scholarly journals Optimization of Building Components with Sustainability Aspects in BIM Environment

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mostafa Khanzadi ◽  
Ali Kaveh ◽  
Mohammad Rastegar Moghaddam ◽  
Seyyed Mohammad Pourbagheri
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Optimal Combination ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Procurement Cost ◽  
Building Components ◽  
Selection Of

In recent decades, the variety of building materials has grown a great deal causing the selection of suitable materials from a wide range of candidates to be complex and difficult. One of the main criteria to be considered in this area, besides reducing procurement cost, is paying attention to various aspects affecting the dimensions of sustainable development, such as increasing energy saving, applying recyclable materials and localization.This paper proposes a framework in the BIM environment - as one of the successful approaches in the AEC industry - which allows the project stakeholders to choose the most desired and optimal combination for their building components with least human interference in the selection process makes systematic choices. In order to achieve the purposes embedded in the framework phases, several methods such as ENSCBO, DEA and VIKOR have been utilized in order to evaluate and depict the selection process, this is implemented as a Revit plugin and eventually applied to a case study.

Components for Composite Material Customization System

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soumitra Nandi ◽  
Zahed Siddique
Keyword(s):  
Composite Materials ◽  
Material Selection ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Material Design ◽  
Optimization Techniques ◽  
Conventional Approach ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Properties Of Materials ◽  
Selection Of

With the advancements of composite materials and research in nano-composites, designers have the flexibility to select materials from a wide range of properties to meet their specific design needs. Even with all these advancements, the material selection process during design follows a very conventional approach. The conventional approach to material design is to select a certain material from a given pre-set material list that allows the attainment of nearest properties required for the product. One of the disadvantages of this approach is that the trade-off inherent in the selection of material, when multiple properties are targeted, can be cumbersome to achieve or addressed at all. In this paper we present an approach to select and design composite materials, where the designer will have flexibility to select multiple properties of materials during the design of a new product. This approach employs an index for selection combined with heuristic optimization techniques to select the optimized combination of composite materials that could meet closest possible property goals. In the case study presented in this paper, we did not perform any optimization; rather, emphasize is given to the explanation of material selection technique, and an RMS value is introduced as an index for the selection.

Energy Saving from Traditional Settlement – A Case Study on Environmental Ideology of Traditional Settlement in Fujian, China

2013 ◽  
Vol 779-780 ◽  
pp. 1468-1471
Author(s):  
Yuan Miao
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Emission Reduction ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Narrow Side ◽  
Settlement Distribution

In the contemporary era of low-carbon and emission reduction, the energy-saving researches on the single architecture have become more and more attentive, including several new building materials, equipment and techniques, etc. However, this strategy in the wholly macro level has been neglected, such as the harmony between the settlement and its natural environment, the space site-positioning program and the reasonable distribution of architectural groups, which should be offered a priority before the sole establishment design. 400 years ago in the south Fujian, China, the ancestors had been trying to explore natural resources and dedicated to the sustainable development, from the angle of environmental plan and design. For instance, comb-style settlement distribution with wide front and narrow side, ventilation design in buildings and locally selected materials are qualified to be the representativeness and afford us lessons.

scholarly journals Using citizen science data to monitor the Sustainable Development Goals: a bottom-up analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Ballerini ◽  
Sylvia I. Bergh
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Citizen Science ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Comparative Case Study ◽  
Science Data ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Case Study Analysis ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Development Goals

AbstractOfficial data are not sufficient for monitoring the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): they do not reach remote locations or marginalized populations and can be manipulated by governments. Citizen science data (CSD), defined as data that citizens voluntarily gather by employing a wide range of technologies and methodologies, could help to tackle these problems and ultimately improve SDG monitoring. However, the link between CSD and the SDGs is still understudied. This article aims to develop an empirical understanding of the CSD-SDG link by focusing on the perspective of projects which employ CSD. Specifically, the article presents primary and secondary qualitative data collected on 30 of these projects and an explorative comparative case study analysis. It finds that projects which use CSD recognize that the SDGs can provide a valuable framework and legitimacy, as well as attract funding, visibility, and partnerships. But, at the same time, the article reveals that these projects also encounter several barriers with respect to the SDGs: a widespread lack of knowledge of the goals, combined with frustration and political resistance towards the UN, may deter these projects from contributing their data to the SDG monitoring apparatus.

scholarly journals Processo seletivo de tutores da UAB da UFAL: aspectos para uma seleção criteriosa e significativa

