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"Towards A Methodology For Studying The Impact Of Integrating Motion Systems In The External Envelope Of A Building On Natural Lighting Inside The Building– (An Applied Study On A Government School In Greater Cairo)", Nashwa Youssif

Journal of Engineering Research

يدرك المصمم ما للعناصر البيئية ولا سيما الإضاءة الطبيعية من دور فاعل في الوصول إلى تصميم ناجح يحقق أفضل أداء إستخدامي، فالإضاءة الطبيعية تذهب إلى صميم عمل المعماري فيستعين بها للإيحاء بشكل الفراغات ولونها وملمس سطوحها.

وهناك العديد من الأساليب الحديثة التي تساعد المعماري علي إتخاذ قراراته التصميمية الخاصة بتصميم المبنى وكيفية الإستفادة من الإضاءة الطبيعية داخل المباني، وهذه الأساليب تهدف إلى زيادة إحترام البيئة وتفترض تحسينات في النظم البيئية من العزل الحراري وإستغلال مصادر الطاقة الطبيعية والإهتمام بنظم الإضاءة الطبيعية والمواد البنائية.

وتعد تقنية دمج الأنظمة الحركية بالغلاف الخارجي للمبنى مع الإستفادة من الإضاءة الطبيعية داخل هذا …

Lessons Learned From Global Experiences Of Urban Competitiveness To Improve The Humanization Of Egyptian Cities, Asmaa Mostafa Elshamy

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This study explores the intricate relationship between urban competitiveness and urban humanization in the context of global capital cities and Cairo. By examining key indicators and conducting comprehensive statistical analyses, the study highlights the significance of prioritizing sustainable and inclusive urban development strategies that foster economic growth, social cohesion, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation. The findings emphasize the critical role of governments and policymakers in shaping vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments that prioritize the well-being and aspirations of residents. Drawing upon global best practices and lessons learned, the study offers valuable recommendations to enhance the urban competitiveness and humanization …

Global Events As An Approach For Urban Communities’ Development, Asmaa Mostafa Elshamy

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The study examined the role of global events in developing urban communities and the challenges facing the global events industry, as Dubai achieved revenue growth of 3.3% in 2024, and allocated a budget of 4% for infrastructure worth 2.6 billion dirhams, and the inflation rate in Dubai reached 2.5% in 2017. 2021, which confirms the efficiency of development in the city based on holding international events. The infrastructure in Qatar also increased by 7%, and the percentage of national income from tourism in Sharm El Sheikh reached 11.8%

The study clarifies the role of global activities as an input to …

Use Of Building Information Modeling (Bim) In The Management Of Construction Sector In Egypt, Asmaa Said Khalifa, Eman Attia, Hesham Awad

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Purpose – The application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology in Egypt is hindered by inadequacies or insufficient experience, as only a handful of companies and institutions are able to create three-dimensional models using this technology. Additionally, the majority of architectural education curricula do not fully incorporate BIM. The majority of Egyptian graduates in the fields of architecture, construction, and engineering lack the necessary knowledge or expertise to use BIM technology because universities in Egypt primarily focus on teaching CAD technology rather than BIM technology. This may be because BIM technology is still relatively new or because there aren't many …

The Bioremediation Effect Of Microalgae On Wastewater: A Green Technology Approach, Mohamed Ahmed Reda Hamed Dr, Marwa Abdelfattah Abdallah Dr

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The present study lays an emphasis on the microalgae-based for simultaneous wastewater bioremediation using Chlorella vulgaris and Micrococcus luteus mixed algal cultures to remove its constituent pollutants, amazing green technology guarantees benefits with the decrease in the formation of dangerous solid sludge. Ten days of fully monitoring laboratory experimental program were performed in batch cultures to investigate the effect of various dominant mixing ratios for attaining wastewater concentrations and different governing temperature ranges on the performance of microalgae treatment. The results revealed that there is a significant impact of both wastewater concentrations and temperature treatment conditions on the capability of …

Unlocking The Potential Of Rooftop Sustainable Systems: Understanding Barriers And Facilitators, Mahmoud Desouki, Taghreed A. El-Haddad

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Urbanization is reducing green spaces in old cities globally, including Egypt, adversely impacting air quality, climate, and psychological well-being. The rooftop has the potential to offer viable alternatives that provide multiple benefits. They can host sustainable systems, and foster social activities. Despite these advantages, their adoption in cities like Tanta the Egyptian city, one of the world's most densely populated cities with a shrinking per capita green space, remains limited. Most rooftops are often serving as dumping grounds for trash and unused items. This study aims to explore the reasons behind this underutilization to find ways to encourage the use …

Indicators And Evidence Of Environmental Sustainability For Pedestrian In Public Parks (Towards An Approach For Formulating A Guideline Evaluation Model), Nashwa Youssif

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يتناول البحث أحد المجالات التي فرضت تواجدها في الأونة الأخيرة علي الساحة العلمية والبحثية التي تتعلق بالعلاقة التبادلية التأثير بين الإنسان والفراغ العمراني حيث يتنامي الإهتمام بالخصائص الإنسانيه و مدي توافقها مع هذا الفراغ العمراني.

