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
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Thermal energy storage materials, namely, panels made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), filled with phase change materials for installation in a temperature controlled container to add thermal mass to reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency, and improve thermal and energy resilience of the container
11.
Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition: comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein which include a first phase change material (PCM) component comprising an organic PCM, a second PCM component comprising an inorganic PCM, and a crosslinker linking the first PCM component to the second PCM component. In another aspect, a thermal energy storage system is described herein which comprises a container, a heat exchanger disposed within the container, and a composition described herein disposed within the container. The heat exchanger and the composition of such thermal energy storage systems are in thermal contact with one another.
In one aspect, temperature control sheets are described herein. In some embodiments, such a sheet comprises a first film; a second film facing opposition to the first film; and a phase change material (PCM) component disposed in between the first film and the second film. The sheet comprises one or more PCM-containing zones in a lateral plane of the sheet and also comprises one or more PCM-free fold or cut zones or lines in the lateral plane of the sheet.
District energy systems, also known as district heating and cooling networks, are utilized to provide distributed heating and cooling through an infrastructure of pipes and connectors from source points to destination addresses. The application of PCM within the network of pipes and connectors and with the surrounding environment improves the thermal regulation goals of transferring thermal energy in fluid form from source to destination, often times over great distances and through varying environmental conditions.
In one aspect, thermal energy storage compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises 0.5-10 wt. % polysaccharide and 88-99.5 wt. % water, wherein the weight percentages are based on the total weight of the composition. Moreover, in some cases, the composition is shape stable at 20° C. and 1 atm.
A61K 47/36 - PolysaccharidesDerivatives thereof, e.g. gums, starch, alginate, dextrin, hyaluronic acid, chitosan, inulin, agar or pectin
A23L 33/125 - Modifying nutritive qualities of foodsDietetic productsPreparation or treatment thereof using additives containing carbohydrate syrupsModifying nutritive qualities of foodsDietetic productsPreparation or treatment thereof using additives containing sugarsModifying nutritive qualities of foodsDietetic productsPreparation or treatment thereof using additives containing sugar alcoholsModifying nutritive qualities of foodsDietetic productsPreparation or treatment thereof using additives containing starch hydrolysates
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
11 - Environmental control apparatus
19 - Non-metallic building materials
Goods & Services
Chemicals, namely, phase change materials. Thermally insulated portable insulated containers for
shipping temperature sensitive goods including, but not
limited to pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological materials,
medical devices and/or diagnostic kits or components
thereof. Non-metal building materials, namely, panels, tubes, and
sheets containing phase change materials for installation to
add thermal mass to reduce temperature fluctuations,
increase energy efficiency, and/or improve thermal or energy
resilience of the structure.
19.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THERMAL MANAGEMENT AND PASSIVE COOLING OF LOCALIZAED HEAT FLUX ZONES
In one aspect, thermal management units are described herein which, in some embodiments, offer one or more advantages compared to other units for managing or controlling thermal energy. In particular, units and systems described herein incorporate one or more phase change materials (PCMs), such as one or more PCMs having a certain phase transition temperature, latent heat, and/or phase transition type. The PCMs are contained in equipment housing with the application of various components to provide management or controlling of thermal energy.
In one aspect, packages are described herein which include a shell and a phase change material disposed in the shell. The shell and the phase change material each have a degradability selected from the group consisting of (a) degradable, (b) biodegradable, (c) industrially compostable, and (d) home compostable. In some embodiments, the shell and the phase change material have the same degradability selected from the foregoing group.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
11 - Environmental control apparatus
19 - Non-metallic building materials
Goods & Services
(1) Chemicals, namely, phase change materials.
(2) Thermally insulated portable insulated containers for shipping temperature sensitive goods including, but not limited to pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological materials, medical devices and/or diagnostic kits or components thereof.
(3) Non-metal building materials, namely, panels, tubes, and sheets containing phase change materials for installation to add thermal mass to reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency, and/or improve thermal or energy resilience of the structure.
22.
Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, thermal management devices are described herein. In some embodiments, the thermal management device is a thermal management plate comprising an exterior surface defining an interior volume, and a thermal management material disposed within the interior volume. Additionally, the plate includes a fill spout. The fill spout (when in an open configuration) provides fluid communication between the interior volume and the external environment of the plate. The exterior surface of the plate includes a front side, a back side, and at least four corners. The fill spout is disposed at one of the corners of the exterior surface. The plate can have a generally polyhedral shape, and the specific shape of the plate is not particularly limited.
