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The purpose of passive solar design (PSD) in buildings is to limit the use of high energy heating and air conditioning by making the best use of natural light, airflow and heat. There are some problems with PSD buildings as it is not possible to control the natural conditions. It is advisable to have some form of back-up system. Key factors when designing a PSD building are its position on a site, the nearness of other buildings and if it is sheltered from the wind. Large areas of glazed windows for solar gain and good roof insulation to retain heat are also necessary.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1999
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La Mondovision
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An analysis of the French novel. La Television, written by Jean-Philippe Toussaint is presented. Published in 1997, the novel centers on a French professor of art history who divides his time between Paris, Berlin and Rome. Instead of seeing differences between these locations, the omnipresent television reduces all to black and white pixels.
Publication Name: The French Review
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0016-111X
Year: 2003
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Murakami, Haruki
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Haruki Murakami was able to finish his first novel, entitled "Kaze no Uta O Kike," of "Hear the Wind Sing," in English, by spending few hours each night after working hours at his jazz club. In addition to novels, Murakami has also written many short stories.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1997
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