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High-rise buildings, characterized by extensive glazed façades and substantial energy demands, present both challenges and opportunities for photovoltaic (PV) integration. The concept of multifunctional PV-windows combines power generation with shading functionalities, enabling efficient utilization of façade surfaces while enhancing energy efficiency. This research explores novel PV-window prototypes, aiming to bridge the performance gap between architectural adaptability and conventional photovoltaic modules. Design and Development of PV-Window Prototypes Two PV-window prototypes were engineered to address both architectural and electrical performance. The prototypes incorporated adjustable louvers to balance daylighting, shading, and solar harvesting. Material selection was varied between aluminium alloy and carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) to evaluate their influence on energy efficiency, structural integrity, and adaptability in building envelope systems. Electrical Circ...

  Unlock the Power of Nano-Reinforced Cement for Smart & Energy-Efficient Construction Modern construction demands strong, durable, and energy-efficient materials . While traditional cement provides structural integrity, it often falls short in thermal management and electrical conductivity . Enter nano-reinforced cement — a revolutionary solution using Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs) and Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) to transform ordinary concrete into smart, multifunctional building materials . What is Nano-Reinforced Cement? Nano-reinforced cement involves incorporating advanced nanomaterials into cement matrices to enhance mechanical strength, durability, and functional performance . MWCNTs and GNPs improve load transfer , crack bridging , and introduce thermal and electrical conductivity , making them ideal for smart construction applications. How Nano-Inclusions Enhance Cement Properties Adding CNTs and graphene nanoplatelets significantly improves the ...

The design of extrusion nozzles in 3D concrete printing plays a crucial role in determining the printability and mechanical properties of cementitious composites. Recent industrial and scientific advancements have focused on optimizing nozzle geometry to enhance filament deposition, reduce clogging, and improve overall structural performance. This study investigates rectangular nozzles ranging from 3 mm to 10 mm in thickness and examines their influence on the mechanical behavior of Ultra-High Performance Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composites (UHP-SHCC). Understanding the relationship between nozzle design, fiber alignment, and mechanical performance is critical for advancing 3D concrete printing technology. Extrudability and Filament Formation Extrudability is a primary factor in 3D printing performance, and nozzle thickness directly impacts the ease with which UHP-SHCC filaments are deposited. As nozzle thickness decreases, the risk of clogging increases, particularly when fiber c...

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  Have you ever wondered how buildings can stay cool in summer and warm in winter without consuming tons of energy? Enter Phase Change Materials (PCMs) . These innovative materials act like thermal batteries, storing and releasing heat to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. When integrated into building components like façades, roofs, and windows, PCMs can drastically reduce energy demand while supporting sustainable building design. But there’s more to the story—let’s dive in! How PCM Systems Boost Energy Performance Studies show that buildings using PCM-assisted ventilation can save 7.7% to 32.8% on energy consumption. The key? Smart placement in building components and proper material selection. Imagine your walls, roof, and windows acting as silent energy savers, reducing the load on your air conditioners and heaters—PCM technology makes this possible! Keeping Indoor Temperatures Comfortable PCMs aren’t just about energy savings—they’re about comfort too. They can l...

  Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) is revolutionizing sustainable construction with its strength, versatility, and environmental benefits. Multi-storey CLT buildings, however, face challenges in lateral stability under wind and seismic forces. Recent research shows that perpendicular walls play a crucial role in improving structural stability, reducing lateral displacements, and efficiently distributing loads. Understanding Shear Walls and Perpendicular Interactions Shear walls are primary elements resisting lateral forces in CLT structures. This study highlights the synergistic effect of perpendicular walls , which share overturning forces and enhance the overall stiffness of the building. By analyzing hold-downs and wall-to-wall connections, researchers have quantified how perpendicular walls reduce stress on shear walls by up to 50%, contributing to safer and more resilient timber structures. Lateral Stiffness Gains Through Perpendicular Walls Through a combination of analytic...

The ability to quickly assess structural performance after seismic events is critical for maintaining urban functionality and preventing secondary damage. Traditional structural health monitoring (SHM) systems largely rely on accelerometer-based measurements, which often fail to detect subtle damage at the structural component level. This research focuses on addressing this gap by proposing a low-cost monitoring approach that integrates multi-point strain and acceleration measurements, providing a more detailed understanding of structural integrity under dynamic loading. Limitations of Conventional SHM Systems Conventional SHM approaches primarily use accelerometers to measure overall structural vibrations. While effective for capturing global structural behavior, these methods often overlook localized damage in key structural components, such as beams and columns. Minor shifts in bending, shear stiffness, or neutral axis positions are typically undetectable, emphasizing the need fo...

  🏆 Excellence in Innovation Award in Architecture celebrates groundbreaking ideas that redefine spaces, combine sustainability with creativity, and set new benchmarks in design. Recognizing visionary architects who turn concepts into inspiring, functional, and future-ready built environments.   ✨   Architecture Engineers Awards   🔗 Nominate now! 👉  https://architectureengineers.com/award-nomination/ecategory=Awards&rcategory=Awardee   🌐 Visit:  architectureengineers.com   📩 Contact:  contact@architectureengineers.com   #ArchitectureInnovation #DesignExcellence #FutureArchitecture #CreativeDesign #SustainableArchitecture #VisionaryArchitects #BuildingInnovation #InnovativeSpaces #AwardWinningDesign #ArchitecturalExcellence #DesignLeadership #SmartArchitecture #NextGenDesign #ArchitectsOfTomorrow #CuttingEdgeDesign #InnovativeStructures #DesignInspiration #ArchitectureAwards #ArchitecturalVision #CreativeArch...

The study reviews existing thermal assessment research in refugee shelters and analyses successful shelter designs in Jordan, Afghanistan, and South Sudan. By identifying the strategies that improved thermal comfort, material efficiency, and rapid deplorability, the research establishes design principles applicable to diverse climatic zones. The comparative analysis highlights gaps in current solutions, such as insufficient adaptability, limited use of local materials, and poor durability, guiding the development of a more optimized shelter design for long-term usability and sustainability. Design Concept of Makati Prototype The Makati shelter emphasizes incremental design , enabling modular construction that can be expanded or adjusted according to family size and site constraints. It is engineered to be thermally efficient , durable, and affordable, using locally available materials to ensure rapid deployment by unskilled labor. Parametric modeling is integrated into the design pr...

  The construction sector is undergoing a paradigm shift as it faces increasing pressure to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly those linked to upfront embodied carbon. With operational emissions gradually decreasing due to grid decarbonization, the focus has shifted toward emissions from materials and construction activities. Prefabrication has emerged as a promising approach to tackle this challenge, but its benefits remain underexplored due to the absence of reliable benchmarks and frameworks. This research introduces a BIM-integrated carbon accounting framework designed to address this gap, providing new insights into the sustainability of prefabricated steel-framed buildings. Significance of Embodied Carbon in Prefabricated Construction Embodied carbon has become a critical research area in architecture and construction, given its growing contribution to the built environment’s carbon footprint. While prefabrication offers clear advantages in reducing on-site ...