Projects

Bucharest University Campus
Urban wind turbine feasibility study

BuildWind was asked by EFdeN to perform Computational Fluid Dynamic simulations of the wind flow on the Bucharest University campus in order to study the feasibility and optimal location of a micro wind turbine. Simulations were performed for 12 wind directions and for several wind speeds along each direction, according to meteorological statistical data. Results were examined using numerical algorithms to analyze wind speed, turbulence intensity and produced wind power from the ground to 30 m height.

Campus Drie Eiken
Wind comfort and safety at pedestrian level and on terraces

BuildWind was asked by Polo Architects and LIFE NV to perform a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) wind study aimed at assessing the effect of 3 proposed buildings in the area of the Drie Eiken Campus in Antwerp. The study aimed at predicting the aerodynamics of the proposed buildings and their impact on wind comfort and safety at pedestrian level and on terraces. The study was conducted according to the specifications of the NEN 8100 standard.

Building in Tehran
Preliminary wind analysis

This is a preliminary wind analysis of a proposed building in the city of Tehran. The wind flow around buildings was simulated using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for the most frequent wind direction. CFD allowed to understand the wind flow phenomena on the complex façade and around the proposed building, and to identify solutions to mitigate distress and guarantee safety at pedestrian level and on terraces.

Sky-Walls
Performance of a triple-glazing system with variable heat transfer characteristics

BuildWind was asked by Sky-Walls to perform a study aimed at assessing the performance of their glazing solution by means of CFD simulation. The Sky-Walls system features a triple-glazing equipped with a series of fans in each cavity aimed at controlling the heat transfer characteristics.

Parc Stormy
Impact of new buildings on wind turbine energy output

BuildWind was asked by Cenin Renewables Ltd to assess the impact of a set of proposed buildings on the performance of two wind turbines on the Parc Stormy site. The performance was evaluated in terms of predicted wind power and annual energy production (AEP) for the two wind turbines according to CFD simulations. The annual energy production (AEP) was calculated for each of the 12 wind directions from the power probability distribution curves according to the frequencies reported on meteorological data.

Fluid dynamic simulation of air flow in an office space with workers

Haseeb Ahmed is an American research-based artist who lives and works in Brussels, Belgium. He produces objects, installations and films. Ahmed integrates methodologies from the hard sciences into his art works. BuildWind was asked by Ahmed to perform a CFD simulation of an office space with workers for Pneuma In and Out (2020). Ahmed’s purpose is to render visible both the otherwise invisible air and labor conditions at stake in work environments, such as in an office space.

Mechelen Train Station
Aerodynamics and wind actions

BuildWind was asked by the Belgian national railway company NMBS-SNCB to conduct a CFD study of the aerodynamics of the new Mechelen station building focused on the wind actions on its façade and roof.

International Finance Forum
Preliminary wind analysis

This is a preliminary wind analysis of the International Finance Forum permanent conference site in Guangzhou Nansha New Area, China. The wind flow around buildings has been simulated using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). CFD allowed to understand the wind flow phenomena and identify solutions to mitigate distress and guarantee safety.

Les Docks
Wind of comfort and safety

This study concerns an area located in Marseilles, France. Wind speed and aerodynamic forces have been evaluated by means of numerical simulation in order to assess the safety and comfort around buildings close to the harbour.

Wind comfort and safety on a building terrace (France, confidential location)

Computational fluid dynamics is a powerful tool to investigate how wind affects particular areas of a building, such as terraces, balconies, passages, courtyards, in order to guarantee the appropriate level of comfort and safety. Engineers’ expertise is fundamental to identify the architectural elements which can have a significant role in the analysis of the airflow around and inside these areas. On the basis of accurate CFD results, BuildWind engineers are able to suggest innovative or convenient solutions to mitigate possible fluid dynamic issues.

Himalayan mountain hut

This study has been commissioned by Sara Gottardo, an architect based in Paris, for an international architectural competition. Participants were asked to submit clever and inventive proposals for a feasible and efficient Himalayan Mountain Hut to be positioned along any of the trekking trails in order to provide trekkers safe, comfortable and inviting lodgings. The core of this project is the dome. BuildWind performed simulations of the aerodynamics and heat transfer in order to assess the technical feasibility of the project.

Bucharest University CampusUrban wind turbine feasibility study

Campus Drie EikenWind comfort and safety at pedestrian level and on terraces

Building in TehranPreliminary wind analysis

Sky-WallsPerformance of a triple-glazing system with variable heat transfer characteristics

Parc StormyImpact of new buildings on wind turbine energy output