Impact of Positive Pressure Ventilation Systems on Indoor Air Quality in Residential Settings

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Impact of Positive Pressure Ventilation Systems on Indoor Air Quality in Residential Settings

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Effective ventilation is a key requirement in residential buildings to achieve healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) through the introduction of fresh air. Mechanical ventilation (MV) systems are designed to meet IAQ objectives by delivering regular air exchange and dilution of stale air. Positive pressure ventilation (PPV) systems commonly source air from the roof cavity and distribute it throughout the indoor environment. This study evaluated the effects of PPV systems on IAQ in 10 single-family...

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2025-09-01

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Hernandez, G / Borge, R / Blanchon, D / Berry, TA

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https://openrepository.aut.ac.nz/handle/10292/19578

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40 Engineering / 33 Built Environment and Design / 0502 Environmental Science and Management / 1201 Architecture / 1202 Building / Building & Construction / 33 Built environment and design

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