Blending history, engineering, physics, and practical building science, this book traces the evolution of passive ventilation from ancient Persian wind catchers to modern turbine ventilators. It examines why these technologies largely disappeared despite their effectiveness and considers their role in reducing energy consumption in a warming world.
Blending history, engineering, physics, and practical building science, this book traces the evolution of passive ventilation from ancient Persian wind catchers to modern turbine ventilators. It examines why these technologies largely disappeared despite their effectiveness and considers their ro...