The direct incorporation of micro-encapsulated phase change materials in the concrete mixing process: feasibility study

M. Hunger, A.G. Entrop, I. Mandilaras, H.J.H. Brouwers, M. Founti

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    Abstract

    The present study refers to a set of tests using different amounts of micro-encapsulated PCM directly mixed into self-compacting concrete. This SCC is investigated regarding its fresh and hardened properties. It will be shown that increasing PCM amounts lead to lower thermal conductivity and increased heat capacity, which both significantly improve the thermal performance of concrete
    structures. On the other hand, a significant loss in strength and a micro-structural
    analysis both indicate that a large part of the capsules cannot withstand the mixing
    process, which is a result of insufficient mechanical and chemical resilience of the
    encapsulating material.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationCMS 2009 conference on lifecycle design of buildings, systems and materials, CIB W115 construction materials stewardship, 12-15 June 2009, Enschede, The Netherlands
    EditorsE. Durmisevic
    Place of PublicationEnschede, the Netherlands
    PublisherCIB
    Pages141-148
    ISBN (Print)978-90-9024420-4
    Publication statusPublished - 12 Jun 2009
    EventCMS 2009 Conference on Lifecycle Design of Buildings, Systems and Materials, CIB W115 Construction Materials Stewardship - Enschede, Netherlands
    Duration: 12 Jun 200915 Jun 2009

    Conference

    ConferenceCMS 2009 Conference on Lifecycle Design of Buildings, Systems and Materials, CIB W115 Construction Materials Stewardship
    Country/TerritoryNetherlands
    CityEnschede
    Period12/06/0915/06/09

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