Waste-based geopolymeric mortars with very high moisture buffering capacity
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.09.201
Abstract: Abstract In this study, lightweight waste-based geopolymeric mortars were evaluated for the first time regarding their potential to passively adjust indoor relative humidity (RH) levels. Geopolymer mortars were prepared using a mixture of fly ash… read more here.
Keywords: geopolymeric mortars; moisture; waste based; based geopolymeric ... See more keywords
The moisture buffering performance of plasters when exposed to simultaneous sinusoidal temperature and RH variations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jobe.2020.101890
Abstract: Abstract Wall constructions have the capacity to contribute to the passive regulation of indoor Relative Humidity. This property, referred to as moisture buffering, is linked to the hygroscopicity of materials, which allows materials to store… read more here.
Keywords: temperature; response; relative humidity; humidity ... See more keywords
Moisture Buffering in Surface Materials Due to Simultaneous Varying Relative Humidity and Temperatures: Experimental Validation of New Analytical Formulas
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DOI: 10.3390/app10217665
Abstract: Buildings are subjected to the indoor environment, especially in non-controlled climates. Temperature and humidity variations might effect or even damage materials sensitive to moisture. For this reason, it is important to understand the response of… read more here.
Keywords: surface materials; moisture; buffering surface; materials due ... See more keywords