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The evaluation of indoor hygrothermal conditions is described, supported by a literature review. Involved parameters and standardized methodologies are summarized. The procedures for evaluation of human comfort are also briefly described.
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Ramos, N.M.M., Delgado, J.M.P.Q., Almeida, R.M.S.F., Simões, M.L., Manuel, S. (2016). Indoor Hygrothermal Conditions. In: Application of Data Mining Techniques in the Analysis of Indoor Hygrothermal Conditions. SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-22294-3_2
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