Electrochromic (EC) materials can be integrated in thin-film devices and used for modulating
optical transmittance. The technology has recently been implemented in large-area glazing …

Sustainable development in the building sector requires the integration of energy efficiency
and renewable energy utilization in buildings. In recent years, the concept of net zero energy …

Electrochromic devices (ECDs) that modulate optical transmission or reflection in a
controllable manner are attractive in energy-saving and colour-tuning applications. In this …

A survey on prototype and currently commercial dynamic tintable smart windows has been
carried out. The technologies of electrochromic, gasochromic, liquid crystal and …

Transparent conductors (TCs) have a multitude of applications for solar energy utilization
and for energy savings, especially in buildings. The largest of these applications, in terms of …

Localized surface plasmon absorption features arise at high doping levels in semiconductor
nanocrystals, appearing in the near-infrared range. Here we show that the surface plasmons …

This article reviews the basic principles of and recent developments in electrochromic,
photochromic, and thermochromic materials for applications in smart windows. Compared …

The primary goal of dynamic building envelopes is to meet and balance antagonistic
performance criteria utilizing automatic operation. As opposed to static systems, automated …

Although passive building envelope systems dominate contemporary building design, active
building envelope (ABE) research, development, and deployment are rapidly growing and …

This paper presents a simulation study of three dynamic electrochromic window glazings,
including a novel glazing capable of independently modulating its optical properties in both …