As an emerging thermal management strategy,dynamic radiative cooling(DRC)technology enables dynamic modulation of spectral radiation properties under varying environmental conditions through the directional design of ...As an emerging thermal management strategy,dynamic radiative cooling(DRC)technology enables dynamic modulation of spectral radiation properties under varying environmental conditions through the directional design of material spectral characteristics.However,a comprehensive review of the basic physical mechanisms of radiative heat transfer in DRC materials and various design principles involved in dynamic radiative thermal regulation is still lacking.This review systematically summarizes recent advances in this field,spanning from fundamental physical principles to intrinsic molecular and electronic mechanisms,and further to representative material systems and multi-band regulation strategies,highlighting the interdisciplinary research achievements and technological innovations.This work outlines the core mechanisms governing the regulation of different spectral bands during radiative heat transfer processes.Then,the main categories of DRC materials are systematically reviewed,including actively responsive structures,passively responsive structures,and multi-stimuli-responsive materials.Furthermore,the challenges faced by current DRC technology and future development trends are summarized and discussed,providing valuable reference and guidance for further research in this field.Although DRC technologies still face significant challenges in material stability,manufacturing processes,and system integration,the continuous advances in related areas and multifunctional materials are expected to broaden the application prospects of DRC in the future.展开更多
Radiative cooling textiles with spectrally selective surfaces offer a promising energy-efficient approach for sub-ambient cooling of outdoor objects and individuals.However,the spectrally selective mid-infrared emissi...Radiative cooling textiles with spectrally selective surfaces offer a promising energy-efficient approach for sub-ambient cooling of outdoor objects and individuals.However,the spectrally selective mid-infrared emission of these textiles significantly hinders their efficient radiative heat exchange with self-heated objects,thereby posing a significant challenge to their versatile cooling applicability.Herein,we present a bicomponent blow spinning strategy for the production of scalable,ultra-flexible,and healable textiles featuring a tailored dual gradient in both chemical composition and fiber diameter.The gradient in the fiber diameter of this textile introduces a hierarchically porous structure across the sunlight incident area,thereby achieving a competitive solar reflectivity of 98.7%on its outer surface.Additionally,the gradient in the chemical composition of this textile contributes to the formation of Janus infrared-absorbing surfaces:The outer surface demonstrates a high mid-infrared emission,whereas the inner surface shows a broad infrared absorptivity,facilitating radiative heat exchange with underlying self-heated objects.Consequently,this textile demonstrates multi-scenario radiative cooling capabilities,enabling versatile outdoor cooling for unheated objects by 7.8℃ and self-heated objects by 13.6℃,compared to commercial sunshade fabrics.展开更多
Radiative cooling systems(RCSs)possess the distinctive capability to dissipate heat energy via solar and thermal radiation,making them suitable for thermal regulation and energy conservation applications,essential for...Radiative cooling systems(RCSs)possess the distinctive capability to dissipate heat energy via solar and thermal radiation,making them suitable for thermal regulation and energy conservation applications,essential for mitigating the energy crisis.A comprehensive review connecting the advancements in engineered radiative cooling systems(ERCSs),encompassing material and structural design as well as thermal and energy-related applications,is currently absent.Herein,this review begins with a concise summary of the essential concepts of ERCSs,followed by an introduction to engineered materials and structures,containing nature-inspired designs,chromatic materials,meta-structural configurations,and multilayered constructions.It subsequently encapsulates the primary applications,including thermal-regulating textiles and energy-saving devices.Next,it highlights the challenges of ERCSs,including maximized thermoregulatory effects,environmental adaptability,scalability and sustainability,and interdisciplinary integration.It seeks to offer direction for forthcoming fundamental research and industrial advancement of radiative cooling systems in real-world applications.展开更多
Visible lighting and energy-saving are dual needs of energy efficiency and occupant comfort in modern buildings.In this study,a smart window based on phase-change material VO_(2) is designed and optimized to address t...Visible lighting and energy-saving are dual needs of energy efficiency and occupant comfort in modern buildings.In this study,a smart window based on phase-change material VO_(2) is designed and optimized to address the critical challenges in building energy management.The proposed phase-adaptive radiative(PAR)coating is a multilayer nanostructure consisting of TiO/VO_(2)2/TiO/Ag_(2) and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS).For different VO_(2) phases,visible transmittance T_(vis)>0.6 and emissivity difference in the atmospheric window Δε_(AW)=0.422 can be achieved,which means the PAR window can transfer interior heat to the outside through thermal radiation for cooling or minimize thermal emission for insulation,while ensuring the transmission of visible light for natural daylighting.Compared to normal glass,the PAR window has an average temperature drop of 14.8℃.The year-round energy-saving calculation for four different cities in China indicates that the PAR window can save 22%-32% of the annual cooling and heating energy consumption by seamlessly transitioning between two phases of VO_(2)modes.The multi-objective optimization of the phase-adaptive radiative smart window provides a potential strategy for energy saving.展开更多
In this paper,we propose a systematic approach for accelerating finite element-type methods by machine learning for the numerical solution of partial differential equations(PDEs).The main idea is to use a neural netwo...In this paper,we propose a systematic approach for accelerating finite element-type methods by machine learning for the numerical solution of partial differential equations(PDEs).The main idea is to use a neural network to learn the solution map of the PDEs and to do so in an element-wise fashion.This map takes input of the element geometry and the PDE’s parameters on that element,and gives output of two operators:(1)the in2out operator for inter-element communication,and(2)the in2sol operator(Green’s function)for element-wise solution recovery.A significant advantage of this approach is that,once trained,this network can be used for the numerical solution of the PDE for any domain geometry and any parameter distribution without retraining.Also,the training is significantly simpler since it is done on the element level instead on the entire domain.We call this approach element learning.This method is closely related to hybridizable discontinuous Galerkin(HDG)methods in the sense that the local solvers of HDG are replaced by machine learning approaches.Numerical tests are presented for an example PDE,the radiative transfer or radiation transport equation,in a variety of scenarios with idealized or realistic cloud fields,with smooth or sharp gradient in the cloud boundary transition.Under a fixed accuracy level of 10^(−3) in the relative L^(2) error,and polynomial degree p=6 in each element,we observe an approximately 5 to 10 times speed-up by element learning compared to a classical finite element-type method.展开更多
