Context-aware module for evaporative cooling in the outdoor built environment. (March 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Stojanovic, Djordje; Vujovic, Milica; Ding, Yi; Katic, Milan
• Is Part Of: International journal of architectural computing. Volume 21:Number 1(2023)
• Page Start: 100
• Page End: 119
• Publication Date: 2023-03
• Subjects: responsive environments -- evaporative cooling -- mechatronics -- occupancy detection -- human-building interaction -- evidence-based design; Architecture -- Data processing -- Periodicals; Architecture -- Informatique -- Périodiques; Virtual reality in architecture -- Periodicals; Computer-aided design -- Periodicals; Architecture -- Data processing; Periodicals; 720.2840285536
• DOI: 10.1177/14780771221095307
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1478-0771

Abstract

This paper introduces modular and context-aware evaporative cooling for the outdoor urban environment as a physical structure that could be implemented at various scales and physical contexts. We propose a technique for collecting occupancy and climatic data to create a computational context and optimise its operation. We then outline a concept for developing a predictive algorithm that would further enhance its performance. The research focuses on the interaction between the proposed system and the environment and establishes an evidence-based technique to balance the temperature drop and the humidity it generates. The study combines architectural design, mechanical engineering and computer science to enable the upscaled application of evaporative cooling to help reduce local heat accumulation in cities.