A study on intelligent building models

Lu, X. S., Clements-Croome, D. and Viljanen, M. (2008) A study on intelligent building models. In: Liu, J. J., Zhang, T. F. and Zhai, Z. Q. (eds.) First International Conference on Building Energy and Environment, Proceedings Vols 1-3. Dalian Univ Technol Press, Dalian, pp. 1803-1810. ISBN 9780981688169

Abstract/Summary

Mathematical models devoted to different aspects of building studies and brought about a significant shift in the way we view buildings. From this background a new definition of building has emerged known as intelligent building that requires integration of a variety of computer-based complex systems. Research relevant to intelligent continues to grow at a much faster pace. This paper is a review of different mathematical models described in literature, which make use of different mathematical methodologies, and are intended for intelligent building studies without complex mathematical details. Models are discussed under a wide classification. Mathematical abstract level of the applied models is detailed and integrated with its literature. The goal of this paper is to present a comprehensive account of the achievements and status of mathematical models in intelligent building research. and to suggest future directions in models.