In buildings, energy is primarily consumed by mechanical air conditioning systems. Low
energy alternatives, such as natural ventilation, are needed. However, they need to be able …

The significant energy use and increasing requirement for good indoor environment quality
in the built environment have led to a renewed interest in natural ventilation strategies such …

The upper wing wall can be integrated into the windcatcher to prevent direct solar and rain
penetration. The impact of this combination was not considered in previous studies …

Natural ventilation and cooling have played an essential role in providing comfort
conditions. Windcatchers are passive cooling systems and one of the most familiar elements …

The growing concerns over climate change and energy scarcity have highlighted the need
for building energy conservation. Windcatchers, renowned for their effective ventilation …

This review study circumscribes wind catchers as vernacular zero-energy systems of
passive ventilation. The research reviews various types of wind catchers and analyses their …

The energy demands of buildings are increasing, underlining the need for sustainable
energy sources. Passive cooling methods, such as wind towers and solar chimneys, are …

This paper presents a detailed parametric analysis of the impact of geometrical
characteristics of wind catchers on their flow features to enhance the effectiveness of cross …

Urban configuration plays a pivotal role in the current energy crisis by providing more
thermally appropriate local microclimates leading to the efficient functioning of building …

Passive strategies are increasingly being employed in buildings to minimize their total
energy consumption and emissions. Wind tower, a natural ventilation device, can capture …