Air infiltration and related building energy consumption: A case study of office buildings in Changsha, China

Past studies reveal that air infiltration through the building envelope and its impact on the indoor environment and energy consumption are significantly influenced by climate characteristics. However, little relevant information is available for buildings in southern China, where the building design traditionally follows a philosophy of...

Kinetic Thin Glass Façade: A study on the feasibility of a water- and airtight kinetic façade with a bending-active thin glass element

With the rapid development of research and production techniques, the construction industry shifts increasingly towards more demanding and ambitious projects. As a consequence, new types of use for traditional building materials emerge to create more prestigious buildings. As a relatively new product, ultra-thin glass constitutes a promising...