ASME Journal of Engineering for Sustainable Buildings and Cities: Recent submissions
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Enhancing Climate Resilience in Malaysian Cities: Barriers and Strategies for Sustainable Urban Development in Malaysia
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. As climate change intensifies, Malaysian cities face increasing risks from floods, extreme rainfall, heatwaves, and droughts, threatening communities, infrastructure, and economic development. This study examines ... -
Thermal Performance and Energy Benefits of Dynamic Insulation–Phase Change Material Wall Systems Applied to Residential Buildings
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This study uses a validated Resistance Capacitance (RC) Network modeling framework for analyzing the energy-efficiency benefits of integrating dynamic insulation systems (DIS) with phase change materials (PCMs) ... -
The Peak Energy Load Management System: A Case Study in Montreal
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Extreme warm temperature events cause energy consumption and resultant electrical power demand spikes in large metropolitan areas and pose challenges to energy service providers, while enhancing operational ... -
Unified Modeling Architecture for Load Management in Extreme Heat: The New York City Case
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Integration of renewable resources to meet growing energy demand is becoming a global priority under decarbonization mandates. This study contributes to ongoing efforts on this key subject by assessing the ... -
Smart Mobility Solutions Toward Urban Transport Sustainability in South Africa: A Bibliometric Review
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This study explores the evolution of research on smart mobility solutions and urban transport sustainability in South Africa from 1999 to 2025. Using a bibliometric approach, it maps publication trends, identifies ... -
Artificial Intelligence-Driven Cooling Load Forecasts in Dense Urban Environments
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Electrification of space heating and cooling, together with more frequent and intense temperature extremes, is shifting when and where peak electricity demand occurs, increasing stress on power systems during ... -
Data Center Waste Heat as an Emerging Urban Thermal Hazard: First Field Measurements of Neighborhood-Scale Air Temperature Impacts
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Data centers are among the fastest-growing sources of concentrated anthropogenic heat in urban environments. Despite heat flux densities that exceed peak solar irradiance by a factor of 2–6, their thermal impacts ... -
Artificial Intelligence-Driven Adaptive Facade Systems in High-Rise Buildings: A Study on Integrating Machine Learning With Real-Time Environmental Data to Optimize Energy Efficiency
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This article investigates the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into adaptive façade systems in high-rise buildings to improve energy efficiency through real-time reactivity with external conditions. ... -
A Grey-Box Framework for Modeling Free-Floating Indoor Temperature and Cooling Implications in Residential Buildings in Hot-Arid Regions
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. In the present article, a data-driven, physics-informed case study of passive thermal behavior in a two-storey residential villa located in Al Rayyan, Qatar, is presented to characterize the building's thermal ... -
VizArQA: A Foundation for Visual Question Answering in Architectural Simulation
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Environmental simulations are critical in early-stage design, offering insights into factors like solar radiation, airflow, and climate responsiveness. However, interpreting these simulation outputs is time ... -
Enhancing Sustainability and Construction Safety Research in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Construction remains one of the most hazardous global industries, with worker fatalities occurring approximately every 99 min. However, safety is intrinsically linked to broader project performance; a truly safe ... -
Influence of Built Environment on Thermal Comfort: A Systematic Literature Review of Three Decadal Research
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Heat waves are a global phenomenon that necessitates air conditioning to achieve thermal comfort in buildings; however, incorporating appropriate design considerations and high-intervention built-environment ... -
An Initial Database of Extreme Weather Data for Simulating Buildings Entirely Conditioned by Ambient Energy
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This study reports the development of ambient meteorological year (AMY) weather data for simulating buildings that are heated and cooled entirely by ambient energy in example locations in 15 US climate zones. ... -
Energy Impact of Radiative Cooling Paints in Warehouses Under Various United States Climates
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Although radiative cooling research is widely found in the literature, no comprehensive study has yet been conducted on the impact of novel radiant cooling (>0.91 reflectance) on the energy efficiency of warehouses. ... -
Impact of Heating Electrification and Building Retrofit on the Indoor Thermal Environment and Electricity Demand
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Retrofitting building stock through heating electrification and energy efficiency improvements is essential for achieving carbon neutrality. Understanding the effects of electrification and efficiency retrofits ... -
Developing Residential Building Sustainability Assessment Framework: Delphi Consultation Approach
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Green building rating systems aim to evaluate and improve the environmental performance of buildings. While international rating systems are recognized global scale, others are adapted to the specific requirements ... -
Evaluating Vertical Building Integrated Photovoltaics With Standard and New Performance Metrics
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Building energy resilience is emerging as a critical issue, driven by rising global energy demands and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events that disrupt power grids. Building-integrated photovoltaics ... -
Integrating Sociodemographics Into Trip Chain Models for Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Schedule Simulation With Large Language Models
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2025)Abstract. Accurately forecasting electric vehicle (EV) charging demand is critical for managing peak loads and ensuring grid stability in regions with increasing EV adoption. Residential household peak energy usage and EV ... -
Performance Analysis and Optimization of an Air–Water Heat Pump System for Residential Applications in a Subtropical Monsoon Climate
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2025)An air–water heat pump was developed and tested for a centralized floor heating system, which provides hot water for four villas in a community located in a mid-latitude region of the Northern Hemisphere with a subtropical ... -
Beneficiaries' Role in Averting Quality Challenges in Government Social Housing Construction
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2025)Upon assuming office in 1994, the South African government began constructing social housing for the less privileged to improve their socioeconomic living standards. However, one of the primary factors behind the rising ...