Automated adaptive façade functions in practice

Case studies on office buildings

Journal article (2020)

Authors

J. Böke Design of Constrution - Architecture and the Built Environment
U. Knaack Design of Constrution - Architecture and the Built Environment
Marco Hemmerling Cologne University of Applied Sciences
Research Group
Design of Constrution (Architecture and the Built Environment) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2020 J. Böke, U. Knaack, Marco Hemmerling
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2020.103113
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2020

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English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Department

Architectural Engineering +Technology

Research Group

Design of Constrution

Abstract

The study examines the existing technical basis in building practice for the application of cyber-physical systems on the façade. The associated intelligent cooperation of automated adaptive façade functions, inspired by intelligent technical systems in industry 4.0, offers a potential for the overall building performance. By the type and scope of automations already introduced today, façade functions are identified that offer special potential for consideration in a cyber-physically implemented façade. The investigation represents a multiple case study analysis in which office façades in Germany are examined. Data is collected from literature, expert interviews and field investigations. The evaluation is carried out in a single case analysis and a following cross-case analysis, in which patterns and dependencies in the joint implementation of automated and adaptive façade functions are identified. The study found that especially sun-related functions are implemented adaptively, often in combination with ventilation and the heating and cooling support function.

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