By combining the merits of radiative cooling(RC)and evaporation cooling(EC),radiative coupled evaporative cooling(REC)has attracted considerable attention for sub-ambient cooling purposes.However,for outdoor devices,t...By combining the merits of radiative cooling(RC)and evaporation cooling(EC),radiative coupled evaporative cooling(REC)has attracted considerable attention for sub-ambient cooling purposes.However,for outdoor devices,the interior heating power would increase the working temperature and fire risk,which would suppress their above-ambient heat dissipation capabilities and passive water cycle properties.In this work,we introduced a REC design based on an all-in-one photonic hydrogel for above-ambient heat dissipation and flame retardancy.Unlike conventional design RC film for heat dissipation with limited cooling power and fire risk,REC hydrogel can greatly improve the heat dissipation performance in the daytime with a high workload,indicating a 12.0℃lower temperature than the RC film under the same conditions in the outdoor experiment.In the nighttime with a low workload,RC-assisted adsorption can improve atmospheric water harvesting to ensure EC in the daytime.In addition,our REC hydrogel significantly enhanced flame retardancy by absorbing heat without a corresponding temperature rise,thus mitigating fire risks.Thus,our design shows a promising solution for the thermal management of outdoor devices,delivering outstanding performance in both heat dissipation and flame retardancy.展开更多
Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-de...Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-designed and color-regulating PDRC coating based on high-crystallinity photonic metamaterial(crystallinity:71.5%;enhanced assembly efficiency:72%),that is derived from the as-prepared 55 wt%solid content poly(methyl methacrylate-butyl acrylate-methacrylic acid)P(MMA-BA-MAA)monodispersed latexes(approaching theoretical limit:59 wt%).Robust meter-scale PDRC coatings are constructed by various industrial modes onto diverse surfaces,addressing bottlenecks like dull appearance,high cost,low efficiency,and hard construction.Notably,the solar reflectance,long-wave infrared emittance,and calculated theoretical cooling power of the designed PDRC coating,respectively,reach~0.94,~0.97,and~95.5 W m^(-2)under solar radiation,which can achieve an average 5.3℃sub-ambient daytime temperature drop in the summer in Nanjing.The cooling performance,scale preparation,and cost-effectiveness of the PDRC coating have extended into leading position compared with those of state-of-the-art designs.This work provides promising route to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption for global sustainability.展开更多
The radiative heat flux of the plume from reusable rockets is a critical parameter during the launch and return processes.This paper proposes a method for calculating radiative heat flux with higher accuracy than prev...The radiative heat flux of the plume from reusable rockets is a critical parameter during the launch and return processes.This paper proposes a method for calculating radiative heat flux with higher accuracy than previously reported for a recoverable nine-engine liquid-propellant rocket.Based on the Radiative Transfer Equation(RTE),this study employs the discrete transfer method to solve the transient RTE problem using physical properties to describe the problem while avoiding the need to directly solve mathematical equations.The proposed method can effectively determine the radiative heat flux of the flow field and is applicable to problems involving various geometries.Calculations reveal that during the ascent phase of the rocket,the radiative heat flux at the base of the vehicle reaches its maximum in the initial stages of the lift-off,reaching a maximum of~50 kW/m^(2),which is 2.24 times the maximum value during the return phase.During the deceleration stage of re-entry into the atmosphere,the maximum radiative heat flux recorded on the sidewall of the rocket is 29.1 kW/m^(2);the maximum heat flux on the bottom surface is approximately 22.3 kW/m^(2),accounting for 76.6%of that on the rocket's sidewall.This provides a basis for the thermal protection design of the rocket's bottom and walls as well as for the thermal management of cryogenic propellant tanks.Future research will involve ground engine testing and flight experiments to further validate the proposed model.展开更多
Radiative cooling passively emits heat to outer space without energy input,offering promise for energy-efficient thermal management.It is an important solution to promote the low-carbon environmental protection strate...Radiative cooling passively emits heat to outer space without energy input,offering promise for energy-efficient thermal management.It is an important solution to promote the low-carbon environmental protection strategy.With the continuous development of radiative cooling technologies,the material selection,preparation process,structural design,and applica-tion fields have also made more diverse progress.Therefore,this review aims to systematically introduce the fundamental concepts and underlying principles of radiative cooling.A summary of the commonly used materials for radiative cooling is provided.In addition,the advanced fabrication processes and structural designs of radiative cooling materials are further explored and discussed.Subsequently,the unique functions of radiative cooling materials are highlighted to enhance their applicability and usefulness across various fields.An overview of combining radiative cooling materials with different fields is also provided.In reality,these applications hold the potential to improve thermal management across a range of fields.Finally,it summarizes the shortcomings and great potential of radiative cooling materials in various fields.It also looks forward to the future,aiming to promote the progress and widespread adoption of radiative cooling technologies.展开更多
The continuous rise in turbine inlet temperatures in aero-engines has intensified the need for improved thermal insulation in thermal barrier coatings(TBCs).Traditionally,reducing the thermal conductivity of TBCs has ...The continuous rise in turbine inlet temperatures in aero-engines has intensified the need for improved thermal insulation in thermal barrier coatings(TBCs).Traditionally,reducing the thermal conductivity of TBCs has been the primary strategy to enhance their thermal insulation.Columnar TBCs are generally deemed to have higher thermal conductivity and inferior thermal insulation compared to lamellar TBCs.However,in this study,we demonstrate that under ultra-high temperature conditions(>1300℃),columnar TBCs exhibit superior radiative cooling capabilities due to their higher emissivity in the near-infrared region.This enhanced radiative heat dissipation effectively offsets the limitations of their high thermal conductivity.A novel"blackbody effect"hypothesis is proposed to elucidate this behavior.Finite element simulations quantitatively substantiate this hypothesis,showing strong agreement with experimental observations.These findings offer a groundbreaking perspective:columnar coatings,despite higher thermal conductivity,can narrow the thermal insulation gap with lamellar coatings at ultra-high temperatures through enhanced radiation cooling capabilities.This work provides a new structural strategy for optimizing emissivity and broadens the design framework for next-generation TBCs.展开更多
