Submitted by Maria.Kapsalaki on Fri, 07/15/2016 - 11:41
The paper presents a laboratory investigation about cork-cement mixtures designed for building applications. Samples are prepared by mixing cork aggregates, sand, cement and water. Two volume dosages of cork are considered by 50% and 75% (relative to sand). The samples are then characterized in terms of their hygrothermal properties, which are used for simulations on room level for the Constantine city in Algeria. Results show that using cork concrete results in the energy consumption economy that can reach 29% when compared to a classical solution using hollow brick.
Submitted by Maria.Kapsalaki on Fri, 07/15/2016 - 11:38
Providing satisfactory indoor environmental conditions, air quality and thermal comfort through adequate ventilation is crucial in maintaining safe, healthy and comfortable buildings. Since, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are significant contributors to energy consumed in buildings, natural ventilation solutions are being increasingly utilised.
Submitted by Maria.Kapsalaki on Wed, 06/22/2016 - 17:13
During the past few months, venticool has pursued its efforts to raise awareness, exchange information and discuss issues on ventilative cooling, namely in collaboration with IEA EBC Annex 62 and QUALICHeCK.
Here is a snapshot of our latest joint achievements:
During the joint CLIMA 2016 and the 12th REHVA Conference held in Aalborg on May 22-25 2016, a specific session dealing with ventilation and air infiltration was organised by the AIVC. The title of the workshop was: “2020 Agenda for Ventilation and Air Infiltration: knowledge gaps, research priorities and the need for innovation”, aiming to look into the future needs concerning ventilation and air infiltration, including comfort and health and considering all building types and climates.
The presentations of the workshop are now available for download:
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