Journal of Architectural Engineering
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EISSN:1943-5568|ISSN:1076-0431|Disc:The Journal of Architectural Engineering is a multidisciplinary forum for dissemination of research- based engineering and technical information related to all aspects of building engineering design in the form of peer-reviewed technical papers, technical notes, and case studies. The scope of the journal’s topics include; acoustics, construction, construction management, controls, electrical engineering and systems, indoor environmental quality, lighting and daylighting, mechanical engineering and systems, rehabilitation of existing structures, structural assessment, structural engineering, and sustainable construction/design, in the context of building systems engineering. Innovative and multi-disciplinary studies promoting an integrated approach to planning, design, construction and operation of buildings are especially encouraged. The journal also welcomes papers on the topic of architectural engineering education|Priority:4|Publisher:American Society of Civil Engineers|
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Structural Timber System for Medium-to-Long Spans: The HB System Revisited
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)The evolution of long-span timber structures during the last centuries has been driven by technological developments that are associated with materials, joints, and manufacturing. Many extraordinary structural solutions ... -
Assessment of Natural Ventilation Techniques by Means of Measurements and Retrospective CFD Simulation on a Test Building
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)The study described here analyzed natural ventilation techniques, operated in a real building in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to assist passive cooling. The assessment has been conducted by comparing digital simulation ... -
Sustainability Analysis of Hollow Concrete Blocks Manufactured Using Recycled Concrete Aggregate and Fly Ash as an Eco-Friendly Construction Component
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)The present study focuses on the innovative technique for making rectangular and circular hollow concrete blocks using fly ash (FA) and recycled concrete aggregates (RCA). The feasibility of employing RCA in conjunction ... -
Experimental Evaluation of a Retrofitted Extensive Green Roof Module on a Sloping GI Sheet Roof in a Humid Subtropical Climate
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)Green roofing technologies have been developed and implemented worldwide as they bring with them thermal, hydrological, and environmental benefits, especially in urbanized areas. Many studies have been conducted to investigate ... -
Multicriterion Decision-Support Model for Selecting the Appropriate Delivery Method in Sustainable Construction Projects
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Selecting the appropriate delivery method is of paramount importance, especially in sustainable construction projects that have unique characteristics that are different from their traditional counterparts. A new ... -
Impact of Virtual Learning on Architectural Engineering and Education: The Pandemic Lockdown in Saudi Arabia
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)Owing to the recent global emergence of COVID-19 and its effects on education, particularly in Saudi Arabia, schools in the Kingdom have adopted online virtual learning styles. This is a quick reaction to the government’s ... -
A Virtual Supply Airflow Rate Sensor Based on Original Equipment Manufacturer Data for Rooftop Air Conditioners
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)The supply airflow rate is crucial for monitoring, controlling, and detecting faults in rooftop air conditioner units (RTUs). However, the cost and intrusiveness of a supply airflow rate sensor (SARS) make it difficult to ... -
Model-Based Demand Control Ventilation for a Gun Range
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)Gun ranges in the United States are underinvestigated regarding indoor air quality (IAQ) and energy efficiency. Navy Environmental Health Center (NEHC), National Guard Bureau (NGB), and Air Force Civil Engineer Support ... -
Flexural Behavior of Composite Ultrahigh-Performance Concrete Sandwich Wall Panels
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Ultrahigh-performance concrete (UHPC) is a new class of concrete with far superior mechanical and durability properties compared to conventional concrete. Recently, its use has been growing in both civil and architectural ... -
Effect of Different Types of Paint on the Hygrothermal Behavior of Facade-Rendering Mortars in Brazil
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Facade-rendering mortars and their painting layers are constantly exposed to weather and, therefore, influence the hygrothermal behavior of buildings. The characterization and assessment of coating materials is fundamental, ... -
Housing Development through the BIM Methodology to Reach the Powerhouse Standard by Applying Rammed-Earth Techniques and Solar Energy
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)As cities and economies grow, energy demands also grow, especially in developing countries, given the material production, construction, and operational processes of buildings and cities. Since the recent Powerhouse standard ... -
Computational Design of an Extreme Livable Lightweight Environment on Mars
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Space exploration fosters great strides in research and provides innovative solutions that contribute to advancements in different fields. The discipline of space architecture represents the connecting point where space ... -
Evaluation of Noise Mitigation by Different Materials and Balcony Configurations in Urban Street Canyon Facades: Casework in Aburrá Valley, Colombia
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)The following work evaluates the acoustic performance of different sound-absorbing materials and balcony configurations used in the facades of urban street canyons in the Valle de Aburrá (AV) Colombia. The main insertion ... -
Automated Basement Car Park Design: Impact of Design Factors on Static Capacity
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Car parks are essential for every new development, but they often result in inefficient use of space. To save space, basement car parks are adopted. However, their capacity is limited by the building footprint and immovable ... -
Parametric Design and Assessment of 3D Printable Open Noise Barrier: Device Customization to Protect Buildings from Train Brake Noise
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Three-dimensional (3D) printing applied in architectural engineering is profoundly changing building technologies and construction processes. Indeed, the wide scope of metamaterials and components manufactured with 3D ... -
Geometric Definition of Transformable Surfaces with Homogeneous ABC Reciprocal Meshes
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Reciprocal frame structures are nonhierarchical stable systems formed by elements that are simply connected to each other by tangency with no interpenetration. They are systems composed of elementary spatial self-supporting ... -
Daylight Illuminance Data Measurement and Processing for a Physical Scale Model
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)Continual two-year measurements of daylight illuminance were performed in order to evaluate the daylighting of a model room. The key research idea was to study room orientation and its effect on daylight availability by ... -
Optimizing Solar Panel Placement through Passive Architectural Design
(ASCE, 2023/12/01)Traditional wisdom has dictated that in the Northern Hemisphere, residential rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems should be facing true south when possible to maximize energy production. However, an abundance of south-facing ... -
Architectural and Structural Engineering of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Mental Health Institutions and Psychiatric Hospitals with Respect to Fire Causes and Mitigation Strategies
(ASCE, 2023/12/01)This paper sheds light on civil facilities that are home to the underrepresented and overlooked population with mental illnesses. More specifically, this paper examines the primary architectural engineering features of ... -
Exploring Critical Risk Factors in Volumetric Modular Construction: Fault Tree Analysis with Stakeholders' Perspectives on Probability and Impact
(ASCE, 2023/12/01)Numerous benefits are delivered by the utilization of volumetric modular construction (VMC); however, it carries unique risks at different project stages, which is one of the significant reasons for its low adoption. To ...