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Timber joints analysis and design using shape and graph grammar-based machine learning approach: synthetic data preparation of timber joints’ shape and graph grammar for machine learning application. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
YAU, H.M., DOUNAS, T., JABI, W. and LOMBARDI, D. 2023. Timber joints analysis and design using shape and graph grammar-based machine learning approach: synthetic data preparation of timber joints’ shape and graph grammar for machine learning application. In Dokonal, W., Hirschberg, U. and Wurzer, G. (eds.) Digital design reconsidered: proceedings of the 41st Education and research in computer aided architectural design in Europe (eCAADe) conference 2023 (eCAADe 2023), 20-23 September 2023, Graz, Austria. Berlin: eCAADe, volume 1, pages 569-578. Hosted on CumInCAD [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2023.1.569

Timber joints had been applied as one of the primary methods across different cultures of building construction. The technique of crafting timber joints uses simple geometry to connect different components without the need of adhesives or fixings. Di... Read More about Timber joints analysis and design using shape and graph grammar-based machine learning approach: synthetic data preparation of timber joints’ shape and graph grammar for machine learning application..

Decentralised additive manufacturing for architecture: exploring the integration of distributed ledger technologies with 3D printing. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
BERDOS, Y., VELE, J. and DOUNAS, T. 2023. Decentralised additive manufacturing for architecture: exploring the integration of distributed ledger technologies with 3D printing. In Dokonal, W., Hirschberg, U. and Wurzer, G. (eds.) Digital design reconsidered: proceedings of the 41st Education and research in computer aided architectural design in Europe (eCAADe) conference 2023 (eCAADe 2023), 20-23 September 2023, Graz, Austria. Berlin: eCAADe, volume 1, pages 709-718. Hosted on CumInCAD [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2023.1.709

This paper investigates the potential integration of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies with Additive Manufacturing in the context of architectural design and fabrication. The study aims to identify knowledge gaps, explore the affinity be... Read More about Decentralised additive manufacturing for architecture: exploring the integration of distributed ledger technologies with 3D printing..

Mass-customisation of dwellings in the Middle East: developing a design-to-fabrication framework to resolve the housing crisis in Saudi Arabia. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
ABDULMAJEED, A., AGKATHIDIS, A., LOMBARDI, D. and DOUNAS, T. 2023. Mass-customisation of dwellings in the Middle East: developing a design-to-fabrication framework to resolve the housing crisis in Saudi Arabia. In Dokonal, W., Hirschberg, U. and Wurzer, G. (eds.) Digital design reconsidered: proceedings of the 41st Education and research in computer aided architectural design in Europe (eCAADe) conference 2023 (eCAADe 2023), 20-23 September 2023, Graz, Austria. Berlin: eCAADe, volume 2, pages 157-164. Hosted on CumInCAD [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2023.2.157

The Saudi government is taking the initiative to modernise the country and address critical challenges. One of its primary goals is to relieve the housing deficit. One of the challenges in supplying the houses is that potential inhabitants have denie... Read More about Mass-customisation of dwellings in the Middle East: developing a design-to-fabrication framework to resolve the housing crisis in Saudi Arabia..

Assessment of multi-stakeholders' collaborative efforts during and after oil pipelines disaster in Nigeria. (2023)
Thesis
JOHNSON, F.I. 2023. Assessment of multi-stakeholders' collaborative efforts during and after oil pipelines disaster in Nigeria. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2270849

Nigeria has experienced significant losses in terms of economy, ecology and human lives due to pipeline disasters. These incidents can have devastating consequences for the environment, individuals and communities. Previous research has emphasized th... Read More about Assessment of multi-stakeholders' collaborative efforts during and after oil pipelines disaster in Nigeria..

Developing a sustainability rating framework and indicator decision sub-logic for highway design and construction sector in Nigeria. (2023)
Thesis
UCHEHARA, I. 2023. Developing a sustainability rating framework and indicator decision sub-logic for highway design and construction sector in Nigeria. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2271507

Highway infrastructure development projects improve living standards across communities and cities, and increase the economic growth and societal expectations of a country. Due to anthropogenic activities, the use of sustainability strategies is enco... Read More about Developing a sustainability rating framework and indicator decision sub-logic for highway design and construction sector in Nigeria..