In one aspect, systems for storing and/or transporting a payload are described herein. In some embodiments, systems have a portable storage vessel having an internal cavity, the internal cavity having: a central zone for receiving the payload; a first cooling zone disposed radially outward from the central recess, with a first phase change material disposed in the first cooling zone; a second cooling zone disposed radially outward from the first cooling zone, with a second phase change material disposed in the second cooling zone, wherein the first phase change material has a first phase transition temperature; wherein the second phase change material has a second phase transition temperature; and wherein the second phase transition temperature is between 10°C and 15°C higher than the first phase transition temperature; and wherein each of the first phase transition temperature and the second phase transition temperature are below 0°C.
F25D 3/08 - Movable containers portable, i.e. adapted to be carried personally
F25D 11/02 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators with cooling compartments at different temperatures
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
11 - Environmental control apparatus
19 - Non-metallic building materials
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in the manufacture of goods, namely, phase change materials Temperature-controlled portable insulated containers for shipping temperature sensitive goods including, but not limited to pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological materials, medical devices and/or diagnostic kits or components thereof Non-metal building materials, namely, panels, tubes and sheets for installation containing phase change materials, not being insulating materials, to add thermal mass to building envelopes, reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency, and/or improve thermal or energy resilience of the building structure
26.
COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING PHASE CHANGE MATERIALS AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING THE SAME
In one aspect, compositions are described herein which include a first phase change material (PCM) component comprising an organic PCM, a second PCM component comprising an inorganic PCM, and a crosslinker linking the first PCM component to the second PCM component. In another aspect, a thermal energy storage system is described herein which comprises a container, a heat exchanger disposed within the container, and a composition described herein disposed within the container. The heat exchanger and the composition of such thermal energy storage systems are in thermal contact with one another.
F28D 1/03 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators with the heat-exchange conduits immersed in the body of fluid with plate-like or laminated conduits
F28D 20/02 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or using latent heat
F28F 3/14 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels by separating portions of a pair of joined sheets to form channels, e.g. by inflation
F28F 27/02 - Control arrangements or safety devices specially adapted for heat-exchange or heat-transfer apparatus for controlling the distribution of heat-exchange media between different channels
27.
Composite construction panels and applications thereof
In one aspect, composite construction materials are described herein. In some embodiments, a composite construction panel comprises a substrate layer, a cover layer separated from the substrate layer by one or more spacers, and at least one mat disposed between the substrate layer and the cover layer, wherein the mat comprises at least one phase change material disposed in at least one phase change region.
F28D 20/02 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or using latent heat
B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
E04C 2/34 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure composed of two or more spaced sheet-like parts
E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
A62C 35/10 - Containers destroyed or opened by flames or heat
E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
E04C 2/08 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of metal, e.g. sheet metal
E04C 2/20 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of plastics
Various aspects and embodiments of a temperature control cart (100) are disclosed. The temperature control cart (100) comprises a top portion (116) with one or more wells (202), wherein the one or more wells (202) is operable to receive one or more pans (102). The wells (202) are configured to hold pans (102), wherein the pans (102) often contain a payload, such as food or medicine, that requires temperature control. Further, the top portion (116) is disposed in a tank (108) that contains phase change material (PCM). In another aspect, a method for controlling temperature of a payload is disclosed. A temperature control cart (100) is further provided with one or more heat exchangers. Wherein the one or more heat exchangers circulate a heat exchange fluid, thereby heating or cooling the PCM disposed in the tank (108) of the temperature control cart (100) to above or below a transition temperature of the PCM.
In one aspect, temperature control sheets are described herein. In some embodiments, such a sheet comprises a first film; a second film facing opposition to the first film; and a phase change material (PCM) component disposed in between the first film and the second film. The sheet comprises one or more PCM-containing zones in a lateral plane of the sheet and also comprises one or more PCM-free fold or cut zones or lines in the lateral plane of the sheet.
F25D 3/08 - Movable containers portable, i.e. adapted to be carried personally
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
F25D 11/00 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators
30.
THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
In one aspect, thermal energy storage compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises 0.5-10 wt. % polysaccharide and 88-99.5 wt. % water, wherein the weight percentages are based on the total weight of the composition. Moreover, in some cases, the composition is shape stable at 20°C and 1 atm.
