Field Measurements of Ventilation Rates in Attics
Publication Type | Journal Article
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Abstract |
Field tests were carried out in two flat ceiling, residential attics at a dedicated test site over a two year period. The scope of this paper is to present measurements of ventilation rates, indoor-attic exchange rates, temperatures and wood moisture contents at various locations in the attics. Attic ventilation rates are correlated with wind speed, wind direction, and attic-outdoor temperature difference. Wind speed is shown to be the dominant driving force for ventilation; however, wind direction is important particularly when the attic is sheltered.
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Journal |
Building and Environment
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Volume |
30
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Year of Publication |
1995
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3
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Number |
3
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Pagination |
333-347
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2.3
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