Passive Method to Reduce Solar Energy Effect on the Cooling Load in Buildings

Energy needed for cooling residential and industrial buildings in hot weather countries is the major issue. The period needed for cooling or comfort conditions in those countries exceeds five months and outdoor temperature reaches more than 40 °C. Also, the solar intensity usually high and can reach...

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Main Authors: Orfi J., Alansary H., Mohamad A.A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2012-10-01
Series:EPJ Web of Conferences
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/20123305006