Dataset on energy consumption in buildings within tropical climate based on design aspects of courtyards
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This study presents a dataset on building thermal performance in tropical climates, linking courtyard design to energy consumption. Findings aid architects and researchers in optimizing sustainable building designs.
Area Of Science
- Building Science
- Sustainable Architecture
- Energy Efficiency
Background
- Modern society prioritizes sustainability and energy efficiency in buildings.
- Green roofs and facades are recognized strategies for enhancing building energy performance.
- This research focuses on the impact of outdoor enclosed courtyards on building thermal performance in tropical climates.
Purpose Of The Study
- To introduce a comprehensive dataset on building thermal performance and energy consumption in a tropical climate.
- To analyze the influence of various courtyard design features (shapes, aspect ratio, orientation) on energy efficiency.
- To provide a valuable resource for optimizing building designs for sustainability.
Main Methods
- Collected core temperature data from public buildings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Expanded the dataset using simulations and validated against raw data with a Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.882.
- Included detailed courtyard design features like plan aspect ratio, number of floors, and orientation.
Main Results
- The dataset comprises 8,685 records detailing building thermal performance and energy consumption.
- Established intricate relationships between architectural design parameters of courtyards and energy consumption.
- Validated simulated data against real-world measurements ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Conclusions
- The dataset offers a valuable resource for architects, engineers, and researchers.
- Facilitates in-depth analysis for optimizing building designs for improved energy efficiency.
- Supports studies related to sustainable architecture and urban planning in tropical regions.
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