Characterization of natural ventilation systems in residential buildings in Portugal - The importance of standardization

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Author(s):	Manuel Pinto Vasco Peixoto de Freitas
Title:	Characterization of natural ventilation systems in residential buildings in Portugal - The importance of standardization
Issue Date:	2002
Abstract:	The technical recommendations regarding ventilation in various countries propose average rates of one hourly renewal in main rooms (bedrooms and living/dining rooms) and four renewals per hour in service rooms (kitchens and bathrooms). Most recently built residential buildings in Portugal may not comply with these rates. The adoption of general and permanent ventilation systems is essential. A survey was conducted in the spring of 2000 with the purpose of characterizing the ventilation systems of residential buildings under construction. Questionnaires were sent to 6700 construction companies in the northern region. Answers were obtained regarding 2700 dwellings, the main conclusions of which are presented in this article. The implications of prNP 1037-1: Ventilation and combustion products evacuation from
Subject:	Engenharia civil, Engenharia civil Civil engineering, Civil engineering
Scientific areas:	Ciências da engenharia e tecnologias::Engenharia civil Engineering and technology::Civil engineering
URI:	https://hdl.handle.net/10216/91320
Source:	Housing Construction: An Interdisciplinary Task
Document Type:	Artigo em Livro de Atas de Conferência Internacional
Rights:	restrictedAccess
Appears in Collections:	FEUP - Artigo em Livro de Atas de Conferência Internacional

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