There is currently an explosion of research on microsensor and wireless network technology, and methods of discerning structural state from such data. Besides the inherent interest in such fascinating technology, the question remains as to why an owner, operator, or user of the built environment should care. The construction industry is now adopting new types of contracting practice. Previously...

Hygrothermal mathematical models are commonly used to describe heat and moisture transfer in porous bio-based building construction materials. This allows evaluate their thermal insulation capacity, as well ability regulate external climatic conditions ensure indoor comfort for inhabitants. In this paper, a sensitivity analysis is performed on Kunzel's model, while it applied simulate the hygro...

Saving energy while maintaining a high-quality internal environment is an increasingly important scientific and technological challenge in the building sector. This paper presents results from long-term study on thermal comfort passive house situated south of Poland. The was constructed 2010 with use prefabricated, lightweight technology. main source ground heat pump which powers floor heating ...