Journal of Building Performance Simulation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 30
Published: Nov. 29, 2024
This
study
proposes
a
concept
and
workflow
for
solar,
context-adaptive
reusable
facades.
Integrating
solar
control
with
parametric
facade
design,
the
uses
radiation
to
inform
modules
variable
openness
or
properties
(e.g.
frit
cover),
enabling
envelopes
adapt
urban
context
changes
while
promoting
circularity.
The
method
was
tested
through
simulations,
assessing
daylight,
glare,
energy
circularity
in
changing
scenarios.
A
Solar
Circularity
Indicator
(SCI)
introduced
track
façade
alterations
reuse.
In
100m
new
obstruction
scenario,
79%
of
were
maintained,
29%
altered
reused,
yielding
an
85%
SCI.
Sunlight
Autonomy
metrics
aligned
well
Re-design
improved
Spatial
Daylight
by
up
4%
minimal
increase
(<1%).
Our
solution
provided
2%
more
useful
daylight
(100–3000lux)
than
glazed
facades
11%
less
glare.
provides
framework
circular,
performance-based
designs
that
preserve
aesthetics
adaptability.
Journal of Composites Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
9(1), P. 9 - 9
Published: Jan. 2, 2025
In
this
study,
the
authors
conducted
a
comprehensive
review
of
scientific
and
technical
literature
in
field
heat
transfer
outdoor
enclosures
with
an
air
layer
composite
material,
reviewing
effect
solar
radiation
on
these
areas.
The
problem
was
carried
out
both
at
national
scale
Republic
Kazakhstan
international
level.
It
found
that
impressive
number
scientists
are
involved
topic,
which
is
confirmed
by
recent
reviews,
analyzed
more
than
2700
relevant
reports.
also
reviewed
chronology
development
hinged
facade
systems
made
material
scale.
Following
review,
critical
analysis
most
appropriate
works,
where
contradictions
discrepancies
results
were
found.
Taking
into
account
circumstances,
proposed
to
investigate
effects
climatic
parameters
considering
barometric
pressure.
Using
regularity
ideal
gas
equation,
dependences
change
volume
(air)
when
exposed
temperature
loads
influence
pressure
determined.
obtained
will
elucidate
future
research
directions
can
be
taken
further
studies
fences
territorial
terrain.
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(23), P. 10979 - 10979
Published: Nov. 26, 2024
Energy-efficient,
adaptive,
affordable
and
durable
curtain
wall
systems
have
always
attracted
great
interest
among
the
scientific
technical
communities.
In
this
regard,
purpose
of
work
was
to
conduct
a
comprehensive
review
issues
related
energy-efficient
adaptive
dynamic
facades,
taking
into
account
their
operating
loads,
revealing
diversity
studies
conducted
in
area.
The
literature
carried
out
three
stages.
For
all
stages,
period
2001–2024.
first
stage,
traditional
facade
conducted,
which
emphasized
relevance
area,
identifying
total
4338
sources.
second
specific
issues,
such
as
systems,
yielded
2838
sources,
from
87
most
suitable
sources
were
selected.
third
focusing
on
issue
loads
741
works,
43
At
same
time,
pie
charts
reflecting
active
international
journals
compiled
for
each
building
could
provide
significant
assistance
further
research
specified
issues.
As
researchers
mainly
focus
environmental
friendliness
cost-effectiveness,
they
often
neglect
systems’
resistance
represents
serious
deficiency.
identified
gap
development
facades
with
an
air
layer;
basis,
is
required.
selected
also
showed
that
energy
efficiency
sustainability,
operational
not
been
addressed
combination;
rather,
only
individually.
shows
proposed
system
external
fencing
be
relevant,
both
nationally
internationally,
depending
natural
climatic
conditions
territory
buildings
are
designed.
Energies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(15), P. 3826 - 3826
Published: Aug. 2, 2024
Net-zero
energy
building
(NZEB),
an
initiative
to
address
conservation
and
emission
reduction,
has
received
widespread
attention
worldwide.
This
study
aims
systematically
explore
recent
challenges
in
NZEB
retrofit
research
through
a
mixed-method
approach
provide
recommendations
future
directions.
A
review
of
106
documents
(2020–2024)
retrieved
from
the
Web
Science
Scopus
databases
found
that
globalization
is
unstoppable.
Assessment
methods
are
diverse,
ranging
modeling
efficiency
(using
different
software
such
as
DesignBuilder
7.0,
PVsyst
7.4,
EnergyPlus
24.1.0,
etc.)
multi-attribute
decision-making
(e.g.,
DEMATEL-AHP/ANP-VIKOR)
comparative
analysis.