Accurate satellite data assimilation under all-sky conditions requires enhanced parameterization of scattering properties for frozen hydrometeors in clouds.This study aims to develop a nonspherical scattering look-up ...Accurate satellite data assimilation under all-sky conditions requires enhanced parameterization of scattering properties for frozen hydrometeors in clouds.This study aims to develop a nonspherical scattering look-up table that contains the optical properties of five hydrometeor types—rain,cloud water,cloud ice,graupel,and snow—for the Advanced Radiative Transfer Modeling System(ARMS)at frequencies below 220 GHz.The discrete dipole approximation(DDA)method is employed to compute the single-scattering properties of solid cloud particles,modeling these particles as aggregated roughened bullet rosettes.The bulk optical properties of the cloud layer are derived by integrating the singlescattering properties with a modified Gamma size distribution,specifically for distributions with 18 effective radii.The bulk phase function is then projected onto a series of generalized spherical functions,applying the delta-M method for truncation.The results indicate that simulations using the newly developed nonspherical scattering look-up table exhibit significant consistency with observations under deep convection conditions.In contrast,assuming spherical solid cloud particles leads to excessive scattering at mid-frequency channels and insufficient scattering at high-frequency channels.This improvement in radiative transfer simulation accuracy for cloudy conditions will better support the assimilation of allsky microwave observations into numerical weather prediction models.·Frozen cloud particles were modeled as aggregates of bullet rosettes and the optical properties at microwave range were computed by DDA.·A complete process and technical details for constructing a look-up table of ARMS are provided.·The ARMS simulations generally show agreement with observations of MWTS and MWHS under typhoon conditions using the new look-up table.展开更多
Radiative cooling is an environmentally friendly,passive cooling technology that operates without energy consumption.Current research primarily focuses on optimizing the optical properties of radiative cooling films t...Radiative cooling is an environmentally friendly,passive cooling technology that operates without energy consumption.Current research primarily focuses on optimizing the optical properties of radiative cooling films to enhance their cooling performance.In practical applications,thermal contact between the radiative cooling film and the object significantly influences the ultimate cooling performance.However,achieving optimal thermal contact has received limited attention.In this study,we propose and experimentally demonstrate a high-power,flexible,and magnetically attachable and detachable radiative cooling film.This film consists of polymer metasurface structures on a flexible magnetic layer.The monolithic design allows for convenient attachment to and detachment from steel or iron surfaces,ensuring optimal thermal contact with minimal thermal resistance and uniform temperature distribution.Our magnetic radiative cooling film exhibits superior cooling performance compared to non-magnetic alternatives.It can reduce the temperature of stainless-steel plates under sunlight by 15.2℃,which is 3.6℃ more than that achieved by non-magnetic radiative cooling films.The radiative cooling power can reach 259W·m^(-2) at a working temperature of 70℃.Unlike other commonly used attachment methods,such as thermal grease or one-off tape,our approach allows for detachment and reusability of the cooling film according to practical needs.This method offers great simplicity,flexibility,and cost-effectiveness,making it promising for broad applications,particularly on non-horizontal irregular surfaces previously considered challenging.展开更多
Radiative cooling fabric creates a thermally comfortable environment without energy input,providing a sustainable approach to personal thermal management.However,most currently reported fabrics mainly focus on outdoor...Radiative cooling fabric creates a thermally comfortable environment without energy input,providing a sustainable approach to personal thermal management.However,most currently reported fabrics mainly focus on outdoor cooling,ignoring to achieve simultaneous cooling both indoors and outdoors,thereby weakening the overall cooling performance.Herein,a full-scale structure fabric with selective emission properties is constructed for simultaneous indoor and outdoor cooling.The fabric achieves 94%reflectance performance in the sunlight band(0.3–2.5μm)and 6%in the mid-infrared band(2.5–25μm),effectively minimizing heat absorption and radiation release obstruction.It also demonstrates 81%radiative emission performance in the atmospheric window band(8–13μm)and 25%radiative transmission performance in the mid-infrared band(2.5–25μm),providing 60 and 26 W m−2 net cooling power outdoors and indoors.In practical applications,the fabric achieves excellent indoor and outdoor human cooling,with temperatures 1.4–5.5℃ lower than typical polydimethylsiloxane film.This work proposes a novel design for the advanced radiative cooling fabric,offering significant potential to realize sustainable personal thermal management.展开更多
The advancement of sophisticated smart windows exhibiting superior thermoregulation capabilities in both solar spectrum and long-wave infrared range maintains a prominent objective for researchers in this field.In thi...The advancement of sophisticated smart windows exhibiting superior thermoregulation capabilities in both solar spectrum and long-wave infrared range maintains a prominent objective for researchers in this field.In this study,a Janus window is proposed and prepared based on polymer-stabilized liquid-crystal films/thermochromic materials.It can achieve switchable front long-wave infrared emissivity(ε_(Front))and solar modulation ability(ΔT_(sol))through dynamic flipping,making it suitable for different seasonal energy-saving requirements.Outdoor experiments show that under daytime illumination,the indoor temperature decreases by 8℃,and the nighttime temperature drops by 5℃.MATLAB simulation calculations indicate that the daytime cooling power is 93 W m^(-2),while the nighttime cooling power reaches 142 W m^(-2).Interestingly,by modifying the conductive layer,it can effectively shield electromagnetic radiation(within the X-band frequency range(8.2-12.4)GHz).Energy simulation reveals the substantial superiority of this device in energy savings compared with single-layer polymer-stabilized liquid crystal,poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide),and normal glass when applied in different climate zones.This research presents a compelling opportunity for the development of sophisticated smart windows characterized by exceptional thermoregulation capabilities.展开更多
Daytime radiative cooling is an eco-friendly and passive cooling technology that operates without external energy input.Materials designed for this purpose are engineered to possess high reflectivity in the solar spec...Daytime radiative cooling is an eco-friendly and passive cooling technology that operates without external energy input.Materials designed for this purpose are engineered to possess high reflectivity in the solar spectrum and high emissivity within the atmospheric transmission window.Unlike broadbandemissive daytime radiative cooling materials,spectrally selective daytime radiative cooling(SSDRC)materials exhibit predominant mid-infrared emission in the atmospheric transmission window.This selective mid-infrared emission suppresses thermal radiation absorption beyond the atmospheric transmission window range,thereby improving the net cooling power of daytime radiative cooling.This review elucidates the fundamental characteristics of SSDRC materials,including their molecular structures,micro-and nanostructures,optical properties,and thermodynamic principles.It also provides a comprehensive overview of the design and fabrication of SSDRC materials in three typical forms,i.e.,fibrous materials,membranes,and particle coatings,highlighting their respective cooling mechanisms and performance.Furthermore,the practical applications of SSDRC in personal thermal management,outdoor building cooling,and energy harvesting are summarized.Finally,the challenges and prospects are discussed to guide researchers in advancing SSDRC materials.展开更多
