LOW-COST SHEET-BASED INSULATION WITH SWITCHABLE THERMAL PROPERTIES FOR USE IN RADIATION DOMINATED ENVIRONMENTS

Description

This application claims the priority and benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/556,112 filed on Feb. 21, 2024, which is incorporated by reference in its entirety.

BACKGROUND

Home insulation has evolved significantly over the centuries as societies have sought to improve indoor comfort and energy efficiency. Early forms of insulation were rudimentary, relying on natural materials such as mud, straw, and animal hides to reduce heat loss in dwellings. In colder climates, thick stone walls or thatched roofs provided some thermal protection, though these methods were largely ineffective at preventing drafts and heat escape.

With the advent of modern construction techniques in the 19th and 20th centuries, insulation materials became more sophisticated. The development of fiberglass insulation in the 1930s marked a turning point in home energy efficiency, as it provided a lightweight and effective means of thermal resistance. By the mid-20th century, additional materials such as cellulose, foam board, and spray-applied polyurethane foam were introduced, further enhancing insulation performance.

While traditional insulation materials significantly reduced heat transfer, they remained largely passive systems, providing a static level of thermal resistance without the ability to adjust to changing environmental conditions. Additionally, traditional insulation often suffers from several drawbacks. Over time, materials such as fiberglass and cellulose could degrade, settle, or become less effective due to moisture infiltration. Poorly installed insulation could leave gaps, allowing drafts and thermal bridging, which reduced efficiency.

As energy efficiency standards increased and homeowners sought more adaptive solutions, the concept of dynamic insulation emerged. Dynamic insulation systems represent an advancement in thermal management by actively responding to external and internal temperature variations. Unlike traditional insulation, which maintains a fixed R-value, dynamic insulation systems can enhance heat retention in cold conditions and promote heat dissipation in warm environments, ultimately reducing energy consumption and improving overall home comfort. However, dynamic insulation also presents certain challenges. These systems often require more complex installation processes, increasing initial costs and labor requirements. Additionally, reliance on moving components or automated controls introduces potential points of failure, necessitating regular maintenance and potential repair costs. Furthermore, improper calibration of dynamic insulation systems can lead to inefficiencies, negating potential energy savings and even causing indoor discomfort.

The present invention builds upon these advancements by offering a novel dynamic insulation system that intelligently adapts to environmental conditions by using a low-cost sheet-based insulation with switchable thermal properties for use in radiation dominated environments, increasing efficiency and sustainability in residential and commercial buildings.

SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

Disclosed herein is a low-cost sheet-based insulation with switchable thermal properties for use in radiation dominated environments

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Non-limiting and non-exhaustive implementations of the disclosure are described with reference to the following figures, wherein like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the various views unless otherwise specified. The advantages of the disclosure will become better understood with regard to the following description and accompanying drawings where:

FIG. 1 illustrates an inflated dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 2 illustrates a diagram of an inflated dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 3 illustrates an uninflated dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 4 illustrates a diagram of an uninflated dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 5 illustrates a cross section of an attic with an installed dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 6 illustrates a manufacturing system to manufacture slats for a dynamic insulation system.

FIG. 7 illustrates an outcome of a manufacturing system to manufacture slats for a dynamic insulation system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

In the following description of the disclosure, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and which are shown by way of illustration-specific implementations in which the disclosure may be practiced. It is understood that other implementations may be utilized, and structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the disclosure.

In the following description, for purposes of explanation and not limitation, specific techniques and embodiments are set forth, such as particular techniques and configurations, in order to provide a thorough understanding of the device disclosed herein. While the techniques and embodiments will primarily be described in context with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art will further appreciate that the techniques and embodiments may also be practiced in other similar devices.

Reference will now be made in detail to the exemplary embodiments, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers are used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts. It is further noted that elements disclosed with respect to particular embodiments are not restricted to only those embodiments in which they are described. For example, an element described in reference to one embodiment or figure may be alternatively included in another embodiment or figure regardless of whether or not those elements are shown or described in another embodiment or figure. In other words, elements in the figures may be interchangeable between various embodiments disclosed herein, whether shown or not.

