Comparison of different types of transparent structures for high-rise buildings with a fully glazed facade

摘要

Transparent structures are widely used in the construction of modern high-rise buildings. It is necessary to consider a number of important features in selecting of suitable design of the construction. These are energy efficiency, durability, simplicity of installation, exterior of the building, cost of the construction and payback period. The aim of this work is to determine the most appropriate transparent structure for high-rise buildings with a fully glazed facade according to these requirements. Accomplish this aim such challenges as comparison of characteristics of different methods of glazing, energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness problems were figured out. Basing on this comparison, most suitable transparent structures for the various priority factors have been identified.