Journal article
Development and validation of a transient simulation model of a full-scale PCM embedded radiant chilled ceiling
S Mousavi, B Rismanchi, S Brey, L Aye
Building Simulation | Springer | Published : 2023
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Abstract
The recent significant rise in space cooling energy demand due to the massive use of air-conditioning systems has adversely changed buildings’ energy use patterns globally. The updated energy technology perspectives highlight the need for innovative cooling systems to address this growing cooling demand. Phase change material embedded radiant chilled ceiling (PCM-RCC) has lately acquired popularity as they offer more efficient space cooling together with further demand-side flexibility. Recent advancements in PCM-RCC applications have increased the necessity for reliable simulation models to assist professionals in identifying improved designs and operating settings. In this study, a transie..
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The authors would like to thank their industry partner, InvAus Pty Ltd, for preparing the test cabin. The authors are also grateful to A/Prof. Stephen Livesley and Mr. Pui Kwan Cheung for providing weather data for the period of measurements, and Dr. Sheikh Khaleduzzaman Shah for helpful comments and suggestions. This work was conducted within the Department of Infrastructure Engineering as a part of the PhD thesis of the first author, who has been supported by the University of Melbourne's Research Scholarship (MRS). This work was also partly enabled with the analytical support of the AuScope Subsurface Observatory Program via the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS).