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Development and Construction of Bioclimatic Double Skin Active Facade for Hot and Humid Climate of UAE
Abstract
Transparency in architecture is desirable for many reasons. In order to build transparent buildings with high levels of occupant comfort without compromising energy performance, facade technology and integration of facade and environmental systems become still more advanced. The present paper deals with the development and construction of mechanically ventilated double skin facade with HVAC integration for hot and humid climate like UAE. A case study is presented, illustrating potential benefits of careful application of the available technologies adopting an integrated approach from the early design phases. Moreover, the paper gives an introduction to test and demonstrate the performance of the facade and HVAC integration.
Citation
Karbor, R. G.; Mohamed, I. (2010). Development and Construction of Bioclimatic Double Skin Active Facade for Hot and Humid Climate of UAE. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu). Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /94076.