FIG. 1 illustrates inflated dynamic insulation system 100. Insulation system 100 may include cap 105 that attaches to one or more slats 115A-115Q in a way that may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Cap 105 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. Slats 115A-115Q may be composed of insulative material. The insulative properties of slats 115A-115Q may be magnified by the overlapping of the slats 115A-115Q when in an uninflated position as seen in FIGS. 3-4. Further, slats 115A-115Q may include grooves tunnels, and slits to increase the ease of manufacturing and/or increase the insulative capabilities as seen in FIGS. 6-7. Slats 115A-115Q may also attach to base 110. The attachment between base 110 and slats 115A-115Q may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Base 110 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. This may allow slats 115A-115Q to have two main positions inflated and uninflated. Alternatively, slats 115A-115Q may have more than two main positions. When slats 115A-115Q are attached to cap 105 and base 110 they may be positioned to form a panel that may later be installed in an attic or other locations requiring insulation. Further, these panels may be positioned in a series and function together as a series of panels. See FIG. 5 for more detailed use of panels.

When system 100 is inflated slats 115A-115Q may be positioned substantially perpendicular to cap 105 and base 110. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. Inflator 125 may be used to inflate system 100 to adjust slats 115A-115Q from being substantially parallel to base 110 and cap 105 to being substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. This may be accomplished through the use of a fan, compressed air, or other types of inflators 125. Alternatively, inflator 125 may be cable, rope, strap, or some other connector attached to one or more of cap 105 or base 110 that may be pulled in a direction to inflate system 200, creating a greater separation between cap 105 and base 110. Inflator 125 may be actuated by indicator 120. Indicator 120 may be a processor that connects to one or more temperature sensors. One temperature sensor may be positioned outside and another temperature sensor may be positioned near system 100. Processors may monitor the difference in the temperature sensors and based on the difference actuate inflator 125 to inflate system 100. Alternatively, indicator 120 may be a temperature sensor to actuate the inflator 125 at a preprogrammed temperature. When system 100 is activated air movement from inflator 125 blows in between the uninflated slats 115A-115Q and may cause slats 115A-115Q to stand on end such that slats 115A-115Q are positioned substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. Standing slats 115A-115Q on their ends may allow heat to flow between slats 115A-115Q and through cap 105 and base 110.

In system 100, as described above cap 105 may be attached to a first of end one or more slats 115A-115Q, and base 110 may be attached to a second end of the one or more slats 115A-115Q. Movements, relative to cap 105 and base 110 may occur along a horizontal plane (a plane that runs parallel to the length of cap 105 and base 110) and a vertical plane (a plane that runs perpendicular to the length of cap 105 and base 110). When indicator 120 actuates inflator 125 cap 105 and base 110 may move relative to each other such that the space between cap 105 and base 110 increases. This can be accomplished in various methods. For example, cap 105 may move up along the vertical plane away from base 110 while base does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Alternatively, base 110 may move down along the vertical plane away from cap 105 while cap 105 does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 move away from each other along the vertical plane.

Movement along the horizontal plane may occur simultaneously with the movement along the vertical plane relative to cap 105 and base 110. For example, base 110 may move along a horizontal plane while cap 105 remains motionless along the horizontal plain. The alternate may also happen where cap 105 may move along a horizontal plane while base 110 remains motionless along the horizontal plane. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 may move away from each other horizontally.

Moreover, indicator 120 may store information and monitor how quickly the temperature reaches the optimal level. Indicator 120 may further use artificial intelligence (“AI”) such as machine learning (“ML”) to adjust at what temperature inflator 125 is actuated. As a failsafe, system 100 may be set up such that the default position of the panels is in an uninflated position. The uninflated position inhibits the flow of heat and acts as traditional non-dynamic insulation, as depicted in FIGS. 2-3. Therefore, if system 100 goes down or system 100 is unable to use power because of a power outage the building may remain insulated.

