Accurate characterization of the transmittance parameter (U-value) is decisive when
assessing energy demand or energy consumption of buildings. The U-value of building …

The non-destructive thermal characterization of building envelopes relies significantly on
various factors such as climate conditions, monitoring devices used, indoor environment …

Different standard methods for the assessment of the thermal performance of the building
envelope are used: analogy with coeval building, theoretical method, heat flow meter …

Owing to the high energy consumption in the building sector, appraising the thermal
performance of building envelopes is an increasing concern. Recently, a few in situ …

Accurate analysis of building energy performance necessitates methodologies that can
diagnose the thermal performance of a building's envelope. The building envelope contains …

In efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in the construction sector, policies promoting
energy efficiency improvements in existing buildings are being implemented. Accurately …

The significance of on-site measurements for the thermal characterization of building
components is widely recognized. Walls thermal performance can be identified through the …

Actual thermal performance of building walls need to be assessed through on-site tests.
Several measurement procedures have been proposed during the last decades …

Cost-effective strategies and quantitative evidence of impact are essential for remodeling.
Therefore, the first step is to define the remodeling scheme, conduct case studies and collect …

The study investigates the impact of improved synthetic amorphous silica, specifically
developed aerogel-based insulating coatings, Quartzene (Qz), on energy efficiency in …