Structural insulated panels for housing: failure modes upon accelerated aging

Masson, J-F.; Collins, Peter; Makar, J.M.; Wang, Alex; Banister, Carsen

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-818367-0.00014-x

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“…Hence, for the thermo-oxidation studies of BEMs, the use of constant humidity conditions should be considered [31]. Such tests can be a challenge to design because the severity and frequency of each factor in relation to the others must be determined [44], and once this is done, several combinations of aging factor may be considered [68].…”

Section: Synergetic Effects Of Degradation Factorsmentioning

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“…Laboratory exposure must be designed to control independent variables precisely and accurately [14]. Multiple methods may be used to study the aging process in a reasonable amount of time [24], and accelerated aging factors may be applied either in series or in parallel [68] as exposure to various levels of UV, humidity and temperature simulates the service environment [32].…”

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Critical Review of Polymeric Building Envelope Materials: Degradation, Durability and Service Life Prediction

2021

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This paper provides a critical review of the degradation, durability and service life prediction (SLP) of polymeric building envelope materials (BEMs), namely, claddings, air/vapour barriers, insulations, sealants, gaskets and fenestration. The rate of material deterioration and properties determine the usefulness of a product; therefore, knowledge of the significant degradation mechanisms in play for BEMs is key to the design of proper SLP methods. SLP seeks to estimate the life expectancy of a material/component exposed to in-service conditions. This topic is especially important with respect to the potential impacts of climate change. The surrounding environment of a building dictates the degradation mechanisms in play, and as climate change progresses, material aging conditions become more unpredictable. This can result in unexpected changes and/or damages to BEMs, and shorter than expected SL. The development of more comprehensive SLP methods is economically and environmentally sound, and it will provide more confidence, comfort and safety to all building users. The goal of this paper is to review the existing literature in order to identify the knowledge gaps and provide suggestions to address these gaps in light of the rapidly evolving climate.

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Section: Synergetic Effects Of Degradation Factorsmentioning

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Section: Laboratory Agingmentioning

confidence: 99%