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Digest 520 Wind microclimate around buildings
Publication Year
2011
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Brings together the latest information on wind environment around buildings. The general principles of wind flow around buildings and techniques for mitigating unacceptable wind speeds are discussed and advice is given on the methods and criteria for assessing pedestrian wind comfort.
Document History
Replaces - BRE Digest 390 Wind around tall buildings, which is withdrawn.
Author
Blackmore, P.
ISBN
9781848061859
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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