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Heating Performance and Occupants′ Comfort Sensation of Low temperature Radiant Floor Heating System in Apartment Buildings of Korea

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: AbstrctTo develop an energy-efficient low-temperature radiant floor heating system in an apartment housing unit from an improved the overall heating system efficiency perspective, it is essential to consider the occupants′ thermal comfort and evaluate the thermal environment and thermal output of the radiant panel. This study evaluated the heating performance of a low temperature radiant floor heating system by monitoring the water flow rates, supply and return water temperatures, indoor room temperatures and floor surface temperatures through field measurements, and surveyed the occupants′ thermal comfort through questionnaires. Based on the results of field measurements and the occupants′ questionnaires, the heating performance and thermal comfort sensation of a low-temperature radiant floor heating system were analyzed. The design considerations of a low temperature radiant floor heating system are suggested.

Source: Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering

DOI: 10.3130/jaabe.14.733

Authors: Yoon-Bok Seong, Hyun-Hwa Lee, Seung-Yeong Song, Jiyoung Lee, Jae-Han Lim

Institutions: Ewha Womans University, Cheongju University

Language: English

Topic: Building Energy and Comfort Optimization

Subfield: Building and Construction

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,165