The four topics for
this blog post, databases, networks, sociology, and the future, are very
important components with regards to "Intelligent Buildings" and the
technology which is used to develop these designs.
A database, which is
an organized collection of data that is accessed using a database management
system (DBMS) to allow a user to interact with one or
more databases and provides access to all of the data contained in the
database, can be utilized for a number of applications when considering
intelligent building design. An article [1] by the Journal of Wind Engineering
and Industrial Aerodynamics presented the idea of utilizing database-assisted
design in the estimation of tornado loads on wood-framed buildings. The article
stated that in order to be able to assess the intensity of tornado loads on a
structure, a series of databases containing specific information about the
properties of the tornados was created and analyzed to produce an accurate
representation of predicted tornado loads. I believe that this article presents
one application of the utilization of database systems in the design of
intelligent buildings.
The second component mentioned before that has a
significant impact on intelligent building design is the implementation of
networks in the design process. In an article [2] by the Journal of Wavelength
technology, the evolving trends in the architecture design and computer
modeling of a metropolitan network were observed. A network is a group of two or more computer
systems linked together. In the article, the author presented
information on how many extensive networks there are and how the data and
traffic along these networks is slowed. The article continued to explain the
importance of networks and how they are not only implemented between personal
computer system, but also their significance in the communication between infinitesimally
small computers. Overall, this article presented the metro network architecture
evolution trends over the course of the past few years. Everyday, ordinary
people have access to networks without even knowing it. Today, many social
media networks, such as Facebook and Twitter, are used to connect people
virtually. Unlike many things which cease to exist, the growth of networks and
their capabilities is inevitable, allowing for more applications, such as
construction.
The third topic related to intelligent building design
mentioned above was sociology. As time goes on and technology continues to
advance at a very rapid pace, the research and development of the field of
artificial intelligence is also rapidly growing. In the article, “Artificial
Intelligence,” [3] the author explains the development and testing of a
condition-monitoring sub-module of an integrated plant maintenance management
application which is based off artificial intelligence. The article presents
problems with utilizing this design as well as benefits. According to the
article, benefits of implantation of AI software in a plant included the
following: reduction in machine down time, reduction in skill level for
maintenance activities, ease of maintenance, speedy response and affordable
cost. Whether we like it or not, the future technological advancements of the
world will have a significant impact on how we live. The changes that come will
benefit the lives of everyday people, as long as those everyday people are
willing to adapt to the coming changes.
The future of intelligent building design is very broad and
open to exploration. For years, personal computers and the ways which they are
used have been more readily available. As seen in the article about the
development of artificial intelligence, the ways which we utilize computers to
perform everyday tasks is becoming more advanced as time goes on. If additional
advancement of technology was to continue at the pace which it is currently
going, I believe that within a matter of years, artificial intelligence
technology will be so advanced that it will be utilized in the “smart”
construction of “intelligent” buildings.
Comments:
Matthew Zabiega:
Matthew,
I find it very interesting that 3-D printing has been around
for such a long time and that it is just now becoming readily available to the
public. I, personally, have not been able to witness 3-D printing occurring or have
even to see a 3-D printer. I believe that I read somewhere that they have even
begun using 3-D printing to print concrete to use for structures. So maybe we
are not too far from this being a constantly implemented component in
intelligent building design.
Sources:
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