Numerical performance of CO2 accumulation and droplet dispersion from a cough inside a hospital lift under different ventilation strategies

Abstract The impact of mechanical ventilation on airborne diseases is not completely known. The recent pandemic of COVID-19 clearly showed that additional investigations are necessary. The use of computational tools is an advantage that needs to be included in the study of designing safe places. The...

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Main Authors: Sergio A. Chillón, Unai Fernandez-Gamiz, Ekaitz Zulueta, Ainara Ugarte-Anero, Jesus Maria Blanco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-03-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-57425-z