THIN FILMS WITH HIGH NEAR-INFRARED REFLECTIVITY DEPOSITED ON BUILDING MATERIALS

摘要

Disclosed are solar-reflective roofing and other building materials having high reflectance of near-infrared radiation and high transmission of radiation in the visible light range and a substantial emissivity so as to reduce the heat island effects experienced by the articles while also maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Also disclosed are related methods for fabrication of such materials.