Buildings is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on building science, building engineering and architecture published semimonthly online by MDPI. The International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) is affiliated with Buildings and their members receive a discount on the article processing charges. ...

2024年12月25日 · The accurate segmentation of land cover in high-resolution remote sensing imagery is crucial for applications such as urban planning, environmental monitoring, and disaster management. However, traditional convolutional neural networks (CNNs) struggle to balance fine-grained local detail with large-scale contextual information. To tackle these challenges, we …

2024年6月2日 · The establishment of net-zero-energy and net-zero-carbon buildings can offer significant opportunities to reduce environmental impact in the building sector. Several successful net-zero-energy buildings highlight the feasibility of reducing energy consumption via energy-efficient strategies and the use of renewable energy technologies. To comprehend the existing …

2025年1月2日 · Net-zero emission targets require transparent and efficient carbon credit trading systems. This paper introduces a blockchain-based data visualization framework to enhance decision-making in the production and logistics sectors by simplifying blockchain transaction records and identifying potential arbitrage activities. The framework integrates real-time …

Feature papers represent the most advanced research with significant potential for high impact in the field. A Feature Paper should be a substantial original Article that involves several techniques or approaches, provides an outlook for future research …

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2024年12月7日 · This paper examines the progress, key themes, and future directions in sustainability reporting, aiming to identify critical insights, gaps, and research opportunities to enhance its effectiveness and impact. A comprehensive review was conducted, analyzing peer-reviewed articles on the evolution, implementation, and outcomes of sustainability reporting …

2025年1月3日 · The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has transformed numerous aspects of daily life, yet its impact on critical thinking remains underexplored. This study investigates the relationship between AI tool usage and critical thinking skills, focusing on cognitive offloading as a mediating factor. Utilising a mixed-method approach, we conducted …

2024年11月28日 · This research seeks to advance the technological process of 3D digitization in built environments and streamline management processes in the construction sector through digital methodologies. To this end, an integration framework is proposed that combines geographic information systems (GISs) and building information modeling (BIM) digital …

2024年10月31日 · Evaporative cooling systems have gained increasing attention as an energy-efficient solution for climate control in hot and dry regions. This review aims to assess the effectiveness of the most recent advancements in evaporative cooling technologies for building applications in hot and dry climates. The review focuses on global literature, with an emphasis …