Paraffin as Passive Solar Energy Accumulator in Glazing
Abstract
Theoretical model, experimental and real life tests done for estimate opportunity and gain from phase change material application in glazing. Theoretical model description, and results of tests described in publication. Tested component was chosen according widely used technologies and easily accessible materials. Double and triple glazed window with glazing thinness 6 mm was chosen. Pretested experiments show that pure paraffin could be used as PCM in glazing, however it has disadvantages. Annual real life test done in Temperate climate conditions.