Frigorimeter
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005799
An instrument designed to measure the cooling power of the atmosphere on a heated body, simulating the heat loss from a human body. It quantifies the combined effect of air temperature, wind speed, and humidity on thermal comfort. The frigorimeter provides an objective measure of perceived coldness.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005799 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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