Essays about: "U-value"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 45 essays containing the word U-value.
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1. Long-term Forecasting Heat Use in Sweden's Residential Sector using Genetic Algorithms and Neural Network
University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhetAbstract : In this study, the parameters of population, gross domestic product (GDP), heat price, U-value, and temperature have been used to predict heat consumption for Sweden till 2050. It should be noted that the heat consumption has been considered for multi-family houses. Most multi-family houses (MFH) get their primary heat from district heating (DH). READ MORE
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2. Energy simulations of apartment buildings using IDA ICE
University essay from KTH/Hållbara byggnaderAbstract : This study presents an energy signature method for analyzing thermal inertia of apartment building located in Stockholm using IDA ICE software. The method involves analyzing the building’s consumption of energy hourly and calculating the temperature change rate of the building’s thermal mass. READ MORE
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3. Reversible windows for energy savings : Computer simulations using IDA-ICE software
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för byggnadsteknik, energisystem och miljövetenskapAbstract : This study looks at how reversible windows can minimize cooling and heating energy use while maintaining thermal comfort in buildings in Sweden and Spain. The growing need for energy-efficient structures and the potential advantages of reversible windows served as the driving forces behind this study. READ MORE
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4. Adaptable housing during crisis : Sustainable transition from tents to permanent accommodations.
University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för byggteknik (BY)Abstract : This study delves into the development of a long-term, sustainable housing solution to address the challenges faced during crisis when people are in immediate need of an accommodation. While temporary tents have been traditionally employed as shelters, their inefficiency in colder climates and lack of sustainability necessitate the exploration of alternative options. READ MORE
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5. A comparison between embodied and operational carbon in a building envelope from a life cycle perspective
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : Sweden’s building sector contributes over one third of the country’s total energy consumption and over a fifth of its greenhouse gas emissions. To achieve the energy and climate goals that have been adopted by the Parliament in Sweden, work must be done within this sector to reduce its climate impact. READ MORE
