An open GIS based 3D simulation software to predict cooling tower drift diffusion

X Wang, M Lv, S Liu, J Li, J Zhang, F Meng - Scientific Reports, 2023 - nature.com
This paper developed XJCT-3D, a simulation software for cooling tower wet plume
dispersion. By coupling it with the Open GIS component Dotspatial, we have achieved …

Inactivation Mechanisms of Escherichia coli in Simulants of Respiratory and Environmental Aerosol Droplets

M Otero-Fernandez, RJ Thomas, H Oswin, R Alexander… - Atmosphere, 2024 - mdpi.com
The airborne transmission of disease relies on the ability of microbes to survive aerosol
transport and, subsequently, cause infection when interacting with a host. The length of time …

Development of a machine learning model to support low cost real-time Legionella monitoring in premise plumbing systems

J Xu, X Li, CW Xi, MH Weir - Water Research, 2024 - Elsevier
Legionella pneumophila (L. pneumophila) is a pathogenic bacterium primarily known for
causing Legionnaires' Disease which is known for high mortality rates, particularly in the …

[HTML][HTML] Industrial circular water use practices through the application of a conceptual water efficiency framework in the process industry

E Karkou, CJ Teo, N Savvakis, J Poinapen… - Journal of …, 2024 - Elsevier
Increased industrial water demand and resource depletion require the incorporation of
sustainable and efficient water and wastewater management solutions in the industrial …

[HTML][HTML] Environmental Surveillance of Legionella spp. in an Italian University Hospital: results of 7 years of analysis

L Massolo, M Ogliastro, P Postma… - Journal of …, 2024 - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Introduction Nosocomial structures pose a high risk of Legionella spp. contamination due to
complex water systems with challenging disinfection; moreover, the risk of severe …

[HTML][HTML] New Frontiers in Water Distribution System Management and Monitoring: First Development of a Water Safety Plan Based on Heritage Building Information …

MR Pascale, DS Roggio, E Barbieri, F Marino… - Water, 2024 - mdpi.com
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the introduction of a water safety plan
(WSP) approach on drinking water, in all types of settings. This study represents the first …

Impact of Crossflow Microsand Filtration on Particle Removal in Cooling Tower Circuit

DCMPD Ing, ERPD Ing, A Silverwood… - ASHRAE …, 2023 - search.proquest.com
The main objective of the current study is to assess particulate removal efficiency of
crossflow filtration system in a HVAC circuit comprising of two plate heat exchangers, one …