A comparative study of classical and innovative lobbed air diffusers using temperature sensors for thermal environment/comfort in vehicle cabins
Paul Dancă,
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Alexandru Cernei
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E3S Web of Conferences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
608, P. 02003 - 02003
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Thermal
comfort
within
a
vehicle
cabin
is
of
utmost
importance
for
both
safety
and
user
satisfaction.
This
study
evaluates
the
impact
two
air
diffuser
geometries—the
classical
innovative
lobbed
diffusers—on
thermal
environment
car
cabin.
Experiments
were
conducted
in
an
automobile-like
enclosure
climatic
chamber,
using
Dacia
Duster
dashboard
ventilation
system.
The
system
was
manually
controlled
to
vary
airflow
rates.
Wireless
temperature
sensors
placed
at
strategic
positions
levels
(head,
chest,
knees)
monitor
variations
over
six
measurement
sessions
with
different
configurations.
Results
show
that
types
effectively
maintain
uniform
distribution
across
seating
levels.
However,
diffusers
demonstrated
superior
performance
by
maintaining
slightly
lower
or
comparable
temperature,
despite
higher
inlet
temperature.
suggests
enhanced
mixing
capability,
leading
more
consistent
cooler
environment,
particularly
advantageous
during
warmer
conditions.
highlights
optimizing
cabins
improve
passenger
comfort.
Further
research
on
long-term
energy
efficiency
recommended
fully
explore
benefits
diffusers.
Language: Английский
Assessing occupant ear comfort inside trains: Modeling of pressure variation using subjective feedback and real-time data monitoring
Building and Environment,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 112566 - 112566
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Impact of realistic boundary conditions on CFD simulations: A case study of vehicle ventilation
Florin Bode,
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Titus Otniel Joldos,
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Gabriel Mihai Sirbu
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et al.
Building and Environment,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
267, P. 112264 - 112264
Published: Nov. 2, 2024
Language: Английский
Innovative High-Induction Air Diffuser for Enhanced Air Mixing in Vehicles and Personalized Ventilation Applications
Florin Bode,
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Titus Otniel Joldos,
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Gabriel Mihai Sirbu
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et al.
Energies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(12), P. 2930 - 2930
Published: June 14, 2024
Thermal
comfort
is
very
important
for
the
well-being
and
safety
of
vehicle
occupants,
as
discomfort
can
elevate
stress,
leading
to
distracted
attention
slower
reaction
times.
This
creates
a
riskier
driving
environment.
Addressing
this,
high-induction
air
diffusers
emerge
significant
innovation,
enhancing
indoor
environmental
quality
(IEQ)
by
efficiently
mixing
cool
from
heating
ventilation
conditioning
(HVAC)
system
with
cabin’s
ambient
air.
process
ensures
uniform
airflow,
diminishes
temperature
discrepancies,
prevents
draft
sensations,
boosts
overall
improving
circulation.
In
addition
thermal
in
vehicles,
novel
diffuser
also
offers
potential
personalized
systems,
allowing
individualized
control
over
airflow
temperature,
thereby
catering
specific
needs
each
occupant.
study
introduces
that
demonstrates
48%
improvement
entrainment
compared
traditional
diffusers,
verified
through
Ansys
Fluent
simulations
laser
Doppler
velocimetry
(LDV)
measurements.
At
fresh
rate
31.79
m3/h,
total
at
0.6
m
standard
73.36
while
innovative
diffuser,
it
109.26
m3/h.
solution
has
increase
level
within
signals
applications
across
various
enclosed
spaces,
underscoring
its
importance
advancing
automotive
standards.
Language: Английский