AIVC Annotated Bibliographies

Natural Ventilation

7.3 MB

Mark Limb
1994 (supplementary bibliography 1998), 55pp, Code BIB 3

The focus of this survey is on natural ventilation strategies and systems, highlighting design features and associated research. It also refers to the fundamental equations, driving forces and associated factors, the design and utilisation of windows, purpose provided openings, passive stacks and advanced natural systems, with design guidance where applicable. Case studies show where such systems can be effectively installed.

1. Introduction

2. Principles

3. Natural Ventilation Systems and Strategies

3.1 Ventilation Through Windows

3.2 Ventilation Through Purpose Provided Openings

3.3 Passive Stack Ventilation Systems

3.4 Advanced Natural Ventilation Systems

4. Case Studies

4.1 Dwellings

4.2 Office Buildings

4.3 Other Buildings

5. Conclusions

6. References[90 refs + updates]

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