Evaluation of cognitive performance in high temperature with heart rate: A pilot study

Y Chen, Z Wang, X Tian, W Liu - Building and Environment, 2023 - Elsevier
Real-time monitoring and evaluation of cognitive performance based on physiological
indicators is a potentially new measure to ensure high air temperature safety. Heart rate …

Critical dynamic characteristics of brain activity in thermal comfort state

M Lu, S Hu, Y Hu, Y Zheng, X Liu, X Zhao… - Building and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Thermal comfort is a crucial aspect of building design that can have a direct impact on
people's health, productivity, and overall comfort. Evaluating indoor thermal comfort could be …

The mediating role of emotion in the effects of landscape elements on thermal comfort: A laboratory study

T Yan, H **, Y ** - Building and Environment, 2023 - Elsevier
Comfortable, enjoyable outdoor spaces are critical to human health and well-being. The
emotional reactions induced by various combinations of visual landscapes and the role of …

Deciphering optimal mixed-mode ventilation in the tropics using reinforcement learning with explainable artificial intelligence

X Dai, S Cheng, A Chong - Energy and Buildings, 2023 - Elsevier
The application of mixed-mode ventilation (MMV) in the tropics is challenging, given its hot
and humid climate. Consequently, there are limited periods when operating in natural …

Cognitive performances under hot-humid exposure: An evaluation with heart rate variability

H Zhu, Y Wang, S Hu, L Ma, H Su, J Wang - Building and Environment, 2023 - Elsevier
Attenuated cognitive performances caused by the hot-humid environment have been widely
reported. However, the objective evaluation of the cognitive performance is still an open …

Thermal performance and energy efficacy of membrane-assisted radiant cooling outdoors

Y Liang, J Yang, Z Zhong, Y **e… - Sustainable Cities and …, 2024 - Elsevier
Membrane-assisted radiant cooling systems offer a promising solution for directly cooling
human bodies in outdoor settings. In this study a prototype system is experimentally …

Outdoor space design and its effect on mental work performance in a subtropical climate

Y Luo, X Ma, J Li, C Wang, R de Dear, S Lu - Building and Environment, 2025 - Elsevier
Due to the stress resulting from high-density urbanisation, a premium is being placed on the
restorative benefits of outdoor spaces for city dwellers. Outdoor spaces are increasingly …

Investigating Library Users' Perceived Indoor Environmental Quality: SEM-Logit Analysis Study in a University Library

HC Hou, H Lan, M Lin, P Xu - Journal of Building Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
This study aims to identify the key factors that influence library users' satisfaction with the
indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in a contemporary university library, focusing on both …

Assessment of the estimation methods of Tmrt in semi-outdoor spaces in humid sub-tropical climates: An empirical study in Wuhan, China

C Li, K Xu, S Yan, Q Ji, D Zhang, X Zhou - Building and Environment, 2024 - Elsevier
Studies have been conducted on the mean radiant temperature (Tmrt) estimation methods
using globe thermometers for measuring outdoor thermal environments in various climate …

Characteristics of facial electromyography during cold exposure and feasibility of evaluating thermal comfort

M Lu, S Hu, X Zhao, C Guo, L Xue, G Liu, Y Ji - Building and Environment, 2023 - Elsevier
A comfortable building environment plays a vital role in enhancing both the physical and
mental well-being of its occupants. In recent years, the assessment of building thermal …