Does your mobile home park have CC&Rs? And maybe your city has laws for how close smokers can be to occupied dwellings. What country/state/province do you live in?CassieFordham said:A smoker just moved into the mobile home next to the one I live in, and insists on smoking in his yard. I want to build a wall between us to block the smoke. I don't know how to calculate how high the wall needs to be, to keep the smoke from blowing into my yard. Can anyone help me to figure this out?
there's just too many variables ... height isn't going to make a lot of difference when as @berkeman said it is windyCassieFordham said:Thank you all for your replies, but my question is a physics question. I'm trying to build a wall, not change the behavior of my neighbor.
I want to know how to know the formula to figure out the behavior of the smoke: e.g. under what conditions wound the smoke rise and what conditions would it fall, and what conditions are needed to ensure that itdoesn't to rise above the wall then fall into my yard where I would breath it.
It's an engineering question. It's solved with engineering tools, like CFD simulations. Or by trial and error.CassieFordham said:but my question is a physics question.
CassieFordham said:I want to know how to know the formula to figure out the behavior of the smoke: e.g. under what conditions wound the smoke rise and what conditions would it fall, and what conditions are needed to ensure that itdoesn't to rise above the wall then fall into my yard where I would breath it.
There is no formula that fits all scenarios.CassieFordham said:I want to know how to know the formula to figure out the
The height of a wall plays a crucial role in blocking smoke. A taller wall can create a larger barrier for smoke to pass through, reducing its concentration on the other side. However, other factors such as wind direction and building ventilation also influence the effectiveness of a wall in blocking smoke.
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question as it depends on various factors such as the source of smoke and the surrounding environment. Generally, a wall height of at least 8 feet can help block a significant amount of smoke, but taller walls may be necessary in certain situations.
The material of a wall can affect its ability to block smoke. Generally, dense and impermeable materials such as brick, concrete, and metal are more effective in blocking smoke compared to lighter materials like wood or drywall. However, the design and construction of the wall also play a role in its effectiveness.
Thicker walls can provide a larger barrier for smoke to pass through, potentially reducing its concentration on the other side. However, the thickness of a wall alone may not be enough to effectively block smoke, as other factors like ventilation and air pressure also play a role.
No, a wall alone cannot completely block all smoke. While a taller and thicker wall made of dense material can significantly reduce the amount of smoke passing through, there may still be some leakage. Other measures such as proper ventilation and air filtration systems may also be necessary to completely block smoke.