FIG. 2 illustrates a diagram of an inflated dynamic insulation system 200. Insulation system 200 may include cap 205 that attaches to one or more slats 215A-215Q in a way that may allow slats 215A-215Q to articulate. Cap 205 may be composed of material that allows heat 230 to flow with minimal to no obstruction. Slats 215A-215Q may be composed of insulative material. The insulative properties of slats 215A-215Q may be magnified by the overlapping of the slats 215A-215Q when in an uninflated position as seen in FIGS. 3-4. Further, slats 215A-215Q may include grooves tunnels, and slits to increase the ease of manufacturing and/or increase the insulative capabilities as seen in FIGS. 6-7. Slats 215A-215Q may also attach to base 210. The attachment between base 210 and slats 215A-215Q may allow slats 215A-215Q to articulate. Base 210 may be composed of material that allows heat 230 to flow with minimal to no obstruction. This may allow slats 215A-215Q to have two main positions inflated and uninflated. Alternatively, slats 215A-215Q may have more than two main positions. When slats 215A-215Q are attached to cap 205 and base 210 they may be positioned to form a panel that may later be installed in an attic or other locations requiring insulation. Further, these panels may be positioned in a series and function together as a series of panels. See FIG. 5 for more detailed use of panels.

When system 200 is inflated slats 215A-215Q may be positioned substantially perpendicular to cap 205 and base 210. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. Inflator 250 may be used to inflate system 200 to adjust slats 215A-215Q from being substantially parallel to base 210 and cap 205 to being substantially perpendicular to base 210 and cap 205. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. This may be accomplished through the use of a fan, compressed air, or other types of inflators 225. Alternatively, inflator 225 may be cable, rope, strap, or some other connector attached to one or more of cap 205 or base 210 that may be pulled in a direction to inflate system 200, creating a greater separation between cap 205 and base 210.

Indicator 220 may be a processor that connects to one or more temperature sensors. One temperature sensor may be positioned outside and another temperature sensor may be positioned near system 200. Processors may monitor the difference in the temperature sensors and based on the difference actuate inflator 225 to inflate system 200. Alternatively, indicator 220 may be a temperature sensor to actuate the inflator 225 at a preprogrammed temperature. When system 200 is activated air movement from inflator 225 that blows in between the uninflated slats 215A-215Q may cause slats 215A-215Q to stand on end such that slats 215A-215Q are positioned substantially perpendicular to base 210 and cap 204. By standing slats 215A-215Q, having insulative properties, on end, this may allow heat 230 to flow between slats 215A-215Q and through cap 205 and base 210.

In system 200, as described above cap 205 may be attached to a first of end one or more slats 215A-215Q, and base 210 may be attached to a second end of the one or more slats 215A-215Q. Movements, relative to cap 205 and base 210 may occur along a horizontal plane (a plane that runs parallel to the length of cap 205 and base 210) and a vertical plane (a plane that runs perpendicular to the length of cap 205 and base 210). When indicator 220 actuates inflator 225 cap 205 and base 210 may move relative to each other such that the space between cap 205 and base 210 increases. This can be accomplished in various methods. For example, cap 205 may move up along the vertical plane away from base 210 while base does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Alternatively, base 210 may move down along the vertical plane away from cap 205 while cap 205 does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Also, both base 210 and cap 205 move away from each other along the vertical plane.

Movement along the horizontal plane may occur simultaneously with the movement along the vertical plane relative to cap 205 and base 210. For example, base 210 may move along a horizontal plane while cap 205 remains motionless along the horizontal plain. The alternate may also happen where cap 205 may move along a horizontal plane while base 210 remains motionless along the horizontal plane. Also, both base 210 and cap 205 may move away from each other horizontally.

Moreover, indicator 220 may store information and monitor how quickly the temperature reaches the optimal level. Indicator 220 may further use artificial intelligence (“AI”) such as machine learning (“ML”) to adjust at what temperature inflator 225 is actuated. As a failsafe, system 200 may be set up such that the default position of the panels is in an uninflated position. The uninflated position inhibits the flow of heat 230 and acts as traditional non-dynamic insulation, as depicted in FIGS. 2-3. Therefore, if system 200 goes down or system 200 is unable to use power because of a power outage the building may remain insulated.

