Quantitative analysis of thermal insulation materials for optimized structural filling

Jasim, Ali K. and Rasheed, Rassol Hamed and Hammoodi, Karrar A. and Hussein, Hasan Qahtan (2025) Quantitative analysis of thermal insulation materials for optimized structural filling. POLLACK PERIODICA: AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION SCIENCES, 21 (2). pp. 80-88. ISSN 1788-1994

Text 606-article-p80.pdf - Published Version Restricted to Repository staff only Download (1MB)

Abstract

This research presents a detailed computational analysis to evaluate various thermal insulation materials and identify the most effective options for retrofitting existing structures. This study addresses a key literature gap by systematically investigating air, mineral wool, polyurethane foam, polystyrene, cellulose, and fiberglass. Simulations were performed using the enthalpy-porosity method in ANSYS FLUENT 16, with heat transfer through a multilayer wall modeled in 2D steady-state mode. Among six tested insulators, polystyrene showed the highest resistance, reducing heat flux by over 82% compared to air. Fiberglass and mineral wool followed, achieving reductions of 74–77%. Its use in buildings reduces cooling energy demands and supports environmental sustainability.

Actions (login required)

Edit Item