Wind effects on buildings 1

[bleonard]

I have a design in which 2 buildings in relation to each other my compress and therefore amplify wind speed. Is there any resource to confirm or tell me more about this effect.

 

[bleonard]

Also, how tall must the building be before the compression of the atmosphere prevents an updraft? These buildings are 16 feet tall, do I even need to worry about it? If not, why not?

Thanks again.

 

[Ron]

One of the leading experts in this field is Professor Jack Cermak at Colorado State University.

http://www.windlab.colostate.edu/cermak.htm

 

[bleonard]

Thanks Ron.

What I am talking about is the Venturi Effect, or tunnel effect. These buildings are not enclosed at the top, and what I need to know is:
At what elevation would the Atmospheric pressure prevent air from lifting over the building.

Thanks.

 

[cvg]

The Engineering Research Center at Colorado State is one of the premier wind engineering research facilities in the world. I worked at the lab as an undergraduate assistant and highly recommend forwarding your question there.

http://www.windlab.colostate.edu/