The energy consumption of a building is strongly dependent on the characteristics of its
envelope. The thermal performance of external walls represents a key factor to increase the …

With the increasing number of people living in cities, the demand for energy in office
buildings and homes is constantly increasing; thus, smart buildings were created to provide …

Abstract 3D printing (3DP) presents great potential for automation, sustainability, and quality
control in the construction sector. However, research on 3DP in Construction has been …

Purpose Science mapping is an essential application of visualization technology widely
used in safety, construction management and environmental science. The purpose of this …

In this paper, a series of experiments assessing the moisture buffer value (MBV) of four
internal wall assembly samples made from hygroscopic materials was performed. A …

The abundance of straw in Quebec makes this material an interesting insulation option to
reduce the energy consumption of buildings. At the same time, studies indicate that straw …

Natural and bio-based construction materials such as bamboo, cork, or natural fiber
composites offer a promising solution for enhancing the environmental sustainability of …

After the first concerns about global energy consumption around the 70 s, some standards
were established with the aim of improving the energy efficiency in buildings. In this context …

The lack of productivity in the Construction sector associated with its negative impact on the
environment has long been call ing for the adoption of a robust digital strategy that favours …

Industry 4.0 has pushed construction to adopt processes that optimize the manufacturing of
customizable solutions. Prefabrication, is beginning to understand that 3D Printing (3DP) …