FIG. 3 illustrates uninflated dynamic insulation system 100. Insulation system 100 may include cap 105 that attaches to one or more slats 115A-115Q in a way that may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Cap 105 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. Slats 115A-115Q may be composed of insulative material. The insulative properties of slats 115A-115Q may be magnified by the overlapping of the slats 115A-115Q when in an uninflated position. Further, slats 115A-115Q may include grooves tunnels, and slits to increase the ease of manufacturing and/or increase the insulative capabilities as seen in FIGS. 6-7. Slats 115A-115Q may also attach to base 110. The attachment between base 110 and slats 115A-115Q may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Base 110 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. This may allow slats 115A-115Q to have two main positions inflated and uninflated. Alternatively, slats 115A-115Q may have more than two main positions. When slats 115A-115Q are attached to cap 105 and base 110 they may be positioned to form a panel that may later be installed in an attic or other locations requiring insulation. Further, these panels may be positioned in a series and function together as a series of panels. See FIG. 5 for more detailed use of panels.

When system 100 is inflated slats 115A-115Q may be positioned substantially perpendicular to cap 105 and base 110. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. Inflator 125 may be used to inflate system 100 to adjust slats 115A-115Q from being substantially parallel to base 110 and cap 105 to being substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. This may be accomplished through the use of a fan, compressed air, or other types of inflators 125. Alternatively, inflator 125 may be cable, rope, strap, or some other connector attached to one or more of cap 105 or base 110 that may be pulled in a direction to inflate system 200, creating a greater separation between cap 105 and base 110. Inflator 125 may be actuated by indicator 120. Indicator 120 may be a processor that connects to one or more temperature sensors. One temperature sensor may be positioned outside and another temperature sensor may be positioned near system 100. Processors may monitor the difference in the temperature sensors and based on the difference actuate inflator 125 to inflate system 100. Alternatively, indicator 120 may be a temperature sensor to actuate the inflator 125 at a preprogrammed temperature. When system 100 is activated air movement from inflator 125 blows in between the uninflated slats 115A-115Q and may cause slats 115A-115Q to stand on end such that slats 115A-115Q are positioned substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. Standing slats 115A-115Q, having insulative properties, on end, this may allow heat to flow between slats 115A-115Q and through cap 105 and base 110.

In system 100, as described above cap 105 may be attached to a first of end one or more slats 115A-115Q, and base 110 may be attached to a second end of the one or more slats 115A-115Q. Movements, relative to cap 105 and base 110 may occur along a horizontal plane (a plane that runs parallel to the length of cap 105 and base 110) and a vertical plane (a plane that runs perpendicular to the length of cap 105 and base 110). When indicator 120 actuates inflator 125 cap 105 and base 110 may move relative to each other such that the space between cap 105 and base 110 increases. This can be accomplished in various methods. For example, cap 105 may move up along the vertical plane away from base 110 while base does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Alternatively, base 110 may move down along the vertical plane away from cap 105 while cap 105 does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 move away from each other along the vertical plane.

Movement along the horizontal plane may occur simultaneously with the movement along the vertical plane relative to cap 105 and base 110. For example, base 110 may move along a horizontal plane while cap 105 remains motionless along the horizontal plain. The alternate may also happen where cap 105 may move along a horizontal plane while base 110 remains motionless along the horizontal plane. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 may move away from each other horizontally.

Moreover, indicator 120 may store information and monitor how quickly the temperature reaches the optimal level. The indicator may further use artificial intelligence (“AI”) such as machine learning (“ML”) to adjust at what temperature inflator 125 is actuated. As a failsafe, system 100 may be set up such that the default position of the panels is in an uninflated position. The uninflated position inhibits the flow of heat and acts as traditional non-dynamic insulation, as depicted in FIGS. 2-3. Therefore, if system 100 goes down or system 100 is unable to use power because of a power outage the building may remain insulated.

