SICK BUILDING SYNDROME: EVALUATION AND MONITORING
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Sick Building, Indoor Air Quality, Volatile Organic Pollutants, SensorsAbstract
DOI: https://doi.org/10.46296/ig.v8i15.0266
This article analyzes the issue of indoor air pollution in relation to Sick Building Syndrome, a condition that affects the health and well-being of occupants due to the accumulation of pollutants, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The main objective of the study is to identify the most common VOCs found in enclosed spaces, their primary sources of emission, and the most suitable sensors for their detection. The research is based on a systematic literature review, focusing on relevant scientific literature concerning indoor air pollution. Special attention is given to the development and application of monitoring systems based on chemical sensors, considered a key strategy for the detection and control of VOCs in advanced air purification technologies. The results include a list of the VOCs most frequently reported in studies related to Sick Building Syndrome, as well as a selection of sensors specifically designed for the detection of these pollutants. The study concludes that Sick Building Syndrome poses a significant threat to health in indoor environments, highlighting the importance of implementing efficient monitoring systems to improve air quality and prevent adverse health effects among occupants.
Keywords: Sick Building, Indoor Air Quality, Volatile Organic Pollutants, Sensors.
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