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• Published Subscription Review Article 26 Sep 2026

  Polymer and Polymer-Metallic Reflective Materials for Solar Thermal Applications: A review

  By Jayawantkumar Rohidas Wadile, Amit M. Adhaye

  Abstract: Reflective materials play a critical role in determining the optical and thermal performance of solar thermal systems by controlling the concentration and utilization of incident solar radiation. This review examines the application and performance of polymer-based and polymer-metallic reflective materials for solar thermal applications, with particular emphasis on their suitability for solar cookers and concentrating solar technologies. Four commonly used reflector materials—aluminum foil, anodized aluminum, Mylar (metallized polyester film), and …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article →