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 545-560
Author(s):  
Rosana Sarita de Araujo
Keyword(s):  
Selection Process ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Legal Basis ◽  
Case Study Methodology ◽  
Proof Of Knowledge ◽  
Palabras Clave ◽  
Study Methodology ◽  
Investigación Cualitativa ◽  
Selection Of

Resumo: O trabalho discute o processo seletivo de tutores da UAB da UFAL, considerando os aspectos legais, bem como os aspectos técnico-pedagógicos que traduzem a seleção como criteriosa e significativa. Caracterizada como pesquisa qualitativa utiliza a metodologia de estudo de caso e de comparação para estudo de dois editais da UFAL de processos seletivos de tutores. A análise dos dados aponta as limitações que a legislação delineia para a seleção de tutores, as diferenças nos índices de aprovação dos candidatos em relação às etapas utilizadas no processo de seleção, os impactos da prova de conhecimento versus entrevista, bem como demonstra a crescente credibilidade do processo de seleção de tutores da UFAL.   Palavras-chave: Seleção de tutores. Base legal. Aspectos pedagógicos Abstract: The work discusses the selection process of the UAB tutors from UFAL, considering the legal aspects, as well as pedagogical and technical aspects that reflect the selection as judicious and significant. Characterized as qualitative research it uses the case study methodology and comparison for the study of two UFAL public notices for the selective processes of tutors. Data analysis points out the limitations that legislation delineates for the selection of tutors, differences in approval rates of candidates regarding the steps used in the selection process, the impacts of proof of knowledge versus interview, and it also demonstrates the growing credibility of the UFAL tutors selection process. Keywords: Selection of tutors. Legal basis. Pedagogical aspects Resumen: En este trabajo se discute el proceso de selección de los tutores de la UAB UFAL, considerando los aspectos legales , así como los aspectos técnicos y pedagógicos que traducen la selección minunciosa y significativa. Caracterizado como investigación cualitativa utiliza la metodología de estudio de caso y comparación con el estudio de dos convocatorias de la UFAL de procesos de selección de tutores. La análisis de los datos muestran las limitaciones que la legislación esboza para seleccionar los tutores, las diferencias en los índices de aprobación de los candidato en relación a las fases utilizadas en el proceso de selección , el impacto de la prueba de conocimientos frente a la entrevista , y demuestra la credibilidad creciente del proceso de selección de tutores de la UFAL . Palabras clave: Selección de tutores. Base legal. Aspectos pedagógicos 

Multi-Criteria Selection of Wind Turbine Using TOPSIS Approach

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shafiqur Rehman ◽  
Salman A. Khan ◽  
Luai M. Alhems
Keyword(s):  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Wind Farm ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Real Data ◽  
Maximum Energy ◽  
Decision Criteria ◽  
Topsis Approach ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract The recent revolution in the use of renewable energy worldwide has opened many dimensions of research and development for sustainable energy. In this context, the use of wind energy has received notable attention. One critical decision in the development of a wind farm is the selection of the most appropriate turbine compatible with the characteristics of the geographical location under consideration in order to harness maximum energy. This selection process considers multiple decision criteria which are often in conflict with each other, as improving one criterion negatively affects one or more other criteria. Therefore, it is desired to find a tradeoff solution where all selection criteria are simultaneously optimized to the best possible level. This paper proposes a TOPSIS (The Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) based approach for multi-criteria selection of wind turbine. Three decision criteria, namely, hub height, wind speed, and net capacity factor are used in the decision process. A case study is shown on real data collected from the Aljouf region located at an altitude of 753 meters above sea level in the northern part of Saudi Arabia. Seventeen turbines with rated capacities ranging from 1.5 GW to 3 GW from various manufacturers are evaluated. Results indicate that Vestas V110 turned out to be the most appropriate turbine for the underlying site.

