Mohamed Hssan Hassan Abdelhafez
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View article: Campus urbanism in peripheral cities: Enhancing social engagement and sustainable investment in Hail University, Saudi Arabia
Campus urbanism in peripheral cities: Enhancing social engagement and sustainable investment in Hail University, Saudi Arabia Open
Introduction This study investigates the evolving role of university campuses in driving urban and social development, with a specific focus on Hail University in Saudi Arabia. It explores how peripheral higher education institutions can a…
View article: Beyond Buildings: How Does Sustainable Campus Design Shape Student Lives? Hail University as a Case Study
Beyond Buildings: How Does Sustainable Campus Design Shape Student Lives? Hail University as a Case Study Open
Sustainable campus design plays a vital role in shaping student well-being, academic performance, and institutional adaptability. This study investigates how sustainable design strategies influence student life at Hail University, Saudi Ar…
View article: Integrating Hydrodynamic Modelling and Remote Sensing for Spatiotemporal Analysis of Wadi Thuwal Basin Flood Hazards Affecting the Haramain Train Pathway
Integrating Hydrodynamic Modelling and Remote Sensing for Spatiotemporal Analysis of Wadi Thuwal Basin Flood Hazards Affecting the Haramain Train Pathway Open
Spatiotemporal analysis to create accurate flood simulations in arid environments and hydrological unmeasured valley basins is one of the most important challenges in flood risk studies. This study investigated the flood risks that the tor…
View article: Assessing Mosque Energy Efficiency Using Smart Occupancy Sensors to Mitigate Climate Change in Hot Regions
Assessing Mosque Energy Efficiency Using Smart Occupancy Sensors to Mitigate Climate Change in Hot Regions Open
Mosques are distinguished from other buildings functionally and operationally, so there has recently been great interest in the energy consumption inside them in Egypt. Consequently, the novel proposed methodology in this study is integrat…
View article: Urban geometry as a climate adaptation strategy for enhancing outdoor thermal comfort in a hot desert climate
Urban geometry as a climate adaptation strategy for enhancing outdoor thermal comfort in a hot desert climate Open
This study aimed to assess the impact of varying street canyon geometries on outdoor thermal comfort in two Egyptian cities with distinct climates: Aswan, located in the southern desert region, and Alexandria, on the northern coast. The de…
View article: Multi-objective optimization of switchable suspended particle device vacuum glazing for comfort and energy efficiency in school typologies under hot climate
Multi-objective optimization of switchable suspended particle device vacuum glazing for comfort and energy efficiency in school typologies under hot climate Open
This study focuses on the multi-objective optimization of a switchable Suspended Particle Device (SPD) vacuum glazing system to reduce energy use while ensuring thermal and visual comfort in schools located in arid desert environments. A d…
View article: Spatial Suitability Index for Sustainable Urban Development in Desert Hinterland Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Multicriteria Decision-Making Approach
Spatial Suitability Index for Sustainable Urban Development in Desert Hinterland Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Multicriteria Decision-Making Approach Open
This study uses the Aswan Governorate model in southern Upper Egypt to determine the spatial suitability of sustainable urban development in the Egyptian deserts, ensure resource sustainability, and contribute to environmentally sustainabl…
View article: Investigating the Thermal and Energy Performance of Advanced Glazing Systems in the Context of Hail City, KSA
Investigating the Thermal and Energy Performance of Advanced Glazing Systems in the Context of Hail City, KSA Open
Most new housing designs in Saudi Arabia are created to meet the client’s needs with minimal regard for environmental or energy-related considerations, resulting in buildings’ poor thermal performance and a growing reliance on artificial m…
View article: Simulation of Urban Areas Exposed to Hazardous Flash Flooding Scenarios in Hail City
Simulation of Urban Areas Exposed to Hazardous Flash Flooding Scenarios in Hail City Open
According to the United Nations (UN), an additional 1.35 billion people will live in cities by 2030. Well-planned measures are essential for reducing the risk of flash floods. Flash floods typically inflict more damage in densely populated…
View article: The Rehabilitation of the Historic Barzan Traditional Market and Its Impact on Cultural Tourism in Hail City
The Rehabilitation of the Historic Barzan Traditional Market and Its Impact on Cultural Tourism in Hail City Open
Hail is regarded as one of the richest cities in Saudi Arabia in terms of heritage sites. The city center, where the Barzan marketplace is located, is regarded as critical to the city’s cultural tourism. The purpose of this study is to und…
View article: Achieving Effective Thermal Performance of Street Canyons in Various Climatic Zones
Achieving Effective Thermal Performance of Street Canyons in Various Climatic Zones Open
Outdoor thermal comfort is one of the essential characteristics of effective urban planning. The aspect ratio and orientation of the street canyon influence the thermal performance. Regulations standardize construction rules without accoun…
