Supian A B M, Asyraf M R M, Syamsir Agusril, Najeeb M I, Alhayek Abdulrahman, Al-Dala'ien Rayeh Nasr, Manar Gunasilan, Atiqah A
Institute of Energy Infrastructure, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Jalan IKRAM-UNITEN, Kajang 43000, Selangor, Malaysia.
Centre for Defence Research and Technology (CODRAT), Universiti Pertahanan National Malaysia, Kem Perdana Sungai Besi, Kuala Lumpur 57000, Malaysia.
Polymers (Basel). 2024 May 30;16(11):1545. doi: 10.3390/polym16111545.
Reversible thermochromic polymers have emerged as compelling candidates in recent years, captivating attention for their application in heat detection systems. This comprehensive review navigates through the multifaceted landscape, intricately exploring both the virtues and hurdles inherent in their integration within these systems. Their innate capacity to change colour in response to temperature fluctuations renders reversible thermochromic nanocomposites promising assets for heat detection technologies. However, despite their inherent potential, certain barriers hinder their widespread adoption. Factors such as a restricted colour spectrum, reliance on external triggers, and cost considerations have restrained their pervasive use. For instance, these polymer-based materials exhibit utility in the domain of building insulation, where their colour-changing ability serves as a beacon, flagging areas of heat loss or inadequate insulation, thus alerting building managers and homeowners to potential energy inefficiencies. Nevertheless, the limited range of discernible colours may impede precise temperature differentiation. Additionally, dependency on external stimuli, such as electricity or UV light, can complicate implementation and inflate costs. Realising the full potential of these polymer-based materials in heat detection systems necessitates addressing these challenges head-on. Continuous research endeavours aimed at augmenting colour diversity and diminishing reliance on external stimuli offer promising avenues to enhance their efficacy. Hence, this review aims to delve into the intricate nuances surrounding reversible thermochromic nanocomposites, highlighting their transformative potential in heat detection and sensing. By exploring their mechanisms, properties, and current applications, this manuscript endeavours to shed light on their significance, providing insights crucial for further research and potential applications.
近年来，可逆热致变色聚合物已成为引人注目的候选材料，因其在热检测系统中的应用而备受关注。这篇全面的综述探讨了多方面的情况，深入研究了将其集成到这些系统中所固有的优点和障碍。它们响应温度波动而改变颜色的内在能力，使可逆热致变色纳米复合材料成为热检测技术的有前途的资产。然而，尽管它们具有内在潜力，但某些障碍阻碍了它们的广泛应用。诸如色域受限、依赖外部触发因素和成本考量等因素限制了它们的广泛使用。例如，这些基于聚合物的材料在建筑隔热领域显示出实用性，其变色能力可作为一个信号，标记出热损失或隔热不足的区域，从而提醒建筑管理人员和业主注意潜在的能源效率低下问题。然而，可分辨颜色的范围有限可能会妨碍精确的温度区分。此外，对电或紫外线等外部刺激的依赖会使实施变得复杂并增加成本。要在热检测系统中充分发挥这些基于聚合物的材料的潜力，就必须直面这些挑战。旨在增加颜色多样性并减少对外部刺激依赖的持续研究努力提供了提高其功效的有希望的途径。因此，本综述旨在深入探讨围绕可逆热致变色纳米复合材料的复杂细微差别，突出它们在热检测和传感方面的变革潜力。通过探索它们的机制、特性和当前应用，本文旨在阐明它们的重要性，为进一步研究和潜在应用提供关键见解。
