Latent heat storage in building materials

doi:10.1016/0378-7788(93)90040-2

Energy and Buildings

Volume 20, Issue 1, 1993, Pages 77-86

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Abstract

Thermal storage is an important aspect of energy conservation which is greatly assisted by the incorporation of latent heat storage in building products. This can be achieved by the use of various phase change materials (PCMs) which absorb and release heat much more effectively than conventional building materials. Different types of PCMs and their characteristics are described. The performances of gypsum wallboard and concrete block which have been impregnated with PCMs are examined. Manufacturing techniques are considered and applications of PCM wallboard and PCM concrete block are discussed.

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Latent heat storage in building materials

Abstract

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