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Cooling Materials

Language
English
Format
Category

Non-Fiction

Cooling Materials explores innovative materials designed for passive cooling, offering a path to reduce reliance on energy-intensive air conditioning. Addressing the urgent need for sustainable building solutions, the book delves into radiative, evaporative, and conductive cooling techniques. Readers will discover how these materials, like cool pavements and green roofs, can combat the urban heat island effect and improve energy efficiency.

The book progresses logically, starting with heat transfer fundamentals before exploring specific cooling material technologies. Each chapter details material science, manufacturing, performance, and application, including integrated design strategies. It highlights how strategic use of passive cooling materials can shift building design towards cost-effective, environmentally sound alternatives, referencing historical uses of natural materials for thermal comfort alongside modern material science advancements.

This book's strength lies in its practical approach, offering guidance for selecting, implementing, and evaluating cooling technologies in building projects. It presents real-world case studies and performance metrics, making it valuable for architects, engineers, and urban planners seeking to create comfortable, sustainable buildings while addressing ongoing discussions on cost-effectiveness and long-term durability of cooling materials.

© 2025 Publifye (Ebook): 9788233996673

Translators: AI

Release date

Ebook: 21 February 2025