Abstract: In the United States, commercial buildings consume 18% of the total primary energy, which is predicted to increase by 1.2% per year from 2006 to 2030 due to population and economic growth. Windows in commercial buildings ...

Abstract: Because of the up-front costs of add-on solar collection systems, the cost-effectiveness of solar energy is still in doubt. Building integrated solar thermal systems may improve the cost-effectiveness of add-on collection ...

Abstract: Construction remains a male-dominated industry, with women underrepresented both numerically and hierarchically. However, the growing shortage of construction professionals and skilled workers can be addressed by engaging ...

Abstract: The objective of this study is to evaluate a new generation of self-healing materials that hold promise for better durability and performance. The in situ polymerization method was used to develop double-walled microcapsules. ...

Abstract: The use of nanosized titanium dioxide in photocatalytic pavements is a promising approach to combat air pollution. Past research focused on the effects of environmental and operational parameters on photocatalytic efficiency ...

Abstract: Increases in fossil fuel usage and energy consumption have become important issues in most countries of the world. Recent statistics show that the building sector is the main contributor to the world total energy consumption, ...

Abstract: The ability of titanium dioxide (

Abstract: The use of titanium dioxide (

Abstract: Considerable interest has been directed in recent years toward the use of self-healing materials in concrete. The concept of microcapsule healing is based on a healing agent being encapsulated and embedded in the concrete. ...