Field measurements of ventilation rates in attics.

Author(s) : WALKER I. S., FOREST T. W.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Describes field tests carried out in residential attics at a dedicated test site in Canada over a two-year period. Shows wind speed to be the dominant driving force for ventilation, although wind direction is important, particularly when the attic is sheltered.

Details

  • Original title: Field measurements of ventilation rates in attics.
  • Record ID : 1996-1806
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Build. Environ. - vol. 30 - n. 3
  • Publication date: 1995/07

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