LOW-BUDGET MEASURING DEVICE FOR DETERMINING CARBON DIOXIDE LEVELS IN INDOOR SPACES

Pasic, Roberto and Kuzmanov, Ivo and Mijakovska, Svetlana (2026) LOW-BUDGET MEASURING DEVICE FOR DETERMINING CARBON DIOXIDE LEVELS IN INDOOR SPACES. TEMEL-ij, 10 (1). pp. 1-8. ISSN 2545-4390

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Abstract

Nowadays, when it comes to measuring indoor air quality, the most common topic of discussion is the impact of PM particles on human health. However, in indoor environments, the impact of some gases on human health is more significant than the impact of PM particles. Very often, VOC (volatile organic compound) measurement is declared sufficient to detect indoor air quality, which is not entirely accurate. The meaning of VOC measurement is often misunderstood. For exmaple, CO2 sensors and VOC sensors measure very different things. CO2 and VOC are two critical components in air quality that can significantly impact human health and comfort. CO2 is a naturally occurring gas primarily
produced by human respiration and combustion processes. While it is harmless in small quantities, elevated levels in enclosed spaces can lead to drowsiness, decreased cognitive
function, and long-term health concerns. VOCs, on the other hand, are a group of chemicals released into the air from various sources, such as cleaning products, paints, and building materials. These compounds can have adverse effects ranging from mild irritation to more severe conditions like respiratory issues, headaches, and even long-term chronic illnesses when exposure is prolonged. In this paper, we focus on the impacts of CO2 on human health and ways to efficiently and inexpensively measure CO2 levels.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Engineering and Technology > Other engineering and technologies
Divisions:	Faculty of Technical Sciences
Depositing User:	Prof. d-r Svetlana Mijakovska
Date Deposited:	23 Mar 2026 08:41
Last Modified:	23 Mar 2026 08:41
URI:	https://eprints.uklo.edu.mk/id/eprint/11461

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