Publications / 2015 Proceedings of the 32nd ISARC, Oulu, Finland

Active Building Structure and Envelope

Wen Pan, Seongki Lee, Thomas Bock
Pages 1-7 (2015 Proceedings of the 32nd ISARC, Oulu, Finland, ISBN 978-951-758-597-2, ISSN 2413-5844)
Abstract:

Using the abstract idea of considering a building as a human body. For instance if we consider the structure and envelope of the building to be the skeletal system and the skin, then the technological, managerial, production and assembly systems of the building would be the nervous system and cardiovascular system. Explore: The potential of using advanced construction method and other alternative concepts to underpin new approaches in the making of future building systems. The proposal will allow buildings to adjust, interact and respond to the changes of any condition. Put simply, when we feel cold or warm, happy or sad, our body reacts according to the situation, just as a future building would. The active building system can be used for new construction project as well as be compatible with existing structures. The approach emphasizes the concept that building should not be erected as a permanent form, but should be flexible, active or even mobile; it should offer interchangeability, interaction between building elements and end-users and be adaptable throughout its entire life-cycle. Furthermore, the concept of self-diagnosis function will enable the building system to interact and respond to changing surroundings and also detect malfunctions and call for rapid repairs. Results & The proposed building system will reflect the most multi-disciplinary approach and state-of the art technologies within building design, manufacturing, on-site construction (assembly, installation), maintenance, deconstruction and recycling.

Keywords: Active building system, Adaptable, Advanced construction,