Building information modelling (BIM) and energy simulation tools for efficient energy modelling and analysis. (2023)
Presentation / Conference
ARISOKWU, C., BEN-BULAUN, D., OGUNNUSI, M. and OMOTAYO, T. 2023. Building information modelling (BIM) and energy simulation tools for efficient energy modelling and analysis. Presented at the 2023 International sustainable ecological engineering design for society (SEEDS 2023): decarbonisation or demise; sustainable solutions for resilient communities, 29-31 August 2023, Ipswich, UK.

Due to the growing concerns of climate change, the cost of energy, energy security and energy consumption in buildings has become a critical problem globally. As sustainability principles propose, a solution must be found to optimise and minimise bui... Read More about Building information modelling (BIM) and energy simulation tools for efficient energy modelling and analysis..

Rethinking engagement in urban design: reimagining the value of co-design and participation at every stage of planning for autonomous vehicles. (2023)
Journal Article
BELKOURI, D., KHAIRY, L., LAING, R. and LANNG, D.B. 2023. Rethinking engagement in urban design: reimagining the value of co-design and participation at every stage of planning for autonomous vehicles. Archnet-IJAR [online], Ahead-of-print. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/arch-04-2023-0110

The practical demonstrations and research which led to the preparation of this paper involved a combination of stakeholder engagement, policy debate and the practical demonstration and testing of autonomous vehicles. By adhering to a design approach... Read More about Rethinking engagement in urban design: reimagining the value of co-design and participation at every stage of planning for autonomous vehicles..

Evolution of recording methods: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project. (2023)
Journal Article
PRITCHARD, D., GRIFFO, M., ATTENNI, M., BARNI, R., BIANCHINI, C., INGLESE, C. and LEY, Y. 2023. Evolution of recording methods: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project. International archives of the photogrammetry, remote sensing and spatial information sciences [online], volume XLVII-M-2-2023: proceedings of the 29th Comité International de la Photogrammétrie Architecturale symposium (CIPA 2023): documenting, understanding, preserving cultural heritage: humanities and digital technologies for shaping the future, 25-30 June 2023, Florence, Italy, pages 1241-1249. Available from: https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-Archives-XLVIII-M-2-2023-1241-2023

Modern terrestrial laser scanners and photogrammetric imaging systems can provide highly accurate and objective as-built records of existing architectural, engineering, and industrial sites. This comprehensive digital recording benefits culturally si... Read More about Evolution of recording methods: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project..

The vaulting system of the Palatine Chapel: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project. (2023)
Journal Article
ATTENNI, M., BARNI, R., BIANCHINI, C., GRIFFO, M., INGLESE, C., LEY, Y., PRITCHARD, D. and VILLA, G. 2023. The vaulting system of the Palatine Chapel: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project. International archives of the photogrammetry, remote sensing and spatial information sciences [online], volume XLVIII-M-2-2023: proceedings of the 29th CIPA (Comité International de la Photogrammétrie Architecturale) symposium 2023 (CIAP2023): document, understanding, preserving cultural heritage; humanities and digital technologies for shaping the future, 25-30 June 2023, Florence, Italy, pages 119-128. Available from: Available from: https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-Archives-XLVIII-M-2-2023-119-2023

As part of a comprehensive survey and modelling project involving the Aachen Cathedral, this paper focuses on its oldest part, the Palatine Chapel, a domed octagonal hall supported by eight piers and enveloped by a sixteen-sided outer wall. Working o... Read More about The vaulting system of the Palatine Chapel: the Aachen Cathedral world heritage site documentation project..

Establishing the limitations of sustainable construction in developing countries: a systematic literature review using PRISMA. (2023)
Journal Article
OGUNMAKINDE, O.E., EGBELAKIN, T., SHER, W., OMOTAYO, T. and OGUNNUSI, M. 2023. Establishing the limitations of sustainable construction in developing countries: a systematic literature review using PRISMA. Smart and sustainable built environment [online], Early Cite. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-10-2022-0223

Establishing a more sustainable built environment is an increasing global concern for the construction industry. Despite the intrinsic and extrinsic obstacles the stakeholders face, huge efforts are required to transition to a smooth, sustainable con... Read More about Establishing the limitations of sustainable construction in developing countries: a systematic literature review using PRISMA..