May 1, 2024
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An Introduction to Thermal Comfort
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Reading list
We've selected ten books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Thermal Comfort.
This essential reference comprehensive scientific explanation of thermal comfort and the methods used to achieve it for building designers, engineers, students and researchers.
Provides up-to-date, in-depth technical guidance on a broad range of topics on the design, construction, and operation of buildings. Covers the basics of thermal comfort.
Explores the relationship between built form and indoor climate and demonstrates sustainable techniques that can be implemented to maximize occupant comfort and reduce energy use.
Presents the latest research and applications in the field of thermal comfort, providing practical solutions for achieving thermal comfort in buildings.
This standard establishes the minimum indoor environmental conditions necessary to provide thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality for occupants.
Provides a comprehensive overview of adaptive thermal comfort, which is an emerging approach to designing for thermal comfort that considers the adaptive capacity of occupants.
This introductory-level book covers a wide range of topics related to energy-efficient design, including a brief overview of thermal comfort.
Explores thermal comfort in residential buildings, including the impact of building design, HVAC systems, and occupant behavior.
This practical guide provides guidance on achieving thermal comfort in buildings, covering aspects such as indoor air quality, daylighting, and acoustics.
This classic work explores the relationship between climate and architectural design, including a discussion on thermal comfort.
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