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Directional wind chill data for planning sheltered microclimates around buildings.

Author(s) : PRIOR M. J., KEEBLE E. J.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Discusses the possible use of wind chill and analogous indices in building design, landscape work and settlement planning. Notes that planners and building designers need to consider directionality when deciding how to control wind effects around buildings. Maintains that directional wind chill data can help in determining the built form and orientation of buildings. Describes ways of assessing the benefits of using wind protection of different densities, spacings and heights.

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  • Original title: Directional wind chill data for planning sheltered microclimates around buildings.
  • Record ID : 1993-1501
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Energy Build. - vol. 16 - n. 1-2
  • Publication date: 1991

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