Calculation of optimal outdoor enclosure in the arctic conditions

Abstract

Definition of optimal thickness of thermal insulating materials, prevention of frost penetration and overheat and provision of proper thermal efficiency is an important problem in arctic conditions. This article demonstrates the results of thermotechnical calculations of enclosing constructions using SHADDAN software and economic calculations made in RIK software. These results allowed us to perform comparative analysis of two building technologies: "thermal block" and "render system". Both options met regulatory heat transfer requirements. However, regarding cost efficiency, use of "thermal blocks" technology is more effective in arctic conditions.