District energy systems, also known as district heating and cooling networks, are utilized to provide distributed heating and cooling through an infrastructure of pipes and connectors from source points to destination addresses. The application of PCM within the network of pipes and connectors and with the surrounding environment improves the thermal regulation goals of transferring thermal energy in fluid form from source to destination, often times over great distances and through varying environmental conditions.
In one aspect, thermal management units are described herein which, in some embodiments, offer one or more advantages compared to other units for managing or controlling thermal energy. In particular, units and systems described herein incorporate one or more phase change materials (PCMs), such as one or more PCMs having a certain phase transition temperature, latent heat, and/or phase transition type. The PCMs are contained in equipment housing with the application of various components to provide management or controlling of thermal energy.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm.
C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
C09K 5/06 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to solid or vice-versa
Thermal energy management kits are described herein. A thermal energy management kit described herein includes one or more thermal storage cells. Individual thermal storage cells have a container. The container may be formed from a thermally conductive material and has an interior volume. The thermal storage cell further includes a phase change material disposed within the interior volume of the container. Thermal energy management kits described herein may optionally further include one or more mounting structures.
In one aspect, thermal energy storage systems are described herein. In some embodiments, such a system comprises a container, a heat exchanger disposed within the container, and a phase change material (PCM) disposed within the container. The heat exchanger comprises an inlet pipe, an outlet pipe; and a number n of plates in fluid communication with the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe, wherein n is at least 2. The inlet pipe, outlet pipe, and plates are arranged and connected such that a fluid flowing from the inlet pipe and to the outlet pipe flows through the plates in between the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe. The PCM disposed within the container is also in thermal contact with the plates.
F28D 20/02 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or using latent heat
F28F 3/14 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels by separating portions of a pair of joined sheets to form channels, e.g. by inflation
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
11 - Environmental control apparatus
19 - Non-metallic building materials
35 - Advertising and business services
Goods & Services
Chemicals, namely, phase change materials Temperature-controlled portable insulated containers for shipping temperature sensitive goods including, but not limited to pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological materials, medical devices and/or diagnostic kits or components thereof Non-metal building materials, namely, wall and/or ceiling panels containing phase change materials for installation to add thermal mass to reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency, and/or improve thermal or energy resilience of the structure Business consulting and advisory services, namely, providing thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products to others in the nature of business consulting and advisory services in the field of energy efficiency, construction and built environments, storage and transportation of temperature sensitive goods including, but not limited to food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological material, medical devices, and/or diagnostic kits or components thereof
37.
Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
Subscription-based order fulfillment services in the field of products for thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency; business consulting and advisory services in the field of energy efficiency, construction and built environments
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
35 - Advertising and business services
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in the manufacture of goods, namely, phase change materials Business services, namely, distributorship services in the field of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products; wholesale store services featuring thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products; business consulting and advisory services in the field of energy efficiency, construction and built environments; subscription based order fulfillment services in the field of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products Consulting and advisory services in the field of the storage and transportation of temperature sensitive goods in the nature of food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological material, medical devices, and diagnostic kits or components thereof; Business services, namely, delivery of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
19 - Non-metallic building materials
35 - Advertising and business services
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
Chemicals used in the manufacture of goods, namely, phase change materials Thermal energy storage units and installations in the nature of thermal batteries utilizing heat exchangers and phase change materials for heating, cooling, or waste heat recovery in residential, commercial, and industrial use Temperature controlled carriers, namely, temperature controlled, refrigerated or heated mobile units for the storage and delivery of temperature sensitive goods in the nature of food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological material, medical devices, and diagnostic kits or components thereof Building materials, namely, phase change materials in the nature of non-metal wall, floor, door, and ceiling panels for installation to walls, ceilings, shipping containers, pallets, truck walls, and truck ceilings to add thermal mass to reduce temperature fluctuations, increase energy efficiency, and improve thermal or energy resilience of the structure Business services, namely, wholesale distributorship services in the field of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products; Business services, namely, wholesale store services featuring thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products; subscription-based wholesale store services featuring thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products; Subscription-based order fulfillment services in the field of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products Consulting and advisory services in the field of the storage and transportation of temperature sensitive goods in the nature of food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biological material, medical devices, and diagnostic kits or components thereof; Business services, namely, delivery of thermal storage, energy savings, and thermal resiliency products
41.
