Implementation of occupant-centric building control
Developing and validating HVAC control strategies driven by real-time occupant information.
Research
MRT-based air-conditioner control (Kuwait)
Predicting mean radiant temperature with machine learning to drive rooftop package A/C in the Kuwaiti climate.
Optimal placement of adsorptive material for IAQ
CFD-driven algorithm that finds the best installation location of adsorptive material in residential buildings.
Slim double-skin window (SDSW)
CFD and experimental analysis of a naturally-ventilated slim double-skin window for energy savings.
Ventilation strategies to reduce particulate matter
Pressurized-ventilation control strategies validated in classrooms to lower PM concentrations.
Vision-based estimation of occupant information
Estimating metabolic rate and clothing insulation from computer vision — for thermal-comfort-aware HVAC control.