The effect of snow cover on the zenith lanterns of the upper natural light system at the level of illumination in the rooms
Abstract
The effect of snow cover on the zenith lanterns of the upper natural light system at the level of illumination in the rooms
Incoming article date: 19.03.2018The article considers the problems of sufficient natural light` provision of premises with roof natural lighting system in winter climate conditions of Russian Federation. It is noted, that contemporary Codes and Regulations on Natural Lighting don`t consider an effect of snow deposits on roof skylights on the values of daylight factor (D.F.) in interiors.Snow deposits on Building roofs is a characteristic feature for a winter months in climate conditions of major part of Russian Federation, thus making the investigations considered very actual. The article contents the results of site investigations, as well as results of the oretical calculations on the problem in question.
Keywords: Snow deposits, daylight factor, a system of roof natural lighting, skylights.