Browsing Theses by Subject "hygrothermal"
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Measurement of Ventilation and Drying of Vinyl Siding and Brick Clad Wall Assemblies
(University of Waterloo, 2004)Control of moisture and heat flow through building enclosure assemblies is a critical component of overall building performance. This thesis shows that significant drying of moisture in wall assemblies is possible and ... -
Moisture Movement and Mould Management in Straw Bale Walls for a Cold Climate
(University of Waterloo, 2010-09-29)There is a growing interest in straw bale construction for its low embodied energy and insulation value. Early studies of its structural behaviour and fire resistance have shown it to be a viable alternative to traditional ... -
Physical Aging and Hygrothermal Response of Polycarbonate/Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene Polymer Blend
(University of Waterloo, 2007-05-16)Polycarbonate (PC) is a glassy engineering thermoplastic that has been used for decades because of its superior mechanical properties such as high toughness and stiffness, and for its general thermal stability. However, ...