Investigating Barriers That May Influence the Implementation and Use of E-HRM Tools in the Organization

2021 ◽  
pp. 350-370
Author(s):  
Hamid Agahi ◽  
Sarist Gulthawatvichai
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Business Sector ◽  
Human Resource Managers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Resource Managers ◽  
Recruitment And Selection ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Selection Of

Human resource managers (HRMs) can use electronic-human resource management (E-HRMs) tools to improve human resources practices, including recruitment and selection of employees. Grounded in the theoretical framework of a unified theory of acceptance (UTAUT), this present qualitative case study investigated the potential barriers that influence the implementation and use of E-HRMs in Thailand's business sector. Human resource professionals from the business sector, including hotels in Thailand, were the study participants. Semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions were used as data collection instruments. Qualitative data collected was analyzed using thematic content analysis. The challenges impact the recruitment and selection process by making the employment process complex and poor selection of employees. HRMs should support E-HRMs as the advanced technologies to improve recruitment and selection of competent employees. In conclusion, E-HRMs are effective information systems that support electronic recruitment and selection of qualified employees.

scholarly journals Selection Process of Sustainable Indicators for the Algarve Region—OBSERVE Project

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 444 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fátima Farinha ◽  
Miguel Oliveira ◽  
Elisa Silva ◽  
Rui Lança ◽  
Manuel Pinheiro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Economic Implications ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Economic Agents ◽  
Development Indicators ◽  
Engagement Process ◽  
Flow Of Information ◽  
Selection Of

The selection of indicators for the Observatory of Sustainability of the Algarve Region for Tourism (OBSERVE), poses challenges, namely which indicators are relevant to stakeholders and how to assure that information is available. To support the selection of the environmental, sociocultural, economic and institutional indicators, an engagement process was designed and applied, which included meetings with stakeholders, a workshop and an online survey. The results showed that both workshop and online surveys reflected, in general, similar opinions, thus allowing the selecting of the sustainable development indicators for the Algarve region. Additionally, the results showed that nearly 75% of the indicators can be obtained from national statistics and, therefore, can be used on the OBSERVE project, assuring a quick flow of information. As limitations, it is important to mention that the other 25% will need further development, in order to provide data for indicators, like carbon management and client satisfaction. With this approach, the observatory will survey and evaluate the sustainable development of the region (status and trends), based on indicators that answer to the strategic needs of system’s main users, with social and economic implications, i.e., public institutions, economic agents, tourists, local communities and residents.

Airstrip Site Selection in Coastal Labrador

1981 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-25
Author(s):  
J. D. Innes ◽  
E. H. Smith ◽  
Allan Fiander
Keyword(s):  
Site Selection ◽  
Coastal Area ◽  
State Of The Art ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Geometric Design ◽  
Digital Mapping ◽  
Data Requirements ◽  
Selection Of ◽  
Design Techniques

This paper examines a case study of the selection of nine airstrip sites in the coastal area of Labrador. The procedure used involved the procurement of better mapping for the site selection process. The benefits of this process are examined in the context of the data requirements for good airstrip selection. The site selection process is then examined utilizing state of the art digital mapping and computerized geometric design techniques.

Selection of Leak Detection Systems by Aggregation of Experts’ Judgment

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sirous Yasseri
Keyword(s):  
Decision Maker ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Leak Detection ◽  
Fuzzy Topsis ◽  
Detection Systems ◽  
Good Compromise ◽  
Criteria For Selection ◽  
Selection Of

Numerous leak detection systems (LDS) using a variety of technologies are on the market. Since LDS are designed for a particular use, then the evaluation and selection process requires suitable metrics and involvement from all stakeholders. This paper proposes to use15 criteria for selection of LDS. Each criterion is first rated for their importance by a number of experts. Then, the same experts are asked to rate a list of candidate LDSs. Fuzzy TOPSIS is used to aggregate Experts’ judgment. A case study is presented to demonstrate the application of the method. This method would indicate how a good compromise might look like. This could aid the decision-maker to weigh options and set priority and decide on a system.

Industrial construction. Buildings and constructions. Corrosion protection and ecology

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksey Zhukov ◽  
Vladimir Astashkin ◽  
Vil'en Zholudov ◽  
Vyacheslav Semenov
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Protection ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Training System ◽  
Industrial Construction ◽  
Technical Schools ◽  
Industrial Buildings ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Modern Experience ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Selection Of

This monograph summarizes the modern experience of protection of industrial buildings and structures against aggressive impacts are considered characteristic of corrosion processes under the action of liquid, solid and gaseous environments on the main building materials. Provides a system of regulating the degree of aggressiveness for different parts of buildings and constructions basic provisions for the selection of chemically resistant structures and materials, design methodology section corrosion protection. Systematic design methods of protecting groundwater and soil against aggressive and toxic media, the methods of accounting for the cost of corrosion protection as applied to building elements. Designed for a wide range of engineering-technical workers (ITR), related to design, construction and exploitation of constructions and structures. Can also be used as a textbook for technical schools, colleges and training system engineers.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document