Brick-Clad Insulated Concrete Form Wall Construction versus Brick-Clad Timber Framed Wall Construction

A Dissertation on the Effectivity of Insulation to Control Heat-Gain or Heat-Loss

in Brick Clad Insulated Concrete Form Wall versus Timber Framed Wall Construction

Introduction

The dissertation will comprehensively discuss the effectivity of insulators in stabilizing indoor-temperature as an outcome of controlling heat gain and heat loss particularly with brick-clad structures that are constructed either with concrete form or timber frame materials for its walls

The objectives of the dissertation are as follows

To determine the insulation properties of bricks

To compare and contrast ICF wall construction over

timber-framed construction

To measure the effectivity of insulators to control heat-gain or heat-loss

The dissertation will delve into the qualities of brick as a building material and at the same time discuss the manner by which cladding is installed . Why is the conventional method of brick laying more appreciated over the faster new system of installation ? Through literature readings , we shall decipher why bricks continue to be the material of choice for many residences

Included in the literature review is the relevance of brick as a building material to the present trend in design and construction . The structural capacity of bricks will be analyzed and the proponent will discuss the reason behind its shelving in favor of the more robust reinforced concrete (pre-stressed and post-tensioning system ) and structural steel

The dissertation will also discuss the concept of brick-cladding and rate its relevance to the construction of buildings . Moreover , we shall be determine whether application is better for ICF wall construction or best for timber-framed buildings

Also , we shall try to explore the different insulation presently used and the degree by which it affects the Because of weather extremes , temperature plays a very important part in the development of materials that seek to solve the perennial problems of heat-gain in summer and heat-loss coefficients in winter

Vital segments of this dissertation include experiments conducted that would clarify the data presented in various handbook and manuals . A statistical test method was adapted to quantify known data while results were interpreted based on scientific information . The first two objectives shall be resolved through the use of qualitative data only which was obtained from available literature . The last objective of this dissertation will be resolved through an improvised scientific experiment with the data interpreted through statistical testing

Finally , recommendations were discussed on the resolve of nagging issues of energy conservation and the effects of the manufacture of construction materials to ecological balance and the global warming phenomenon

Review of Related Literature

The Development of bricks

In prehistoric times , man 's quest for durable shelter from weather elements leads them to find comfort inside caves . Once domesticated and agriculture-dependent for food , man built structures made from materials found within his turf . In areas where timber was plenty , wooden dwellings developed , mud bricks were likewise used where materials was rare

The Mesopotamians (c .2000-700 B .C ) were the first known civilization to use bricks in their dwellings . Brick made during this period was a mixture of clay or...