وتعد مسارات المشاة من أهم الحيزات العمرانية التى تشكل النسيج العمراني وأحد أهم وسائل التواصل الإجتماعي والثقافي والوظيفي نظرآ لإرتباطها بالغالبية العظمي من أفراد المجتمع، ومساعدتها على جذب العديـد من الأنشطة داخل الحدائق العامة. مما يشير إلي ضرورة الإهتمام بتحسين بيئة حركة المشاه كمدخل للتواصل والإستدامة.

ومن هنا تتمثل مشكلة البحث في نقص الدراسات حول تقييم العلاقة بين معايير الاستدامة التصميمية والنظم البيئية لمسارات المشاة …

Effect Of Parametric Design On The Functional Efficiency Of Administrative Buildings Case Study, ِAya Ibrahim, Mohammed Medhat Dorra, Tarek Ibrahim Nasreldin

Journal of Engineering Research

parametric design was the entrance of‏ the designer to inspire from nature to‏ achieve creativity and innovation in the form of the product, It provides a modern tool that‏ enabled the designer to deal with the forms, especially the complex one, and enhancing the designer's‏ ability to creativity and innovation.‏ As a result, a new design style known‏ as parametricism has been emerged. It is a style‏ characterized by characteristics through the complexity and dynamics of its‏ curved lines, for its various components and elements.‏The aim of current study to know that to what extent the use of the parametricism …

Employing Interactive Architecture Techniques In Architectural Design Methodologies To Retrieve Ancient Egyptian Identity, Dina Elwy Aly Hamed Hussein Dr. Lobna Abd-Allah Abd-Elfattah Agha , Dr. Azza Sobhi Ragab Elsakka

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Architectural projects often rely on modern technologies like smart architecture and environmental treatments, neglecting the principles and philosophy that reflect civilization, ideas, culture, and traditions. This leads to short-lived buildings that depend on these technologies without any purpose of preserving them. Technicians must constantly renew technology to improve production and without benefits, as threats of superior artificial intelligence have been warned, that autonomous machines may perform tasks without programmers understanding how to reach this level. Instead of relying solely on environmental or smart technology, we should make technology serve the design idea rather than relying solely on it. Considering this, …

The Effect Of Lighting In Color In The Interior Space Of The Residential Unit, Abd Elbary Eldininy Abd Elbary Eldininy

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ABSTRACT: Humanity is spending more and more time indoors, both at work and at home - with studies showing that we now spend 87% of our lives indoors. Residential environ ments both positively affect the mood and well-being of its occupants, just as places with poor and uncomfortable lighting and colors can make life miserable. This is why we are interested in this issue. The importance of knowing the issues of lighting and colors in order to obtain a well thought-out interior design. The interior designer has the ability to control in the quality of lighting of various types, artificial …

Green Facade Strategy To Mitigate Heat Islands, Arch. Aya Gamal Abdel Hamid Muhammad Prof. Mai Wahba Madkour... Dr. Rania Elghamry Ashmawy Tolba Elakab

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In the beginning of the twentieth century and the occurrence of the economic crisis that accompanied by a climate crisis, that one of its indicators the rise in temperatures and the formation of hot zones, especially in crowded cities, including Cairo in particular, as it is considered one of the crowded cities in the world, and this noticeable rise in temperatures in Some areas where hot zones form are called heat islands. This results because of the nature of the urban environment, which has a high building density, little natural landscape, and human and industrial activities that has a negative …

Light Structure Building Technology Towards Sustainable Environmental Design, Sally El-Sayed Prof. Dr. Mai Wahba Madkour2, Prof. Dr. Marwa Ahmed Kamer El-Dawla3

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The building and construction industry is one of the most important sectors globally , as it plays a vital role in providing housing and infrastructure that meets the needs of various communities , However , this industry is considered one of the largest contributors of negative environmental impacts in terms of consuming huge amounts of natural resources in an unsustainable manner and a subsequent increase in energy consumption .Therefore, it was necessary to find solutions and explore for new and sustainable construction methods to alleviate these problems .This research paper will focus on the use of light buildings and their …

