In this paper we present an emergency monitoring strategy (Predictive Simulation Reporting) using Wireless Sensor Networks that combines sensor monitoring and the prediction of future movement of occupants using a multi-agent crowd evacuation simulation operating on a resource-rich Base Station node. Sensor nodes are informed ahead of time about multiple possible evacuation scenarios that could...

OBJECTIVE Recent field data analyses have shown that the safety advantages of rear seats relative to the front seats have decreased in newer vehicles. Separately, the risks of certain injuries have been found to be higher for obese occupants. The objective of this study is to investigate the effects of advanced belt features on the protection of rear-seat occupants with a range of body mass ind...

Occupants’ interaction with the building envelope systems may provide a comfortable indoor environment and lead to a better energy performance of the building. Through questionnaire survey, this study investigates occupant’s pattern of use of windows, shading and air conditioning in Greek residences (mostly apartments) during summer. Results suggest that Greek occupants significantly interact w...

Indoor air concentrations of formaldehyde, acetaldehyde and acrolein were measured in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Edmonton, Alberta. Seven consecutive 24-hr measurements were made in 50 non-smoking homes in winter and summer in each city. In addition, data on relative humidity, temperature, air exchange rates, housing characteristics and occupants’ activities were collected. Determinants of indoor...