Mechanical and thermal evaluation of different types of PCM-concrete composite panels

Dervilla Niall

Dublin Institute of Technology

Chartered structural engineer with the Institute of Structural Engineers. After 16 years working with a consultancy practice I joined the Department of Civil & Structural Engineering in DIT as a lecturer in 2010. I am also currently undertaking a part time PhD research programme in Trinity College Dublin.

Abstract

Using the mass of a building as a heat storage system can reduce the demand on the heating and cooling systems of the building. Concrete combines a high specific heat capacity with a thermal conductivity that is appropriate... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Dervilla Niall (Dublin Institute of Technology)
  2. Oliver Kinnane (Queen's University Belfast)
  3. Roger West (Trinity College, University of Dublin)
  4. Sarah Mccormack (Trinity College, University of Dublin)

Topic Area

Topics: Topic #1

Session

CO-2 » Concrete II (16:20 - Monday, 29th August, ENG-G018)

Paper

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