FIG. 4 illustrates a diagram of an uninflated dynamic insulation system 200. Insulation system 200 may include cap 205 that attaches to one or more slats 215A-215Q in a way that may allow slats 215A-215Q to articulate. Cap 205 may be composed of material that allows heat 230 to flow with minimal to no obstruction. Slats 215A-215Q may be composed of insulative material. The insulative properties of slats 215A-215Q may be magnified by the overlapping of the slats 215A-215Q when in an uninflated position as seen in FIGS. 3-4. Further, slats 215A-215Q may include grooves tunnels, and slits to increase the ease of manufacturing and/or increase the insulative capabilities as seen in FIGS. 6-7. Slats 215A-215Q may also attach to base 210. The attachment between base 210 and slats 215A-215Q may allow slats 215A-215Q to articulate. Base 210 may be composed of material that allows heat 230 to flow with minimal to no obstruction. This may allow slats 215A-215Q to have two main positions inflated and uninflated. Alternatively, slats 215A-215Q may have more than two main positions. When slats 215A-215Q are attached to cap 205 and base 210 they may be positioned to form a panel that may later be installed in an attic or other locations requiring insulation. Further, these panels may be positioned in a series and function together as a series of panels. See FIG. 5 for more detailed use of panels.

When system 200 is inflated slats 215A-215Q may be positioned substantially perpendicular to cap 205 and base 210. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. Inflator 250 may be used to inflate system 200 to adjust slats 215A-215Q from being substantially parallel to base 210 and cap 205 to being substantially perpendicular to base 210 and cap 205. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. This may be accomplished through the use of a fan, compressed air, or other types of inflators 225. Alternatively, inflator 225 may be cable, rope, strap, or some other connector attached to one or more of cap 205 or base 210 that may be pulled in a direction to inflate system 200, creating a greater separation between cap 205 and base 210. Inflator 225 may be actuated by indicator 220. Indicator 220 may be a processor that connects to one or more temperature sensors. One temperature sensor may be positioned outside and another temperature sensor may be positioned near system 200. Processors may monitor the difference in the temperature sensors and based on the difference actuate inflator 225 to inflate system 200. Alternatively, indicator 220 may be a temperature sensor to actuate the inflator 225 at a preprogrammed temperature. When system 200 is activated air movement from inflator 225 that blows in between the uninflated slats 215A-215Q may cause slats 215A-215Q to stand on end such that slats 215A-215Q are positioned substantially perpendicular to base 210 and cap 204. By standing slats 215A-215Q, having insulative properties, on end, this may allow heat 230 to flow between slats 215A-215Q and through cap 205 and base 210.

In system 200, as described above cap 205 may be attached to a first of end one or more slats 215A-215Q, and base 210 may be attached to a second end of the one or more slats 215A-215Q. Movements, relative to cap 205 and base 210 may occur along a horizontal plane (a plane that runs parallel to the length of cap 205 and base 210) and a vertical plane (a plane that runs perpendicular to the length of cap 205 and base 210). When indicator 220 actuates inflator 225 cap 205 and base 210 may move relative to each other such that the space between cap 205 and base 210 increases. This can be accomplished in various methods. For example, cap 205 may move up along the vertical plane away from base 210 while base does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Alternatively, base 210 may move down along the vertical plane away from cap 205 while cap 205 does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Also, both base 210 and cap 205 move away from each other along the vertical plane.

Movement along the horizontal plane may occur simultaneously with the movement along the vertical plane relative to cap 205 and base 210. For example, base 210 may move along a horizontal plane while cap 205 remains motionless along the horizontal plain. The alternate may also happen where cap 205 may move along a horizontal plane while base 210 remains motionless along the horizontal plane. Also, both base 210 and cap 205 may move away from each other horizontally.

