Development and prototyping of an integrated 3D-printed façade for thermal regulation in complex geometries

Currently, several research projects investigate Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology as possible construction method for future buildings. AM methods have some advantages over other production processes, such as great freedom of form, shape complexity, scale and material use. These characteristics are relevant for façade applications, which...

Developing an integrated 3D-printed façade with complex geometries for active temperature control

Additive manufacturing (AM) technology is currently being investigated as possible construction method for future buildings. AM methods have advantages over other production processes, such as great freedom of form, shape complexity, scale and material use. Because the freedom in geometric complexity applies also to the inner part of the...

Assisting the development of innovative responsive façade elements using building performance simulation

Thermal mass is usually positively associated with energy efficiency and thermal comfort in buildings. However, the slow response of heavyweight constructions is not beneficial at all times, as these dynamic effects may actually also increase heating and cooling energy demand during intermittent operation or can cause unwanted discomfort. This...

The spongy skin: The potentials of AM methods in cellular structures

This graduation project is researching the additive manufacturing and the potentials it can gives in designing and producing complex geometries that with conventional production methods it would have been restrictive to do.In addition how these complex geometries like cellular structures can provide good thermal performance and additional...