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Field Measurements of Ventilation Rates in Attics

Publication Type

Journal Article

Authors

Abstract

Field tests were carried out in two flat ceiling, residential attics at a dedicated test site over a two year period. The scope of this paper is to present measurements of ventilation rates, indoor-attic exchange rates, temperatures and wood moisture contents at various locations in the attics. Attic ventilation rates are correlated with wind speed, wind direction, and attic-outdoor temperature difference. Wind speed is shown to be the dominant driving force for ventilation; however, wind direction is important particularly when the attic is sheltered.

Journal

Building and Environment

Volume

Year of Publication

1995

Issue

Organization

Building Technology and Urban Systems Division, Residential Building Systems, Whole Building Systems Department

Research Areas

Building Technology and Urban Systems Division, BTUS Indoor Air Quality