A new method to assess spatial variations of outdoor thermal comfort: Onsite monitoring results and implications for precinct planning

Residents wish to have outdoor spaces to enjoy walking, cycling, and other recreational activities, which are often hindered by the unfavorable thermal comfort conditions, especially in the summer. High building densities lower the average wind speed and this intensifies the urban heat island effect...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Building and environment 2015-09, Vol.91, p.263-270
Hauptverfasser:	Niu, Jianlei, Liu, Jianlin, Lee, Tsz-cheung, Lin, Zhang (John), Mak, Cheukming, Tse, Kam-Tim, Tang, Bo-sin, Kwok, Kenny C.S.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Buildings Built environment Construction Density Microclimatic parameters Outdoor Outdoor thermal comfort Physiological equivalent temperature (PET) Spots Summer Thermal comfort Wind speed
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