Numerical Simulation of the Hygrothermal Behavior of a New Solid Wood Panel for Room Temperature Control – Calibration of the Heating Curve

Numerical analysis of anisotropic building components requires sophisticated transient simulation models. Especially in case of wooden components, anisotropic properties are additionally taken into account, in order to obtain reliable results. Within an industry driven project a solid wood panel with an integrated functional pipe element is to be developed. Focusing on thermal and hygric long-term performance and durability, possible constructions are evaluated experimentally and numerically. This paper focuses on both the fitting procedure for executed numerical simulations as well as design decisions determining a panels heating curve. Main criteria and boundary conditions of the calibration and simulation procedures are discussed.