An investigation of snow drifting on flat roofs: Wind tunnel tests and numerical simulations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.coldregions.2019.03.016
Abstract: Abstract In snowy areas, the accurate prediction of snow distributions on roofs plays an important role in designing structures. The process of snow accumulations on roofs is complicated due to the action of wind, which… read more here.
Keywords: flat roof; velocity; wind; flat roofs ... See more keywords
Urban rooftops near sports pitches provide a safe haven for a declining shorebird
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-59693-1
Abstract: Urbanisation has contributed to a severe decline in biodiversity worldwide. However, urban ecosystems can also play an important role in the conservation of threatened species, including ground-nesting birds such as the Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus).… read more here.
Keywords: study; reproductive success; urban rooftops; eurasian oystercatcher ... See more keywords
Numerical Simulation and Optimization of Wind Effects of Porous Parapets on Low-Rise Buildings with Flat Roofs
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DOI: 10.1155/2019/3402613
Abstract: This paper presents a procedure to optimize the porosity of parapets to improve the aerodynamic behavior of low-rise buildings with flat roofs, by coupling an optimization algorithm and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The performance… read more here.
Keywords: buildings flat; low rise; parapet; flat roofs ... See more keywords
Modular and Prefabricated System for Waterproofing and Insulation of Flat Roofs
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings13061438
Abstract: Recently, there has been an attempt to implement increasingly significant prefabrication in building construction, since this method is considered to represent an opportunity to reduce impacts in the construction sector. For pitched roofs, there have… read more here.
Keywords: prefabricated system; flat roofs; system waterproofing; modular prefabricated ... See more keywords
Calculation of the Risk of Lawsuits over Construction Flaws in Flat Roofs
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DOI: 10.3390/su11185099
Abstract: In order to achieve sustainability objectives in the use of a building, its elements’ operating problems should be minimized. From this premise, a total of 497 cases related to construction flaws in flat roofs were… read more here.
Keywords: risk lawsuits; construction; flat roofs; construction flaws ... See more keywords
Flat Roofs Renovation Planning on Public Buildings Using Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Analysis
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DOI: 10.3390/su15076280
Abstract: Renovation of flat roofs typically involves repairing or replacing the existing roof to improve its performance and extend its lifespan. The renovation process may include a range of tasks depending on the condition of the… read more here.
Keywords: renovation; flat roofs; renovation planning; criteria analysis ... See more keywords
Reusing Thermal Insulation Materials: Reuse Potential and Durability Assessment of Stone Wool Insulation in Flat Roofs
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DOI: 10.3390/su16041657
Abstract: In the building renovation industry, a growing volume of discarded insulation materials, such as stone wool insulation, prematurely finds its way to landfills or incinerators after building demolitions. However, these materials often did not reach… read more here.
Keywords: stone wool; wool insulation; insulation; flat roofs ... See more keywords