Thermal stress occurs when one area of a glass pane becomes hotter or colder than the adjacent area. In architectural settings, the center of the glass typically absorbs solar radiation and heats up, causing it to expand. Meanwhile, the glass edges, which are often shielded by the window frame, remain significantly cooler.
While thermal stress glass breakage can be unpredictable, there are several methods to prevent or mitigate it: thermal stress glass breakage