Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8113727 | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews | 2016 | 24 Pages |
Abstract
The purpose of the paper is to provide a review of the main commercialized insulation materials (conventional, alternative and advanced) for the building sector through a holistic and multidisciplinary approach, considering thermal properties, acoustic properties, reaction to fire and water vapor resistance; environmental issues were also taken into account by means of Life Cycle Assessment approach. A comparative analysis was performed, considering also unconventional insulation materials that are not yet present in the market. Finally a case study was conducted evaluating both thermal transmittance and dynamic thermal properties of one lightweight and three heavyweight walls, with different types of insulating materials and ways of installation (external, internal or cavity insulation).
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Authors
S. Schiavoni, F. D׳Alessandro, F. Bianchi, F. Asdrubali,