Essays about: "human thermal comfort"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 26 essays containing the words human thermal comfort.

  1. 1. Behaviours of older adults in urban outdoor environments during warm days

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Sandra Lujic; [2023-08-18]
    Keywords : Older adults; urban outdoor environments; behaviour; preferences; thermal comfort;

    Abstract : As a result of climate change, heat waves are expected to increase in frequency, duration, and severity, which is particularly threatening to the urban population. Vulnerable groups, including the older population, are more likely to be affected by adverse health effects due to heat exposure. READ MORE

  3. 2. CHANGES IN URBAN GREENERY DURING THE 2018 HEAT WAVE – A CASE STUDY FOR GÖTEBORG USING REMOTE SENSING

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

    Author : Ivan Ruzic; [2023-06-21]
    Keywords : heat wave; urban trees; NDVI; remote sensing;

    Abstract : Urban vegetation plays a crucial role in diverse urban microclimates. The numerous ecosystem services provided by vegetation, particularly trees, ensure greater quality of life and thermal comfort regulation. Yet, not all trees are immune to extreme weather events, such as droughts and heat waves, especially in cities. READ MORE

  4. 3. Thermal Comfort, CO2 and Humidity Levels in Library Student Rooms at the University of Gävle : Experimental and Numerical Study

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

    Author : Ibai Elosua Ansa; [2022]
    Keywords : Ventilation rate; air renewal; CO2 level; relative humidity; indoor temperature; sensors;

    Abstract : Human performance and health are one of the most relevant topics in modern society. Especially at young ages, when academic performance is indispensable. Thus, as the human being spends most of its lifetime inside a building, thermal comfort has become an essential aspect of a room. READ MORE

  5. 4. Earth Architecture - Towards a Sustainable Future?

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Caroline Halje; Hanna Wernersson; [2022]
    Keywords : Earth architecture; clay; building material; sustainability; future building; Tanzania; Dar es Salaam; field study; green building; Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : It is widely recognised that the two major challenges of the 21st century are climate change and poverty. The building sector is responsible for over a third of all global carbon dioxide emissions. READ MORE

  6. 5. Portable Heat Kit : Explorative research on application of heat as a comfort material in day

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Suresh Damitha Gunawardena; [2022]
    Keywords : Thermal stimuli; heat; user-centred design; individual thermal comfort; Termisk stimuli; värme; användarcentrerad design; individuell termisk komfort;

    Abstract : Heat is an essential aspect of personal comfort. However, designing for heat as a comfort material is difficult due to the subjective nature of materials in combination with differing human perceptions and preferences. READ MORE