Aspects of stadium design for warm climates

Szucs, Agota; Moreau, S.; Allard, Francis

doi:10.1016/j.buildenv.2008.09.008

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“…This study focused on the influence of roof inclination angle on the daylight distribution on the pitch. Szücs et al [3,4] studied the effect of wind flow on thermal comfort in generic stadium configurations by wind tunnel measurements. Among others, they analyzed the effect of facade porosity and roof inclination angle on the wind-flow pattern inside the stadium and concluded that the wind velocity in the stadium can be altered significantly by design changes to the stadium facades and roofs.…”

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3D CFD simulations of wind flow and wind-driven rain shelter in sports stadia: Influence of stadium geometry

Hooff¹,

Blocken²,

Harten

2011

Building and Environment

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3D CFD simulations of wind flow and wind-driven rain shelter in sports stadia: Influence of stadium geometry

Hooff¹,

Blocken²,

Harten

2011

Building and Environment

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“…Additional studies revealed the importance of providing ventilation openings to promote natural airflow and ventilation at the occupied areas of the stadium bowl [6,8,9]. The interactions between the urban environment and the stadium structures as well as the wind comfort conditions on pedestrian level have also attracted great interest [10][11][12].…”

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“…They are also placed within a distance of 11 m far from the playing field to lessen the impact of the expected central vortex in the stadium bowl [5]. Furthermore, a ventilation opening of 1 m was created between the roof and the upper spectator tiers to allow for natural ventilation [6].…”

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CFD optimisation of a stadium roof geometry: a qualitative study to improve the wind microenvironment

2017

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Abstract. The complexity of the built environment requires the adoption of coupled techniques to predict the flow phenomena and provide optimum design solutions. In this study, coupled computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and response surface methodology (RSM) optimisation tools are employed to investigate the parameters that determine the wind comfort in a two-dimensional stadium model, by optimising the roof geometry. The roof height, width and length are evaluated against the flow homogeneity at the spectator terraces and the playing field area, the roof flow rate and the average interior pressure. Based on non-parametric regression analysis, both symmetric and asymmetric configurations are considered for optimisation. The optimum design solutions revealed that it is achievable to provide an improved wind environment in both playing field area and spectator terraces, giving a further insight on the interrelations of the parameters involved. Considering the limitations of conducting a twodimensional study, the obtained results may beneficially be used as a basis for the optimisation of a complex threedimensional stadium structure and thus become an important design guide for stadium structures.

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“…Based on experimental wind tunnel tests, such a central opening is preferable in cooler climates, since it acts as a protector, attenuating the intense airflow beyond the playing field [27]. However, when combined with a peripheral continuous opening between the roof and the upper spectator terrace, leads to increase of local ventilation rates for the benefit of users in warm climates [26].…”

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Qatar 2022: Facing the FIFA World Cup climatic and legacy challenges

Sofotasiou

Hughes

Calautit

2015

Sustainable Cities and Society

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The 2022 World Cup creates great opportunities for the country of Qatar, but also poses significant challenges. In this study the main challenge of maintaining thermal comfort conditions within the football arenas is presented, with respect to the heat stress index (HSI) and the aero-thermal comfort thresholds established for opened stadiums. Potential cooling strategies for delivering tolerant comfort levels are introduced, followed by their functional strengths and limitations for the hot-humid climate of Qatar. An estimation of the cooling load for semi-outdoor stadiums in Qatar is also presented. The results, produced by dynamic thermal modelling, indicated that a load of 115 MW h per game should be at least consumed in order to provide both indoor and outdoor thermal comfort conditions. Finally, the use of solar energy technologies for the generation of electricity and cooling are evaluated, based on their viability beyond the 2022 World Cup event, towards the nation's targets for sustainability and lasting legacy. Highlights:• Provision of aero-thermal comfort conditions within the sport facilities.• Higher efficiency of solar sorption systems in hot-humid climates.• An estimated cooling load of about 115 MW h per game is required.• Balancing techniques to meet carbon neutrality commitment.• Forthcoming local and national community benefits.

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Aspects of stadium design for warm climates

Cited by 11 publications

References 4 publications

3D CFD simulations of wind flow and wind-driven rain shelter in sports stadia: Influence of stadium geometry

3D CFD simulations of wind flow and wind-driven rain shelter in sports stadia: Influence of stadium geometry

CFD optimisation of a stadium roof geometry: a qualitative study to improve the wind microenvironment

Qatar 2022: Facing the FIFA World Cup climatic and legacy challenges

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