Available Building Technology As A Tool For Developing Construction And Structure Systems., J. Q. . Nader Ibrahim Ismael

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The research aims to study the impact of available building technology in each era in the development of the constructional thought and implementation techniques used and its impact on the development of different types of buildings, through the emergence of different types of buildings and the development of buildings types in terms of shape and height, through the development of building materials used Whether construction materials or finishing materials, as well as used construction techniques and equipment, and the impact of all on the development of construction thought and construction systems through different eras . The research also represents an …

Increasing Occupancy Rates In Coastal Tourism Development At The Regional Level In Support Of A Sustainable Quality Of Life In Egypt, عبدالرحمن محمد عبدالقادر موسي

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إن استغلال الفراغات التي تمثل أكثر من 80% من مساحة المنتجعات السياحية الساحلية في الأنشطة الرياضية والترفيهية والثقافية والاجتماعية وتوفير الخدمات المختلفة عن طريق دعم الخدمات الإلكترونية التي تساعد الزائرين في قضاء وقت أكبر بتلك القري السياحية، مع تعلم السباحة وركوب الدرجات والتجديف والتسلق وركوب الخيل دعما لجودة الحياة ، حيث التمتع بالهواء المتجدد القادم من البحر بعيدا عن التلوث والضوضاء، ولزيادة الاستفادة والدعم يتم توفير وحدات فندقة لغير الملاك لزيادة الزوار والاتفاق مع المدارس والجامعات لتنشيط تلك الرحلات للشواطئ وممارسة الأنشطة المميزة لهؤلاء الشباب والاستفادة من الخدمات الجيدة والفراغات الصحية والهواء المتجدد وتعلم الرياضات الشاطئية المفيدة وذلك الاتجاه من …

Green Architecture Strategies To Achieve Sustainability In Buildings, Azza Sobhi Ragab Elsakka J. Q. Assos., Menna Ashraf Saeid Ali

Journal of Engineering Research

في الوقت الحالي توجد حاجة مُلحة لتطبيق معايير الاستدامة التي تعني المحافظة على الموارد الحالية و استخدامها بحيث لا تقل استفادة الأجيال القادمة من تلك الموارد ، و للاستدامة عدة جوانب لتطبيقها أحد تلك التطبيقات هي العمارة الخضراء ، العمارة الخضراء مرت بعدة مراحل بدءاً من القرن السابع عشر ( منذ العصر العثماني الاسلامي ) من خلال وجود بعض الأساليب الغير مباشرة في التصميم التي توفر التهوية و الإضاءة الطبيعية و حتى عصرنا هذا، حيث وُجد تقييم لأداء المبنى الأخضر من حيث أسلوب التصميم و الإنشاء بحيث لا يؤثر على البيئة تأثير سلبي و ما زال التطوير مستمر في إنشاء …

Enhancing Daylight Using Sustainable Natural Lighting Techniques In Modern Architecture, سارة حسني شعلان أ.م.د/ لبني عبد الفتاح أغا

Journal of Engineering Research

Natural lighting is one of the basic criteria for the architectural design process. It is one of the most important data that contributes to the design of architectural spaces and the manifestation of aesthetic values. In light of the global technological development and the scientific and information revolution, the role of the architect comes in highlighting the importance of natural lighting and its positive role in human biology, and reducing effort and psychological pressure in the event of Its use is an alternative to artificial lighting, as it increases human efficiency and achievement at work, in addition to giving a …

The Impact Of Green Infrastructure On Urban Heat Island Phenomenon In Existing Cities, Neveen Youssef Azmy Basant Elsayed Abu-Farrag, Walaa Abou El-Haggag Mehanna

Journal of Engineering Research

Rapid urbanization and overpopulation, along with a lack of green space, led to an increase in air temperature, lowering the rate of thermal comfort in dense urban areas, decreasing air quality, and increasing the urban heat island (UHI) phenomenon, particularly in existing cities. As a result, the research aims to reduce the UHI effect and improve the thermal performance of existing Egyptian cities by adopting green infrastructure (GI) principles and demonstrating their effectiveness on the UHI phenomenon. This research concentrates on the UHI phenomenon as one of the environmental issues facing urbanization and includes a review of green infrastructure (GI) …

Optimizing Fenestration Systems In Residential Buildings: A Parametric Analysis Of Egyptian Energy Codes' Impact On Thermal Comfort, Wafik El-Menshawi Ali F. Bakr , Amira A.Fathi

