Description
This paper describes numerical and experimental analysis of a novel design concept. Traditionally, the thermal design of building envelope assemblies is based on a static energy flow. However, building envelopes are subject to varying environmental conditions. This mismatch between the steady-state principles used in the design of roofs and walls and their dynamic operation results in relatively low thermal efficiency. Design work in support of the development of zero-energy houses showed that conventional insulations may not be the most cost-effective energy solution. Testing conducted on several strategies to thermally disconnect wall and roof components showed 70% to 90% reductions in peak hour loads as compared to conventional building practice.
Citation: Thermal Performance, International Conference, 2010
Product Details
- Published:
- 2010
- Number of Pages:
- 13
- File Size:
- 1 file , 6 MB
- Product Code(s):
- D-BUILDINGSXI-199
