[HTML][HTML] The impact of mechanical and natural ventilation modes on the spread of indoor airborne contaminants: A review

IJ Al-Rikabi, J Karam, H Alsaad, K Ghali… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has underscored the critical importance of ventilation in
mitigating indoor airborne pathogen transmission. Numerous studies have consistently …

[HTML][HTML] Parametric analysis of a novel rotary scoop dual-channel windcatcher for multi-directional natural ventilation of buildings

J Li, J Calautit, C Jimenez-Bescos - Energy and Built Environment, 2024 - Elsevier
Windcatchers are used in building design as natural ventilation devices, providing fresh air
supply and thermal comfort under suitable outdoor conditions. However, their performance …

Concept and ventilation performance demonstration of graded ventilation

S Zhang, X Zhang, Z Lin - Building and Environment, 2024 - Elsevier
Advanced air distribution is essential for the energy-efficient provision of thermal comfort and
indoor air quality. This study proposes a novel advanced air distribution, ie, graded …

[HTML][HTML] Human exposure to respiratory aerosols: Impact of ventilation rates, mixing ventilation configuration, and breathing patterns

IJ Al-Rikabi, H Alsaad, S Carrigan, C Voelker - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
This study investigates airborne transmission dynamics between occupants in office rooms
equipped with mixing ventilation (MV). The primary aim was to assess how different …

[HTML][HTML] Experimental study of ventilation performance of three ventilation strategies using aerosols and tracer gas

JL Sánchez-Jiménez, MR de Adana - Results in Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
Effective ventilation plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of infection by airborne
contaminants. This study was conducted in a hospital ward of specific dimensions (41.58 m …