CHARGING SYSTEM AND CHARGING CRADLE FOR FOOD TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
In one aspect, a food delivery temperature charging system, temperature charging cradle systems and food transportation system are described herein. In some embodiments, the food delivery temperature charging system contains a temperature charging cradle system including a base unit including a first temperature adjustment unit generating hot or cold air, a backing affixed to the base unit, and a channel duct affixed to the backing, wherein the first temperature adjustment unit is connected to the channel duct so that the channel duct permits free flow of the first temperature medium to a charging station. The food delivery temperature charging system further includes a charging station containing a horizontal shelf for holding a food storage system including a shelf temperature medium portal, which is connected to a channel duct so that the first temperature medium is conveyed from the fully enclosed channel duct to the temperature medium portal.
B65D 65/38 - Packaging materials of special type or form
B65D 81/26 - Adaptations for preventing deterioration or decay of contentsApplications to the container or packaging material of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants with provision for draining away, or absorbing, fluids, e.g. exuded by contentsApplications of corrosion inhibitors or desiccators
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
F25D 3/08 - Movable containers portable, i.e. adapted to be carried personally
In one aspect, food transport systems are described herein. In some embodiments, such a system comprises an interior compartment defined by a floor, one or more side walls, and optionally a lid. The lid has open and closed configurations. The lid, or a bottom surface thereof, is in facing opposition to the floor when the lid is in the closed configuration. The side walls comprise fold lines or seams substantially parallel to the floor. Further, the side walls have reduced thickness or rigidity or self-supporting ability at the fold lines. The interior compartment has an extended configuration and a folded configuration. When the interior compartment is in the extended configuration, the side walls are substantially orthogonal to the floor. When the interior compartment is in the folded configuration, the side walls are folded or collapsed onto themselves along the fold lines, in a direction orthogonal to the floor.
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
In one aspect, thermal energy storage systems are described herein. In some embodiments, such a system comprises a container, a heat exchanger disposed within the container, and a phase change material (PCM) disposed within the container. The heat exchanger comprises an inlet pipe, an outlet pipe; and a number n of plates in fluid communication with the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe, wherein n is at least 2. The inlet pipe, outlet pipe, and plates are arranged and connected such that a fluid flowing from the inlet pipe and to the outlet pipe flows through the plates in between the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe. The PCM disposed within the container is also in thermal contact with the plates.
F28D 20/02 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or using latent heat
F28D 17/00 - Regenerative heat-exchange apparatus in which a stationary intermediate heat-transfer medium or body is contacted successively by each heat-exchange medium, e.g. using granular particles
F28D 19/00 - Regenerative heat-exchange apparatus in which the intermediate heat-transfer medium or body is moved successively into contact with each heat-exchange medium
F28D 20/00 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or
F28F 9/00 - CasingsHeader boxesAuxiliary supports for elementsAuxiliary members within casings
In one aspect, thermal management devices are described herein. In some embodiments, the thermal management device is a thermal management plate comprising an exterior surface defining an interior volume, and a thermal management material disposed within the interior volume. Additionally, the plate includes a fill spout. The fill spout (when in an open configuration) provides fluid communication between the interior volume and the external environment of the plate. The exterior surface of the plate includes a front side, a back side, and at least four comers. The fill spout is disposed at one of the comers of the exterior surface. The plate can have a generally polyhedral shape, and the specific shape of the plate is not particularly limited.
F28F 3/12 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels
F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning
C09K 5/02 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used
F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
F28D 15/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus with the intermediate heat-transfer medium in closed tubes passing into or through the conduit walls
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
F25D 11/00 - Self-contained movable devices associated with refrigerating machinery, e.g. domestic refrigerators
In one aspect, methods of managing the temperature of a room are described herein. In some embodiments, such a method described herein comprises disposing a fixture in an interior of the room, wherein the fixture comprises or contains a phase change material. Additionally, in some cases, the fixture is a decorative fixture, such as a piece of artwork.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
Goods & Services
(1) Chemicals used in the manufacture of goods, namely, phase change materials used for thermal regulation for use in buildings, construction, storage, transportation, refrigeration, ventilation, heating, air conditioning and industrial processes
Devices, systems, and methods for thermally regulating and dispensing beverages are described herein. More particularly, in one aspect, jackets for thermally regulating a beverage container are described. Such a jacket can comprise an interior temperature control layer defining an interior space for receiving the beverage container, and an exterior fabric layer disposed over the interior temperature control layer. The interior temperature control layer comprises a first phase change material (PCM) having a first phase transition temperature corresponding to a desired service temperature of a beverage contained in the beverage container.
