Predictive Performance of Hygro-Thermal Simulation Models: A Case Study

Abstract:

In recent years, many researchers have focused on the energy efficiency and performance of existing buildings. In order to predict the hygrothermal performance and minimize the risk of moisture damage in retrofit cases, user-friendly moisture calculation tools have been developed. However, concerns have been raised as to how to increase the reliability of such tools. In this context, the present study uses simulation to investigate the retrofit potential of the historical building façades via application of silica aerogels on the external walls. Monitored data provided the basis for generation of a more accurate initial simulation model, as well as the evaluation of the predictive performance of the model.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 887)
• Pages: 401-407
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.887.401
• Online since: January 2019
• Authors: Samira Aien*, Mahnameh Taheri, Sarin Pinich, Matthias Schuss, Ardeshir Mahdavi
• Keywords: Aerogel, Building Monitoring, Building Retrofit, Hygro-Thermal Simulation

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