Thermodynamic qualification of knitted spacer fabrics for use as insulation box insert in the context of refrigerated transport containers in the logistics sector by Julia Klausmann, Thomas Mutschler, Prisca Holderied, Dominik Güther, Thomas Freitag, Matthias Hummel, Martin Zeitler, Oliver van Neerven, Marcus Oliver Weber, Christof Breckenfelder

“…The knitted box performs as insulation when the transported goods are actively cooled inside the box, which is more sustainable and flexible than recent insulation solutions. …”
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Performance Characterisation of a Hybrid Flat-Plate Vacuum Insulated Photovoltaic/Thermal Solar Power Module in Subtropical Climate by Andrew Y. A. Oyieke, Freddie L. Inambao

“…A flat-plate Vacuum Insulated Photovoltaic and Thermal (VIPV/T) system has been thermodynamically simulated and experimentally evaluated to assess the thermal and electrical performance as well as energy conversion efficiencies under a subtropical climate. …”
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Research on the Thermal Performance and Dimensional Compatibility of Insulation Panels with Chinese Fir Facings: Insights from Field Investigations in Qiandongnan by Sixian Dai, Jingkang Lin, Panpan Ma, Qiuyun Chen, Xiangyu Chen, Feibin Wang, Zeli Que

“…Due to the widespread use of Chinese fir in local construction and its compatibility with the landscape, this combination is ideal for both energy efficiency and cultural preservation.…”
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Design, Development, and Analysis of a Densely Packed 500x Concentrating Photovoltaic Cell Assembly on Insulated Metal Substrate by Leonardo Micheli, Nabin Sarmah, K. S. Reddy, Xichun Luo, Tapas K. Mallick

“…The assembly achieves a fill factor above 80% and an efficiency of 29.4% at 500x, less than 2% lower than that of a single cell commercial receiver. …”
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Local adaptive insulation in amorphous powder cores with low core loss and high DC bias via ultrasonic rheomolding by H. Z. Li, Y. Q. Yan, W. S. Cai, L. Y. Li, A. Yan, L. H. Liu, J. Ma, H. B. Ke, Q. Li, B. A. Sun, W. H. Wang, C. Yang

“…The biconcave-lens insulation structure can effectively buffer the impact of high mechanical stress on the magnetization of magnetic powder particles, allowing for the ultrasonic rheomolded powder cores to maintain better magnetization efficiency and consequently resulting in excellent soft magnetic properties under the cooperative effect of very low internal stresses and low porosity. …”
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Design of a plasmonic optical biosensor based on a metal-insulator-metal ring resonator for the detection of various bacterial pathogens by Ali Khodaie, Yousef Rafighirani, Hamid Heidarzadeh, Javad Javidan

“…In this study, we propose a label-free plasmonic optical biosensor based on a metal–insulator–metal (MIM) dual-ring resonator structure for the efficient detection of bacterial species. …”
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Impact Sound Insulation Behavior of Ceramic Tile and Rubber Mat Lightweight Floating Floors Under Prolonged Loading in Residential Buildings by Sérgio Klippel Filho, Fernanda Pacheco, Hinoel Zamis Ehrenbring, Roberto Christ, Bernardo Fonseca Tutikian, Jorge Patrício

“…Floating floors are an efficient solution, composed of a rigid walking surface above a resilient material. …”
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Survey data on Norwegian household energy performance improvement behaviours: Focus on solar PV, flexible energy use, and insulationZenodo by Yechennan Peng, Christian A. Klöckner

“…This dataset provides individual-level longitudinal data on energy improvement behaviours, including solar PV adoption, flexible energy use, and home insulation, as well as related psychological variables in Norwegian households. …”
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Insulation Condition Assessment of High-Voltage Single-Core Cables Via Zero-Crossing Frequency Analysis of Impedance Phase Angle by Fang Wang, Zeyang Tang, Zaixin Song, Enci Zhou, Mingzhen Li, Xinsong Zhang

“…To address the limitations of low detection efficiency and poor spatial resolution of traditional cable insulation diagnosis methods, a novel cable insulation diagnosis method based on impedance spectroscopy has been proposed. …”
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Optimizing Artificial Neural Networks with Particle Swarm Optimization for Accurate Prediction of Insulator Flashover Voltage Under Dry and Rainy Conditions by Abdelhalim Mahdjoubi, lazreg taibaoui, Boubakeur Zegnini

