TY - JOUR
TI - Dynamic radiative cooling: A review of materialis for energy-efficient window applications
AU - Hu Linna
AU - Liu Zhongbao
AU - Wang Zepeng
AU - Qie Zhipeng
JN - Thermal Science
PY - 2025
VL - 29
IS - 6
SP - 4715
EP - 4732
PT - Article
AB - Radiative cooling materials have received enormous attention for their ability to cool below ambient temperature without energy consumption. Unlike conventional radiative cooling systems, which can result in excessive cooling during colder months, dynamic radiative cooling materials can dynamically adjust their thermal radiation properties in response to environmental changes, enabling efficient cooling and heating across different seasons. This review summarizes the recent developments in dynamic radiative cooling materials, focusing on their physical mechanisms, including mechanically assisted films, thermochromic materials, temperature-responsive gels, and solvent-assisted systems. Special attention is given to their applications in energy-efficient building windows and façades. The challenges of scaling dynamic radiative cooling technologies for widespread use and their potential for future development are discussed, with recommendations for improving performance, sustainability, and integration into modern building systems.
DO - 10.2298/TSCI241228098H
ER -