Alan G. Davenport Wind Engineering Group

"To conduct innovative research in wind engineering and related disciplines which pushes the field beyond current boundaries in a way which demonstrates leadership and excellence, and responds effectively to industry's needs and enhances their capabilities

Studies of Wind Effects on Buildings at the Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel Laboratory (http://www.blwtl.uwo.ca/buildings/buildings1.htm)

The methodologies for the study of wind effects on buildings are well established after the pioneering work of Prof. A.G. Davenport in the 1960's. With better understanding of the wind action and its interaction with the structure, modern designs have become more optimized, making accurate predictions of wind loads and effects a necessary step in the design process. Moreover, innovative designs both in building forms and structural systems have provided continuing challenges in the field of wind engine ering. The following provides brief descriptions of the wind tunnel methods used in the studies of wind effects on buildings.