Dataset of "Glycerol-based nanofluids for thermal energy storage and transport "

The current energy demand and policy are making advanced energy storage systems and electricity-saving devices more and more necessary. Energy storage using a liquid medium, occasionally doped with nanoparticles to form nanofluids, is being considered as a promising solution and has been reported repeatedly. The most significant feature of these systems is their specific heat capacity, which can be improved by adding nanoparticles. These nanofluid systems are mainly designed for high-temperature applications based on molten salt matrices and are generally not feasible for small facilities or households. In this contribution, we are reporting the preparation of a glycerol-based medium-temperature heat transfer fluid, which could be feasible for households and smaller industrial facilities. The systems were chosen for affordability and function. The samples were based on stabilized nanoparticles of silicon dioxide, aluminum oxide and metallic copper nanoparticles. Prepared samples of the heat transfer fluid were thoroughly characterized in terms of composition and microstructure. The main useful properties of the systems dispersion stability, stored heat, viscosity, and thermal conductivity were determined. The results indicate favorable properties that show application potential of these systems.