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This book systematically introduces the physical basis and theory of infrared radiation and the application of radiative cooling. It covers the geographical release of infrared radiation, infrared radiation material system, and preparation technology, infrared radiative cooling measurement and applications, the micro–nano-processing technology, the latest technology of radiative cooling and passive power generation, and the design of future application scenarios. The main content includes the current world energy application status and the development, research, and application status of radiative cooling technology, as well as the principle of radiative cooling technology, the research and application of different radiative cooling materials, the processing technology of radiative cooling devices, the development of radiative cooling technology, and other energy technologies. This book is used as reference for researchers and engineers who work in the fields of radiative cooling.
Acronyms
Foreword
Energy and Carbon Neutrality
Radiative Cooling Technology
Fundamental of Radiative Cooling
Fundamental of Heat Transfer
Thermal Conduction
Thermal Convection
Thermal Radiation
Radiative Cooling Mechanism
Basic Theory
Atmospheric Radiation
Solar Radiation
Sky Radiation
Non-radiative Heat Transfer
Thermal Analysis of Radiative Cooling Theory
Selective Radiative Structure
Night Radiative Cooling
Daytime Cooling
Performance Indicators of Radiant Coolers
Radiative Cooling Materials and Devices
Natural Radiators
Thin-Film-Based Radiator
Polymer Film
Color Coating Film
Inorganic Coating Film
Nanoparticle-Based Radiator
Photonic Radiator
Multilayer Film
Graphical Surface
Application of Radiative Cooling
Application of Radiative Cooling in Buildings
Water-Based System
Air-Based System
Composite System
Cold Roof
Cooling Potential of Radiant Cooling in Buildings
Challenges and Prospects
Technical Issues
Geographical Location Restrictions
Cost Issues
Application of Radiative Cooling in Solar Energy
Spectral Characteristics of Solar Cells
Solar Cell Optimization
Thermodynamic Analysis Process
Application of Radiative Cooling in Dew Collection
Radiation System
Meteorological Conditions
Design of Radiation Dewdrop Condenser
Active Condenser
Cooling and Condensing System
Application of Radiative Cooling in Solar Power Plant
S-CO Bretton Cycle
Dynamic Cycle Model
Application of Radiative Cooling in MEMS Thermoelectric Power Generation
Microelectromechanical System (MEMS)
Introduction of MEMS
Development and Application of MEMS
Characteristics of MEMS
Application of MEMS Technology in Thermoelectric Device Processing
Research Status of Radiative Cooling and Radiative Cooling Power Generation
Study on Magnetron Sputtering Process of SbTe and BiTe Thin-Film Thermoelectric Materials
Thin-Film Thermoelectric Materials
Working Principle of Magnetron Sputtering
Magnetron Sputtering System
Preparation of Thermoelectric Material Films
Composition Structure and Performance Characterization of Thermoelectric Films
Results and Discussion
Research on Processing Technology of Ultra-Thin Thermoelectric Devices Based on MEMS Technology
MEMS Thermoelectric Chip Process Development
Development Process
Results and Discussion
Power Generation Performance of MEMS Ultrathin Thermoelectric Array Devices
Basic Theory of Thermoelectric Devices
Processing Process of Thermoelectric Devices
Performance Test Method of MEMS Chip
Performance Test Results of MEMS Chip
Radiative Cooling Power Generation Based on MEMS Thermoelectric Devices
Radiative Cooling Theory
Principle and Method of Radiator Processing
Establishment and Test Method of the Radiant Cooling Power Generation System
Radiator Structure and Performance Characterization Test Results
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