The effect of building height on thermal properties and comfort of a housing project in the hot arid climate of the UAE

A city’s microclimate is greatly impacted by urbanization. The ratio of building height to street width affects the thermal properties of urban canyons. This characteristic is one of the main elements that control the thermal radiation emitted and how much solar radiation is absorbed, causing the ur...

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Main Authors: Muna Salameh, Ayat Elkhazindar, Basim Touqan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Built Environment
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbuil.2023.1174147/full