“… Outdoor insulators are highly susceptible to environmental factors, such as moisture, rain, and contaminants, which significantly degrade their efficiency and durability. …”
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Towards Determination of Inductive Resistances of Single-Core Cables with Voltage of up to 1 kV Insulated by Cross-Linked Polyethylene by V. N. Radkevich, V. V. Stalovich, D. S. Alekhnovich

“…In the technical literature there are no exact parameters of single-core cables with voltage of up to 1 kV insulated by crosslinked polyethylene. This results in inaccuracies in the calculations of modes of electrical networks. …”
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Assessing the Application Effects and Operating Conditions on Three Different Insulation Capacity Walls Using Internal Quantitative Infrared Thermography in China by Huanyu Li, Guohui Feng, Yi Pu, Han Wang

“…Against the backdrop of China’s carbon emission reduction goals, quantitative infrared thermography offers a promising avenue for advancing building energy efficiency testing. This study conducted QIRT testing on three buildings with different insulation capabilities (old buildings, conventional insulated buildings, nearly zero-energy buildings) in Shenyang, China. …”
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When construction was linear. Analysis of the energy sustainability of social housing in Spain (1939-1989) by Aurora Martínez-Corral, Domingo Cuéllar

“…The article is based on the analysis of the thermal envelope carried out based on the projects available, as well as the study and application of the regulations on thermal insulation in the period under study, which specifically did not exist until the 1979 basic standard on thermal conditions (NBE-CT-79). …”
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Technical, economy and environmental assessment of an improved cooking stove: An experimental study by Gilbert Nhagala John, Esebi Aloyce Nyari, Gerutu Bosinge Gerutu, Ramadhani Omary Kivugo, Farhiya Warsame, Pius V. Chombo

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Enhancing the Thermal Insulation Properties of Clay Materials Using Coffee Grounds and Expanded Perlite Waste: A Sustainable Approach to Masonry Applications by Ioannis Makrygiannis, Konstantinos Karalis, Ploutarchos Tzampoglou

“…The most significant finding was the substantial improvement in thermal performance, with all the modified formulations exhibiting reduced thermal conductivity and enhanced insulation. The best performance was observed in the TZPW mixture, which demonstrated the lowest thermal conductivity, highest thermal resistance, and optimal U-values in masonry wall testing, confirming its potential for energy-efficient construction. …”
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A comprehensive life cycle cost model for high-temperature pipe insulation: balancing heat dissipation, temperature resistance and economic benefits by Da Huo, Jing Zhao, Zidong Zhao, Xin Zeng

“…Efficient insulation technologies are essential for enhancing energy utilization and maximizing economic benefits. …”
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One-pot low-temperature preparation of thermo-responsive self-ceramifiable glass fiber insulation tiles with exceptional mechanical and ablative properties by Fengchun Ji, Zhihang Peng, Xin Yang, Jian Feng, Yang Xiang, Zeyu Liu

“…The self-ceramifiable GFRIT offers a significant idea for developing thermal protection materials (TPMs) with processability, toughness, high load-carrying capacity and efficient insulation in extreme conditions.…”
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Hive Insulation Increases Foraging Activities of Bumble Bees (<i>Bombus impatiens</i>) in a Wild Blueberry Field in Quebec, Canada by Maxime C. Paré, Nasimeh Mortazavi, Jean-Denis Brassard, Thierry Chouffot, Julie Douillard, G. Christopher Cutler

“…A study was conducted in a LB field in Saguenay (Québec, Canada) focusing on the effects of hive insulation (I+ and I−), heating (H+ and H−), and placement in a single-row tree line windbreak. …”
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THE WAYS OF INCREASE OF EFFICIENCY OF FOAM CONCRETE by Sh. G. Jalalov, K. A. Otsokov

“…Studies have shown that the use of local raw materials and industrial wastes reduces the cost heat insulation’s products while maintaining the desired properties of the foam.Conclusion. …”
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Fire Performance Comparison of Expanded Polystyrene External Thermal Insulation Composites Systems and Expandable Graphite-Modified Surface Covers at Different Scales by Mingwei Tang, Serge Bourbigot, Thomas Rogaume, Tsilla Bensabath, Benjamin Batiot, Virginie Drean

“…Numerous fire disasters have involved thermoplastic expanded polystyrene (EPS) external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) on building façades. …”
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