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Team-based questioning battles in construction and building engineering educational environments: a useful tool for engaging active learning in the classroom
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-09-02)
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Open AccessThis manuscript presents a comprehensive exploration of an innovative active learning approach implemented in a Master’s Degree in Construction Engineering program. The pedagogical intervention involved a series of competitive ... -
Optimizing pervious concrete with machine learning: Predicting permeability and compressive strength using artificial neural networks
(2024-09-13)
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Open AccessThis study makes a significant contribution to the field of pervious concrete by using machine learning to innovatively predict both mechanical and hydraulic performance. Unlike existing methods that rely on labor-intensive ... -
A new multi-method decision framework for anchor selection and tenant mix allocation optimisation in shopping malls
(2024-12)
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Open AccessThe increasing urbanisation and fast-paced lifestyle have heightened the importance of shopping malls in retail industry, altering traditional shopping patterns by designing efficient space and optimise time of shoppers. ... -
Analyzing the implementation of predictive control systems and application of stored data in non-residential buildings
(2024-08-22)
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Open AccessIn non-residential buildings, building energy management systems (BEMS) and the application of data hold significant promise in reducing energy consumption. Nevertheless, BEMS have different levels of complexity, benefit, ... -
Predictive modelling of cooling consumption in nursing homes using artificial neural networks: implications for energy efficiency and thermal comfort
(Elsevier, 2024-12)
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Open AccessThe growing need for cooling within the built environment, propelled by climate change and the expansion of nursing homes due to the increase in life expectancy, highlights the urgency of implementing energy-efficient ... -
Model predictive control for managing indoor air quality levels in buildings
(Elsevier, 2024-12)
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Open AccessIn recent years, stricter regulations aimed at improving indoor air quality have led to increased energy consumption in ventilation systems. This is particularly noticeable in the service sector, where high occupancy ... -
Achieving sustainable goals using an effective budget-allocation multicriteria mives model: case study of a Spanish water utility company
(Springer, 2024-06-11)
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Open AccessWithin the global sustainability agenda, companies must align their operations with specific Sustainable Goals (SGs) and develop corresponding budgeting strategies. This paper presents a robust multicriteria decision-making ... -
Improving the thermal comfort model for students in naturally ventilated schools: Insights from a holistic study in the Mediterranean climate
(Elsevier, 2024-06)
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Open AccessThe thermal comfort models defined in existing standards are usually ineffective in predicting students' mean thermal sensation. Accordingly, overheating and overcooling are frequently reported, which affect students’ ... -
Energy savings in buildings applying ASHRAE 55 and regional adaptive thermal comfort models
(2024-05)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyThe building sector plays an important role in energy performance and energy poverty. Decarbonization policies aims to reducing the energy consumption of the built environment, especially using HVAC systems better. Some ... -
Estimation of children’s CO2 generation rates in naturally ventilated educational buildings
(Elsevier, 2024-06-01)
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Open AccessIndoor CO CO 2 2 concentration serves as an indicator of indoor air quality, which is mainly influenced by occupants’ generation rate, outdoor ventilation rate and outdoor CO 2 levels. Determining the CO 2 generation rate ... -
Parametric study on the decarbonization potential of structural system and concrete mix design choices for mid-rise concrete buildings
(2024-05)
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Open AccessMid-rise reinforced concrete buildings are projected to continue being the predominant typology for urban development. Thus, reducing the carbon footprint of such buildings is critical for achieving a sustainable built ... -
Introducing the comprehensive value function for sustainability full-spectrum assessment
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-04)
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Open AccessThis paper introduces the comprehensive value function, a novel framework designed to address multi-dimensional challenges in sustainability assessment within decision-making processes. Multi-criteria decision-making methods ...
