Thermal simulation: A backup for building thermography applications to detect delamination

Ecem Edis*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Infrared thermography (IRT) is a non-destructive inspection method that is used to detect delamination in building elements. To detect delamination, dynamic thermal conditions are required, and therefore, determining proper inspection time becomes important, and thermogram interpretation becomes a complex process. To predict thermal response of building element inspected, thermal simulation can be used as a tool. In the paper, following brief theoretical information on IRT and delamination detection, use of thermal simulation is exemplified for IRT inspection of buildings in Istanbul (Turkey) with exterior thermal insulation composite system (ETICS). Simulation results are then evaluated to discuss the potential of IRT in detecting delamination between ETICS layers.

Original languageEnglish
Pages1389-1395
Number of pages7
Publication statusPublished - 2015
Event14th Conference of International Building Performance Simulation Association, BS 2015 - Hyderabad, India
Duration: 7 Dec 20159 Dec 2015

Conference

Conference14th Conference of International Building Performance Simulation Association, BS 2015
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityHyderabad
Period7/12/159/12/15

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