Effect of Phase Change Materials (PCMs) Integrated into a Concrete Block on Heat Gain Prevention in a Hot Climate

Effect of Phase Change Materials (PCMs) Integrated into a Concrete Block on Heat Gain Prevention in a Hot Climate

In the current study, a phase change material (PCM) contained in an insulated concrete block is tested in extremely hot weather in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to evaluate its cooling performance. An insulated chamber is constructed behind the block containing PCM to mimic a scaled down indoor spa...

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Main Authors: Ahmad Hasan, Khaled A. Al-Sallal, Hamza Alnoman, Yasir Rashid, Shaimaa Abdelbaqi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-10-01
Series:Sustainability
Subjects:
phase change material
thermal management
building insulations
air infiltration
time lag
decrement factor
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/8/10/1009

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