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Multi-objective optimisation of building design variables and its impact on office building performance: a case for Ghana by Adjei, Eunice Akyereko

“…The optimised computer simulation single wall layer building design model was achieved using optimum low transmittance building fabrics, optimum internal conditions and low chilled beam technology. 4. …”
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Energy efficient strategies for the building envelope of residential tall buildings in Saudi Arabia by Ghabra, Noura

“…The energy demand in the oil- dependent Gulf countries in general and in Saudi Arabia in particular has been increasing sharply in the last decades as a result of the diversification plans. Tall building construction, associated with many environmental and ecological challenges, played an essential role in these plans, as a mean to attract new economies based on global placemaking and international tourism. …”
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The impact of wind on the building airtightness measurement using the Pulse Technique by Hsu, Yun-Sheng

“…The numerical work visually and statistically demonstrated how the pressure uniformly distributes across the internal spaces during the Pulse test. Based on the numerical simulations, the meteorological wind speed limit for the Pulse measurement with RPD <±10% was below 6m/s, which is in line with the wind speed limit for the fan pressurisation method stated in the ISO 9972:2015 standard (Thermal performance of buildings-Determination of air permeability of buildings-Fan pressurisation method). …”
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Developing an Enhanced Virtual Reality Simulation Capability for the Coal Mining Industry by Stothard, Phillip

“…Core project aims were to, Build and maintain an internal module building capability, Use off the shelf software and hardware, Produce photo-realistic simulations Have in place a sustainable commercial footing for the long term development of immersive, interactive simulations at the end of the project (or be very close to achieving this).The benefits of VR simulation are described in earlier VR simulation projects funded by Coal Services that have demonstrated that immersive, interactive VR simulations provide for more effective education, training and assessment in OH&S (Fowler et al 2005).The project aims were to immerse trainees in a multitude of realistic mining environments and engage the trainees during the simulation session. …”
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High-powered electric motorcycle integrated performance studies by Flanagan, Louis

“…The work in this thesis builds and validates a full vehicle model of a modern high-performance electric motorcycle. …”
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Ventilation characteristics of buildings incorporating different configurations of curved roofs and wind catchers: (with reference to human comfort) by Asfour, Omar S.M.

“…This study investigates the effect of utilising different configurations of curved roofs and wind catchers on natural ventilation performance of buildings. It compares airflow rates and internal airflow velocity and distribution, before and after, employing domed and vaulted roofs for wind-induced natural ventilation and, thus, thermal comfort improvement. …”
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The impact of adopting Additive Manufacturing on responsive supply chain performance by Alogla, Ageel

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Optimising the energy performance of the residential stock of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by retrofit measures by Alosaimi, Azzam

“…The KSA government has begun energy efficiency initiatives and policies that intend to reduce the residential energy demands via a series of regulations including Vision 2030 and the KSA building code. The regulations aim to assess the energy performance of residential buildings in order to lower the energy demands and greenhouse gas emissions to meet international carbon emissions requirements. …”
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Investigation of a novel heat pipe solar collector/CHP system by Zhao, Xudong

“…In the EU, about 40% of all energy consumed is associated with buildings and of this, about 60% is utilised in the housing sector. …”
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Evaluating ventilation for thermal comfort in two classrooms types in Malaysian secondary classrooms by Faraj, Lilas, Ja’afar, Mohamad Fakri Zaky, Shari, Zalina

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Characterising natural ventilation through open windows in the presence of wind: a theoretical and experimental investigation into the interaction between window geometry and envir... by Sharpe, Patrick

“…When envelope flow models are applied to building design, inadequate accounting for phenomena relating to wind and opening geometry can lead to under-sized ventilation openings and under-performing buildings. …”
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Enhanced gas condensate recovery by CO2 injection by Al-Abri, Abdullah S.

“…The study also investigates the performance of various reservoir fluid thermodynamic conditions, injection design variables, and economic recovery factors associated with CO2 injection.Condensate recovery was found to be a strong function of CO2 injection pressure (and thus IFT), displacement flow rate, injection gas composition as well as phase behaviour and fluid properties. …”
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