Metal halide perovskites have rapidly emerged as outstanding semiconductors for laser applications.Surface plasmon resonances of metals offer a platform for improving the perovskite lasing properties of metal halide p...Metal halide perovskites have rapidly emerged as outstanding semiconductors for laser applications.Surface plasmon resonances of metals offer a platform for improving the perovskite lasing properties of metal halide perovskites by accelerating radiative recombination.However,the constraint on degrees of freedom of perovskite-metal interactions in two dimensions keeps us from getting a full picture of plasmon-involved carrier dynamics and reaching the optimum perovskite lasing performance.Here we report a strategy of synthesizing quantitative coassemblies of perovskite and metal nanocrystals for studying the effect of surface plasmons on carrier dynamics in depth and exploring plasmon-enhanced perovskite lasing performance.Within the coassembly,each metal nanocrystal supports localized surface plasmon resonances capable of accelerating radiative recombination of all adjacent perovskite nanocrystals in three dimensions.The quantitative coassemblies disclose the evolution of radiative and nonradiative recombination processes in perovskite nanocrystals with the plasmon modes,identifying an optimal metal nanocrystal content for fulfilling the highest radiative efficiency in perovskite nanocrystals.By virtue of accelerated radiative recombination,the coassemblies of perovskite and metal nanocrystals allowed for the construction of microlaser arrays with enhanced performance including low thresholds and ultrafast outputs.This work fundamentally advances the perovskite-metal systems for plasmonically enhancing perovskite optoelectronic performance.展开更多
1|Introduction Conventional cooling systems exhibit substantial electricity consumption and environmental detriments through contin-uous greenhouse gas emissions.Thermal management accounts for approximately 50%of glo...1|Introduction Conventional cooling systems exhibit substantial electricity consumption and environmental detriments through contin-uous greenhouse gas emissions.Thermal management accounts for approximately 50%of global energy expenditure[1,2],necessitating urgent development of sustainable cooling alter-natives.Radiative cooling emerges as a passive thermal regu-lation strategy,operating without external energy input via direct infrared emission from materials to the environment[3].展开更多
Radiative cooling is a passive thermal management strategy that leverages the natural ability of materials to dissipate heat through infrared radiation.It has significant implications for energy efficiency,climate ada...Radiative cooling is a passive thermal management strategy that leverages the natural ability of materials to dissipate heat through infrared radiation.It has significant implications for energy efficiency,climate adaptation,and sustainable technology development,with applications in personal thermal management,building temperature regulation,and aerospace engineering.However,radiative cooling performance is susceptible to environmental aging and special environmental conditions,limiting its applicability in extreme environments.Herein,a critical review of extreme environmental radiative cooling is presented,focusing on enhancing environmental durability and cooling efficiency.This review first introduces the design principles of heat exchange channels,which are tailored based on the thermal flow equilibrium to optimize radiative cooling capacity in various extreme environments.Subsequently,recent advancements in radiative cooling materials and micronano structures that align with these principles are systematically discussed,with a focus on their implementation in terrestrial dwelling environments,terrestrial extreme environments,aeronautical environments,and space environments.Moreover,this review evaluates the cooling effects and anti-environmental abilities of extreme radiative cooling devices.Lastly,key challenges hindering the development of radiative cooling devices for extreme environmental applications are outlined,and potential strategies to overcome these limitations are proposed,aiming to prompt their future commercialization.展开更多
Passive daytime radiative cooling has great potential for energy conservation and sustainable development.Polymer-based radiative cooling materials have received much attention due to their excellent cooling performan...Passive daytime radiative cooling has great potential for energy conservation and sustainable development.Polymer-based radiative cooling materials have received much attention due to their excellent cooling performance and scalable potential.However,the use of large amounts of organic solvents,the long cycle time,and the complexity of the preparation process have limited their development.Herein,we report a two-step cold-press sintering method for the preparation of a polymer radiative cooler,which is free of organic solvents.For demonstration,a polyvinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropylene copolymer(PVDF-HFP)coating with a solar reflectance of 97.4%and an emissivity of 0.969 within the atmospheric window is prepared,which can achieve a sub-ambient cooling phenomenon with a temperature reduction of 4.8℃.Besides,the maximal radiative cooling power of 50.2 W/m^(2)is also obtained under sunlight.After the implementation of the proposed sintered PVDF-HFP coating in buildings,more than 10%of annual energy consumption can be saved in China.This work proposes a simple,environmentally friendly,and scalable processing method for the preparation of radiative cooling materials,facilitating the large-scale application of radiative cooling technology.展开更多
China is the world's largest carbon dioxide(CO_(2)) emitter and a major trading country. Both anthropogenic and natural factors play a critical role in its carbon budget. However,previous studies mostly focus on e...China is the world's largest carbon dioxide(CO_(2)) emitter and a major trading country. Both anthropogenic and natural factors play a critical role in its carbon budget. However,previous studies mostly focus on evaluating anthropogenic emissions or the natural carbon cycle separately, and few included trade-related(import and export) CO_(2) emissions and its contribution on global warming. Using the Carbon Tracker CT2019 assimilation dataset and China trade emissions from the Global Carbon Project, we found that the change trend of global CO_(2) flux had obvious spatial heterogeneity, which is mainly affected by anthropogenic CO_(2) flux. From 2000 to 2018, carbon emissions from fossil fuels in the world and in China all showed an obvious increasing trend, but the magnitude of the increase tended to slow down.In 2018, the radiative forcing(RF) caused by China's import and export trade was-0.0038 W m^(-2), and the RF caused by natural carbon budget was-0.0027 W m^(-2), offsetting 1.54% and 1.13% of the RF caused by fossil fuels that year, respectively. From 2000 to 2018, the contribution of China's carbon emission from fossil fuels to global RF was 11.32%. Considering China's import and export trade, the contribution of anthropogenic CO_(2) emission to global RF decreased to 9.50%. Furthermore, taking into account the offset of carbon sink from China's terrestrial ecosystems, the net contribution of China to global RF decreased to 7.63%. This study demonstrates that China's terrestrial ecosystem and import and export trade are all mitigating China's impact on global anthropogenic warming, and also confirms that during the research process on climate change, comprehensively considering the carbon budget from anthropogenic and natural carbon budgets is necessary to systematically understand the impacts of regional or national carbon budgets on global warming.展开更多
基金supported by the Taishan Scholars of Shandong Province(tsqn202408151)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52476067,52306078,and 52576053).
