Comparative Analysis of Construction-Related Air Pollution in Indoor and Outdoor Environments
Abstract: This work presents a comparative analysis of air pollution patterns near a construction area which is approximately 300 meters from a residential apartment located in Hyderabad, India. Internet of Things (IoT) based air pollution nodes were designed and deployed in both indoor and outdoor environments across four adjacent blocks near the construction site. An additional node was also deployed away from the direct line of the site of the construction area for comparison. The study investigated the levels of PM2.5, PM10, temperature, and humidity as outdoor parameters, and PM2.5, PM10, CO2, VOC, temperature, and humidity as indoor parameters. Also, analyzing correlation coefficients and box plots for detailed analysis. The findings revealed that air pollution spreads over a wide area, as a function of the scale of construction i.e. (high-rise buildings) and wind ducts. The experiment aimed to substantiate empirical data through analysis of residents’ concerns about breathing difficulties and health issues due to restricted outdoor activities from high construction-based air pollution. The study will help policymakers and construction companies take appropriate construction activity measures to reduce health hazards.
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Repository URL: https://github.com/omi-kron/Comparative-Analysis-of-Construction-Related-Air-Pollution-in-Indoor-and-Outdoor-Environments
Submission Number: 7
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