HOW CONVECTIVE LOCAL COOLING DEVICES INFLUENCE LOCAL THERMAL RESPONSE OF ELDERLY PEOPLE

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Abstract

Ensuring the thermal comfort of elderly individuals in warm indoor environments is critical due to the greater vulnerability they have to heat stress. Local cooling devices have the potential to alleviate thermal stress. The purpose of this study was to compare the elderly's local skin temperature and thermal sensation before and after using table fan, evaporative cooling device, and air-cooled jacket under different environments. The research findings contribute to understanding the reactions of elderly individuals in hot environments, providing insights for the indoor environment design of buildings such as nursing homes. Additionally, this study aids in the enhancement of personalized cooling device design.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSisäilmastoseminaari 2024 Messukeskus 12.3.2024
PublisherSIY Sisäilmatieto Oy
Pages201-206
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)978-952-5236-55-2
Publication statusPublished - 2024
MoE publication typeD3 Professional conference proceedings
EventSisäilmastoseminaari - Helsinki, Finland
Duration: 14 Mar 202414 Mar 2024

Publication series

NameSIY raportti
Volume42
ISSN (Print)1237-1866

Seminar

SeminarSisäilmastoseminaari
Country/TerritoryFinland
CityHelsinki
Period14/03/202414/03/2024

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