文摘As an emerging thermal management strategy,dynamic radiative cooling(DRC)technology enables dynamic modulation of spectral radiation properties under varying environmental conditions through the directional design of material spectral characteristics.However,a comprehensive review of the basic physical mechanisms of radiative heat transfer in DRC materials and various design principles involved in dynamic radiative thermal regulation is still lacking.This review systematically summarizes recent advances in this field,spanning from fundamental physical principles to intrinsic molecular and electronic mechanisms,and further to representative material systems and multi-band regulation strategies,highlighting the interdisciplinary research achievements and technological innovations.This work outlines the core mechanisms governing the regulation of different spectral bands during radiative heat transfer processes.Then,the main categories of DRC materials are systematically reviewed,including actively responsive structures,passively responsive structures,and multi-stimuli-responsive materials.Furthermore,the challenges faced by current DRC technology and future development trends are summarized and discussed,providing valuable reference and guidance for further research in this field.Although DRC technologies still face significant challenges in material stability,manufacturing processes,and system integration,the continuous advances in related areas and multifunctional materials are expected to broaden the application prospects of DRC in the future.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52273067,52233006)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2232023A-03)+3 种基金the Shuguang Program of Shanghai Education Development Foundation and Shanghai Municipal Education Commission(Grant No.23SG29)the Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(Grant No.24ZR1402400)the Shanghai Scientific and Technological Innovation Project(Grant No.24520713000)Innovation Program of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission(Grant No.2021-01-07-00-03-E00108).
文摘Radiative cooling textiles with spectrally selective surfaces offer a promising energy-efficient approach for sub-ambient cooling of outdoor objects and individuals.However,the spectrally selective mid-infrared emission of these textiles significantly hinders their efficient radiative heat exchange with self-heated objects,thereby posing a significant challenge to their versatile cooling applicability.Herein,we present a bicomponent blow spinning strategy for the production of scalable,ultra-flexible,and healable textiles featuring a tailored dual gradient in both chemical composition and fiber diameter.The gradient in the fiber diameter of this textile introduces a hierarchically porous structure across the sunlight incident area,thereby achieving a competitive solar reflectivity of 98.7%on its outer surface.Additionally,the gradient in the chemical composition of this textile contributes to the formation of Janus infrared-absorbing surfaces:The outer surface demonstrates a high mid-infrared emission,whereas the inner surface shows a broad infrared absorptivity,facilitating radiative heat exchange with underlying self-heated objects.Consequently,this textile demonstrates multi-scenario radiative cooling capabilities,enabling versatile outdoor cooling for unheated objects by 7.8℃ and self-heated objects by 13.6℃,compared to commercial sunshade fabrics.
基金support from the Contract Research(“Development of Breathable Fabrics with Nano-Electrospun Membrane”,CityU ref.:9231419“Research and application of antibacterial and healing-promoting smart nanofiber dressing for children’s burn wounds”,CityU ref:PJ9240111)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(“Study of Multi-Responsive Shape Memory Polyurethane Nanocomposites Inspired by Natural Fibers”,Grant No.51673162)Startup Grant of CityU(“Laboratory of Wearable Materials for Healthcare”,Grant No.9380116).
文摘Radiative cooling systems(RCSs)possess the distinctive capability to dissipate heat energy via solar and thermal radiation,making them suitable for thermal regulation and energy conservation applications,essential for mitigating the energy crisis.A comprehensive review connecting the advancements in engineered radiative cooling systems(ERCSs),encompassing material and structural design as well as thermal and energy-related applications,is currently absent.Herein,this review begins with a concise summary of the essential concepts of ERCSs,followed by an introduction to engineered materials and structures,containing nature-inspired designs,chromatic materials,meta-structural configurations,and multilayered constructions.It subsequently encapsulates the primary applications,including thermal-regulating textiles and energy-saving devices.Next,it highlights the challenges of ERCSs,including maximized thermoregulatory effects,environmental adaptability,scalability and sustainability,and interdisciplinary integration.It seeks to offer direction for forthcoming fundamental research and industrial advancement of radiative cooling systems in real-world applications.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Provincial Universities (Grant No.2024-KYYWF-0141)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.52406076,52227813)+1 种基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant No.2022YFE0133900)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (Grant No.2023M740905)。
文摘Visible lighting and energy-saving are dual needs of energy efficiency and occupant comfort in modern buildings.In this study,a smart window based on phase-change material VO_(2) is designed and optimized to address the critical challenges in building energy management.The proposed phase-adaptive radiative(PAR)coating is a multilayer nanostructure consisting of TiO/VO_(2)2/TiO/Ag_(2) and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS).For different VO_(2) phases,visible transmittance T_(vis)>0.6 and emissivity difference in the atmospheric window Δε_(AW)=0.422 can be achieved,which means the PAR window can transfer interior heat to the outside through thermal radiation for cooling or minimize thermal emission for insulation,while ensuring the transmission of visible light for natural daylighting.Compared to normal glass,the PAR window has an average temperature drop of 14.8℃.The year-round energy-saving calculation for four different cities in China indicates that the PAR window can save 22%-32% of the annual cooling and heating energy consumption by seamlessly transitioning between two phases of VO_(2)modes.The multi-objective optimization of the phase-adaptive radiative smart window provides a potential strategy for energy saving.
基金partially supported by the NSF(Grant No.DMS 2324368)by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with funding from the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation.
文摘In this paper,we propose a systematic approach for accelerating finite element-type methods by machine learning for the numerical solution of partial differential equations(PDEs).The main idea is to use a neural network to learn the solution map of the PDEs and to do so in an element-wise fashion.This map takes input of the element geometry and the PDE’s parameters on that element,and gives output of two operators:(1)the in2out operator for inter-element communication,and(2)the in2sol operator(Green’s function)for element-wise solution recovery.A significant advantage of this approach is that,once trained,this network can be used for the numerical solution of the PDE for any domain geometry and any parameter distribution without retraining.Also,the training is significantly simpler since it is done on the element level instead on the entire domain.We call this approach element learning.This method is closely related to hybridizable discontinuous Galerkin(HDG)methods in the sense that the local solvers of HDG are replaced by machine learning approaches.Numerical tests are presented for an example PDE,the radiative transfer or radiation transport equation,in a variety of scenarios with idealized or realistic cloud fields,with smooth or sharp gradient in the cloud boundary transition.Under a fixed accuracy level of 10^(−3) in the relative L^(2) error,and polynomial degree p=6 in each element,we observe an approximately 5 to 10 times speed-up by element learning compared to a classical finite element-type method.
