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Design with Nature : Windcatcher as a Paradigm of Natural Ventilation Device in Buildings Dr. Abdel-moniem El-Shorbagy Architecture Department, College of Engineering Effat University, Saudi Arabia aelshorbagy@effatuniversity.edu.sa
The document discusses the windcatcher , a traditional architectural device used for natural ventilation in buildings, particularly in hot climates. It explores the historical significance, various types, and modern adaptations of windcatchers , emphasizing their role in sustainable architecture. The paper highlights the importance of integrating traditional design with contemporary practices to ...
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The wind - catcher is based on a traditional Persian architectural device, which was used to create natural ventilation in buildings. S ince the energy crisis of the 1970s, the ecological or sustainable architecture movement dominated architect's thoughts of realising buildings that are environmentally relevant to their regions.
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Despite the extensive literature on windcatcher natural ventilation systems and their benefits for sustainable building design , comprehensive reviews that synthesize the integration of passive and low-energy technologies across various climates are limited.
The windcatcher , a traditional Persian device, enhances natural ventilation in hot climates. The paper advocates for integrating windcatchers into modern architecture to address energy efficiency. Historical examples date back to the early Pharaonic periods, illustrating the device's longstanding significance. Architects today seek to blend traditional designs with modern technology for ...
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Monodraught are fully automatic and programmable and can control ventilation with a fully adjustable ceiling ventilator, dampers, as well as different types of sensors. Windcatcher Sensors may include air temperature, CO, wind movement, noise and humidity depending upon the specific requirements of the space.
In recent years, there has been increased interest in natural ventilation solutions as a means to achieve sustainable and energy-efficient building design . Windcatchers , ancient Middle Eastern architectural elements, have surfaced as viable passive cooling devices in modern architecture, thereby enhancing interior air quality and reducing the reliance on mechanical ventilation systems ...
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The integration of natural ventilation systems, such as windcatchers , in modern buildings has garnered interest due to rising energy costs and the need for sustainable practices. Windcatchers have ...
A windcatcher , also known as a wind tower, is a natural ventilation device integrated into rooftop structures that captures wind at higher elevations, utilizing wind pressure and thermal buoyancy to introduce fresh air and expel stale or polluted indoor air, offering functionality similar to mechanical ventilation systems [9-11].