The main focus of this study was the effect of a full blast wave on lightweight nonstructural components, such as window glazing. Both the positive and negative phases of the blast pulse were considered. Previously, structural analysis models considered only the positive phase of the blast load. The structural response is defined by the peak positive and negative values of the pressure, the dur...

A methodology has been developed for the multiobjective optimization of the refurbishment of domestic building stock on a regional scale. The approach is based on the decomposition of the problem into two stages: first to find the energy-cost trade-off for individual houses, and then to apply it tomultiple houses. The approach has been applied to 759 dwellings using buildings data from a survey...

Data collected as a part of a survey on radon concentrations from about 40 000 dwellings in England for six contrasting geological units were analysed to evaluate the impact of house-specific factors (building characteristics and construction dates) and of proximity to geological boundaries. After adjusting for temperature and outdoor radon, geological unit, house type, double glazing and date ...

The building sector greatly contributes to energy consumption and Greenhouse Gas emissions, relating the whole life cycle. Boasting a huge heritage of historical architectural value, Europe faces challenging retrofit perspectives, as potential for high efficiency has be exploited while preserving buildings’ original characteristics. present work aims feature influence passive strategy on in mil...

Wind loading and windborne debris (missile) impact are the two primary mechanisms that result in window glazing damage during hurricanes. Wind-borne debris is categorized into two types: small hard missiles; such as roof gravel; and large soft missiles representing lumber from wood-framed buildings. Laminated architectural glazing (LAG) may be used in buildings where impact resistance is needed...

High-rise glazing systems are among the most important components affecting energy efficiency. Through lens of Life Cycle Assessment, glass has always been an unlikely material for large buildings due to its considerable consumption throughout pre-use and post-use phases. Moreover, use high-tech materials a negative impact on environment. Therefore, present study aims assess comparative life cy...

With the aim to increase today's low retrofitting rate and thus decrease currently rising energy consumption of building sector, this work proposes a novel renovation concept for schools. Therefore, two components, double skin facade (DSF) diffuse ceiling ventilation (DCV), are combined with an exhaust system, providing alternative traditional where windows replaced, external wall is insulated ...

This article presents the results of economic and energy analysis operation five types windows in residential buildings. The aim this study was to determine (a) what extent construction various insulation parameters affect operating costs buildings, when using different heating systems, (b) significant cost purchasing with better is compensated by lower building (heating lifecycle windows), (c)...

The objective of this paper is to assess the capability of existing lighting simulation methods to predict the performance of complex fenestration systems, which are becoming a commonly used component in buildings construction domain. A specific experimental protocol was conducted to collect reliable reference data based on illuminance measurements inside a black box with (and without) one comp...