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Jalousie Window - things to add

Design: -how the mechanism works as described in the patent -example of how the jalousie window in my house works (video/photos)

Efficacy: -An experiment in 1960 tested the efficacy of jalousie windows in tropical climates to exclude rain while still allowing for air flow. A major issue with excluding rain while allowing air flow is that both tend to come from the same direction. The angled slatted jalousie windows give the impression of solving this issue, however, the actual efficacy of the windows to let in air while keeping out water was deemed unsatisfactory by the study's authors. -Jalousie windows also have several other drawbacks. In addition to the inability to keep out water, they also do not provide a secure barrier to keep air conditioned air inside. Also the metal parts which make up the windows moving mechanism are prone to corrosion in humid environments, leading to damage such as broken or missing cranks.

Contemporary use: -increased popularity of retro style and restoration, especially trailers -modern manufacturers

Renlis (talk) 14:13, 29 November 2018 (UTC)

A good start with bullet points explaining the things to highlight within the article. Perhaps provide image examples of the failures the jalousie window experiences (such as water damage, corrosion, etc) If discussing contemporary uses, provide examples of how the window was used historically as well. What was the primary purpose behind this design? What is the proper climate and building type this window is found in? Msollmann (talk) 18:42, 29 November 2018 (UTC)

Instructor comments
This is a good plan for improving the article, but the draft should be more developed by now. More of the sources that you've found should be cited as footnotes throughout the text or listed as Further reading. Can you provide some critical perspective on the statement about "high-performance architectural windows ... in award-winning buildings" in the existing article? Is this a truly vernacular building technology, or are there other examples of notable structures where such windows were used? Elizabeth Linden Rahway (talk) 11:33, 5 December 2018 (UTC)