Integrating physical experiments with computational fluid dynamics to transform mosque minarets into efficient solar chimneys

Abstract This study explores the potential of repurposing mosque minarets as solar chimneys in hot arid regions to facilitate natural ventilation and diminish the reliance on energy-intensive cooling systems. Originating as a means to call the faithful to prayer, minarets have become iconic landmark...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Hesham H. Awad, Mahmoud Desouki
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2024-04-01
Subjects:	Mosque minaret Solar chimney Passive ventilation Computational simulation CFD Natural ventilation
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-59589-0