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Simulation Study on the Influence of Fire Partition on Curtain Wall Temperature in Super High-Rise Buildings in China

open access: yesComplexity, 2021
The poor fire resistance characteristic of super high-rise curtain wall makes the curtain wall design one of the main approaches to improve its capacity for prevention and control over fire and smoke spread. The propagation of smoke leads to the increase
Tongtong Zhang, Di Cao
doaj   +1 more source

Simulation par la méthode SPH de l'interaction d'une onde solitaire avec un brise-lames de type rideau [PDF]

open access: yes, 2005
An incompressible Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) method is put forward to simulate non-linear and dispersive solitary wave reflection and transmission characteristics after interacting with a partially immersed curtain-type breakwater.
Shao, Songdong
core   +1 more source

Compare the difference of architecture design in Hong Kong and Penang – Exterior wall

open access: yesHBRC Journal, 2015
This research focuses on the exterior wall of architecture design of Hong Kong and Penang, it also analyzes how light pollution affects human life. As we know, Hong Kong prefers to use steel to build skyscrapers and middle or high rise buildings. However,
Liu Wen Tao
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of storage temperature and storage duration on biodiesel properties and characteristics [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Biodiesel based on vegetable oils offer the advantage being a sustainable and environmentally attractive alternative to conventional petroleum based fuel.
B., Manshoor   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Mechanical Properties of Recycled Concrete with Polypropylene Fiber and Its Bonding Performance with Rebars

open access: yesMedžiagotyra
This paper explores the influence of polypropylene fiber on the mechanical properties of recycled concrete and the bonding performance between recycled concrete and steel bars.
Shuping SUN   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Assessment on Embodied Energy of Non-Load Bearing Walls for Office Buildings

open access: yesBuildings, 2020
Two important factors that have been put in the limelight in the current age are environmental concerns and sustainable future. The building sector has emerged as an important player in this matter due to their contribution into the large share of ...
Sanaz Salehian   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Simulation of multi-deck medium temperature display cabinets with the integration of CFD and cooling coil models [PDF]

open access: yes, 2010
This is the post-print version of the final paper published in Applied Energy. The published article is available from the link below. Changes resulting from the publishing process, such as peer review, editing, corrections, structural formatting, and ...
A. Hadawey   +29 more
core   +1 more source

Experimental Study on the Dynamic Compressive Response of Sand with Respect to Relative Density and Water Content

open access: yesMedžiagotyra
This paper presents the findings of dynamic compression tests conducted on sand specimens utilizing a Æ 100 mm Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) apparatus. The study aims to investigate the dynamic response characteristics of sand with varying relative
Shuping SUN   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Multifunctional Bio‐Based Packaging for Perishable Foods: Structural Design, Scalable Fabrication, and Versatile Applications

open access: yesAdvanced Materials, EarlyView.
An overview of design principles and scalable fabrication strategies for multifunctional bio‐based packaging. Radiative cooling films, modified‐atmosphere films/membranes, active antimicrobial/antioxidant platforms, intelligent optical/electrochemical labels, and superhydrophobic surfaces are co‐engineered from material chemistry to mesoscale structure
Lei Zhang   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of Strategies to Improve the Thermal Performance of Steel Frames in Curtain Wall Systems

open access: yesEnergies, 2016
Recently, metal curtain wall systems have been widely used in high-rise buildings due to many advantages, including being lightweight, rapid construction, and aesthetic features.
Ji Hyun Oh, Hyun Jung Yoo, Sun Sook Kim
doaj   +1 more source

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