Thermal Climate in Confined Spaces- Measurement and Assessment using a Thermal Manikin VIAK AB, Falun, Sweden

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Elnaes, Sture, author.

Conference Name:

Intersociety Conference on Environmental Systems (1988-07-11 : San Francisco, California, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1988

Summary:

Thermal climate in automobiles, buses, trucks arid indoors has been evaluated using a newly developed thermal manikin. Heatman. Test results indicate a noticeable difference among cars. In a cold environment, the general problem is distribution between wind screen and lower part and asymmetry for right and left sides of individuals. In a warm climate, air is often distributed unevenly, thus resulting in discomfort. The results are shown as heat flow (W/m2) from 36 areas of the body or as equivalent (sensed) temperatures. The PMV-PPD comfort index is also derived from these measurements.Measurement and assessment of thermal climate using a thermal manikin will make it possible to evaluate the best solution for thermal control. It can also be used to measure clothing and chair insulation

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Publisher Number:

881111

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