本文探讨了酒店开放式阳台中庭所带来的生命安全问题。讨论了当前的代码要求。制定了缓解火灾和烟雾危险的一般方法，并详细研究了包含空调系统和辅助风扇系统的具体设计。引文:研讨会，ASHRAE交易，1983年，第89卷，pt。华盛顿特区2B。

This paper examines the life-safety problems presented by open-balcony atriums in hotels. Current code requirements are discussed. A general approach is developed to mitigate the fire and smoke dangers and a specific design incorporating the air-conditioning system and supplemental fan systems is examined in detail.