Pavement temperature field is driven by climatic factors such solar radiation, air temperature,
wind, and among others. Accurate prediction of pavement temperature field is critical for …

A systematic review of latent heat storage in building elements was conducted to establish
the current knowledge base and reveal key design and performance factors that could be …

For decades, residential and commercial roofs have been considered a prime location for
installation of building integrated solar systems. In climatic conditions of East Tennessee …

The increasing popularity of phase change materials (PCM)-enhanced building products
has initiated a scientific discussion concerning specific aspects of their applicability. This …

Globally, rising temperatures, together with the growing population, urbanization, and
improved living standards, are driving a sharp increase in energy demand in the building …

The present trend in building research is to improve sustainability in building construction
and operation. The development of new renewable technologies is essential to improve the …

Abstract The use of Phase Change Materials (PCMs) as thermal storage systems in
buildings has been already of interest throughout almost seven decades. Current …

Heat energy storage equipment has the advantages of highly efficient energy storage
performance and constant temperature owing to its adoption of Phase change material …

The incorporation of phase change materials (PCMs) into building elements is an effective
technique that has been gaining momentum in the construction industry for achieving …

In this paper, a phase change material (PCM) filled rooftop is proposed to reduce heat
transfer from the roof. Experiments are conducted to compare the thermal characteristics of …