Numerical Simulation of Heat Transfer Process in Inclined Roofs with Radiant Barrier System

  • Adel Ebrahem Alshayji Kuwait University
  • Shikha Ebrahim Kuwait University

Abstract

In this study, the performace of using radiant barrier in inclined roof was numerical investgated by using the COMSOL Multiphysics software package. A roof was simulated as two parallel plates with an air gap in between for enhancing ventilation through convection heat transfer. The simulated results were validated using a published experimental work. Results suggests that a maximum of 89% reduction in the heat gain through the roof for a heated channel with a uniform heat flux of 650 W/m2was possible. Moreover, the roof inclination angle reduces the heat-gain through the roof up to 41.5% for an inclined angle of 75 degrees.

Author Biographies

Adel Ebrahem Alshayji, Kuwait University
Assistant Prof. in Mechanical Engineering
Shikha Ebrahim, Kuwait University
Assistant Prof. in Mechanical Engineering
Published
2020-05-23
Section
Mechanical Engineering