Cheap heat transfer solutions for buildings

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The goal of this project is the optimisation of insulating structures in home design. Basic notions of thermodynamics and heat transfer are required for carrying out analytical calculations. Free software Energy2D by Concord is used for numerical simulation.

Resources about heat transfer in masonry and civil engineering

Heat transfer fundamentals and basic thermal calculations in masonry.

A brief tutorial on Energy2D and room heat transfer.

Thermo-Physical Properties of Construction Materials.

2D thermal transient simulation of closed room with constant power source. Download