Analysis in support of the radiant barrier fact sheet 2010 update

Therese Stovall; Som Shrestha; Rao V. Arimilli; David W. Yarbrough; Thomas Pearson

Analysis in support of the radiant barrier fact sheet 2010 update

Therese Stovall, Som Shrestha, Rao V. Arimilli, David W. Yarbrough, Thomas Pearson

Building Envelope Materials Research

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Abstract

Quantifying the benefits of radiant barriers is complex because the benefits depend upon the climate, attic geometry, duct arrangements, and other building parameters. Homeowners, however, require simplified guidance regarding building envelope options, even those options that seem to have no simple answers. An extensive parametric evaluation of radiant barrier installation alternatives was made using a newly expanded and benchmarked version of an attic simulation program. To complement this analysis, a detailed numerical analysis of radiation heat transfer within the attic and within the small space bounded by the rafters and the sheathing was completed. The results provide guidance for homeowners and builders.

Original language	English
State	Published - 2010
Event	11th International Conference on Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Whole Buildings, Buildings XI - Clearwater, United States Duration: Dec 5 2010 → Dec 9 2010

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Conference	11th International Conference on Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Whole Buildings, Buildings XI
Country/Territory	United States
City	Clearwater
Period	12/5/10 → 12/9/10

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