The Monte Carlo code for the physically correct tracing of photons in cloudy atmospheres (MYSTIC) three-dimensional radiative transfer model was used in a parametric study to determine the strength of longwave radiative heating and cooling in atmospheres enclosed in idealized valleys and basins. The parameters investigated included valley or basin shape, width, and near-surface temperature cont...

This paper entails an empirical and computational assessment of the air flow field in close proximity a vertically positioned radiant cooling panel. solution differs from conventional large-area systems (e.g., ceiling panels). It involves rather small-sized vertical panels to occupants. Moreover, are designed so as manage potential surface condensation water vapor via integrated drainage elemen...

Cineangiographic examination of reindeer exposed to local (hypothalamic) or general heating and cooling revealed that the angular oculi veins are constricted during cold stress but dilated during heat stress. Moreover, during heat stress a segment of the facial vein appeared to be occluded, causing the cold venous return from the nasal mucosa to be routed directly to the cavernous sinus for sel...