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Showing 1 to 14 of 14 for “"Building Science"”.
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Building science through topology optimization
… to design the structural systems of high-rise buildings. For instance, after the overall shape and location of the perimeter columns of the building are known, topology optimization can be used to design the internal structural system, while concurrently sizing the members. Moreover, while …
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Climate and Energy Use in Glazed Spaces
… from small glazed verandas to large atrium buildings have become a common feature in architecture. A glazed space is greatly affected by aspects of the outside climate such as insolation and temperature. In the design of such spaces, more sophisticated design tools are therefore required in …
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A Human-Centered Approach for the Design of Perimeter Office Spaces Based on Visual Environment Criteria
… human comfort has been in the scope of Building science; the necessity to improve occupants’ satisfaction, along with maintaining sustainability has become apparent, as productivity and even the well-being of occupants are connected with maintaining a pleasant environment in the …
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Architecture theory, 1960-1980 : emergence of a computational perspective
… of the British physicist Desmond Bernal's building science research and the British avant-garde movement on Martin's work. This thesis also presents reflections on how best to use computation in architecture.
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Natural Rhythms and Temporal Perception - Visualization of Sunlight Patterns with Energy Monitoring
… architecture, engineering, psychology, and building science during the design of an architectural intervention for an interior workspace known as the Sandbox, at Virginia Tech. The design proposal includes skylights that combine Photovoltaic-integrated glazing with LED lighting to create …
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Beyond the Bioclimatic Chart: An Automated Simulation-Based Method for Assessing Natural Ventilation and Passive Design Potential
Technological advancements in the building industry have significantly transformed climate and comfort control in buildings. This allows for air conditioning in deserts and heating in the Arctic, ensuring occupant comfort. This innovation, however, has contributed to a homogenization in …
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Energy Efficiency in Residential Buildings in Mozambique - Measurements and Simulations
… and tools concerning energy efficiency in buildings. The aim of this work is to contribute to a framework of knowledge and tools that can improve the energy efficiency in buildings, which in turn can lead to better use of natural resources, better indoor comfort in residential buildings and …
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Thermal models of buildings : determination of temperatures, heating and cooling loads : theories, models and computer programs
… or cooling load and energy requirements for buildings arises in many stages of a buildings life cycle, e.g. at the early layout stage, during the design of a building and for energy retrofitting planning. Other purposes are to meat the authorities requirements given in building codes. All …
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Parametric Analysis and Life Cycle Cost Assessment for Optimizing PCM Application in Exterior Walls in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
… environmental impact as part of Vision 2030. The building sector has high energy consumption, particularly due to elevated cooling demands, which make up 70% of residential energy use. This is largely caused by uninsulated thermal mass and subsidized electricity rates. In addition, Vision 2030's …
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A critical analysis of the passive house standard for the climates of the United States
"A ""passive house"" is a building that ""can provide the necessary heating, cooling, and dehumidification through supply air ventilation"" (Schneiders 2009). This study demonstrates that when using current technologies and practices, the functional definition of passive house as defined above by …
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A study of progression and retention in higher education: the search for an eclectic theoretical framework
… certain subject areas, especially the areas of science and technology.<br/><br/>The aim of the study is to explore the various manifestations of 'failure', including: voluntary withdrawal, academic referral and underachievement. A specific scheme run by the School of the Built Environment (now …
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to world-build engulfed within the undulation - withdrawn yet prevalent
Práce se zabývá vývojem procesu tvorby fikčního světa podle předurčených schémat a pravidel, analýzou jeho vznikající interní topologie a následnou prezentací vytvořeného světa divákovi skrze instalaci inspirovanou nelineárními strukturami gamebooků.
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Investigating the relationships of project performance measures with the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
… of project performance with the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) in the construction industry have not been decisively investigated. The potential effect of the technology and strategy on industry operations underscores the need for …