B65D 81/38 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
B67D 7/80 - Arrangements of heating or cooling devices for liquids to be transferred
B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
50.
Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm.
C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
C09K 5/06 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to solid or vice-versa
C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
52.
Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Thermal insulated wrap sold in flexible rolls or rigid panels containing phase change material to stabilize the temperature of a given object for storage and transportation of goods and for reducing temperature fluctuations in greenhouses and in connection with agricultural products
Building materials, namely, mounting panels containing phase change material for mounting to a substrate, namely, walls, ceilings, shipping containers, pallets, truck walls, truck ceilings, coolers, containers, server racks, server panels, or fixtures, that permits air flow on both sides to reduce temperature fluctuations while increasing thermal transfer and energy efficiency
Building materials, namely, mounting panels containing phase change material for mounting to a substrate, namely, walls, ceilings, shipping containers, pallets, truck walls, truck ceilings, coolers, containers, server racks, server panels, or fixtures, that permits air flow on both sides to reduce temperature fluctuations while increasing thermal transfer and energy efficiency
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Thermal insulated wrap sold in flexible rolls or rigid panels containing phase change material to stabilize the temperature of a given object for storage and transportation of goods and for reducing temperature fluctuations in greenhouses and in connection with agricultural products
business services, namely, providing thermal storage and energy saving products to others in the nature of business consulting and advisory services in the field of energy efficiency, food and beverage transport, pharmaceutical shipping, and construction
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MODULAR AND PORTABLE FIXTURES CONTAINING A PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL
In one aspect, methods of managing the temperature of a room are described herein. In some embodiments, such a method described herein comprises disposing a fixture in an interior of the room, wherein the fixture comprises or contains a phase change material. Additionally, in some cases, the fixture is a decorative fixture, such as a piece of artwork.
F24D 19/00 - DOMESTIC- OR SPACE-HEATING SYSTEMS, e.g. CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEMSDOMESTIC HOT-WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMSELEMENTS OR COMPONENTS THEREFOR Details
F24D 3/16 - Tube and panel arrangements for ceiling, wall, or underfloor heating mounted on, or adjacent to, a ceiling, wall or floor
C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
building materials, namely, phase change materials for installation to add thermal mass to building envelopes to reduce temperature fluctuations and increase energy efficiency of the structure
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Compositions comprising phase change materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
B01J 13/00 - Colloid chemistry, e.g. the production of colloidal materials or their solutions, not otherwise provided forMaking microcapsules or microballoons
C09K 5/06 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to solid or vice-versa
C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
A construction assembly for installation within new or existing residential or commercial building structures which increases the thermal efficiency of concrete construction panels while avoiding dangerous insulation materials and potential fire hazards. The construction assembly includes a first layer of concrete and a phase change material layer that efficiently retains heat when the phase change material melts and discharges heat as the phase change material crystallizes. Alternatively a support layer, a second phase change material layer and a second concrete layer can be included in a variety of combinations for increased efficiency. A method is disclosed for creating the construction assembly.
E04B 1/74 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls
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Compositions comprising latent heat storage materials and methods of making the same
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about −50° C. and about 100° C. at 1 atm.
In one aspect, thermal energy storage systems are described herein. In some embodiments, a thermal energy storage system comprises a thermal energy storage system comprising a container and a heat exchange apparatus disposed within the container. The heat exchange apparatus comprises a tank, a manifold at least partially disposed within the tank, and a phase change material disposed within the tank and in thermal contact with the manifold.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about -50°C and about 100°C at 1 atm. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material having a solid-to-gel transition between about -50°C and about 100°C at 1 atm.
In one aspect, compositions are described herein. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a phase change material, a hydrophobic sorption material, and a viscosity modifier. In some embodiments, a composition comprises a foam and a latent heat storage material dispersed in the foam, the latent heat storage material comprising a phase change material and a hydrophobic sorption material.
In one aspect, composite construction materials are described herein. In some embodiments, a composite construction panel comprises a substrate layer, a cover layer separated from the substrate layer by one or more spacers, and at least one mat disposed between the substrate layer and the cover layer, wherein the mat comprises at least one phase change material disposed in at least one phase change region.
E04B 1/76 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls specifically with respect to heat only
E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
building materials, namely, phase change materials sold in flexible laminate rolls for installation in building walls and ceilings to reduce temperature fluctuations and increase energy efficiency
