Mold growth prediction by computational simulation

K. Sedlbauer; M. Krus; W. Zillig; H. M. Künzel

Mold growth prediction by computational simulation

K. Sedlbauer
, M. Krus
, W. Zillig
, H. M. Künzel

Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP

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Abstract

Until now, the common methods used to assess the risk of mold growth have been based on steady boundary conditions. A newly developed model, describing the hygrothermal behavior of the spore, allows consideration of the changing surface temperatures and RH for the prediction of mold growth for the first time. Research is still needed to determine the required hygrothermal material properties of the spore, such as the moisture retention curve and vapor resistance of the spore wall. Nevertheless, the capability of the biohygrothermal model to assess the risk of mold growth can be demonstrated impressively with the chosen example. A new basis has been built to describe nonsteady biological processes in mold spores, up to the start of the metabolism at least.

Original language	English
Journal	IAQ Conference
State	Published - 2001
Externally published	Yes
Event	Moisture, Microbes and Health Effects: Indoor Air Quality and Moisture in Buildings Conference, IAQ 2001 - San Francisco, CA, United States Duration: 4 Nov 2001 → 7 Nov 2001

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Mold growth prediction by computational simulation

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