基金financially supported by the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province(2024RC3003)the Central South University Innovation-Driven Research Programme(2023CXQD012)the Initiative for Sustainable Energy for its financial support。
文摘By combining the merits of radiative cooling(RC)and evaporation cooling(EC),radiative coupled evaporative cooling(REC)has attracted considerable attention for sub-ambient cooling purposes.However,for outdoor devices,the interior heating power would increase the working temperature and fire risk,which would suppress their above-ambient heat dissipation capabilities and passive water cycle properties.In this work,we introduced a REC design based on an all-in-one photonic hydrogel for above-ambient heat dissipation and flame retardancy.Unlike conventional design RC film for heat dissipation with limited cooling power and fire risk,REC hydrogel can greatly improve the heat dissipation performance in the daytime with a high workload,indicating a 12.0℃lower temperature than the RC film under the same conditions in the outdoor experiment.In the nighttime with a low workload,RC-assisted adsorption can improve atmospheric water harvesting to ensure EC in the daytime.In addition,our REC hydrogel significantly enhanced flame retardancy by absorbing heat without a corresponding temperature rise,thus mitigating fire risks.Thus,our design shows a promising solution for the thermal management of outdoor devices,delivering outstanding performance in both heat dissipation and flame retardancy.
基金support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant 22508184 to X.Q.Y.,grant 21736006 to S.C.,and grant 22278225 to S.C.)supported by the Natural Funding Program of Jiangsu Province(grant BK20250610 to X.Q.Y.).
文摘Methods allowing passive daytime radiative cooling(PDRC)to be carried out in an energy-efficient and scalable way are potentially important for various disciplines.Here,we report a sustainable strategy for scalable-designed and color-regulating PDRC coating based on high-crystallinity photonic metamaterial(crystallinity:71.5%;enhanced assembly efficiency:72%),that is derived from the as-prepared 55 wt%solid content poly(methyl methacrylate-butyl acrylate-methacrylic acid)P(MMA-BA-MAA)monodispersed latexes(approaching theoretical limit:59 wt%).Robust meter-scale PDRC coatings are constructed by various industrial modes onto diverse surfaces,addressing bottlenecks like dull appearance,high cost,low efficiency,and hard construction.Notably,the solar reflectance,long-wave infrared emittance,and calculated theoretical cooling power of the designed PDRC coating,respectively,reach~0.94,~0.97,and~95.5 W m^(-2)under solar radiation,which can achieve an average 5.3℃sub-ambient daytime temperature drop in the summer in Nanjing.The cooling performance,scale preparation,and cost-effectiveness of the PDRC coating have extended into leading position compared with those of state-of-the-art designs.This work provides promising route to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption for global sustainability.
文摘The radiative heat flux of the plume from reusable rockets is a critical parameter during the launch and return processes.This paper proposes a method for calculating radiative heat flux with higher accuracy than previously reported for a recoverable nine-engine liquid-propellant rocket.Based on the Radiative Transfer Equation(RTE),this study employs the discrete transfer method to solve the transient RTE problem using physical properties to describe the problem while avoiding the need to directly solve mathematical equations.The proposed method can effectively determine the radiative heat flux of the flow field and is applicable to problems involving various geometries.Calculations reveal that during the ascent phase of the rocket,the radiative heat flux at the base of the vehicle reaches its maximum in the initial stages of the lift-off,reaching a maximum of~50 kW/m^(2),which is 2.24 times the maximum value during the return phase.During the deceleration stage of re-entry into the atmosphere,the maximum radiative heat flux recorded on the sidewall of the rocket is 29.1 kW/m^(2);the maximum heat flux on the bottom surface is approximately 22.3 kW/m^(2),accounting for 76.6%of that on the rocket's sidewall.This provides a basis for the thermal protection design of the rocket's bottom and walls as well as for the thermal management of cryogenic propellant tanks.Future research will involve ground engine testing and flight experiments to further validate the proposed model.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China Excellent Youth Fund(No.52222509)the Foundation for Innovative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52021003)+3 种基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFA0703300)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52105298)Science and Technology Development Program of Jilin Province(No.SKL202402005)"Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities".
文摘Radiative cooling passively emits heat to outer space without energy input,offering promise for energy-efficient thermal management.It is an important solution to promote the low-carbon environmental protection strategy.With the continuous development of radiative cooling technologies,the material selection,preparation process,structural design,and applica-tion fields have also made more diverse progress.Therefore,this review aims to systematically introduce the fundamental concepts and underlying principles of radiative cooling.A summary of the commonly used materials for radiative cooling is provided.In addition,the advanced fabrication processes and structural designs of radiative cooling materials are further explored and discussed.Subsequently,the unique functions of radiative cooling materials are highlighted to enhance their applicability and usefulness across various fields.An overview of combining radiative cooling materials with different fields is also provided.In reality,these applications hold the potential to improve thermal management across a range of fields.Finally,it summarizes the shortcomings and great potential of radiative cooling materials in various fields.It also looks forward to the future,aiming to promote the progress and widespread adoption of radiative cooling technologies.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3504902)the Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(Nos.U21B2052 and 52102057)the Science Center for Gas Turbine Project(No.P2023-C-Ⅳ-002-001).
文摘The continuous rise in turbine inlet temperatures in aero-engines has intensified the need for improved thermal insulation in thermal barrier coatings(TBCs).Traditionally,reducing the thermal conductivity of TBCs has been the primary strategy to enhance their thermal insulation.Columnar TBCs are generally deemed to have higher thermal conductivity and inferior thermal insulation compared to lamellar TBCs.However,in this study,we demonstrate that under ultra-high temperature conditions(>1300℃),columnar TBCs exhibit superior radiative cooling capabilities due to their higher emissivity in the near-infrared region.This enhanced radiative heat dissipation effectively offsets the limitations of their high thermal conductivity.A novel"blackbody effect"hypothesis is proposed to elucidate this behavior.Finite element simulations quantitatively substantiate this hypothesis,showing strong agreement with experimental observations.These findings offer a groundbreaking perspective:columnar coatings,despite higher thermal conductivity,can narrow the thermal insulation gap with lamellar coatings at ultra-high temperatures through enhanced radiation cooling capabilities.This work provides a new structural strategy for optimizing emissivity and broadens the design framework for next-generation TBCs.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB3900400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U2142212 and 42361074)。
文摘Accurate satellite data assimilation under all-sky conditions requires enhanced parameterization of scattering properties for frozen hydrometeors in clouds.This study aims to develop a nonspherical scattering look-up table that contains the optical properties of five hydrometeor types—rain,cloud water,cloud ice,graupel,and snow—for the Advanced Radiative Transfer Modeling System(ARMS)at frequencies below 220 GHz.The discrete dipole approximation(DDA)method is employed to compute the single-scattering properties of solid cloud particles,modeling these particles as aggregated roughened bullet rosettes.The bulk optical properties of the cloud layer are derived by integrating the singlescattering properties with a modified Gamma size distribution,specifically for distributions with 18 effective radii.The bulk phase function is then projected onto a series of generalized spherical functions,applying the delta-M method for truncation.The results indicate that simulations using the newly developed nonspherical scattering look-up table exhibit significant consistency with observations under deep convection conditions.In contrast,assuming spherical solid cloud particles leads to excessive scattering at mid-frequency channels and insufficient scattering at high-frequency channels.This improvement in radiative transfer simulation accuracy for cloudy conditions will better support the assimilation of allsky microwave observations into numerical weather prediction models.·Frozen cloud particles were modeled as aggregates of bullet rosettes and the optical properties at microwave range were computed by DDA.·A complete process and technical details for constructing a look-up table of ARMS are provided.·The ARMS simulations generally show agreement with observations of MWTS and MWHS under typhoon conditions using the new look-up table.
