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Title: A model for dispersion of contaminants in the subway environment

Conference ·
OSTI ID:755859

Although subway ventilation has been studied extensively, very little has been published on dispersion of contaminants in the subway environment. This paper presents a model that predicts dispersion of contaminants in a complex subway system. It accounts for the combined transient effects of train motion, station airflows, train car air exchange rates, and source release properties. Results are presented for a range of typical subway scenarios. The effects of train piston action and train car air exchange are discussed. The model could also be applied to analyze the environmental impact of hazardous materials releases such as chemical and biological agents.

Research Organization:
Argonne National Lab., IL (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
US Department of Energy (US)
DOE Contract Number:
W-31109-ENG-38
OSTI ID:
755859
Report Number(s):
ANL/DIS/CP-101582; TRN: AH200028%%207
Resource Relation:
Conference: 10th International Conference, Aerodynamics and Ventilation of Vehicles Tunnels, Boston, MA (US), 11/01/2000--11/03/2000; Other Information: PBD: 3 May 2000
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English