Devlopment of a Practical Method to Quantify Infiltration Rate through Building Entrance

Authors

Eric Reed, CUNY New York City College of TechnologyFollow
Ferasuddin Siddiqui, CUNY New York City College of TechnologyFollow
Louidelson Deguerre, CUNY New York City College of TechnologyFollow
Steve. Boodram, CUNY New York City College of TechnologyFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

5-4-2023

Abstract

Infiltration through entrance doors, vestibules, cracks and other areas have a large impact in building energy consumption. It also has a significant impact on indoor air quality. There are only a few studies about air infiltration and air tightness in the literature. The purpose of this study is to develop practical methods to measure air infiltration rates through entrance doors. We have read research articles and identify several methods in the literature. Further investigation is required to help more accurately find infraction rate, crack size and location of cracks to help reduce air infiltration, energy costs, maintain comfortable indoor conditions and lower buildings' carbon footprint.

Comments

This poster, first place winner for group projects, was presented at the 38th Semi-Annual Dr. Janet Liou-Mark Honors & Undergraduate Research Poster Presentation, May 4, 2023. Mentor: Prof. Daeho Kang (Environmental Control Technology).