Simulation Methods in the Thermal Assessment of Wooden and Vernacular Houses
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https://doi.org/10.46421/encacelacac.v18i1.6450Keywords:
Thermal performance, Vernacular buildings, Timber houses, Computational simulations, SustainabilityAbstract
The aim of this study is to investigate the thermal performance of timber and vernacular buildings, analyzing how their construction characteristics influence this performance under different climatic conditions. The methodology employs computational simulations review using tools such as EnergyPlus, DesignBuilder, and ANSYS FLUENT to assess variables such as material thermal properties and passive climate control strategies. The main results indicate that these buildings have efficient thermal performance, highlighting the potential of wood as a thermal insulator and vernacular solutions for adaptation to the local climate. The contribution of the study lies in the systematization of effective practices, promoting the more sustainable and efficient use of these construction typologies in the civil engineering sector.
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