Current
assessment
metrics
dominated
by
economic
benefits
net
present
value,
dynamic
payback
period,
total
operating
cost)
consumption
electricity
generation),
with
less
consideration
environmental
impacts
carbon
reduction),
well
comfort
thermal
indoor
comfort).
The
current
mainly
include
“Low
feasibility
retrofitting”,
“Building
code
irrationality”,
“Insufficient
understanding,
communication,
trust
between
stakeholders”.
To
overcome
these
challenges,
also
proposes
framework
strategies
them,
including
(1)
maximizing
natural
space,
(2)
introducing
tenant
equity
system,
(3)
upgrading
waste
management,
(4)
strengthening
monitoring,
(5)
establishing
complete
life
cycle
mechanisms,
(6)
providing
systemic
solutions;
(7)
promoting
use
low-carbon
materials,
(8)
increasing
policy
support.
Edelweiss Applied Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
9(1), P. 801 - 845
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
The
essential
need
to
mitigate
carbon
emissions
has
brought
the
energy
performance
of
building
sector
into
focus.
Conventional
static
façades,
which
are
unable
adapt
dynamic
external
conditions,
often
compromise
efficiency
and
occupant
comfort.
In
contrast,
adaptive
façades
present
a
groundbreaking
opportunity
transform
design
by
responding
dynamically
environmental
stimuli,
optimizing
consumption,
enhancing
indoor
conditions.
This
paper
explores
recent
advancements
in
façade
systems,
emphasizing
their
potential
improve
thermal
comfort,
daylight
performance,
most
efficiency.
addition,
this
highlights
transformative
role
quantum
smart
materials
advancing
sustainable
design.
Overall,
underscores
using
practices,
offering
architects,
researchers,
designers
roadmap
for
integrating
innovative
energy-efficient
solutions
built
environment.
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(6), P. 2377 - 2377
Published: March 8, 2025
The
literature
on
belitic
cement
reveals
adequate
properties
for
use
in
mortars:
increased
workability,
greater
strength,
durability,
and
a
significant
reduction
the
temperature
of
clinker
synthesis.
Therefore,
this
material
has
great
potential
minimizing
negative
environmental
impact
caused
by
industry.
scarcity
natural
resources
been
major
problem,
valorization
industrial
waste
could
be
an
alternative
production
cement.
characterization
by-products
investigated
to
improve
mortar
performance.
presented
systematic
mapping
aims
identify
innovative
studies
methods
using
incorporated
into
Initially,
150
articles
were
identified
and,
after
filtering
inclusion
exclusion
criteria,
65
selected.
Six
different
types
diverse
formulations
used.
results
indicated
that
10.7%
(7/65)
analyzed
performance
cement,
83%
(54/65)
used
formulation,
15.3%
(10/65)
based
composition,
33.8%
(22/65)
reported
sinthetization
clinkers
was
less
than
1350
°C,
revealing
low
energy
CO2
emissions
during
clinkers.
Civil and Environmental Engineering,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 16, 2025
Abstract
Inefficient
building
façades
pose
a
significant
challenge
in
modern
architectural
design,
often
leading
to
poor
indoor
comfort,
increased
energy
consumption,
and
negative
environmental
impacts.
This
research
addresses
the
pressing
problem
of
optimizing
façade
designs
improve
quality
while
reducing
demands.
The
primary
goal
this
study
is
investigate
relationship
between
various
characteristics
such
as
materials,
colour,
texture,
orientation
their
effects
on
comfort
efficiency.
hypothesis
posits
that
an
integrated
approach
design
can
significantly
enhance
thermal
regulation,
natural
lighting,
acoustic
performance,
thus
fostering
more
comfortable
environment.
To
test
hypothesis,
employs
mixed-methods
approach,
incorporating
quantitative
data
from
field
qualitative
insights
comprehensive
questionnaires
distributed
occupants.
Key
findings
reveal
specific
strategies,
including
strategic
orientation,
optimized
use
light,
thoughtful
material
selection,
lead
notable
improvements
air
circulation,
noise
control.
For
instance,
buildings
with
south-facing
utilize
high-performance
glazing
effectively
harness
solar
for
heating
minimizing
glare.
Additionally,
incorporation
green
roofs
living
walls
has
been
shown
insulation
reduce
pollution.
underscores
critical
need
architects
designers
prioritize
analysis
processes.
By
doing
so,
they
create
energy-efficient,
aesthetically
pleasing,
environments
respond
evolving
climate
challenges.
Ultimately,
advocates
integration
scientific
principles
innovative
approaches
practice,
promoting
sustainability
occupant
well-being.
