New Advances in Heat and Mass Transfer and Thermal Management in Energy Systems—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

The field of energy systems is rapidly evolving, driven by growing emphasis placed on efficient and sustainable practices. In this context, the roles of heat and mass transfer are vital for the performance and optimization of various energy systems. Efficient heat transfer is crucial for enhancing the performances of power generation technologies, including thermal power plants, energy storage systems, and concentrated solar power systems. It directly influences the conversion of thermal, mechanical, and electrical energy, thereby impacting overall energy efficiency. Similarly, mass transfer processes are critical in applications such as fuel cells, batteries, and gas separation systems, where the transport of reactants and products is essential for energy conversion and storage. Notably, heat and mass transfer processes are often intricately coupled, adding complexity to the physics involved. Consequently, we need to understand and optimize these transfer processes to improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable energy practices.

In this Special Issue titled "New Advances in Heat and Mass Transfer and Thermal Management in Energy Systems—2nd Edition", we emphasize the importance of heat and mass transfer with regard to energy systems. We explore innovative research, novel techniques, and cutting-edge developments that address the challenges and opportunities in this field.

Contributions to this Special Issue can cover a broad range of topics related to heat and mass transfer in energy systems, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Heat transfer enhancement techniques: Research papers that explore various strategies to enhance heat transfer in energy systems, such as nanofluids, phase change materials, porous media, and advanced surface coatings. Investigations into heat transfer intensification methods, including turbulence promotion and the optimization of flow configurations, are also welcome.
• Mass transfer phenomena in energy systems: Contributions addressing mass transfer processes in energy conversion and storage systems, such as fuel cells, batteries, and adsorption systems. This includes studies on mass transfer kinetics, diffusion, and adsorption/desorption mechanisms, focusing on improving performance and efficiency.
• Thermal management in energy systems: Papers that discuss innovative thermal management techniques for energy systems, including active/passive cooling methods, thermal energy storage, waste heat recovery, and thermal interface materials. Developing advanced cooling strategies for electronics, power electronics, and electric vehicle systems is also of interest.
• Computational modeling and simulation: Research papers utilizing advanced numerical and computational techniques to study heat and mass transfer phenomena in energy systems. This includes developing computational models, simulation algorithms, and optimization methods for improving energy system performance.

We invite researchers and experts from academia, industry, and government institutions to contribute their original work to this Special Issue. We believe that these articles will provide valuable insights into the importance of heat and mass transfer in energy systems and present novel advancements that contribute to developing efficient and sustainable energy practices.

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Qianghui Xu
Dr. Zhilong Cheng
Dr. Junyu Yang
Guest Editors

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• heat transfer
• mass transfer
• energy conversion
• thermal management
• numerical and computational techniques

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