In the past decades, spectrally selective windows, such near-infrared absorbing (NIR)
glazings, low-e glazings, and various smart windows, have been widely studied, developed …

Among several active photothermal nanomaterials, tungsten-oxide-based materials have
received considerable attention recently because of their ability to absorb near-infrared …

Metallic nanoparticles exhibit localized surface plasmon resonance, which gifts them with
enhanced solar energy absorption in a special band. With an adjustable plasma resonance …

Pyroelectric nanogenerators (PyNG) are crucial to convert waste heat into electrical energy.
In this study, we develop PyNG device with screen-printed serpentine electrode (SRE) and …

Spectrally selective window provides a positive solution for the sustainable development of
buildings in hot regions. In this study, a novel filuis-based spectrally selective design was …

Employing lanthanide doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) as near-infrared
absorbing photoactive materials is a feasible conception for constructing high efficient and …

Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) hydrogel is a promising material for fabricating energy
saving smart windows. However, its lower critical solution temperature (LCST= 42° C) is …

Smart windows with synergetic light modulation have heightened demands for applications
in smart cars and novel buildings. However, improving the on-demand energy-saving …

With the green developments of buildings, the next-generation windows are supposed to
have excellent energy-saving behaviors, including thermal insulation and solar control. In …

From an energy-saving perspective, solar heat shielding materials for architectural or
automobile glass have become more and more important for sustainable development …