The "UDES Under-Roof
Energy Recovery System" focuses on optimizing and utilizing the
thermal energy present under building roofs. Special, structurally optimized roof substructures create dedicated storage spaces for optimal
thermal energy utilization. The invention enables new process technologies that ensure an energy-neutral
energy supply for heating new buildings, other rooms in outbuildings, existing single-family homes, villas, listed buildings, houses with special architectural designs, and factory buildings. Furthermore, the heat can be used for
electricity generation,
hydrogen production, and the creation of other
energy storage media. Special, structurally optimized roof substructures create dedicated storage spaces for
thermal energy. Heat is extracted using special collectors or absorbers. A roof covering with high U-value properties further increases the efficiency of energy generation. The UDES under-roof
energy recovery system in use for new buildings: The structural
assembly begins with the application of an insulating and fire-resistant mat. Collector supports are attached perpendicular to the roof trusses. Depending on the collector
system, counter battens, planks, or other suitable materials are used. The spacing of the collector supports and the collectors is determined by the respective installation instructions of the collector manufacturers. For ring collectors, each loop is individually attached to the collector support. Flat-plate collectors are mounted between the right and left planks. The space between the insulating layer and the installed collector planks serves to ventilate the roof structure and to extract heat from the
ambient air. The space above the collectors is structurally designed as a
closed system, with an open connection to the ventilation beneath the collectors.The roof covering is made of a material with the highest possible U-value. The UDES under-roof
energy recovery system is suitable for use in new buildings as well as for the renovation of existing buildings. During renovation, the old roof covering is removed. An insulating and fire-resistant mat is attached to the surface of the old
attic. The collectors are then mounted directly onto the existing roof battens. Counter battens are then installed to create heat storage spaces. Finally, new roof battens are attached, and the roof is finished with the highest possible U-value.