IJCMES | A Case Study: Infrared Thermography Technique is An Essential Tool to Determine Energy Leakage from Failing Door Seals on Prototype Cold Storage

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A Case Study: Infrared Thermography Technique is An Essential Tool to Determine Energy Leakage from Failing Door Seals on Prototype Cold Storage

Laxmi Raikwar Singadiya , J.K Shrivastava

International Journal of Civil, Mechanical and Energy Science (IJCMES), Vol-10,Issue-4, July - August 2024, Pages 1-4, 10.22161/ijcmes.10.4.1

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Article Info: Received: 21 Jun 2024; Received in revised form: 22 Jul 2024; Accepted: 01 Aug 2024; Available online: 09 Aug 2024

Abstract:

A study was conducted to assess the efficiency of insulation in a prototype cold storage system by using phase change materials, aiming to detect energy loss through failing door seals and insulation panel integrity issues. Infrared thermography was used for this experimental investigation, utilizing thermographic images. The cold storage, with a volume of 606 liters, maintained internal conditions at 4°C temperature and 95% relative humidity, while surrounding ambient conditions were set at 42°C temperature and 75% relative humidity. Analysis concluded that a transmitted heat gain of 202.3 Kcal from walls and doors during daylight hours, highlighting significant energy losses attributed to failing door seals.

Keywords:

Energy leakages, Insulation, Phase change material, Seal failing, Thermography images.

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