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Computational Modeling of Aerosol Transmission of COVID-19

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In this chapter, recent advances in computational modeling of respiratory droplets in indoor environments in connection with the aerosol transmission of COVID-19 are presented. In addition, the available literature on respiratory droplet emission by speaking, coughing, and sneezing are reviewed. The computational modeling approach for simulation of airflows and droplet and particle motions in a ventilated environment is described in layman’s terms. Examples of dispersion and transport of respiratory droplets emitted due to coughing and speaking in a classroom, in a subway train compartment, and in small and large ventilated office spaces are presented. Finally, the filtration effects of wearing masks and their influence on reducing our chances of exposure are described.

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Ahmadi, G. (2022). Computational Modeling of Aerosol Transmission of COVID-19. In: Barry, D., Kanematsu, H. (eds) Studies to Combat COVID-19 using Science and Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1356-3_6

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