scholarly journals INFLUENCE OF MASS ‘U’ FORM IN LINE UP FORMATION TOWARDS AIR MOVEMENT ON SUPPORTING THERMAL COMFORT IN OUTSIDE SPACE OF APARTMENT LANDMARK RESIDENCE, BANDUNG

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (04) ◽  
pp. 398-413
Author(s):  
Gabriela Marcella ; Nancy Yusnita Nugroho

Abstract- Indonesia with the characteristics of tropical climate requires control in design to achieve thermal comfort both in outside space and inside space. One of the factors that can affect thermal comfort is the pattern of air movement and air velocity. Landmark Residence Apartment is one of the new apartments in Bandung, with mass ‘U’ form in line up of new partially awakened. The newly constructed 'U' mass formation forms the characteristic of the two different masses, the space side in the closed A mass with the characteristic of the centered space as well as the side in the open mass B. this apartment become an object of research to determine the factors of order and mass form to the characteristics of air movement as well as thermal comfort in the outside space as a space of activities in residents. The method used in this research is descriptive-quantitative with simulation software Flow Design to know the air movement and measurement of thermal comfort factor at the point of population and sample which have been determined. This thermal factor will be analyzed using CET Nomogram method, so it generates thermal comfort level in outer space which will be associated with order and mass form of apartment. By using analysis of air movement patterns and CET Nomogram, it is seen that thermal comfort level in the outside space Landmark Residence apartment is more affected by wind velocity. The mass 'U' form with the back to wind direction will produce high wind velocity on the outside space of the building's side, while on the inner side of the 'U' form will form the shadow of the wind and the pattern of turbulence air movement affecting the achievement of different thermal conditions. The 'U' mass sequence lined up can also cause air movement on the inner side of closed A mass not getting enough air movement compared to open mass B with better airflow pattern. The pattern of air movement on the inner side of mass A can be at any time higher when the wind velocity enters the gap between the masses.  Key Words: apartment, outside space, mass ‘U’ form in line up, air movement, thermal comfort.

2011 ◽  
Vol 199-200 ◽  
pp. 1505-1508
Author(s):  
Jia Fang Song

In this paper, the simulation software was applied to evaluate a hybrid ventilated combined mechanical and naturally ventilated (atrium area to be naturally ventilated) building. In order to understand the impact of the usage of natural ventilation on thermal comfort in atrium, we utilized TAS to simulate the air temperature and air velocity distribution for the atrium. A modeled three-storey commercial office building was used as the main subject of this analysis. To determine the thermal comfort level of the central atrium, Parameters will be set in such a way that the full height windows will be 100% open. Results were tabularized to determine and analysis the output of the simulation. Recommendations will be then given based on the output performance of the building.


Jurnal Anala ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-37
Author(s):  
I Wayan Wirya Sastrawan ◽  
I Gede Surya Darmawan

People will always try to condition his environment to achieve thermal comfort for his body. To conditioning the external environment is strongly influenced by climatic conditions. In other words, the comfort that humans feel in the outer space is depend on the thermal conditions of the environment. The object of outer space in this research is the built environment with the shape of Taman Kota I Gusti Ngurah Agung in Denpasar City. City Park as the object of research so far only judged from its function as a convenient recreational facility for the city community, both from the visual comfort and the thermal comfort. To answer the needs of thermal comfort in the city park, the focus of this research is the conditioning of the outer space elements with the concept of Balinese Traditional Architecture to improve the thermal comfort of the esksisting conditions. The purpose of this research is to produce thermal comfort optimization of city park through recommendation of arrangement model with the concept of Water Garden of Traditional Architecture of Bali. It takes thermal condition visualization using Envi-MET 3.1 software to see thermal enhancement improvement in the research object recommendation model. The result of this research is mapping of the increase of thermal comfort quantity distribution at the condition of urban park recommendation model. From the mapping of the thermal conditions, it is known that the thermal comfort level of the urban park recommendation model is higher. This result can then be followed up as a recommendation model of Taman Kota I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung with the concept of Water Garden of Traditional Architecture of Bali and the future can be applied in other cities with similar characteristics.


