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Aburas, S. (2019). Thermochromic smart window technologies for building application: A review.                 Applied Energy, 255, 113522. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.113522[EC1] 

In this article, Marina Aburas, Veronica Soeberto, Terrence Williamson, Runqi Liang, Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem and Yupeng Wu (2019) focus on the applications of thermochromic (temperature to colour change) window technology in building applications in the energy saving technology area, through computer simulations, experiments held outdoors and a collection of external research ranging from 2009 to 2019.  An experiment using eight thermochromic window types was conducted using a physical test room with simulations to illustrate the effects of a thermochromic coating application. The simulation demonstrated how sun radiation influences temperature in the glass and reduces heat entering into the room while maintaining transparency of the material. Through additional research, it was found that having thermochromic window could save up to 73% energy consumed in buildings. The article further highlighted many factors open for consideration. One of which is the ability to be customised according to building conditions such as air-conditioning settings, occupancy percentage, position of thermochromic glazing and the layering types of windows.

This article provides useful information for our research project on the use of smart windows in commercial buildings. Using advanced technology, such as incorporating thermochromic material into our window product could result in greater reduction of the energy consumed to cool the building. This could allow the building to be more versatile to achieve optimum thermal and visual comfort for occupants, hence enhancing sustainability of the building. Although the experiments were not performed in Singapore, the article still provides relevant information and considerations regarding window technology which plays a significant part in our research project.


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