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Thermal Energy Storage

The Path from Theory to Application

  • 1st Edition - October 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Shailendra Kumar Shukla, Yongseok Jeon, Dudul Das, Charmala Suresh, Abhishek Gautam
  • Language: English

Thermal Energy Storage: The Path from Theory to Application offers a comprehensive exploration of the science and practical implementation of thermal energy storage (TES) system… Read more

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Thermal Energy Storage: The Path from Theory to Application offers a comprehensive exploration of the science and practical implementation of thermal energy storage (TES) systems. This authoritative volume consolidates significant scientific contributions, covering foundational principles such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow, with detailed insights into various TES methods including sensible, latent, thermochemical, and hybrid systems. The book emphasizes the evolution of TES technologies, their advantages, limitations, and innovative approaches to addressing current energy challenges. It also delves into advanced techniques like predictive modeling, numerical methods, experimental strategies, and cutting-edge tools such as 3-D printing and specialized software, equipping readers with the knowledge necessary to develop and optimize TES solutions. Additionally, the book highlights the application of TES across diverse sectors, including building management, power generation, decentralized electrification, food supply chains, and data centers, supported by practical case studies from around the world. It concludes with a discussion of market dynamics, environmental benefits, and emerging trends shaping the future of thermal energy storage, making it an essential resource for both researchers and practitioners. This book is particularly valuable for engineers, scientists, policymakers, and industry professionals working in energy, construction, HVAC, and manufacturing sectors, as well as graduate students and researchers in fields like mechanical engineering, environmental science, and sustainable development. Whether involved in designing energy-efficient systems, conducting research, or developing policies, readers will find this resource indispensable for understanding and implementing TES technologies. By bridging theoretical concepts with real-world applications, Thermal Energy Storage: The Path from Theory to Application helps promote sustainable energy practices, reduce environmental impacts, and foster innovation in energy management across multiple disciplines and industries.

Key features

  • Explains the fundamental principles of thermal energy storage, including thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow, providing a solid foundation for understanding TES technologies
  • Analyzes various TES methods—sensible, latent, thermochemical, and hybrid systems—highlighting their principles, advantages, and limitations
  • Demonstrates practical approaches to solving TES challenges through predictive modeling, experimental techniques, and innovative tools like 3-D printing and software applications
  • Showcases diverse real-world applications across sectors such as building energy management, power generation, food supply chains, and data centers, supported by global case studies
  • Discusses market trends, environmental impacts, and future developments, equipping professionals and researchers with insights to foster sustainable energy solutions

Readership

Engineers, researchers, and industry professionals in energy, building management, power generation, and manufacturing sectors seeking in-depth knowledge of thermal energy storage technologies and practical applications

Table of contents

Part 1: Introduction to Thermal Energy Storage

1.1 Overview, Historical Development and Evolution of TES

1.2 Basic Concepts of Thermodynamics

1.3 Heat Transfer Concepts Involved in TESs

1.4 General Aspects of Fluid Flow Involved in TESs

Part 2: Different Methods of Thermal Energy Storage

2.1 Sensible TESs

2.2 Latent TESs

2.3 Thermo-Chemical TESs

2.4 Hybrid Thermal Energy Storage

Part 3: Useful Approaches for TES Problems

3.1 Predictive Modelling Techniques

3.2 Numerical Techniques

3.3 Experimental Techniques

3.4 3-D Printing for TES

3.5 Different Software Tools

Part 4: Applications of TES in Different Sectors

4.1 Introduction to Thermal Batteries

4.2 TES in Building Sector

4.3 TES in Power Generation and Decentralized Electrification

4.4 TES in Food Supply Chain

4.5 TES in Data Centres and Electronic Cooling

Part 5: Market Outlook, Environmental Benefits, and Future Trends

5.1 Maturity and Cost Effectiveness of TESs

5.2 Role of TES Integration for a Sustainable Future

5.3 Current Status of Market Adaptability

5.4 Different Case Studies

Part 6: Conclusions and Future Recommendations

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: October 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Shailendra Kumar Shukla

Shailendra Kumar Shukla is currently a Professor in Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi, India. He was the former Pro-Vice Chancellor of Ranchi University and has worked in the field of Thermal Engineering and Renewable Energy Technology since last 22 years. He is founder Coordinator of Centre For Energy and Resources Development (CERD), IIT(BHU) and Coordinator of CST UP Incubation Centre for Grass-Root Innovators at Mechanical Engineering Department, IIT(BHU), Varanasi. He completed his Masters in Energy Studies and Ph.D. in Solar Thermal Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India. He is a recognized guide for M.Tech. and Ph. D. in Thermal and Energy Engineering in Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow and NITTTR, Chandigarh. He has developed research Collaborations with Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, University of Leeds, UK and University of Technology, Mauritius, GIFU University, Japan in the field of Thermal Engineering and Renewable Energy Technology. He is a Visiting Professor under MHRD Govt. of India, Secondment to Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok and University of Technology, Mauritius. He has delivered number of invited talks in International conferences/symposiums/ workshops on various issues in the field of Renewable Energy and Alternate Fuel Technologies. He is a member of Post Graduate and Research Committee, Mechanical Engineering Department IIT (BHU), Varanasi since October 2013. He was also nominated as Principal Member of Expert Group in Mechanical Engineering Sectional Committees (MED-39) and MED-04, of Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS), Govt. of India, New Delhi.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi, India

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Yongseok Jeon

Prof. Yongseok Jeon is Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ajou University, Republic of Korea. He is Director for the Thermal Energy & Refrigeration Lab and active in the fields of energy storage systems, thermal management systems and advanced refrigeration & HVAC systems. He is also an Editorial Director for the Thermal Engineering Department of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers and Korean Society of Power Machinery Engineers. He has several research projects funded by the National Research Foundation of Korea. He has published 37 research papers in high impact SCI/Scopus Journals, 2 book chapters and also has 2 international and 4 domestic patents.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ajou University, Republic of Korea

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Dudul Das

Dr. Dudul Das is currently working as Marie Curie Fellow at James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow. He has done his PhD from IIT Guwahati in 2020. His research is of an interdisciplinary nature, and he is keen to investigate the underlying mechanisms of various complex phenomena in Thermal Energy Storage and Renewable Energy systems from different perspectives by means of theoretical, numerical, and experimental techniques. He serves as a reviewer of several international journals.

Affiliations and expertise
Marie Curie Fellow, James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow

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Charmala Suresh

Dr Charmala Suresh is currently working as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Korea Maritime and Ocean university, School of Mechanical Engineering. His research is mainly focused on application of phase change materials in thermal systems and buildings for sustainable future. He had worked as a Post Doctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay on thermal energy storage systems. Dr. Suresh obtained his Ph.D. from Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, where he worked on the field of thermal energy storage in combined sensible-latent thermal storage. Dr. Suresh has contributed to research papers in reputed international journals and also serves as a peer reviewer for reputed international journals.

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Abhishek Gautam

Dr Abhishek Gautam has worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the City University of Hong Kong on Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Technologies. He had worked as a Post Doctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay on the non-conventional desalination system and solar powered cold storage system. Dr. Gautam obtained his Ph.D. from Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, where he worked on the field of thermal energy storage in packed bed storage systems Dr. Gautam has contributed research papers in reputed international journals.

Affiliations and expertise
Postdoctoral Researcher, City University of Hong Kong