Passive Design for Thermal Comfort in Hot Humid Climates
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Passive design can be referred to a way of designing buildings that takes advantage of the prevailing
climate and natural energy resources, such as daylight, wind and thermal buoyancy, to achieve a comfortable
environment while minimising energy use and reliance on mechanical systems. This paper reviews a selection
of work on key issues which are inherent to passive design for thermal comfort in hot humid climates,
namely the comfort zone, the minimisation of cooling needs and techniques for cooling and dehumidification.
Directions for future research are also discussed. The review highlights the need for acquiring generic
design and control principles, which will help maximise the potential of various passive design techniques
for providing thermal comfort in hot humid climates, and which will also complement the knowledge already
gained from case studies and fieldwork carried out in the areas. Furthermore, continuous research and
development, both technical and commercial, are required to develop high-potential passive climate control
techniques to become viable alternatives to mechanical solutions.
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