2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (3) ◽  
pp. 14-21
Author(s):  
Rika Kisnarini ◽  
Johannes Krisdianto ◽  
Iwan Adi Indrawan

Dwelling, which is a basic human need (Maslow, 1970) should act as an object of technology that serves as a place for individuals or families to conduct all their daily activities in order to meet their needs in life. In case of sustainability, thermal comfort is one of the most important comfort conditions that must be achieved (Szokolay SV, 1980). Proper air movement control may lessen the demand for energy, thus reducing the expense of providing a comfortable home (Boutet, 1987). However, to ensure the acceleration of air movement, the availability of both inlet and outlet openings in the building or space become an absolute requirement (Olgyay Victor, 1973). Rusunawa is a typical rental-apartment in Indonesia that served for low income families. The types of existing space generally include: a multi-functional space, a kitchen, and a bathroom/WC, and sometimes is furnished by a balcony. There is only one living space in rusunawa that is the multi-functional space which is often used for: living, sleeping, studying, watching TV, eating, storing, child-caring, and probably more other functions. Not to mention if the family has a home-based business. Among rusunawa unit types that existed in all fourteen locations in Surabaya, some of them were built without a really outdoor balcony, meaning that the balconies were provided indoor, instead of in the cantilever system. These indoor balconies accommodate the same household activities as those of outdoor balconies. However, the contribution to the internal thermal comfort may not be the same. By using Ecotect analysis 2011 program, This research intends to investigate the comparison of thermal conditions of the inner space between rusunawa unit having a balcony (outdoor), and rusunawa unit without a balcony (indoor). The result of this comparison is meant to convince the contribution of unit having a balcony to the thermal comfort of inner space, to ensure whether the design of the future rusunawa units should be equipped with a balcony or not. To further reassure its contribution, this experiment is continued by comparing between unit having just a balcony and unit having a balcony that equipped with sun-devices.


2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Beatriz Kenickel Nunes ◽  
Silvia Regina Lucas de Souza ◽  
Arilson José de Oliveira Júnior ◽  
Enedy Allan Rodrigues Cordeiro ◽  
Reginaldo Apolinário de Almeida

As observações geradas em estudos sobre instalações de suínos têm demonstrado que o desempenho térmico das instalações comumente utilizadas pelos produtores vem apresentando um quadro de desconforto térmico na fase da maternidade, devido às adaptações construtivas feitas com a finalidade de atender tanto as necessidades da matriz quanto dos leitões. Sendo assim, o objetivo deste trabalho foi utilizar a ferramenta de fluidodinâmica computacional (CFD) para realizar o mapeamento do microambiente de duas instalações de suínos, visando o bem-estar dos animais. As simulações foram obtidas em uma maternidade da Fazenda Experimental Lageado, UNESP, Botucatu/SP e de uma granja comercial localizada em Santa Cruz do Rio Pardo/SP. Para as simulações utilizou-se o software Autodesk® CFD Simulation juntamente com o AutoCAD 3D, para desenho das instalações. As condições de conforto térmico foram analisadas por meio da aplicação do índice de voto médio estimado – PMV. Na instalação comercial simulada observou-se que as aberturas laterais não são suficientes para manter uma condição de conforto térmico, segundo o índice PMV. Com o uso da fluidodinâmica computacional foi possível modificar o ambiente mediante a elevação do seu fluxo de ar, o que demonstrou ser uma solução na diminuição da temperatura do ar e alcance de uma condição de conforto térmico.PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Conforto térmico, bem-estar de suínos, fluidodinâmica computacional, CFD, simuladores. FLUIDODYNAMICS COMPUTATIONAL USED FOR THE MAPPING OF THERMAL CONDITIONS IN INSTALLATION OF SWINE MATERNITIESABSTRACT: Studies have shown that the thermal performance of facilities commonly used by producers has presented an environmental discomfort picture in the maternity phase due to constructive adjustments made in order to meet needs of both piglets and sow. Therefore, this work aimed to use the computational fluid dynamic tool for mapping the microclimate of two facilities, which purpose of improving the animal welfare. The simulations were conducted at experimental farm “Lageado”, UNESP, Botucatu/SP and a commercial facility, located in Santa Cruz do Rio Pardo/SP. For simulations were used the Autodesk® CFD Simulation software along with AutoCAD 3D (facilities design). Thermal comfort conditions were analyzed by means of predicted mean vote – PMV. In simulated commercial facility was observed that side vents are not sufficient to establish a thermal comfort condition, according to PMV. With computational fluid dynamic was possible to change the environment through air flow increase, showing to be a solution in decrease of air temperature and reach of thermal comfort condition.KEYWORDS: Thermal comfort, swine welfare, computational fluid dynamic, CFD, simulators.


