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  • Materials Science
  • Environmental Science

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  • Population growth and climate change exacerbate the energy crisis and extreme weather events.
  • Traditional thermal management systems are energy-intensive and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Efficient thermal management is crucial for maintaining thermal comfort and public health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in dynamic radiative thermal management technologies.
  • To cover fundamental principles, switching mechanisms, materials, and applications.
  • To discuss challenges and promote renewable energy integration in thermal management.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of recent literature on dynamic radiative thermal management.
  • Analysis of fundamental principles and switching mechanisms.
  • Evaluation of materials and application areas.

Main Results:

  • Dynamic radiative thermal management presents a promising solution for energy-efficient, year-round thermal control.
  • Renewable energy-powered radiant technologies offer sustainable alternatives to traditional systems.
  • Recent innovations show potential for seasonal adaptation without additional energy input.

Conclusions:

  • Dynamic radiative thermal management technologies are key to sustainable thermal control.
  • Addressing challenges in design and scalability is vital for broader adoption.
  • These innovations can significantly promote renewable energy integration in thermal management applications.