BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072140
Tao Jiang, Zhenchao Xu, Busheng Zhou, Qingyun Zhang, Yong Liu
{"title":"Underlying Causes of NIMBY Conflicts in Power Grid Construction Projects: An ISM–BN Model Perspective","authors":"Tao Jiang, Zhenchao Xu, Busheng Zhou, Qingyun Zhang, Yong Liu","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072140","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072140","url":null,"abstract":"“Not In My Back Yard” (NIMBY) conflicts have emerged as a significant challenge in the siting and construction of power grid projects. Traditional risk management methods are often inadequate for addressing the complex interactions between the multiple factors involved in such projects. To explain the relationship between different influencing factors, this paper constructs the hierarchy between the influencing factors using the Interpretive Structural Model (ISM) and carries out a causal analysis of NIMBY conflicts in power grid construction projects using the Bayesian network model. The results of the ISM hierarchical map show that high risk perception and construction practices lacking refinement are the most direct causes of NIMBY incidents. The Bayesian network model indicates that poor construction practices, negative public opinion, high risk perception, inadequate risk assessment and emergency response mechanisms, and negative externalities are the most sensitive factors within the causal system of NIMBY incidents and require priority attention. An increase in risk perception is also found to significantly escalate the severity of NIMBY conflicts. The insights gleaned in this study may provide valuable guidance for managing NIMBY conflicts in power grid construction projects.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"47 25","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141654837","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072154
Zhichun Yu, Zhenxing Guo, Zihan Ling, Yuren Chen
{"title":"Research on Low-Carbon Building Design Strategies for Folk Dwellings in Hanzhong Based on Single Objective Optimization","authors":"Zhichun Yu, Zhenxing Guo, Zihan Ling, Yuren Chen","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072154","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072154","url":null,"abstract":"With the background of rural revitalization, the urgent demand for energy conservation and improved living quality arises alongside the issues of high energy consumption and low comfort in residential buildings. Located in a region with a hot summer and cold winter climate, Hanzhong faces significant energy consumption for heating and cooling throughout the year, considering both winter insulation and summer heat insulation. Based on the energy consumption simulation and analysis of folk dwellings in Hanzhong, this paper employs a single-objective optimization method to explore the optimization of building envelope structures, including the window-to-wall ratio, bay width, number of floors, orientation, and floor height. Additionally, it investigates building layout, spatial organization, regional design methods, and energy acquisition. Through energy consumption simulation and validation of thermal comfort evaluation index PMV-PPD, design strategies such as building scale, layout organization, indoor and outdoor buffer space design, and building material selection are proposed to effectively improve indoor thermal comfort during the winter and summer seasons. This research provides insights and references for the low-carbon design and optimization of residential buildings.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"13 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141653721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072149
Xi Chen, Shen Li, Gang Liang, Min He
{"title":"Numerical Parameter Analysis of High-Strength Steel Frame with Y-Eccentric Brace Using Variable Replaceable Link","authors":"Xi Chen, Shen Li, Gang Liang, Min He","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072149","url":null,"abstract":"The present study proposes a variable replaceable link for high-strength steel frames with Y-eccentric braces designed to effectively dissipate earthquake energy by confining plastic deformation to its central zone. This unique feature allows for easy post-earthquake recovery or replacement. To investigate the seismic performance of such structures, a comprehensive finite element numerical parametric analysis is conducted using ABAQUS software. Various parameters, including the length of the central zone, replaceable link length, span, and steel grade are considered to optimize the structural design. This study examines the failure modes, hysteretic behavior, bearing capacity, plastic rotation of the replaceable link, and ductility of structures under cyclic loading. The results indicate that reducing the span and utilizing high-strength steel significantly enhance the ductility and ultimate bearing capacity of the structure. This approach also reduces the cross-sectional dimensions, saves steel material, and limits the development area of plasticity, thereby facilitating post-earthquake repair of links after rare earthquakes. An optimal length of the link improves the structural stiffness and energy dissipation capacity. However, if it is too short or too long, it complicates post-earthquake repairs and impairs energy dissipation performance. The conclusions drawn from this research aim to provide valuable insights and theoretical foundations for future structural designs.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"64 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141652409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072148
Xuan Mo, Zhijun Yuan, Yigang Jia, Liangjian Lu, Xianglan Wei, Naiwen Ke