2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lusi Susanti ◽  
Nike Aulia

This research aims to determine thermal conditions and sensation of thermal comfort in classrooms of high schools in Padang. This study was conducted in 11 State Senior High School (SMA) represented 11 districts in Padang. About 10% of total student body in each schools were participated in this study to vote thermal comfort questioners. To determine thermal comfort level in this study, PMV (Predicted mean Vote) and PPD (Predicted Percentage of dissatisfied) method were used according to standard of thermal comfort in ASHRAE 55-2005 and ISO 7730. PMV method is used to determine scope of situation in the environment that scaled from +3 for very hot until -3 for very cold, and PPD is a method to calculate the number of human (in percentage) dissatisfied with the environment. Calculated PMV and PPD were compared with PMV and PPD resulted from individual vote from questionnaires. Result showed that in general, thermal conditions in classrooms had air temperature and radiant temperature from 27oC – 30oC, air humidity from 68% - 80%, and wind speed of 0 m/s. Calculated PMV from this condition were ranging from +1 slightly warm) until +2 (warm) while PPD calculated greater than 20%. Compared with calculated PMV and PPD values, the individual vote showed values from +0,5 (neutral) until +1 (slightly warm) while PPD values of individual vote greater than 20% except for SMA 2 and SMA 11 Padang. It is concluded that improvements of indoor thermal conditions have to make inside classrooms as well as landscape outside in order to improve thermal comfort level of students during learning and teaching.Keywords: Thermal Comfort, PMV (Predicted Mean Vote), PPD (Predicted Percentage ofDissatisfied), climatic factors, SMA


Solar Energy ◽  
2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kybum Jeong ◽  
Moncef Krarti ◽  
Zhiqiang Zhai

The partition air distribution systems evaluated in this study allow occupants to control the system mode (on/off) and the supply air velocity and direction with similar flexibility as occupants in automobiles. To find optimal specifications for the partition air distribution systems that are able to achieve comfortable micro-environment, a CFD modeling tool was used to simulate the airflow and thermal performance of the partition air distribution systems in a typical office space. By analyzing the distribution characteristics of indoor air temperature, air velocity and thermal comfort index, the study assessed the performance of the partition air distribution systems with different operating parameters. The simulation results were analyzed and evaluated to assess both occupant’s thermal comfort and system energy consumption. The study shows that space cooling energy can be reduced while maintaining acceptable indoor thermal comfort level using a partition air distribution system with a higher supply air temperature.


2002 ◽  
Vol 14 (04) ◽  
pp. 175-181
Author(s):  
TANG-JEN LIU ◽  
MING-SHING YOUNG

Opening windows is frequently done to refresh the indoor air for the occupants. To maintain the cleanliness and freshness of the indoor air, more outdoor air is needed. But its high temperature and humidity are harmful to the thermal comfort of the indoor environment. Therefore, determining the amount of outdoor air allowed to enter the room is very important for the optimum conditioning of the indoor air. The ASHRAE comfort charts indicate the percentage of subjects feeling comfortable during various combinations of dry-bulb temperature, humidity, and air movement. A set of mathematical expressions were proposed to model the charts in order to calculate the comfort degree of the outdoor air automatically with its temperature and humidity. In this paper, the measurement of temperature and humidity was completed by a self-developed digital method. Besides, the comfort level of the sampled air was also simultaneously determined by this digital method based on the mathematical model of comfort charts. The system implemented based on our method is portable. This will let us make good use of the outdoor air and controll the ventilation machine more effectively.


