Year
1991
Degree Name
Bachelor of Engineering
Department
Department of Engineering
Recommended Citation
Mak, Nicholas, Thermal stratification in atria, Bachelor of Engineering thesis, Department of Engineering, University of Wollongong, 1991. https://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/892
Abstract
Atria are now a standard feature of shopping centres and commercial buildings. Yet little is known about the thermal performance of large glazed spaces, where factors such as the level of thermal stratification and the maximum temperatures which can occur are important. This thesis provides case study monitoring results of a two storey atrium, where the thermal stratification in the atrium and outside weather conditions were measured with respect to time. Also presented is a model to predict the thermal performance of atria by utilising an existing building energy simulation program and the theory of natural ventilation in enclosures.
Unless otherwise indicated, the views expressed in this thesis are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the University of Wollongong.