Vacuum-photovoltaic (VPV) glazing has attracted much attention due to its excellent thermal insulation performance and ability utilize solar energy. However, few simulation models have been established based on actual products rarely validated by experiments. In this paper, a four-layer CdTe-based VPV was developed the corresponding numerical heat transfer model with integration of dynamic powe...

The long-term pressure on a properly functioning modern infrastructure is the main reason for the development of new construction elements and technological processes. In the case of buildings, this development can offer original and significant improvements in aesthetic, functional and economical terms. Then the implemented structural elements and technological systems have a major impact on t...

The aim of the article is to describe the results of an experimental campaign based on the assessment of a heat recovery unit coupled with a dynamic window. Two fully monitored and calibrated outdoor test cells are used, in order to evaluate the energy performance and the related thermal comfort. The former presents a traditional window with double-glazing, aluminum frame and indoor blind and a...

Heat transfer through different modes from outside environment to inside occur by conduction, convection and thermal radiation. Inclusion of automatic-advance-generation-software; „WINDOW 6.3‟ makes possible the detailed true picture of the impact of glazed material & its thickness/ pane spacing on its Thermal Transmittance. This software makes the user understand the thermal performance of gla...

Polymeric glazing and mouldings are an extremely high “want” from the transportation community, enabling more creative designs as well as improved part consolidation。 However, plastic windows and mouldings must have high-performance and low-cost protective coating systems with lifetimes in excess of 10 years. Current polymeric glazings do not meet durability/performance requirements for near-te...