Abstract Wind-driven rain (WDR), as one of the environmental loads, is an important factor in
designing durable and climate-resilient buildings. The negative consequences of moisture …

Despite recent advancements in hurricane hazard characterization and a better
understanding of the vulnerabilities of the built environment to hurricane-related hazards …

As global climates continue to evolve, the urgency to enhance built environments against
environmental challenges becomes more pronounced. Inspired by the Smart Readiness …

Hurricanes are one of the most destructive natural disasters, and proper preparation and
mitigation are essential to enhance resilience. However, homeowners may have inaccurate …

Standing seam metal roofs are one of the most commonly used types of roofs especially
because of their additional durability and ease of construction. The performance of such …

Vertical protruding elements are popularly used for building aesthetics, solar shading, and
reduction of energy demand. However, no sufficient design guidelines are available yet for …

The changing climate is affecting many aspects of the built environment. In respect to the
wall assemblies of buildings, any change in the moisture load to the wall would influence its …

Wind-driven rain (WDR) is the primary source of building moisture, and it has a direct impact
on the durability and thermal performance of building envelopes. To suppress the impact of …

Recent events have demonstrated the devastating impact of meteorological hazards on
buildings and infrastructure. The possible effects of climate change on their frequency and …

Hurricanes can have adverse effects on residential communities and pose a significant risk
to their economic prosperity. The ingress of water into a building due to wind-driven rain …