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Wasim Saman is affiliated with the University of South Australia in Australia and has contributed extensively to the fields of engineering and energy, with a particular focus on phase change materials and thermal energy storage.

Their recent research encompasses a variety of topics related to thermal management and sustainable energy systems. Key areas of work include:

  • Phase Change Materials Research
  • Adsorption and Cooling Systems
  • Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems
  • Thermal properties of materials
  • Geothermal Energy Systems and Applications
  • Building Energy and Comfort Optimization
  • Thermoregulation and physiological responses

Wasim Saman's published papers in influential journals and conferences cover advances in materials and thermal energy applications. Selected recent publications include:

  • "Advancements in polymer (Nano)composites for phase change material-based thermal storage: A focus on thermoplastic matrices and ceramic/carbon fillers," 2024, Smart Materials in Manufacturing
  • "Novel geopolymer for use as a sensible storage option in high temperature thermal energy storage systems," 2020, AIP conference proceedings
  • "A proposed long-term thermal comfort scale," 2020, Building Research & Information
  • "Mathematical modelling of heat transmission in the temperature history apparatus by using inverse method to evaluate the latent heat of high temperature PCMs," 2020, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer
  • "Smoothing cooling demand of buildings with PCM thermal batteries," 2024, Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability

They frequently collaborate with a network of co-authors, including Ming Liu, Seung Ho Lee, Michel Bostrom, Frank Bruno, and Alemu Alemu. This collaboration contributes to multidisciplinary research efforts within engineering and energy sectors.

Wasim's research has been disseminated through various publication venues reflecting their interdisciplinary approach. Frequent venues include:

  • Smart Materials in Manufacturing
  • AIP conference proceedings
  • Building Research & Information
  • International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer
  • Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Their work spans several subfields of study such as mechanical engineering, renewable energy, sustainability, materials chemistry, building and construction, and physiology, which illustrate the diverse applications and implications of their research.

Best Publications

  • Review on concentrating solar power plants and new developments in high temperature thermal energy storage technologies

    Ming Liu;N.H. Steven Tay;Stuart Bell;Martin Belusko

  • Review on storage materials and thermal performance enhancement techniques for high temperature phase change thermal storage systems

    Ming Liu;Wasim Saman;Frank Bruno

  • Thermal performance of PCM thermal storage unit for a roof integrated solar heating system

    W. Saman;F. Bruno;E. Halawa

  • Development of a novel refrigeration system for refrigerated trucks incorporating phase change material

    Ming Liu;Wasim Saman;Frank Bruno

  • Analysis and modelling of a phase change storage system for air conditioning applications

    S.M. Vakilaltojjar;W. Saman

  • An experimental study of a cross-flow type plate heat exchanger for dehumidification/cooling

    W.Y Saman;S Alizadeh

  • Comparative study of different desiccant wheel designs

    Ramadas. Narayanan;Wasim. Saman;Stephen D. White;M. Goldsworthy

  • An experimental study of a forced flow solar collector/regenerator using liquid desiccant

    S Alizadeh;W.Y Saman

  • Numerical analysis of a PCM thermal storage system with varying wall temperature

    E. Halawa;F. Bruno;W. Saman

  • Determination of thermo-physical properties and stability testing of high-temperature phase change materials for CSP applications

    Ming Liu;J.C. Gomez;C.S. Turchi;N.H.S. Tay

  • Modelling and performance analysis of a cross-flow type plate heat exchanger for dehumidification/cooling

    W.Y Saman;S Alizadeh

  • Performance of jet impingement in unglazed air collectors

    M. Belusko;W. Saman;F. Bruno

  • Thermal performance analysis of a phase change thermal storage unit for space heating

    Edward Halawa;W Saman

  • Embodied energy and cost of high temperature thermal energy storage systems for use with concentrated solar power plants

    Rhys Jacob;Martin Belusko;A. Inés Fernández;Luisa F. Cabeza

  • Near zero energy homes – what do users think?

    Stephen Berry;David Whaley;Kathryn Davidson;Wasim Saman

  • A framework for adaptation of Australian households to heat waves

    Wasim Saman;John Boland;Stephen Pullen;Richard J. de Dear

  • Validation of a mathematical model for encapsulated phase change material flat slabs for cooling applications

    Ming Liu;Wasim Saman;Frank Bruno

  • Performance enhancement of high temperature latent heat thermal storage systems using heat pipes with and without fins for concentrating solar thermal power plants

    Saleh Almsater;Saleh Almsater;Wasim Saman;Frank Bruno

  • Modeling and performance of a forced flow solar collector/regenerator using liquid desiccant

    S. Alizadeh;W.Y. Saman

  • A eutectic salt high temperature phase change material: Thermal stability and corrosion of SS316 with respect to thermal cycling

    Ming Liu;Stuart Bell;Mercè Segarra;N.H. Steven Tay;N.H. Steven Tay

  • Sensible and latent heat energy storage systems for concentrated solar power plants, exergy efficiency comparison

    Soheila Riahi;Yoann Jovet;Wasim Y. Saman;Martin Belusko

  • Roof integrated solar heating system with glazed collector

    M. Belusko;W. Saman;F. Bruno

Frequent Co-Authors

Frank Bruno
Frank Bruno University of South Australia
Martin Belusko
Martin Belusko Mondial Advisory
John Boland
John Boland University of South Australia
Richard de Dear
Richard de Dear University of Sydney
Jian Zuo
Jian Zuo University of Adelaide
Luisa F. Cabeza
Luisa F. Cabeza University of Lleida
Craig Turchi
Craig Turchi National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Parisa A. Bahri
Parisa A. Bahri Murdoch University
Tania Urmee
Tania Urmee Murdoch University
Aliakbar Akbarzadeh
Aliakbar Akbarzadeh RMIT University

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