Evaluation of Thermal Insulation Effect on Thermal Bridges at Precast Concrete Wall Junctions in Residential Buildings
Keywords:
Thermal bridge, Thermal insulation, Precast concrete wallsAbstract
The study aims to compare the linear thermal transmittance of precast concrete wall connection in residential buildings, both insulated and non-insulated conditions, using Physibel-SOLIDO in accordance with ISO 10211. The insulation case decreased linear thermal transmittance by 9.46% and total heat transfer reduction by 4.76%. Furthermore, insulation reduced heat accumulation at connection and stabilized interior temperature, significantly enhancing energy efficiency for buildings in tropical regions.
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