Search Results - "Sala, J. M"
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Implications of the modelling of stratified hot water storage tanks in the simulation of CHP plants
Published in Energy conversion and management (01-08-2011)“…► Three different modelling approaches for simulation of hot water tanks are presented. ► The three models are simulated within a residential cogeneration…”
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Problems in the calculation of thermal bridges in dynamic conditions
Published in Energy and buildings (01-02-2011)“…The importance of calculating the effect of thermal bridges in building energy demand is growing. This is because new energy saving regulations are being…”
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Equivalent wall method for dynamic characterisation of thermal bridges
Published in Energy and buildings (01-12-2012)“…► An equivalent wall methodology for thermal bridges is developed. ► The influence area of the thermal bridges is redefined by the cut-off planes. ► The…”
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A comparative study of the CFD modeling of a ventilated active façade including phase change materials
Published in Applied energy (01-08-2014)“…•A CFD model of a ventilated active façade with PCM was developed.•Results were validated against real-scale experimental data.•Convection effects within PCM…”
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Field assessment of thermal behaviour of social housing apartments in Bilbao, Northern Spain
Published in Energy and buildings (01-12-2013)“…•An assessment of thermal performance of social dwellings is presented.•Ten selected dwellings are monitored for 10 months.•A holistic approach, based on…”
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Analysis of a thermal bridge in a guarded hot box testing facility
Published in Energy and buildings (01-07-2012)“…► A pillar thermal bridge is tested in a hot box facility. ► Then it is compared with the homogeneous constructive solution. ► The effect in phase lag and…”
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Development and comparative analysis of the modeling of an innovative finned-plate latent heat thermal energy storage system
Published in Energy (Oxford) (01-09-2013)“…This paper presents an innovative finned-plate latent heat thermal energy storage system for its integration in cogeneration systems. For optimization purposes…”
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Experimental thermal characterization of radiant barriers for building insulation
Published in Energy and buildings (01-04-2013)“…► Testing the thermal resistance of radiant barrier building insulation systems. ► Evaluation of the heat flow and hot box facilities measurement capabilities…”
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Influence of the experimental conditions on the subcooling of Glauber's salt when used as PCM
Published in Solar energy materials and solar cells (01-07-2012)“…The present article evaluates the influence of the experimental conditions in the determination of the subcooling of sodium sulfate decahydrate (Glauber's…”
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Dynamic simulation of a microcogeneration system in a Spanish cold climate
Published in Energy conversion and management (01-06-2018)“…•A microcogeneration system is numerically analysed in a load sharing approach.•A model is developed to dynamically simulate the system.•Dynamic simulation of…”
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Parametric study of the operational and economic feasibility of Stirling micro-cogeneration devices in Spain
Published in Applied thermal engineering (22-10-2014)“…This paper analyses the operational and economic viability of Stirling engine-run micro-cogeneration units in single-family houses in Spain. Thermal demands…”
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Analysis of different models to estimate energy savings related to windows in residential buildings
Published in Energy and buildings (01-06-2009)“…A Window Energy Rating System (WERS) provides a simple, approximate method to compare the energy performance of the various windows and to determine the…”
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Feasibility of small-scale gas engine-based residential cogeneration in Spain
Published in Energy policy (01-06-2011)“…Nowadays all countries are developing their own policies to promote cogeneration in the small-scale residential sector. In this paper the feasibility of…”
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Methodology for the calculation of response factors through experimental tests and validation with simulation
Published in Energy and buildings (01-04-2010)“…One of the most simple and intuitive methods employed to characterise a building solution in transient regime is based on the use of response factors. Its…”
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Static and dynamic thermal characterisation of a hollow brick wall: Tests and numerical analysis
Published in Energy and buildings (2008)“…This article explains the adjustment procedure of a calibrated hot-box unit and the execution of the corresponding tests to measure the dynamic thermal…”
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Corrosion behaviour of several aluminium alloys in contact with a thermal storage phase change material based on Glauber’s salt
Published in Corrosion science (01-06-2009)“…This article presents the results of a study about the corrosion behaviour of four aluminium alloys (EN AW 2024, 3003, 6063, and 1050) in contact with a…”
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Review of compliance with EU-2010 targets on renewable energy in Galicia (Spain)
Published in Renewable & sustainable energy reviews (01-06-2006)“…The use of renewable energy offers a range of exceptional benefits, including: a decrease in external energy dependence; a boost to local and regional…”
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Moisture buffering performance of a new pozolanic ceramic material: Influence of the film layer resistance
Published in Energy and buildings (01-04-2011)“…One of the variables that have a greater influence on the determination of the moisture buffering capacity of a material to be used as inner surface layer of…”
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A Fickian model for calculating wine losses from oak casks depending on conditions in ageing facilities
Published in Applied thermal engineering (01-04-2005)“…A Fickian model is used to simulate the wine losses during wine ageing in oak casks. The model relates wine losses due to diffusion through oak staves and…”
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Content, chemical composition and morphology of epicuticular wax of Fortune mandarin fruits in relation to peel pitting
Published in Journal of the science of food and agriculture (01-10-2000)“…Changes in the amount, chemical composition and morphology of epicuticular wax in relation to rindstaining and peel pitting of Fortune mandarin fruits from…”
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