Usage Effect of the Selective Absorption Facade Instead an Insulation Layer and Influence on Energy Performance of the Family House

Abstract

In this paper the usage influence of the selective absorption facade instead an insulation layer on heating energy consumption of the family house is simulated. Using EnergyPlus software on the model of existing family house the defined influence has been analyzed. On selected exterior walls (especially southern) the insulation layers were removed and replaced with the selective absorption facade. This procedure resulted in the increased radiation gains as well as increased convection losses. Sixteen simulation scenarios were carried out. Results of these simulations were shown that a lack of insulation layer on southern facade can be compensated by application of the selective absorption surface.