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Air-supported greenhouses

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  • Burek, S.A.M.
  • Norton, B.
  • Probert, S.D.

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Summary Air-supported structures can provide a suitable artificial environment for encouraging plant growth. How this can be achieved with a low rate of energy expenditure is described. The structural behaviour of air-supported structures is outlined, and the factors affecting the selection of cover materials, inflation systems and other auxiliary equipment discussed. Ventilation rates through air-supported greenhouses are examined, and the structures rated according to the requirements of their inflation systems. Methods of heating or cooling the environemnet within the greenhouse, and controls for internal humidity and carbon-dioxide concentrations, are discussed. It is concluded that air-supported structures can be utilised effectively as greenhouses.

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  • Burek, S.A.M. & Norton, B. & Probert, S.D., 1987. "Air-supported greenhouses," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 26(4), pages 245-313.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:appene:v:26:y:1987:i:4:p:245-313
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