AI: DOES IT HAVE A PLACE IN BUILDING SIMULATION?

摘要

Artificial intelligence (Al) technologies and simulation technologies can be combined to support excellent decisions throughout the whole building process. AI technologies are briefly reviewed. Simulation is generalized as a means to predict building performance whether In the building process or in the response of the building in use to its natural and man-made environments. Al can assist the decision maker in selecting the simulation scheme, detailing and conducting the simulation, and assessing the validity and meaning of the results of simulation. Simulation can assist the knowledge engineer in the formulation of knowledge bases to guide in decision making for various building problems. Al and simulation technologies are identified as natural and powerful partners for the guidance of decision makers in all phases of the building process. Substantial research, development, and education will be required to realize the potential of these technologies to increase the usefulness, safety, and economy of buildings.