Experimental Investigation of the Thermal Performance of Triple Glazed Windows Integrated with PCM and Low-e Glass
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the effects of incorporating phase change materials (PCM) and lowemissivity (low-e) glass into triple-glazed windows to enhance thermal insulation in hot summer conditions in Iraq.The objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of four different triple-glazed window (TG) configurations: with two air-filled cavities; with low-e glass and air-filled cavities; with PCM in one cavity and air in the other; and with low-e glass and PCM in separate cavities.The experimental method used solar simulation to replicate high solar radiation (650 W/m² ) and measure the internal surface temperatures of each window type.The results showed that configurations of low-e glass and PCM had the highest performance, reducing the inner surface temperature by up to 8.1℃ compared to two air-filled cavities and delaying peak heat load by 2 hours.These findings suggest that combining PCM and low-e glass significantly improves thermal comfort and energy efficiency in buildings.
DOI: 10.18280/ijht.420528
Authors: Mina A. Nsaif, Jalal M. Jali, Mounir Baccar
Institution: University of Sfax
Language: English
Subfield: Mechanical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4404366458