Moreover, indicator 220 may store information and monitor how quickly the temperature reaches the optimal level. Indicator may further use artificial intelligence (“AI”) such as machine learning (“ML”) to adjust at what temperature inflator 225 is actuated. As a failsafe, system 200 may be set up such that the default position of the panels is in an uninflated position. The uninflated position inhibits the flow of heat 230 and acts as traditional non-dynamic insulation, as depicted in FIGS. 2-3. Therefore, if system 200 goes down or system 200 is unable to use power because of a power outage the building may remain insulated.

FIG. 5 illustrates a cross section of an attic with an installed dynamic insulation system 500. The exemplary attic may include exterior trusses 540A-540F and interior trusses 535A-535F. Trusses 540A-540F and 535A-535F may alternatively be rafters instead of trusses. Furthermore, this is a depiction of insulations system 500 being installed in an attic. Similar methods may be used to install in walls, floors, and other parts of a building. Also, dynamic insulation system 500 may be used to dynamically dampen the sound in soundproofing endeavors.

Roof sheathing 520 may be positioned on top of exterior trusses 540A-F. Roofing material 525 such as asphalt shingles, shakes, tiles, etc. may be positioned on top of the roof sheathing 520. The type of material used for sheathing 520 and roofing 525 have different insulation properties and may ultimately affect when system 500 is activated. Also, attached to the bottom of the interior portion of the trusses are wall cover 515. Wall cover 515 may be drywall, oriented strand board (“OSB”), wood paneling, beadboard, etc. In the attic, there also may be traditional insulation 530A-530C such as fiberglass, cellulose, foam, etc. Dynamic insulation system 500 may be retrofitted to buildings with existing insulation.

System 500 may include panels 505A-505F sized to fit on and/or in between exterior trusses 540A-540F and 535A-535F. Panels 505A-505F may be positioned in a series one after another along trusses 540A-540F and 535A-535F to cover an area similar to how traditional insulation 530A-530C is used not seen due to perspective. Inflation of a panel or a series of panels (that may include panels 505A-505F) may be accomplished by a single inflator 550 or multiple inflators 550.

As depicted in FIGS. 1 and 3, panels 505A-505F of system 500 may include cap 105 that attaches to one or more slats 115A-115Q in a way that may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Cap 105 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. Slats 115A-115Q may be composed of insulative material. The insulative properties of slats 115A-115Q may be magnified by the overlapping of the slats 115A-115Q when in an uninflated position as seen in FIGS. 3-4. Further, slats 115A-115Q may include grooves tunnels, and slits to increase the ease of manufacturing and/or increase the insulative capabilities as seen in FIGS. 6-7. Slats 115A-115Q may also attach to base 110. The attachment between base 110 and slats 115A-115Q may allow slats 115A-115Q to articulate. Base 110 may be composed of material that allows heat to flow with minimal to no obstruction. This may allow slats 115A-115Q to have two main positions inflated (505E-505F) and uninflated (505A-505D). Alternatively, slats 115A-115Q may have more than two main positions. When slats 115A-115Q are attached to cap 105 and base 110 they may be positioned to form panels 505A-505F.

Phase change material 510 may be used within system 500. It may be used as positioned between panels 505E and 505F. Alternatively, it can be positioned below or above one or more of panels 505A-505F. Phase change material 510 may allow heat to flow through it based on certain temperatures to further facilitate the dynamic insulative properties.

When panels 505A-505F of system 500 are inflated slats 115A-115Q may be positioned substantially perpendicular to cap 105 and base 110. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. Inflator 550 may be used to inflate system 500 to adjust slats 115A-115Q from being substantially parallel to base 110 and cap 105 to being substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. Substantially in this context means plus or minus 10 degrees. This may be accomplished through the use of a fan, compressed air, or other types of inflators 550. Alternatively, inflator 550 may be rope, strap, or some other connector attached to one or more of cap 105 or base 110 that may be pulled in a direction to inflate one or more of panels 505A-505F creating a greater separation between cap 105 and base 110. Inflator 550 may be actuated by indicator 545. Indicator 545 may be a processor that connects to one or more temperature moisture or other sensors. One temperature sensor may be positioned outside and another temperature sensor may be positioned near system 500. Processors may monitor the difference in the temperature sensors and based on the difference actuate inflator 550 to inflate one or more panels 505A-505F. Alternatively, indicator 545 may be a temperature sensor to actuate the inflator 550 at a preprogrammed temperature. When inflator 550 is activated air movement from inflator 550 may blow in between the uninflated slats 115A-115Q and may cause slats 115A-115Q to stand on end such that slats 115A-115Q are positioned substantially perpendicular to base 110 and cap 105. By standing slats 115A-115Q, having insulative properties, on end, this may allow heat to flow between slats 115A-115Q and through cap 105 and base 110.

