A review on the methods used in the study of thermal comfort for the elderly

Thermal comfort for the elderly is severely challenged by factors such as reduced self-regulation and poor health. However, there are few summaries on thermal comfort in the elderly, which hinder our understanding of their thermal comfort needs. This study employs a systematic literature review methodology, in which articles on specific topics were identified through keyword searches, yielding 73 publications. A cross-thematic analysis was conducted to summarize the factors influencing thermal comfort among the elderly, along with the corresponding data collection techniques and evaluation approaches. This study selects articles on specific topics using keywords, conducts cross-analysis, and summarizes the influencing factors, data collection methods, and evaluation methods related to thermal comfort for the elderly. The review identifies that the primary influences on thermal comfort in the elderly encompass physical, physiological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors. Physical and physiological factors are measured through direct assessment or simulation, whereas psychological and socio-cultural factors are derived from subjective surveys. Currently, simulation, measurement, and subjective surveys represent the predominant data collection methods for assessing thermal comfort. This review provides a comprehensive understanding of the key elements of thermal comfort for older adults and can create a better outdoor environment for them.

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