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Evaluation of thermal conditions in two dwellings with natural ventilation. A case study

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Abstract

Procedures for evaluation of thermal conditions for occupants in existing buildings assume measurements of thermal parameters in representative rooms during representative operation periods. This paper presents results of thermal environment investigation in two naturally ventilated dwellings. Measurements of thermal parameters were performed under both cold and warm seasons and included continuous recordings of air temperature by temperature loggers over a 2-3-week periods supplemented by a spot measurements of mean radiant temperature. Measurements were conducted according to ISO 7726 requirements. Data analysis and evaluation of the thermal conditions were performed as prescribed by standard EN 15251. Results indicated the importance of internal heat gains and occupants' activity on the evaluation outcome. The paper includes also discussion on the length of representative operation periods in connection with the outdoor weather conditions.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication10th International Conference on Healthy Buildings 2012
Pages2692-2697
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Event10th International Conference on Healthy Buildings 2012 - Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Duration: 8 Jul 201212 Jul 2012

Publication series

Name10th International Conference on Healthy Buildings 2012
Volume3

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Healthy Buildings 2012
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CityBrisbane, QLD
Period8/07/1212/07/12

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • Case study
  • Measurements
  • Residential
  • Thermal comfort

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering

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