Vodice The Imperial Park Hotel 26 - 28 March 2025
27 th International Conference on Heating, Cooling and Air-conditioning
ABSTRACT
PAPER
dr. sc. Ivan HORVAT University of Zagreb Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture Ulica Ivana Lučića 5 10 000 Zagreb Croatia e-mail: ivan.horvat@fsb.unizg.hr
MP4
PRESENTATION VIDEO
He graduated in 2013 from the undergraduate and 2014 from the graduate studies in mechanical engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture of the University of Zagreb (FSB). He received his PhD in 2020 from FSB, in the field of suitability of using agricultural biomass in hot water boilers. Since 2015, he has been working at FSB, where he is currently a senior assistant at the Department of Thermodynamics, Thermal and Process Engineering and actively participates in teaching several subjects. In addition, he also participates in teach- ing several subjects at the Study of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Sources in Šibenik. He is the author of several scientific and professional papers in the field of energy efficiency and thermal comfort. He is a co-author of an algorithm for calculating the energy performance of buildings and was a consultant in the development of a national computer program for calculating the energy performance of buildings. He received commendations for the best results in both the undergraduate (Cum laude) and graduate (Summa cum laude) parts of his studies and the award from the Society of University Teachers and Other Scientists in Zagreb for 2016. He speaks English and is also fluent in German. prof. dr. sc. Damir DOVIĆ University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture, Zagreb, Croatia Petar FILIPOVIĆ, mag. ing. mech. University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture, Zagreb, Croatia ENHANCING THERMAL IMAGING INTERPRETATION: AN INTERACTIVE TOOL FOR UNDERSTANDING APPARENT AND ACTUAL TEMPERATURE
Interpreting infrared thermal images (thermo- grams) requires a clear distinction between ap- parent temperatures - those recorded by thermal cameras, and actual temperatures - influenced by surface properties and environmental interactions. While high-emissivity surfaces pose fewer challeng- es, significant complexities arise with low-emissivity materials or with reflected radiation from high-tem- perature sources. Mastery of these influences relies on a foundational understanding of thermal radia- tion and heat transfer mechanisms. This paper introduces a methodology for develop- ing a dynamic, customizable learning tool aimed at bridging the gap between apparent and actual temperature comprehension. The tool leverages interactive virtual experiments to simulate re-
al-world scenarios, such as the effects of reflect- ed radiation, surface emissivity, environmental conditions, and distance from object under ex- amination. All these scenarios are often difficult to replicate in traditional classroom settings. By allowing users to manipulate these parameters, the tool fosters deeper insights into the factors in- fluencing thermograms and their interpretation. The approach emphasizes hands-on engage- ment, enabling users to explore critical variables and observe their impact on thermal readings. It enhances both conceptual understanding and practical skills in thermogram analysis. The paper outlines the theory background, methodology, and potential applications of this innovative edu- cational tool.
37
4th Thematic Section - ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLES
Powered by FlippingBook