Computer-Aided Greenery Design-Prototype Green Structure Improving Human Health in Urban Ecosystem

Area of Science:

• Environmental Science
• Urban Planning
• Public Health

Background:

• Urbanization and climate change, including rising temperatures, negatively impact public health and urban quality of life.
• Improving urban living conditions is a key priority, with urban greenery offering potential solutions.
• Microclimate green structures can provide both human and environmental benefits in dense urban settings.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose an automated method for designing microclimate green structures for urban environments.
• To integrate rapid prototyping with the design method for practical implementation.
• To evaluate the effectiveness and potential for further development of these green interventions.

Main Methods:

• Theoretical analysis of urban environmental challenges and green infrastructure solutions.
• Development of an automated greenery design methodology.
• Application of the Conceive, Design, Implement, and Operate (CDIO) framework, incorporating Software in the Loop (SiL) and Hardware in the Loop (HiL) methods.
• Utilizing an applied test model for comprehensive evaluation.

Main Results:

• A novel automated design method for urban microclimate green structures has been developed.
• The integration of rapid prototyping facilitates practical intervention.
• The CDIO framework and SiL/HiL methods guided a structured research and development process.
• The test model enabled thorough evaluation for quality assurance.

Conclusions:

• Automated design and rapid prototyping offer a viable approach for creating beneficial urban green structures.
• These interventions can contribute to improved public health and environmental quality in cities.
• The research provides a foundation for further development and implementation of innovative urban greening solutions.