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Apa yang dimaksud dengan kemampuan inersia termal?
Apa peran isolasi dalam kenyamanan termal?
Material dengan massa termal yang tinggi umumnya digunakan di daerah beriklim _____.
Apa pentingnya orientasi bangunan dalam kenyamanan termal?
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Berapa persen panas yang diserap oleh bangunan dari sinar matahari atau radiasi matahari disebut sebagai?
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Apa yang mempengaruhi kinerja keseluruhan dari lapisan pelindung bangunan?
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Material dengan massa termal rendah seperti kayu lebih disukai di daerah beriklim _____.
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Apa yang menjadi tujuan utama dari standar kenyamanan termal?
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Siapakah peneliti yang banyak berkontribusi dalam pengembangan model matematis untuk standar kenyamanan termal?
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Kenapa penting untuk mencatat bahwa kenyamanan adalah kondisi subjektif?
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Apa peran dari standar ASHRAE seperti Standar 55 dalam hal kenyamanan termal?
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Bagaimana standar kenyamanan termal berperan dalam keberlanjutan bangunan?
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Mengapa standar kenyamanan termal memerlukan penyesuaian di wilayah tropis seperti Afrika sub-Sahara?
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Apa yang menyebabkan pentingnya orientasi bangunan dalam mencapai kenyamanan termal?
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Bagaimana standar kenyamanan termal dapat memengaruhi produktivitas penghuni bangunan?
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Apa dampak dari standar kenyamanan termal terhadap konsumsi energi sistem lingkungan bangunan?
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Apa yang membedakan kenyamanan dari standar dengan kondisi absolut?
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Study Notes
Principles of Thermal Comfort in Architectural Design
Efficient Building Exterior
Creating an efficient building exterior is essential for optimal thermal comfort. A well-designed building envelope helps maintain a stable indoor environment by controlling heat gain, insulation, thermal inertia, and air ventilation. The building's orientation, opaque-to-glazed areas ratio, and heat reflection percentage are crucial factors that determine the envelope's overall performance.
Insulation
Insulation is responsible for maintaining the desired interior temperature by preventing heat loss in cold weather and excess heat gain in warm weather. High insulation values contribute to improved thermal comfort by maintaining a consistent indoor temperature.
Solar Gain
Solar gain refers to the amount of heat absorbed by a building through its envelope, either directly from sunlight or indirectly through solar radiation. By controlling solar gain, architects can ensure that buildings remain cool during warm seasons and retain warmth during cold ones. Materials with high thermal mass, such as bricks and stones, are commonly used in hot environments to keep interiors cool for extended periods, whereas low thermal mass materials like wood are preferred in colder regions to increase heating efficiency.
Thermal Inertia
Thermal inertia refers to a material's ability to store heat energy over time, which can significantly impact a building's internal temperature fluctuations. High thermal inertia materials, such as brick and stone, release stored heat slowly and help maintain indoor temperatures longer, whereas low thermal inertia materials, such as wood, absorb and lose heat quickly.
Air Ventilation
Managing air exchange and circulation with the outdoors is crucial for maintaining thermal comfort. Both mechanical and natural ventilation can be employed to release humidity and provide fresh air flow within a building, contributing to a comfortable atmosphere.
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Description
Learn about the key concepts in architectural design that influence thermal comfort, including efficient building exteriors, insulation, solar gain, thermal inertia, and air ventilation. Understanding these principles is crucial for creating spaces with optimal indoor temperature and comfort.
