Thermal radiant exergy in naturally ventilated room space and its role on thermal comfort

An experimental study was carried out to articulate the relationship between indoor thermal radiant environment and comfort in naturally ventilated room space is presented. Two identical-shaped wooden buildings were used for the experiment : one with external shading and the other more conventional with lower levels of thermal insulation, heat capacity and solar control. There was a significant difference in the comfort sensation votes. Measurements were made, using the measured data, the authors found a relationship between the radiant exergies and the votes of thermal comfort.