Journal of Engineering Research

- Fenestration systems, such as windows, doors, and skylights, play a crucial role in improving thermal comfort and reducing energy consumption in buildings. In Egypt, the energy code establishes standards for fenestration systems to promote energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction. Residential buildings account for a significant portion of total energy consumption, making the optimization of fenestration systems essential. This research focuses on studying the optimization of fenestration systems in Egyptian residential buildings through parametric analysis, considering energy standards and their impact on total energy gain and thermal comfort. The paper examines existing energy codes for fenestration systems and explores …

Towards Green Cities As An Approach To Achieve Climate Change Adaptation, Noha H. Hefnawy Nouran M. Ibrahim

Journal of Engineering Research

Climate change is a complicated problem and there is an urgent need for climate change adaptation. Cities are the primary drivers of social, economic, and technical progress. Green Cities are cities that show high environmental performance relative to adapting risks derived from climate change while maximizing the economic and social co-benefits. The Authors adopted a data collection strategy to review the issues, and difficulties caused by climate change and how green cities could assist in addressing them, then adopted a case study analysis to analyze the strategies used by Sharm El Sheikh in the transition to green city. The study …

Using Recycled Materials Towards Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Building In Hot Regions – A Review, Mai W. Madkour Hosny A. Dewer, And Shaimaa M. Refaat

Journal of Engineering Research

Due to population growth and increased urban activity, there is a rise in waste production, which poses health and environmental risks. Additionally, the extraction and transportation of natural resources to places of employment require significant energy consumption, and the world has therefore moved to seek new alternatives away from traditional construction methods by recycling building materials such as concrete, brick, glass, wood, etc., or using new building materials such as rice straw, plastics, corks, etc., taking into account architectural design. The research is aimed at demonstrating that recycled materials have the potential to perform a better environmental performance by preserving …

Sustainable Design In Open Service Campus Areas (The American University In Cairo As A Model), مصطفى منصور عبد المجي أ.م.د. زينب لطفى عبدالحكيم خليفة

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إن الجامعات المستدامة تعد اتجاهاً مستقبلياً معاصراً لابد أن تحرص مؤسسات التعليم العالي على تبني مبادئه، ووضع خارطة طريق مستقبلية، وتتطلب استدامة الجامعات مواجهة الكثير من التحديات الجغرافية لضمان توفير بيئة آمنه ومريحة مع الحد الأدنى من الهدر، وإيلاء اهتمام خاص لاحتياجات الطلاب وجميع العاملين بالجامعة، والقدرة على تخطيط وإدارة الحيزات الخدمية المفتوحة بها وإقامة المنشآت المستدامة.

Agile Vs Waterfall As An Approach For Effective Management Practices In Fit Out Projects (Preferences Of Project Managers), Moutaz M. El Baz 1

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Optimum time, cost & quality are the key objectives in managing fit-out projects. Waterfall and Agile are the most common approaches for achieving the project objectives. To determine the optimal managerial approach for fit-out projects, it was essential to study the project life cycle & phases, waterfall & agile methodologies & phases and the project management performance indicators. To achieve the research goals, a data gathering/analysis performed among three steps. Firstly, by performing qualitative research through semi-structured interviews with project management experts to verify the research hypothesis. Secondly, through studying the project & project management life cycle, phases and characteristics …

Improving Home Designs For Disease Prevention In Gated Communities And Satisfying Living Space Needs In Egypt: A Post-Pandemic Living Assessment, A. Moustafa Kamel Neveen Youssef Azmy, Shahira Sharaf Eldin

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Abstract Pandemics such as SARS and COVID-19 have highlighted the importance of preventing and controlling diseases. Virus transmission in residential buildings, especially multi-unit apartment complexes, has prompted calls for innovative housing designs. While Western countries prioritize physical and mental health in residential building design, China focuses on comfort, aesthetics, appearance, and lifestyle.

Studying The Problems Of Delayed Receipt Of University Buildings In Egypt During The Corona Pandemic, أ.د / مروه قمر الدولة أ.د / لبنى أغا

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على الرغم من وجود العديد من الدراسات السابقة في مجال تأخير مشاريع البناء. إلا أن هناك أبحاث محدودة جدًا تتناول تأثير كورونا على عوامل تأخر مشاريع البناء. وعليه فإن هذا البحث يتناول آراء المتخصصين حول تأثير جائحة كورونا على العوامل المسببة للتأخير في عملية البناء في مصر. ومن المتوقع أن تساهم نتائج هذا البحث في دراسة العوامل المسببة لهذا التأخير ومحاولة تقديم بعض التوصيات التي تساهم في وضع الخطط المستقبلية لمواجهة الظروف الاستثنائية المماثلة، يهدف هذا البحث إلى قياس أهمية العوامل المسببة للتأخير في عمليات البناء في مصر على مستوى المباني الجامعية بعد جائحة كورونا، وللوصول الى ذلك الهدف اتخذت …

