Browsing University of Waterloo by Subject "wind"
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A Field Study of Airflow in a High-Rise Multi-Unit Residential Building
(University of Waterloo, 2014-01-23)Airflow into, out of, and within buildings is fundamental to their design and operation as it can affect occupant health and comfort, building durability, and energy consumption. This thesis works to develop the understanding ... -
Sufficient Communities through Integrated Energy Systems: Increased Food Security in Newfoundland and Decreased Dependencies through Import- Replacement
(University of Waterloo, 2018-01-18)While perceived as equal to other provinces, Newfoundland is Canada’s version of a third world province with the illusion of equality. To use Jane Jacob’s term, Newfoundland has a backwards economy, an economy which does ... -
Thermal Characterization of a Pool Fire in Crosswind With and Without a Large Downwind Blocking Object
(University of Waterloo, 2009-07-29)Experiments were conducted to investigate the macroscopic thermal behaviour of 2m diameter Jet A fires in crosswinds of 3m/s to 13m/s. Two scenarios were considered: with and without a 2.7m diameter, 10.8m long, blocking ...