View article: An Assessment of External Wall Retrofitting Strategies Using GRC Materials in Hot Desert Regions
An Assessment of External Wall Retrofitting Strategies Using GRC Materials in Hot Desert Regions Open
Due to urbanization, population growth, and the consequences of climate change, the usage of energy for cooling has increased considerably in recent years. Passive climate measures, on the other hand, could alleviate the situation by reduc…
View article: The Use of Double-Skin Façades to Improve the Energy Consumption of High-Rise Office Buildings in a Mediterranean Climate (Csa)
The Use of Double-Skin Façades to Improve the Energy Consumption of High-Rise Office Buildings in a Mediterranean Climate (Csa) Open
Engineers use double-skin façades (DSF) to lower the energy consumption of buildings as they can potentially control incoming wind speeds and the amount of solar heat gain. The purpose of this present study was to (1) evaluate the use of D…
View article: CFD Analysis of Wind Distribution around Buildings in Low-Density Urban Community
CFD Analysis of Wind Distribution around Buildings in Low-Density Urban Community Open
The computational fluid dynamics (CFDs) models based on the steady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations (RANSs) using the k−ω two-equation turbulence model are considered in order to estimate the wind flow distribution around building…
View article: Development of a Mosque Design for a Hot, Dry Climate Based on a Holistic Bioclimatic Vision
Development of a Mosque Design for a Hot, Dry Climate Based on a Holistic Bioclimatic Vision Open
Over 50% of the total energy consumed by buildings in a hot and dry climate goes toward the cooling regime during the harsh months. Non-residential buildings, especially houses of worship, need a tremendous amount of energy to create a com…
View article: Use of Insulation Based on Nanomaterials to Improve Energy Efficiency of Residential Buildings in a Hot Desert Climate
Use of Insulation Based on Nanomaterials to Improve Energy Efficiency of Residential Buildings in a Hot Desert Climate Open
Building insulation based on nanomaterials is considered one of the most effective means of reducing energy consumption in the hot desert climate. The application of an energy-efficient insulation system can significantly decrease the ener…
View article: The Effects of Steam-Curing on the Properties of Concrete
The Effects of Steam-Curing on the Properties of Concrete Open
Worldwide, concrete is the most preferred construction material. The steam curing method is favored when there is a need for accelerating strength. This paper presents the study of the compressive and flexural tensile strength of concrete …
View article: Integrating Solar Photovoltaics in Residential Buildings: Towards Zero Energy Buildings in Hail City, KSA
Integrating Solar Photovoltaics in Residential Buildings: Towards Zero Energy Buildings in Hail City, KSA Open
In recent years, most cities have faced great demand for electricity supply due to rapid population growth and industrialization. Supplying sufficient electrical energy, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, is one of the major concerns…
View article: Investigating Fourteen Countries to Maximum the Economy Benefit by Using Offline Reconfiguration for Medium Scale PV Array Arrangements
Investigating Fourteen Countries to Maximum the Economy Benefit by Using Offline Reconfiguration for Medium Scale PV Array Arrangements Open
Over the past few years, electricity demand has been on the rise. This has resulted in renewable energy resources being used rapidly, considering the shortage as well as the environmental impacts of fossil fuel. A renewable energy source t…
View article: Impact of Endogenous Risk Factors on Risk Cost in PPP Projects in Saudi Arabia
Impact of Endogenous Risk Factors on Risk Cost in PPP Projects in Saudi Arabia Open
The formation of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contracts is based on the grounds that the construction, progress, operation, and investment of a project must be allocated to a private organization under a contract. The risks associa…
View article: Impact of Endogenous Risk Factors on Risk Cost in PPP Projects in Saudi Arabia
Impact of Endogenous Risk Factors on Risk Cost in PPP Projects in Saudi Arabia Open
The formation of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contracts is based on the grounds that the construction, progress, operation, and investment of a project must be allocated to a private organization under a contract. The risks associa…
View article: Spirituality and sustainable development goals
Spirituality and sustainable development goals Open
View article: THE DEGREE OF URBAN PATTERNS COMPACTNESS AS A PASSIVE COOLING STRATEGY IN HOT DESERT CLIMATE "WADI KARKAR VILLAGES – ASWAN AS A CASE STUDY"
THE DEGREE OF URBAN PATTERNS COMPACTNESS AS A PASSIVE COOLING STRATEGY IN HOT DESERT CLIMATE "WADI KARKAR VILLAGES – ASWAN AS A CASE STUDY" Open
Pedestrian thermal comfort is related to the urban patterns generated from a specific urban planning methodology. It is noteworthy that urban planning process in Egypt does not consider passive urban design strategies to help reduce heat s…
View article: Internalizing the core values in our daily life as Muslim professionals
Internalizing the core values in our daily life as Muslim professionals Open