[Bldg-sim] effective R-value cavity insulation

[Bishop, Bill]

Kevin,
 
One reference for calculating U-Factors for wood-framed, metal-framed
and masonry walls is the 2009 ASHRAE Handbook - Fundamentals, Chapter
27. There is a section on "Two-dimensional U-factor calculation", which
describes the parallel-path, isothermal-planes, zone and modified zone
methods of calculating overall heat transfer rates through wall
assemblies. Earlier versions of Fundamentals (2005, 2001 etc.) will also
have some background information.
 
Regards,
Bill
 
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Subject: [Bldg-sim] effective R-value cavity insulation
 
I am curious what the relationship is between cavity depth, rated
insulation, and effective insulation in framed walls.  I am referencing
the ASHRAE 90.1 doc because it is really the only one I have on this
subject.  I have charted Table A9.2B and a logarithmic trendline appears
to be a good fit for extrapolating.  If anyone in academia, industry, or
the societies has more information on this subject I would certainly be
grateful to receive a good lead.  Thank you.
 
Kevin Kyte, LEED (r) AP
Watts Architecture & Engineering, P.C.
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