Panels 505A-505F, as described above may include cap 105 attached to a first of end one or more slats 115A-115Q, and base 110 may be attached to a second end of the one or more slats 115A-115Q. Movements, relative to cap 105 and base 110 may occur along a horizontal plane (a plane that runs parallel to the length of cap 105 and base 110) and a vertical plane (a plane that runs perpendicular to the length of cap 105 and base 110). When indicator 545 actuates inflator 550 cap 105 and base 110 may move relative to each other such that the space between cap 105 and base 110 increases. This can be accomplished in various methods. For example, cap 105 may move up along the vertical plane away from base 110 while base does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Alternatively, base 110 may move down along the vertical plane away from cap 105 while cap 105 does not move along the vertical plane up or down. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 move away from each other along the vertical plane.

Movement along the horizontal plane may occur simultaneously with the movement along the vertical plane relative to cap 105 and base 110. For example, base 110 may move along a horizontal plane while cap 105 remains motionless along the horizontal plain. The alternate may also happen where cap 105 may move along a horizontal plane while base 110 remains motionless along the horizontal plane. Also, both base 110 and cap 105 may move away from each other horizontally.

Moreover, indicator 545 may store information and monitor how quickly the temperature reaches the optimal level. Indicator may further use artificial intelligence (“AI”) such as machine learning (“ML”) to adjust at what temperature inflator 550 is actuated. As a failsafe, system 500 may be set up such that the default position of panels 505A-505F may be in an uninflated position. The uninflated position inhibits the flow of heat and acts as traditional non-dynamic insulation, as depicted in FIGS. 2-3. Therefore, if system 500 goes down or system 500 is unable to use power because of a power outage the building may remain insulated.

FIG. 6 illustrates manufacturing system 600 to manufacture slats 620 similar to slats 115A-115Q (as depicted in FIGS. 1-4) for panels 505A-F of dynamic insulation system 500. Manufacturing system 600 may include a first layer 605 print adhesive 630. Then you may add a second layer 610 followed by print adhesive 635. Afterwards, a third layer 615 may be added and after a print an ink/coating 645 may be applied. Following the completion of the fabrication manufacturing system 600 may include a cutter 625 to slice to become panel 650A. System 600 may be completed with these stacked layers 605-615. Product mix, adhesive, and cutting patterns may be digitally controlled (as illustrated) or utilize hard tooling for higher throughput. Manufacturing system 600 may be used to create panels 505A-505G as depicted in FIG. 5. Also, manufacturing system 600 may be used to create phase change panel 510 depicted in FIG. 5.

FIG. 7 illustrates an outcome of manufacturing system 600 to manufacture slats 650A-C similar to slats 115A-115Q (as depicted in FIGS. 1-4)) for panels 505A-505F of dynamic insulation system 500. The outcome of manufacturing system 600 includes a first layer 605 attached to a second layer 610 that is attached to third layer 615. Sheet 640 includes a separation 620 that when cut may customize the size of slats 650A-C that may be similar to slats 115A-115Q. The attachment to cap 105 and base 110 may also be an automated process. Automated processes may allow for custom sizes of slats that can be combined to produce customize sized panels to be installed in a building to be fitted with a dynamic insulation system 500.

Further, although specific implementations of the disclosure have been described and illustrated, the disclosure is not to be limited to the specific forms or arrangements of parts so described and illustrated. The scope of the disclosure is to be defined by the claims appended hereto, any future claims submitted here and in different applications, and their equivalents.