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This research aims to assess the energy-saving potential of IR reflective walls combined with IR heaters.

June 1, 2026Energy and Buildings0 citationsOpen Access

Evaluation of energy saving potential of IR reflective walls combined with IR heaters using EnergyPlus

LWLukas Anselm Wille VKVasimraza Kaji BSBjörn Schiricke

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This research aims to assess the energy-saving potential of IR reflective walls combined with IR heaters.
EnergyPlus simulations utilized to model energy performance with IR reflective walls and IR heaters.
Control functions implemented based on experimental data from a climate test chamber.
Investigation of 32 scenarios to determine optimal conditions for energy efficiency.
Lower air temperature achieved while maintaining thermal comfort under the new heating method.
Significant improvements in energy saving potential identified with selected scenarios.

Abstract

• Lower air temperature while maintaining thermal comfort through increased radiant temperature. • First time EnergyPlus model for quantifying energy saving potential of novel heating approach using IR reflective walls and IR heaters. • EnergyPlus simulations with IR reflective walls and IR heaters. • Implementing control function derived from experiments in climate test chamber. • Investigating 32 scenarios to identify those conditions of best energy performance.

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