{"title":"An Experimental and Numerical Parametric Study on a Novel T-Shaped Steel–Concrete Composite Shear Wall","authors":"Xuan Mo, Zhijun Yuan, Yigang Jia, Liangjian Lu, Xianglan Wei, Naiwen Ke","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072148","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072148","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, a novel T-shaped steel–concrete composite shear wall (TSCCW) is proposed. Low-cycle reciprocating tests were carried out on the TSCCW to investigate its performance in terms of its damage characteristics, hysteretic properties, energy dissipation capacity, stiffness degradation and ductility. A numerical model was established on the basis of the tests, and the correctness of the numerical model was verified. Afterwards, parameters such as shear span ratio, axial load ratio, rebar diameter, steel thickness, concrete strength grade and axial compression position were analyzed. The results show that the shear span ratio has a great influence on the performance of the TSCCW. A reduction in the shear span ratio from 2.1 to 1 reduces its stiffness by 333%. An increase in the axial load ratio will increase the load carrying capacity and stiffness of the TSCCW, and the deformation capacity will first increase and then decrease; it is recommended that the axial load ratio should be taken as 0.4. Increasing the steel thickness will improve the load carrying capacity, stiffness, deformation capacity and energy dissipation capacity of the TSCCW to a certain extent. Increasing the reinforcement diameter has less effect on the seismic performance of the TSCCW.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"37 13","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141654894","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072146
Adrián Rodríguez-Segura, Mar Loren-Méndez, J. M. Galán-Conde
{"title":"Operability, Multiscalarity, Diversity, and Complexity in the UNESCO Heritage Regulatory Framework","authors":"Adrián Rodríguez-Segura, Mar Loren-Méndez, J. M. Galán-Conde","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072146","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072146","url":null,"abstract":"The historical genealogy of the heritage regulatory framework, spanning from the 20th century to the present day, provides insights into the continuous socio-cultural transformations within communities. It also sheds light on the successive expansions and reformulations that have shaped the understanding of the heritage phenomenon up to its current conception. This research presents a historical methodology that traces the Charters and Conventions within the UNESCO domain by creating a matrix of cross-cutting vectors that span the heritage phenomenon. Through this matrix, it becomes possible to unveil and pinpoint the emergence, changes, and sociocultural mutations identified within the UNESCO normative framework. The present research not only identifies the emergence of these vectors but also delves into their facets and nuances, relationships, and interactions. The study unfolds in three phases: during the initial phase, the four main vectors in understanding the heritage phenomenon (Operability, Multiscalarity, Diversity, and Complexity) are identified, encompassing their origin, emergence, nuances, and facets. In the second phase, the evolution, scope, and permanence of each vector are closely monitored across its different facets. Finally, the crossovers between them are analyzed, revealing their relationships, interactions, and thus mutual influence.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"36 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141655125","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Aluminate Long Afterglow Luminescent Materials in Road Marking Field Research Progress and Development: A Review","authors":"Fangzhi Zhang, Yue Xie, Xiaokang Zhao, Yinzhang He, Jianzhong Pei, Yuanhe Xing, Shaobo Wang, Jiupeng Zhang","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072152","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072152","url":null,"abstract":"This paper reviews the research progress and development of aluminate long afterglow luminescent materials in the field of road marking, especially the study of rare earth ion-activated strontium aluminate (SrAl2O4: Eu2+, Dy3+)-based long afterglow powders. This article begins by describing the importance of road markings and the need to improve their visibility and durability at night and in adverse weather conditions. Subsequently, the current passive and active methods for improving the visibility of marking materials are discussed in detail, focusing on the advantages of aluminate long afterglow materials and challenges related to their hydrolysis and thermal stability. Through the application of organic–inorganic composite coating technology, the water resistance and thermal stability of the materials can be improved, thus enhancing the performance of road markings. This article also summarizes the current research status of different types of long afterglow road marking coatings. It analyzes the luminescence mechanism of aluminate long afterglow materials. Additionally, this article discusses future research directions and application prospects. The aim is to provide technical references and support for the wide application of long afterglow self-luminous road marking coatings.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"18 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141655156","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072150
Bo Liu, Sheliang Wang, Wurong Jia, Honghao Ying, Zhe Lu, Zhilong Hong
