Numerical Simulation and Thermal Efficiency Assessment of Variatropic-Type Multi-Layer Exterior Wall Panels
Miryuk O. Rakhimov M. Zhangabay N. Maikotova K. Yermakhanov M. Rakhimov A.
October 2025Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
Buildings
2025#15Issue 20
This study presents a theoretical analysis of the effectiveness of the use of variatropic concretes in multi-layer panel structures of buildings in terms of heat transfer. Theoretical analysis was performed with the aid of the modern numerical modeling software package ELCUT 6.6 and the computer algebra system Maple, which helped improve the reliability of the calculations. The results of this study of the thermophysical parameters of multi-layer panels using variatropic concrete showed that an increase in the degree of variatropy contributes to a rise in the temperature on the inner surface of the panel from 17.94 °C (traditional panel) to 18.87 °C (the most variatropic panel, Scheme 4), which improves indoor comfort conditions and reduces the risk of condensation. Additionally, it is possible to reduce the thickness of the insulation layer without compromising thermal efficiency. The high thermal inertia (D > 7) of variatropic panels ensures the accumulation and retention of heat, which has a positive effect on energy consumption during the heating season. The moisture regime of the studied structures meets regulatory criteria for preventing moisture accumulation, thereby increasing panel durability and eliminating conditions for mold formation or structural degradation. The air permeability performance of the panels also complies with the standards, while the dense outer concrete layers provide additional protection against air infiltration, stabilizing both thermal and moisture balance. The calculated thermal resistance of variatropic panels (Schemes 3 and 4) exceeded the standard requirement (3.20 m2·°C/W) by 1.2 and 1.74 times, respectively. Thus, it was established that the application of the variatropic principle in panel design ensures a more rational distribution of temperature fields, which results in reduced heat losses and improved thermal stability of exterior enclosures. This approach develops new design solutions focused on improving the energy efficiency of buildings and reducing material costs, which is consistent with current trends in Functionally Graded Design (FGD).
energy efficiency , modeling , multi-layer panel , thermophysical parameters , variatropy
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Department of Construction and Building Materials Science, Rudny Industrial University, Rudny, 111500, Kazakhstan
Department of Construction Materials and Technologies, Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University, Karaganda, 100027, Kazakhstan
Scientific Research Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering Problems, M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University, Tauke Khan av., 5, Shymkent, 160012, Kazakhstan
Department of Chemistry, M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University, Tauke Khan av., 5, Shymkent, 160012, Kazakhstan
Department of Construction and Building Materials Science
Department of Construction Materials and Technologies
Scientific Research Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering Problems
Department of Chemistry
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