Essays about: "ventilation design"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 124 essays containing the words ventilation design.

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. Energy retrofitting effect on perceived indoor climate: A case study of Estonian multi-family buildings

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Kadri Reinumägi; [2023]
   Keywords : Indoor environment; Thermal comfort; Indoor Air Quality; Window airing habits; Energy renovation; Occupant survey; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Energy renovations are an important measure for achieving the European Union’s target of climate neutrality by 2050. To meet the EU goal, Estonia needs to fully renovate 14 000 multi-family buildings by that time, affecting the indoor environment conditions of a large number of people. READ MORE

4. 3. Methodology for Designing Bespoke Air Handling Units

   University essay from KTH/Energiteknik

   Author : Alexandra Malysheva; [2023]
   Keywords : bespoke air handling unit; evaporative cooling system; two-stage crossflow heat exchanger; 3D-modeling; platsbyggt luftbehandlingsaggregat; evaporativt kylsystem; tvåstegs motströmsvärmeväxlare; 3D-modeling;

   Abstract : This master's thesis explores the role of bespoke air handling units in enhancing energy efficiency in existing buildings. The context for the study is set against the backdrop of global initiatives, including the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, specifically Goal 7, which emphasizes the need to improve energy efficiency to combat climate change. READ MORE

5. 4. IMPACT OF GREEN WALLS ON INDOOR AIR HUMIDITY

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö; Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign

   Author : Sahit Trejo Montes; [2023]
   Keywords : Indoor-air humidity; green wall; low outdoor air temperature; ventilation system; environmental building design.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This thesis presents a case study of an indoor Green Wall (GW) installed in an office building in Malmö, Sweden. The study analyzed the effect of the GW on air humidity during low temperature and dry moisture outdoor conditions. READ MORE

6. 5. Permanent Fire Load of the Building Envelope

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Brandteknik

   Author : Gizelle Danine Pondevida Jamero; [2023]
   Keywords : Permanent fire load; temporary fire load; fire load; building envelope; insulation; building content; upholstered furniture; heat of combustion; MCC; bomb calorimeter; cone calorimeter; room corner test.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Fire load, the total thermal energy released by the combustion of a material, is an essential part of determining a building’s fire performance and the associated fire protection strategies. Elements in a structure are typically categorized into two types of fire loads: permanent and temporary. READ MORE