Abstract
Performance of concrete exterior wall structures was analysed with computational methods. On-going field measurements will complement the study. The hygrothermal properties of ventilated structures were compared with basic non-ventilated structures. The importance of insulation thickness was analysed in terms of wind protection and thermal benefit of increased insulation level. The applicability of structures and the importance of performance properties of surface coatings for different climatic conditions have been assessed.
| Translated title of the contribution | Ventilation and thermal resistance of concrete structures |
|---|---|
| Original language | Finnish |
| Pages (from-to) | 3-58 |
| Number of pages | 56 |
| Journal | VTT Tiedotteita - Valtion Teknillinen Tutkimuskeskus |
| Issue number | 2210 |
| State | Published - 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Analysis
- Climate
- Computations
- Concrete structures
- Construction
- Exterior walls
- Insulation thickness
- Methods
- Surface coatings
- Thermal insulation
- Ventilated structures
- Ventilation
- Wind