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Some of the components are same as those used in CO2 re-breathing validation<br />

experiment. The different components and their functions are listed in table below.<br />

Table XXI. 2 Components in dynamic HADT condensation validation experimental setup and their<br />

functions<br />

Component Function<br />

Evaporation chamber To generate a highly humidified airflow<br />

Heated tube To keep the temperature of the airflow<br />

Temperature control chamber<br />

Temperature sensor<br />

To be adjusted so to obtain the required temperature<br />

of airflow to the mask<br />

To measure the airflow temperature and give signal to<br />

control the heating of the temperature control<br />

chamber<br />

The air is heated and highly humidified in the evaporation chamber. The specific<br />

humidity of the outlet from the evaporation chamber should be higher than the saturated<br />

specific humidity at 34°C. The temperature control chamber is adjusted to assure the air<br />

temperature at the sensor is 34°C. The airflow temperature all along the way should be<br />

no lower than 34°C so to guarantee the airflow saturation at the temperature sensor. The<br />

temperature control chamber can also work as a mixing chamber so to provide more<br />

stable airflow temperature and humidity under such fluctuating situation. Condensation<br />

may occur along the way, condensate collecting sacks may be needed.<br />

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