Polymer Composite Phase Change Materials, Polymer Composites, Polymer Matrices, Composite Processing, Structure–Property Relationships, Composite Characterization

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• Published Subscription Review Article 1 Oct 2026

  Polymer Composite Phase Change Materials: Materials Design, Processing, Characterization, and Structure–Property Relationships—A Comprehensive Review

  By Rinu Isah R.J, R. Venkata Krishnaiah, Rajiv Gandhi. R, M. Mohamed Riyas, A. Arivumangai

  Abstract: Polymer composite phase change materials (PCPCMs) have been recognized as an innovative category of multifunctional polymeric materials, which could be tuned by appropriate materials design, composite formation, and interface modification. With the incorporation of phase change materials in polymer matrix systems and functional fillers, PCPCMs show improved mechanical properties, physicochemical stability, and functionality in contrast to traditional phase change materials. With recent advances in polymer science, nanocomposites, and processing techniques, …

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