Active aluminum window-frame integrated prototype with a thermoelectric heat recovery system for ventilation and air conditioning

  1. Pablo Santiago Arias-Salazar 1
  2. Marina Vidaurre-Arbizu 1
  3. José Antonio Sacristán-Fernández 1
  4. César Martín-Gómez 1
  5. José Ramón Couso-San Martín 2
  6. Jorge Fernández-Heras 2
  7. Amaia Zuazua-Ros 1
  1. 1 Universidad de Navarra
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    Universidad de Navarra

    Pamplona, España

    ROR https://ror.org/02rxc7m23

  2. 2 Hydro Extrusion Spain S.A.U.
Actas:
Proceedings - 3rd Valencia International Biennial of Research in Architecture, VIBRArch

Editorial: Escuela Técnica Superior de Arquitectura de Valencia

ISSN: 2990-1855

Ano de publicación: 2022

Páxinas: 210-217

Tipo: Achega congreso

DOI: 10.4995/VIBRARCH2022.2022.15248 GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openAcceso aberto editor

Resumo

Research interest in the integration of thermoelectric systems in the building envelope have increased during the last years. Studies show that regardless of a low COP compared to vapor compression systems; thermoelectric systems present other remarkable features for heating, cooling and ventilation on buildings. Among those studies, a few prototype experiences incorporate thermoelectric systems on windows.Alternatively, standard air conditioning systems often require additional equipment installed on façade or wall surfaces that compromise the use of space in the case of building refurbishment. Thus, the integration of thermoelectric systems on window framing is presented here as a decentralized alternative for air conditioning support, whose performance aims at balancing out the heat losses in windows. The purpose of this communication is to present the development of an active aluminum window-framing prototype with a thermoelectric heat recovery system for heating and cooling. In a typical single-floor house scenario, the active window-frame works in two different modes: pre heating/cooling mode applying forced convection through a mechanical fan and pre heating/cooling mode with natural convection. The impulsion airflow rate meets ventilation requirements according to Spanish Technical Building Code (CTE) for indoor air quality.