基金supported by the Australia Research Council through the Discovery Project scheme(DP190103186 and DP220100603)the Industrial Transformation Training Centres scheme(IC180100005)+5 种基金the Future Fellowship scheme(FT210100806)the Future Fellowship scheme(FT220100559)the Discovery Early Career Researcher Award scheme(DE230100383)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(GJHZ20240218113407015)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(ZR2021ME162)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province,China(2022SFGC0501).
文摘Radiative cooling is an environmentally friendly,passive cooling technology that operates without energy consumption.Current research primarily focuses on optimizing the optical properties of radiative cooling films to enhance their cooling performance.In practical applications,thermal contact between the radiative cooling film and the object significantly influences the ultimate cooling performance.However,achieving optimal thermal contact has received limited attention.In this study,we propose and experimentally demonstrate a high-power,flexible,and magnetically attachable and detachable radiative cooling film.This film consists of polymer metasurface structures on a flexible magnetic layer.The monolithic design allows for convenient attachment to and detachment from steel or iron surfaces,ensuring optimal thermal contact with minimal thermal resistance and uniform temperature distribution.Our magnetic radiative cooling film exhibits superior cooling performance compared to non-magnetic alternatives.It can reduce the temperature of stainless-steel plates under sunlight by 15.2℃,which is 3.6℃ more than that achieved by non-magnetic radiative cooling films.The radiative cooling power can reach 259W·m^(-2) at a working temperature of 70℃.Unlike other commonly used attachment methods,such as thermal grease or one-off tape,our approach allows for detachment and reusability of the cooling film according to practical needs.This method offers great simplicity,flexibility,and cost-effectiveness,making it promising for broad applications,particularly on non-horizontal irregular surfaces previously considered challenging.
基金financially supported by Heilongjiang Postdoctoral Fund(Grant No.LBH-Z24057)Outstanding Master’s and Doctoral Thesis of Longjiang in the New Era(Grant No.LJYXL2023-076).
文摘Radiative cooling fabric creates a thermally comfortable environment without energy input,providing a sustainable approach to personal thermal management.However,most currently reported fabrics mainly focus on outdoor cooling,ignoring to achieve simultaneous cooling both indoors and outdoors,thereby weakening the overall cooling performance.Herein,a full-scale structure fabric with selective emission properties is constructed for simultaneous indoor and outdoor cooling.The fabric achieves 94%reflectance performance in the sunlight band(0.3–2.5μm)and 6%in the mid-infrared band(2.5–25μm),effectively minimizing heat absorption and radiation release obstruction.It also demonstrates 81%radiative emission performance in the atmospheric window band(8–13μm)and 25%radiative transmission performance in the mid-infrared band(2.5–25μm),providing 60 and 26 W m−2 net cooling power outdoors and indoors.In practical applications,the fabric achieves excellent indoor and outdoor human cooling,with temperatures 1.4–5.5℃ lower than typical polydimethylsiloxane film.This work proposes a novel design for the advanced radiative cooling fabric,offering significant potential to realize sustainable personal thermal management.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52372279,52103071,52203322,52473289,52303220)the Interdisciplinary Research Project for Young Teachers of USTB(Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities in China,FRF-IDRY-GD22-001)。
文摘The advancement of sophisticated smart windows exhibiting superior thermoregulation capabilities in both solar spectrum and long-wave infrared range maintains a prominent objective for researchers in this field.In this study,a Janus window is proposed and prepared based on polymer-stabilized liquid-crystal films/thermochromic materials.It can achieve switchable front long-wave infrared emissivity(ε_(Front))and solar modulation ability(ΔT_(sol))through dynamic flipping,making it suitable for different seasonal energy-saving requirements.Outdoor experiments show that under daytime illumination,the indoor temperature decreases by 8℃,and the nighttime temperature drops by 5℃.MATLAB simulation calculations indicate that the daytime cooling power is 93 W m^(-2),while the nighttime cooling power reaches 142 W m^(-2).Interestingly,by modifying the conductive layer,it can effectively shield electromagnetic radiation(within the X-band frequency range(8.2-12.4)GHz).Energy simulation reveals the substantial superiority of this device in energy savings compared with single-layer polymer-stabilized liquid crystal,poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide),and normal glass when applied in different climate zones.This research presents a compelling opportunity for the development of sophisticated smart windows characterized by exceptional thermoregulation capabilities.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22308236)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2023M742530,2024T170623)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of the Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(23KJA430012)the National Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province,China(BK20230501)the Opening Project of the Key Laboratory of Bionic Engineering(Ministry of Education),Jilin University(KF2023002).
