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Lopes, M.F.P., Gomes, M.G. & Ferreira, J.G. Simulation of the atmospheric boundary layer for model testing in a short wind tunnel. Exp Tech 32, 36–43 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1747-1567.2007.00293.x
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