Infrared Thermography Study of Thermal Footprints Generated by Ordinary and Extraordinary Respiratory Activities in Persons Wearing Face Masks

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer 2026 Open access

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Authors: Luca Giammichele, Valerio D’Alessandro, Matteo Falone, Renato Ricci
DOI: 10.32604/fhmt.2026.072535
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Abstract

The airborne diffusion of saliva droplets during respiratory activities is one of the major factors in the spread of infections. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of protective face masks was essential to reduce the risk ... | Find, read and cite all the research you need on Tech Science Press

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infection Control and Ventilation Infrared Thermography in Medicine Thermography and Photoacoustic Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer
Volume
24
Issue
1
Pages
1–10
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN