Building dynamic simulation tools, traditionally used to study the hygrothermal performance
of new buildings during the preliminary design steps, have been recently adopted also in …

Museums are the main link between the past, the present and the future. The presence of
ancient historical artifacts is the main factor differentiating museums' environment from the …

Anecdotal evidence suggests that the correlated color temperature (CCT) of light can affect
thermal comfort. Previous literature mostly investigated this effect over a short duration (< 1 …

In order to quantify the seasonal differences in the comfort temperature and to develop a
domestic adaptive model for highly insulated Japanese dwellings, thermal measurements …

Thermal comfort in indoor environments is perceived as an important factor for the well-
being and productivity of the occupants. To practically create a comfortable environment, a …

Historic buildings are a living representation of our past and it is our duty to ensure that
future generations have access to their heritage. In order to accomplish this, it is necessary …

With a contribution of 40% to the annual global CO2-emissions, the built environment needs
to drastically reduce its impact, while also providing pleasant and healthy indoor spaces and …

The paper deals with the multi-objective optimization of the HVAC control in museums.
Scientific literature, technical standards and museums stakeholders mainly focus on the …

Historic artefacts must be properly preserved if they are to be transmitted to future
generations. Indeed, several methodologies and guidelines that aim to safeguard artefacts …

The management of indoor microclimates is an important function of museum operations, a
topic that has recently received growing attention. The way in which museum microclimates …