2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 1353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonghoon Ahn

Various methods to control thermal conditions of building spaces have been developed to investigate their performances of energy use and thermal comfort in the system levels. However, the high control precision used in several studies dealing with data-driven methods may cause energy increases and the high energy efficiency may be disadvantageous for maintaining indoor environmental quality. This study proposes a model that optimizes the supply air condition to effectively reach the setting values by two-way controls of the supply air conditions. In such a process, if the results of the thermal comfort level are outside the range of the initial setting values, an adaptive model starts to work to send additional signals to adjust the set-point temperature. In order to assess its efficiency, the conventional thermostat model and fuzzy deterministic model are adopted as comparators. Comparing the results of the proposed network-based model with conventional control models, an improved control performance from 15.5% to 29.3% in thermal comfort indices was identified, as well as an over 30% improvement in energy efficiency. As a consequence, the network-based adaptive control rule supervising thermal comfort indices properly operates to abate increases in its energy use without compromising its thermal comfort. This performance can be significant in places where many spaces are woven at high density, and in situations where better thermal comfort can increase users’ workability and productivity.


2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (1) ◽  
pp. 275-291
Author(s):  
Md Sarfaraz Alam ◽  
Urmi Ravindra Salve

There are ample literature studies available, focusing on hot-humid built environment, which have achieved an increase in thermal comfort conditions by proper installation of ventilation-systems. The present thermal comfort study has been carried out in the kitchen environment of a non-air-conditioned railway pantry car in Indian Railways. The purpose is to enhance thermal comfort level under the currently applied ventilation system inside the kitchen of pantry car by determining the standard effective temperature (SET) index. During the summer and winter seasons, a field study was carried out to obtain the value of air temperature, globe temperature, relative humidity, and air velocity inside the pantry car for estimation of the SET index. A computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis was used to obtain a better-modified case model of the pantry car kitchen for the improvement of thermal comfort. The design interventions for the pantry car kitchen were created, with emphasis on increasing energy efficiency based on low-power consumption air ventilation system. The study results indicated that, modified case-I model has a better ventilation design concept as compare to the existing and other models, which increased the air velocity and significantly decreased the air temperature inside the kitchen of pantry car at all cooking periods. A value of SET (28.6–30℃) was found with a comfortable thermal sensation within all cooking periods, which is better for the pantry car workers. This finding suggests a sustainable improvement in the thermal environment of the "non-air-conditioned" pantry car kitchen in the Indian Railways, which can be applied immediately.


2020 ◽  
Vol 328 ◽  
pp. 03017
Author(s):  
Zuzana Kolková ◽  
Peter Hrabovský ◽  
Zuzana Florková ◽  
Richard Lenhard

Intelligent buildings are productive, energy efficient and environmentally acceptable. Intelligent buildings should be health, permanent and technologically advanced. It is necessary to predict the development and selection of suitable systems for the thermal comfort for ensure of the thermal comfort in the workplace. It is important to analyse how many thermal factors will affect the population, room temperature uniformity, asymmetry of the radiation temperature and turbulence intensity of the flowing air. Thermal comfort is given by the radiant heat, air temperature, air velocity and relative humidity in the room. The main impact of these factors on the comfort level of individuals depends on the type of clothing and on activity. The wrong thermal comfort is detrimental to workers’ health, affects adverse effects on the psyche and increasing the risk of accidents. The thermal comfort of people can be achieved by intelligent management of energy systems in the buildings. The measurement results and settings of intelligent systems are presented in this article.


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