文摘Daytime radiative cooling is an eco-friendly and passive cooling technology that operates without external energy input.Materials designed for this purpose are engineered to possess high reflectivity in the solar spectrum and high emissivity within the atmospheric transmission window.Unlike broadbandemissive daytime radiative cooling materials,spectrally selective daytime radiative cooling(SSDRC)materials exhibit predominant mid-infrared emission in the atmospheric transmission window.This selective mid-infrared emission suppresses thermal radiation absorption beyond the atmospheric transmission window range,thereby improving the net cooling power of daytime radiative cooling.This review elucidates the fundamental characteristics of SSDRC materials,including their molecular structures,micro-and nanostructures,optical properties,and thermodynamic principles.It also provides a comprehensive overview of the design and fabrication of SSDRC materials in three typical forms,i.e.,fibrous materials,membranes,and particle coatings,highlighting their respective cooling mechanisms and performance.Furthermore,the practical applications of SSDRC in personal thermal management,outdoor building cooling,and energy harvesting are summarized.Finally,the challenges and prospects are discussed to guide researchers in advancing SSDRC materials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52272186,22090023 and 22375207)Beijing Institute of Technology Research Fund Program for Young Scholars(No.XSQD-6120220081)
文摘Metal halide perovskites have rapidly emerged as outstanding semiconductors for laser applications.Surface plasmon resonances of metals offer a platform for improving the perovskite lasing properties of metal halide perovskites by accelerating radiative recombination.However,the constraint on degrees of freedom of perovskite-metal interactions in two dimensions keeps us from getting a full picture of plasmon-involved carrier dynamics and reaching the optimum perovskite lasing performance.Here we report a strategy of synthesizing quantitative coassemblies of perovskite and metal nanocrystals for studying the effect of surface plasmons on carrier dynamics in depth and exploring plasmon-enhanced perovskite lasing performance.Within the coassembly,each metal nanocrystal supports localized surface plasmon resonances capable of accelerating radiative recombination of all adjacent perovskite nanocrystals in three dimensions.The quantitative coassemblies disclose the evolution of radiative and nonradiative recombination processes in perovskite nanocrystals with the plasmon modes,identifying an optimal metal nanocrystal content for fulfilling the highest radiative efficiency in perovskite nanocrystals.By virtue of accelerated radiative recombination,the coassemblies of perovskite and metal nanocrystals allowed for the construction of microlaser arrays with enhanced performance including low thresholds and ultrafast outputs.This work fundamentally advances the perovskite-metal systems for plasmonically enhancing perovskite optoelectronic performance.
基金the financial support from the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2020YFA0711500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52473215 and 52273248).
文摘1|Introduction Conventional cooling systems exhibit substantial electricity consumption and environmental detriments through contin-uous greenhouse gas emissions.Thermal management accounts for approximately 50%of global energy expenditure[1,2],necessitating urgent development of sustainable cooling alter-natives.Radiative cooling emerges as a passive thermal regu-lation strategy,operating without external energy input via direct infrared emission from materials to the environment[3].
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52172120)Shanghai Science and Technology Development Funds(No.24CL2900500).
文摘Radiative cooling is a passive thermal management strategy that leverages the natural ability of materials to dissipate heat through infrared radiation.It has significant implications for energy efficiency,climate adaptation,and sustainable technology development,with applications in personal thermal management,building temperature regulation,and aerospace engineering.However,radiative cooling performance is susceptible to environmental aging and special environmental conditions,limiting its applicability in extreme environments.Herein,a critical review of extreme environmental radiative cooling is presented,focusing on enhancing environmental durability and cooling efficiency.This review first introduces the design principles of heat exchange channels,which are tailored based on the thermal flow equilibrium to optimize radiative cooling capacity in various extreme environments.Subsequently,recent advancements in radiative cooling materials and micronano structures that align with these principles are systematically discussed,with a focus on their implementation in terrestrial dwelling environments,terrestrial extreme environments,aeronautical environments,and space environments.Moreover,this review evaluates the cooling effects and anti-environmental abilities of extreme radiative cooling devices.Lastly,key challenges hindering the development of radiative cooling devices for extreme environmental applications are outlined,and potential strategies to overcome these limitations are proposed,aiming to prompt their future commercialization.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC 52130601 and 52106276)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(2023QNRC001)+1 种基金the University of Science and Technology of China-Southwest University of Science and Technology Counterpart Cooperation and Development Joint Fund(24LHJJ09)the USTC Center for Micro and Nanoscale Research and Fabrication。
文摘Passive daytime radiative cooling has great potential for energy conservation and sustainable development.Polymer-based radiative cooling materials have received much attention due to their excellent cooling performance and scalable potential.However,the use of large amounts of organic solvents,the long cycle time,and the complexity of the preparation process have limited their development.Herein,we report a two-step cold-press sintering method for the preparation of a polymer radiative cooler,which is free of organic solvents.For demonstration,a polyvinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropylene copolymer(PVDF-HFP)coating with a solar reflectance of 97.4%and an emissivity of 0.969 within the atmospheric window is prepared,which can achieve a sub-ambient cooling phenomenon with a temperature reduction of 4.8℃.Besides,the maximal radiative cooling power of 50.2 W/m^(2)is also obtained under sunlight.After the implementation of the proposed sintered PVDF-HFP coating in buildings,more than 10%of annual energy consumption can be saved in China.This work proposes a simple,environmentally friendly,and scalable processing method for the preparation of radiative cooling materials,facilitating the large-scale application of radiative cooling technology.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.42071415National Key Research and Development Program of China,No.2021YFE0106700Outstanding Youth Foundation of Henan Natural Science Foundation,No.202300410049。
文摘China is the world's largest carbon dioxide(CO_(2)) emitter and a major trading country. Both anthropogenic and natural factors play a critical role in its carbon budget. However,previous studies mostly focus on evaluating anthropogenic emissions or the natural carbon cycle separately, and few included trade-related(import and export) CO_(2) emissions and its contribution on global warming. Using the Carbon Tracker CT2019 assimilation dataset and China trade emissions from the Global Carbon Project, we found that the change trend of global CO_(2) flux had obvious spatial heterogeneity, which is mainly affected by anthropogenic CO_(2) flux. From 2000 to 2018, carbon emissions from fossil fuels in the world and in China all showed an obvious increasing trend, but the magnitude of the increase tended to slow down.In 2018, the radiative forcing(RF) caused by China's import and export trade was-0.0038 W m^(-2), and the RF caused by natural carbon budget was-0.0027 W m^(-2), offsetting 1.54% and 1.13% of the RF caused by fossil fuels that year, respectively. From 2000 to 2018, the contribution of China's carbon emission from fossil fuels to global RF was 11.32%. Considering China's import and export trade, the contribution of anthropogenic CO_(2) emission to global RF decreased to 9.50%. Furthermore, taking into account the offset of carbon sink from China's terrestrial ecosystems, the net contribution of China to global RF decreased to 7.63%. This study demonstrates that China's terrestrial ecosystem and import and export trade are all mitigating China's impact on global anthropogenic warming, and also confirms that during the research process on climate change, comprehensively considering the carbon budget from anthropogenic and natural carbon budgets is necessary to systematically understand the impacts of regional or national carbon budgets on global warming.
