Building envelope is a key element in providing adequate energy and thermal comfort
performance to buildings. In this regard, improvement solutions are implemented in recent …

Renewable energy plays a pivotal role for mankind in the times of adverse climate change
and global warming. However, renewable energy such as solar energy comes with inherent …

Spent coffee grounds (SCGs) are waste residues arising from the process of coffee brewing
and are usually sent to landfills, causing environmental concerns. SCGs contain a …

Phase change materials (PCMs) have been widely used in building applications as a
thermal storage medium for passive thermal regulation and for increasing the efficiency of …

The mechanical and electrochemical properties of AISI420 martensitic stainless steels
(MSS) tempered at different temperatures (200, 400, and 600℃) are systematically …

The construction industry is responsible for consuming large amounts of energy. The
development of new materials with the purpose of increasing the thermal efficiency of …

The energy utilization for artificial lighting, cooling, heating, and air conditioning in buildings
results in the release of greenhouse gases and causes climate crises. In this regard, a novel …

The effects of Cr and Ni on the microstructure and corrosion resistance of high-strength low
alloy steel (HSLAs) were investigated by optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy …

The integration of phase change materials (PCM) into architectural elements is an emerging
strategy to enhance thermal energy storage in modern buildings. This research examines …

The incorporation of phase change materials (PCMs) in cement-based materials opens
pathways for large-scale thermal energy storage with tremendous opportunities for energy …