The need for airtightness control is a reality given its impact on buildings’ energy use and IAQ.
AIRBASE is the Bibliographic Database of the AIVC. It contains publications and abstracts of articles related to energy efficient ventilation. Where possible, sufficient detail is supplied in the bibliographic details for users to trace and order the material via their own libraries. Topics include: ventilation strategies, design and retrofit methods, calculation techniques, standards and regulations, measurement methods, indoor air quality and energy implications etc. Entries are based on articles and reports published in journals, internal publications and research reports, produced both by university departments and by building research institutions throughout the world. AIRBASE has grown and evolved over many years (1979 to present day, over 22000 references and 16000 documents available online). For most of the references, the full document is also available online.
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The need for airtightness control is a reality given its impact on buildings’ energy use and IAQ.
Airtightness is presented through various expression according to the standards and measurement methods of each country.
Due to the minimal energy requirement, the Passivhaus standard has been widely recognised and adopted to deliver low carbon buildings.
Maintaining the airtightness of building envelopes is a key factor for the energy efficiency of buildings.
Airborne transmissions take place as a transport of virus or bacteria via the aerosol flow in rooms.