{"title":"The Effect of RHA as a Supplementary Cementitious Material on the Performance of PCM Aggregate Concrete","authors":"Bo Liu, Sheliang Wang, Wurong Jia, Honghao Ying, Zhe Lu, Zhilong Hong","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072150","url":null,"abstract":"The thermal insulated cement matrix further enhances the thermal insulation of PCM aggregate concrete, consequently reducing energy consumption. In this paper, 0–15% rice husk ash (RHA) was used as a replacement for cement. The effect of the substitution amount of RHA on the workability, mechanical properties, thermal properties, and pore structure of concrete was investigated. The results showed that the density of concrete decreased after replacing cement with RHA. The workability of concrete decreased with the increase in RHA content. The filling effect and pozzolanic effect of RHA resulted in an initial increase and subsequent decrease in the mechanical properties of the concrete. After the cement was replaced by 10% RHA, the concrete exhibited the highest compressive strength and splitting tensile strength. The high porosity of RHA reduced the thermal conductivity of concrete by 12.29%. The temperature response indicated that the temperature difference between 15% RHA concrete and the reference concrete can reach up to 1.2 °C, potentially reducing the energy demand. The NMR results showed that the total pore volume was minimal with a 10% RHA admixture. The capillary pore volume increased slightly with the increase in RHA substitution due to the presence of numerous micron-sized pores within the RHA. The micropore and macropore volumes exhibited a decreasing and then increasing trend.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"2 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141653569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072145
Zhijun Yang, Weijun Gao, Dandan Yang, Xiaotong Hu, Tao Xu
{"title":"Impact of Air Velocity on Mold Growth in High Temperature and Humidity Conditions: An Experimental Approach","authors":"Zhijun Yang, Weijun Gao, Dandan Yang, Xiaotong Hu, Tao Xu","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072145","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072145","url":null,"abstract":"To address the challenges of indoor mold in southern China, this study designed and constructed an innovative experimental system to investigate mold growth in buildings under the combined influence of multiple factors. Using Fluent simulation (Ansys Fluent 19.0), we designed a suitably sized experimental chamber to realistically replicate the effects of factors such as temperature, humidity, and air velocity on mold growth. After establishing and fine-tuning the experimental system, we conducted two preliminary experiments, successfully validating the feasibility of our setup. Additionally, we observed that in a high-temperature, high-humidity environment of 28 °C and 80% relative humidity, the mold growth rate in the experimental chamber increased with the rise in inlet air velocity. This experimental system will serve as the foundation for future studies on indoor mold growth in building spaces in southern China.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"57 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141654756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072153
Yun Sun, Da Song, Qi Cai, Yangbing Liu, Shuxuan Sun, Yuting Yang
{"title":"Theoretical Analysis of the Plastic Property for Equal Angle Sections Subjected to Axial Force and Biaxial Bending","authors":"Yun Sun, Da Song, Qi Cai, Yangbing Liu, Shuxuan Sun, Yuting Yang","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072153","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072153","url":null,"abstract":"To fully harness the design development potential of plastic angle sections, this study employs a theoretical analysis approach to examine the plastic behavior of equal angle sections subjected to axial force and biaxial bending. Based on the simplified angle section results, the full plasticity correlation equations were derived. Subsequently, section shape coefficients were computed. Finally, a methodology for calculating the plastic development coefficients of angle sections was explored. The findings indicate that the full plasticity correlation equations lack the necessary safety margins in designs. Notably, the angle sections possess a greater plastic development capacity along the weak axis compared with the strong axis. It is advisable, for both regular-size and large-size angle sections, to consistently adopt the plastic development coefficients in designs as follows: γu = 1.05 for the strong axis and γv = 1.15 for the weak axis, thereby addressing the shortcomings of the specification in design.","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"10 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141654022","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BuildingsPub Date : 2024-07-12DOI: 10.3390/buildings14072143
Nicole Cuya, Paul Estrada, Doris Esenarro, Violeta Vega, Jesica Vilchez Cairo, Diego C. Mancilla-Bravo
{"title":"Comfort for Users of the Educational Center Applying Sustainable Design Strategies, Carabayllo-Peru-2023","authors":"Nicole Cuya, Paul Estrada, Doris Esenarro, Violeta Vega, Jesica Vilchez Cairo, Diego C. Mancilla-Bravo","doi":"10.3390/buildings14072143","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072143","url":null,"abstract":"The educational problems in the area, economic disparities, conflict situations, and deficiencies in educational infrastructure directly affect the quality and accessibility of education. Therefore, the present research aims to generate comfort for users of the educational center by applying sustainable design strategies in Carabayllo, Peru. The study started with a literature review, an analysis of flora and fauna, passive design strategies, and climatic analysis applying sustainability strategies supported by digital tools (AutoCAD, Revit Collaborate, Climate Consultant, OpenStreetMap, JOSM, Rhinoceros, and Grasshopper). As a result, the design proposes an educational center that ensures year-round comfort through energy efficiency, the use of eco-friendly materials, and green roofs. Additionally, it includes the implementation of dry toilets, biofilters, and xerophytic vegetation for orchards, promoting food production and enhancing the treatment of nearby public spaces. In conclusion, this proposal enhances the quality of life for users by applying passive design strategies and sustainability principles, adopting clean energy sources, and efficiently managing waste, thereby contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).","PeriodicalId":505657,"journal":{"name":"Buildings","volume":"21 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141652574","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}