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Building Physics: Energy and Glazing

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AR-341: Building systems and climate adaptation

Le cours est une initiation aux spécificités et à la méthodologie du projet de réhabilitation. Après un diagnostic d'un bâtiment existant, les étudiants sont amené à proposer des stratégies d'interventions ainsi que de vérifier la pertinence et l'adéquatio ...

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This lecture covers the thermal balance of a passive solar facade using the LESOSAI software, discussing elements like glazing, wooden beams, and stiffeners. It also delves into ventilation, heating regulation, and the optimization of building envelopes.

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