The Design Of The Outer Casing Is Compatible With The Hot Climate Environment, حازم عز الدين قاسم نوبى محمد حسن مصطفى محمد سيد

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تعتبر المبانى العالية أحد أقل أنماط المبانى توافقاً مع البيئة والمناخ، وذلك بسبب إنعزالها عن النسيج العمرانى المحيط وتعرضها للعديد من العوامل المناخية بشكل أكبر من المبانى المنخفضة، لذا يعتبر الغلاف الخارجى هو العنصر الأهم فى تصميم المبنى العالي لكونه بمثابة الجدار الفاصل بين البيئة الخارجية ذات الظروف المناخية القاسية وبين البيئة الداخلية التى يجب الوصول فيها لراحة المستخدم الحرارية، حيث يعد الغلاف الخارجى هو المسئول عن ما يقرب من 60% من إجمالى الطاقة التى يستهلكها المبنى العالى وذلك فى أعمال التبريد والتهوية الصناعية [1].

Design Characteristics Of The External Envelope Of Modern High-Rise Buildings In Egypt: Concepts And Indicators Of Energy Performance, حازم عز الدين قاسم ، نوبى محمد حسن، مصطفى محمد سيد

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إعتمدت الدولة المصرية فى الآونة الأخيرة نمط المبانى العالية فى مخططاتها لمراكز مدن الجيل الرابع الجديدة الجارى إنشاؤها فى العديد من المناطق، وذلك فى إطار سعى الدولة لتغيير الخريطة العمرانية والتوسع في الإستثمار العقاري وخلق مجتمعات مواكبة للتطور العمراني والتكنولوجي بما يتوافق مع رؤية مصر٢٠٣٠، ومع البدء فى ظهور وإعتماد العشرات من مشروعات المبانى العالية فى مصر، أصبح من الضرورى دراسة تصميم الغلاف الخارجى لتلك المبانى ومدى ملاءمته للمناخ والبيئة المحلية، وذلك بهدف الوصول لأفضل أداء للطاقة وأعلى كفاءة للإستهلاك.

An Analytical Study Of Key Performance Indicators For Knowledge Management In Construction Companies, Marwa. M. Ahmed Ayman A.E. Othman, Essam Eldin. K. Mahrous

Journal of Engineering Research

The construction and building industry plays a pivotal role in both national and global economies, necessitating a focused approach in knowledge management (KM) strategies amid current market disruptions and economic uncertainties. For construction companies to plan and develop effective KM strategies, they must be measured and incorporated within the key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to construction companies. This research paper aims to review literature on knowledge management performance indicators (KM PIs) and rank their importance within the KPIs of contracting companies. Statistical analysis revealed that previous studies neglect KM PIs, such as, as some important techniques for KM, such as …

Heritage Preservation In Egyptian Villages And Centers, Azza Elsakka Ahmed Abdalwahaab , Ebtehal Fady Shareef

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Heritage holds deep significance as a collective memory and a source of pride for any society. However, in today's world, it has evolved beyond its symbolic status and emerged as a crucial factor in human development across various dimensions. Preserving and restoring heritage has thus become an urgent issue that demands extensive cooperation between governments, international society, and community associations.

Eco-Urbanism: Integrating The Transformation Of Sustainability Into City Design, Mira Ibrahim Helmi

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Eco-Urbanism, as a contemporary approach to city design, strives to seamlessly embed sustainability into the very fabric of urban environments. This abstract delves into the fundamental principles & aspirations of Eco-Urbanism, illustrating its commitment to catalysing a paradigm shift that harmonizes ecological, economic, social dimensions within cities. In a world increasingly defined by urbanization and ecological challenges, Eco-Urbanism emerges as an imperative response to the imperative for sustainable urban planning. It envisions cities that are not merely centres of growth but are purposefully designed to coexist with and protect their natural surroundings, nurture economic vitality, and champion social inclusivity. Key …

Assessing The Carbon Footprint And Environmental Consequences Of High-Pressure Laminate Utilization., Mira Ibrahim Helmi

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High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) stands as a prominent engineered decorative surface material, comprising layers of paper, resin, laminate, widely utilized in furniture, countertops, flooring, and wall panels. This study investigates the environmental impact of HPL through the lens of its carbon footprint, a metric quantifying the carbon dioxide emissions associated with its entire life cycle. A notable finding from the European Panel Federation (EPF) suggests that the carbon footprint of HPL approximates 1.2 kg CO2 eq/m2, revealing the emission intensity per square meter of produced material. [1]