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Dynamic Thermal Adaptive Façades: A Comparative Review of Existing Taxonomies [PDF]
E3S Web of ConferencesThe development of adaptive façades with dynamic thermal behaviour represents a promising pathway to enhance building energy performance, particularly in Mediterranean climates.
Teixeira Joaquim +3 more
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Bio-inspired Parametric Design for Adaptive Stadium Façades
, 2014 The challenge of developing sustainable, adaptive architecture requires unconventional approaches to innovative knowledge about composition and dynamic interaction between building façades and environmental conditions. These approaches are often inspired
Dave, Bharat, Park, Jong Jin
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Energy Science &Engineering, EarlyView.This study explores the potential of solar PV and concentrating PV (CPV) technologies as sustainable energy solutions for Nigeria, highlighting their suitability in transitioning away from fossil fuels. By harnessing abundant solar resources, these technologies offer efficient, clean, and locally adaptable alternatives, supporting energy security ...
Sani Mohammed Lawal +4 more
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Geospatial analysis and living urban geometry [PDF]
, 2010 This essay outlines how to incorporate morphological rules within the exigencies of our technological age. We propose using the current evolution of GIS (Geographical Information Systems) technologies beyond their original representational domain ...
A.B. Jacobs +27 more
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Fire and Materials, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This research was conducted within the framework of project SI2.825082, funded by the European Commission—DG GROW. The project's objective was to finalise a European approach for assessing the fire performance of façades under medium and large fire exposure conditions.
Péter Tóth +7 more
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Smart and Multifunctional Materials and their possible application in façade systems
Journal of Facade Design and Engineering, 2018 Today’s society needs to face challenging targets relating to environment and energy efficiency, and therefore the development of efficient façade systems is essential.
Miren Juaristi +3 more
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Emerging Perovskite Solar Cells for Building‐Integrated Photovoltaic Applications
Information &Functional Materials, EarlyView.In this review, we discuss technological approaches of perovskite solar cells that are highly compatible with the requirements of building‐integrated photovoltaic applications, including semi‐transparent, colorful, and flexible perovskite solar cells.
Yongke Liang +4 more
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Exploring the potential of Smart and Multifunctional Materials in Adaptive Opaque Facade Systems
Journal of Facade Design and Engineering, 2018 Climate Adaptive Facades are considered promising breakthroughs for the reduction of energy consumption, as energy exchange is enabled when the weather conditions offer benefits instead of threats.
Miren Juaristi +3 more
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PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.The increasing demand for sustainable food production requires innovative solutions that balance productivity, resource efficiency, and environmental impact. Vertical Farming Systems (VFSs) offer a promising approach; however, their high energy consumption remains challenging.
Alessio Dessì +11 more
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Stone masonry buildings: shaking table testing and advanced methods of analysis [PDF]
, 2011 The paper presents the main results of experimental tests concerning the reduction of the seismic vulnerability of stone masonry buildings with flexible floors. Two mock-ups (original condition and repaired) were tested in a 3D shaking table.
Lourenço, Paulo B. +4 more
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