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Al-Humaidi, H M (2007) A fuzzy logic approach to model delays in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Al-Kaabi, N S (2006) A fuzzy-based construction safety advisor (CSA) for construction safety in the United Arab Emirates, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Bu-Qammaz, A S A S (2015) Risk management model for international public construction joint venture projects in Kuwait, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
El-khawas, I N (1997) The optimal design of buildings: A life-cycle approach to energy efficiency, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: energy consumption; optimization; feedback; life cycle; architect; energy efficiency; life cycle cost; experiment
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/304367041
- Abstract:
This study reports on an energy model designed to minimize the life cycle cost of a building, considering both the building initial cost and its energy consumption. It reports on the structure of this model and a series of experiments conducted to derive optimal design. While there already exist models that analyze the energy consumption and efficiency of buildings, the general model presented here is unique in several ways. First, it addresses the needs of the typical architect who requires rapid technical feedback on the energy efficiency of a building during the initial design process. Second, it considers the trade-off between initial development costs and future operating costs. Different from most models therefore, it does not simply minimizes energy consumption, but takes into account the cost incurred as a result of any method to save energy. Third, it is an optimization model which derives design optima through numerical optimization methods rather than trial and error. However, it can still be used to develop design ideas outside the model optimization scope. Fourth, the model optimizes a number of design features of interest to the architect, including building orientation, dimensions, window placement and size, and choice of building material. Most other models appear to take these features as inputs. Rules of thumb and traditional design guidelines were also investigated through the analysis of a large number of model experiments, with different objective functions and constraint sets. The aim was to simulate a number of real life design alternatives and economic goals. The findings show that the cost of sub-optimal building dimensions and orientation may vary significantly under different user constraints. Generalizations are possible, but must be used with caution. One major finding of this study is that following rules of thumb and traditional guidelines will not always lead to an optimal design. In fact, the study proves that design variables, such as, length-to-width ratio, window placement and size, and building orientation cannot be specified with certainty based on rules of thumb alone. Optimization models are needed to analyze each individual design case.
Ellis, R A (1980) An analysis of the impact of public participation activities in water and transportation projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Fereshtehnejad, S (2018) Multi-hazard lifecycle methods for aging structures and infrastructure systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Garrett, C C (1991) Roadway infrastructure management and investment behavior studies for developing countries: A multicriteria approach to road improvement decision-making, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Godby, C J (2002) A computational study of lexicalized noun phrases in English, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Halfawy, M M R (1998) A multi-agent collaborative framework for concurrent design of constructed facilities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Hauenstein, A D (1966) Construction: A taxonomy and syllabus of production practices with implications for industrial arts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Jin, R (2013) A statistical modeling approach to studying the effects of alternative and waste materials on green concrete properties, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Mahmood, N A (2021) Real-time site safety risk assessment and intervention for on-foot building construction workers using RFID-based multi-sensor intelligent system, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Pan, N-F S (2001) Fuzzy reasoning expert scheduling system (FRESS) for highway construction subject to rain impact: A case study in Taiwan, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Sadoun, B I (1992) A modeling methodology for energy-conserving site design, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Sarma, K C (2001) Fuzzy discrete multicriteria cost optimization of steel structures using genetic algorithm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Sirca, G F (2019) Analysis of full-scale in-service civil engineering structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Stanbury, J A C (1992) An exploratory empirical study of the international consulting engineering design services industry: A United States perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Tseng, C-H (2006) Safety performance analyzer for constructed environments (SPACE), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Vargas, C A (1998) Investigating construction falls using fault tree analysis and developing a prototype tool to reduce falls using expert system and computer-assisted instruction methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Wee, S (1993) A prototype of an expert system for pavement maintenance and rehabilitation strategy in the state of Ohio (espresso), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yang, F (2022) Ascending the pagoda: A ground-up exploration of the ancient construction methods of dayanta using virtual reality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yoo, W S (2007) An information-based decision making framework for evaluating and forecasting a project cost and completion date, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Young, D R (1968) The development of a construction industry interest inventory, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yu, B (2007) Essays on structural analysis of procurement auctions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.