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A topology approach to overcome the pore size/volume trade-offs for autonomous indoor humidity control
Autonomous indoor humidity control is gaining more and more attention but is limited by the trade-offs among pore volume, pore size and water...
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Synthesis of a novel porous diatomite/AlOOH composite material and its humidity control performance
Using diatomite (DE) as the micro-reactor and carrier, the diatomite/AlOOH porous humidity control material (DE/A) was prepared via joint hydrolytic...
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Computational fluid dynamics modelling for indoor radioactive pollutant study
The present case study focuses on indoor radon dispersion in an experimental room made of unfired mud brick by employing CFD modeling, active...
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Numerical investigations on radon migration from building walls into indoor atmosphere under natural convection
Radon exhaled from building materials infiltrates the indoor atmosphere and is transported into the indoor space by buoyancy-driven airflow. This...
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Cellulose acetate for a humidity-responsive self-actuator bilayer composite
The use of stimuli-responsive polymers to produce environmentally responsive self-actuators continues to rise. Highly hygroscopic materials are...
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Modelling of adsorption technologies for controlling indoor air quality
Technologies for control of indoor air quality are very important to ensure that health and comfort conditions are attained in closed environments....
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Health Aspects of Indoor Environmental Quality
Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) refers to the environmental quality inside the building that affects the comfort and health of those who occupy...
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One step hydrothermal synthesis of Fe2O3/KIT-6 nanocomposite as highly responsive humidity sensor
This study presents a novel approach for the one-step hydrothermal synthesis of Fe 2 O 3 /KIT-6 (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)...
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Humidity and oxygen effects on photochromic properties of magnesium tin oxide/indium tin oxide thin films
The study investigates the photochromic properties of magnesium tin oxide (MTO) films deposited on indium tin oxide (ITO) substrates under various...
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Passive inactivation of Candida parapsilosis in model indoor bioaerosol study using the visible photocatalytic activity of synthesized nanocomposite
Bioaerosol contamination in the indoor environment has caused a slew of negative health effects and diseases. Hence, its inactivation and reduction...
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Annual effective dose due to inhalation of indoor radionuclides and their progeny measured by track etched techniques using pinhole dosimeter and deposition-based progeny sensors
Seasonal monitoring of 222 Rn and 220 Rn using Pin-holes dosimeter and their progenies by deposition-based sensors was conducted in 150 dwellings of...
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Application of Photocatalysts to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Health: A Sustainable Environmental Approach
Almost half of the world’s population is still exposed to indoor air pollution (IAP), caused by solid fuel combustion. Millions of mortality...
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ZIF-8 Modified Nanofiber Composite Window Screen for Efficient Indoor PM2.5 and Formaldehyde Removal
Because people spend a lot of time indoors every day, the presence of particulate matter with a diameter less than 2.5 µm (PM 2.5 ) and volatile...
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Frontal polymerization synthesis of scandium polyacrylamide nanomaterial and its application in humidity testing
The present article addresses the preparation of nanostructured scandium polyacrylamide deposited on borosilicate glass substrates of...
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Spatial and temporal scales of variability for indoor air constituents
Historically air constituents have been assumed to be well mixed in indoor environments, with single point measurements and box modeling representing...
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Source radon control of cement-based materials and application prospect of polymer delayed plugging strategy
Cement-based materials will release radon which is a carcinogen and affects indoor air quality. This paper summarizes the research situation of radon...
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Preliminary Study and Analysis on the Electricity Consumption of a Library Building
Energy consumption in higher education buildings is huge due to their large number of buildings and population. Within the educational buildings,...
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Novel Approach of Using LEDs to Grow Indoor Lettuce Hydroponically
A perennial shrub with green leaves, lettuce is a member of the Asteraceae family, which also includes daisies. Due to this vegetable's great...
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Analysis of Air Side Cooling and Dehumidification Performance in Evaporator in Direct Expansion (DX) Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Air-Conditioning (A/C) System
Direct Expansion Variable Refrigerant Flow Air-Conditioning (DX-VRF-A/C) units can be seen in buildings of all sizes. The evaporator in a DX-VRF-A/C...
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A comprehensive review of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) and ventilation designs for thermal comfort in commercial buildings
In buildings, air conditioning and mechanical ventilation (ACMV) systems are the major shareholders of overall energy consumption. Energy-efficient...
