Vacuum Insulation Panels. Thermal Analysis of Wall Sandwiches

Abstract

The paper analyzes the behavior of vacuum-insulated panels VIP as a component of new sandwich panels having an improved performance concerning the insulation characteristics. Solar radiation can have an impact during the heating season if the glass does not block the radiation from being transmitted further to the VIP. Special properties can show during the winter season especially when low-intensity radiation exists. The analysis shows the possibility of improving the VIP sandwich panel with an advantage related to reduced thickness compared to traditional polystyrene insulation.