Photoswitching Solar Thermal Fuel Storage

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Research project developing photoswitching molecules that absorb and store solar energy, releasing it as heat on demand. The technology acts as a rechargeable thermal battery for applications including heating, hot water, and cooking.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

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Photoswitching molecules

Molecules that can assume two different shapes and absorb solar energy, storing it in a stable configuration for extended periods. When exposed to heat, electricity, or light, they release the stored energy as heat.

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Solar thermal fuels

Energy storage systems that capture and store solar energy in molecular form, releasing it as heat when needed. The article describes them as rechargeable thermal batteries.

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Timothy Kucharski

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Templated assembly of photoswitches significantly increases the energy-storage capacity of solar thermal fuels

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Photoswitching Solar Thermal Fuel Storage

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