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Analysis of the Odor Levels at the Closest Receptors Depending on the Stack Terminal Types

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09 January 2025

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Abstract
This paper presents the results of a numerical analysis for evaluating the effects of different stack terminal configurations on the odor levels estimated at the receptors located close to the plant. Stack terminals may be of different types, for example vertical unobstructed, vertical with rain cap, horizontal, gooseneck or with any slope with respect to the vertical. The analysis has been performed with the LAPMOD dispersion model, which adopts a numerical plume rise scheme capable to simulate releases with any orientation. Two different sites have been considered, both located in northern Italy, one with almost flat orography, and one with relatively complex orography. The results show that the choice of the stack terminal has important effects on the odor levels predicted at the closest receptors.
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Environmental and Earth Sciences  -   Pollution
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