COOL PASS BRICKS

EMERGEN-Z

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CHILL WITH EASE, WITH COOLPASS BREEZE

A compilation of previous works from Emergent 1 to Emergent 3 In Partial Fullfillment of Emergent Architecture 3 SY 2023-2024

Mentored by: Ar. Lyle La Madrid Ar. Cayner Curitana

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TIMELINE

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Development of concept of the cooling brick.

Exploring different design options, flow orientations and texture design..

Production of brick design from Term 1, with added variations that combined several concepts from different options.

Final brick design concept and production.

TERM 1 - EMERGE 1

TERM 2 - EMERGE 2

TERM 3 - EMERGE 3

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BACKGROUND OF THE STDY

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Cooling systems

In architecture, cooling systems are instruments that keep the temperature inside a building at a certain level that meets the desired thermal comfort.

Mechanical cooling

With the continuous rise of global warming, more people are being dependent on mechanical cooling systems just to stay cool

Philippine's status

Climate change has been a threat to a lot of countries, and according to the National Integrated Climate Change Database Information and Exchange System, the Philippines is the third most vulnerable country to climate change

Passive cooling

Passive cooling is not only beneficial for a structure's occupants, but it can also have a positive impact on the environment. The main goal of passive cooling is to reduce heat gain and increase heat loss

Emergent Architecture

Emergent Architecture is the combination of intentional architecture and emergent design. This type of architecture uses innovation to create a transition from old architectural techniques to emergent design methods that will introduce opportunities that will make us rethink how we can further improve.

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STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

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The increased rate of usage of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) appliances has contributed greatly to the deterioration of our Environment. HVAC Appliances benefit only the users while negatively affecting bystanders through the heat production required to cool the user’s space and the fossil fuels consumed during the process.

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METHODOLOGY

In this study, a quantitative experimental design will be used. Different designs shall be used for this project. Trials will be conducted to obtain accurate results that will determine the effectiveness and overall quality of passive cooling bricks and to determine which among the designs and materials will be best suited for this project.

1 Setting

4 Financial report

2 Procedures

5 Analysis Technique

3 Our Annual Impact

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ANNUAL IMPACT

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The intent of this research is to provide a sustainable product that focuses on passive cooling by using innovative techniques and eco-friendly materials.

Our focus is on generating a sustainable and efficient building material that can encourage passive cooling and lessen the use of HVAC Appliances in the country.

This research is committed to reporting and measuring the long term positive environmental impacts of passive cooling bricks by supporting six of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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CASE STUDY

COOLANT

BY ANT STUDIOS

HOW IT WORKS:

HOW IT WORKS: The Beehive enhances natural ventilation through the fluid dynamic shape of terracotta pots and sucks in the warm, outside air through each pot. The smart sensor based water distribution system intelligently drips water onto the pots by sensing the micro climate.

This water gets cooled through the action of evaporative cooling by the pots. When the outside air comes in contact with the chilled water, it gets cooled and the system releases hot air inside the space. Water HOW IT WORKS: used by the system is sensitively conserved This water gets cooled through the action of evaporative cooling by the pots. When by using acontact recycling system built the outside air comes in with the chilled water, it gets cooledinto and thethe system releases hot air inside the space. Water used by the system is sensitively conserved by usingBeehive. a recycling system built into the Beehive.

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CASE STUDY

ADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES

Cools environment while not producing heat

Design lacks flexibility

Cost Effective Cost Effective

Not aesthetically Cost Effective pleasing

42 C to 36 C 42 °C to 36 °C

42 C todesign 36 C Bulky

Energy Efficient Energy Efficient

Pattern be more Energycan Efficient efficient

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CASE STUDY

BAMBOO COOLING TOWER HOW IT WORKS:

HOW IT WORKS:

The bamboo cooling tower sits as a hyperboloid shape for structural stability. between the main poles sits a medium on which water flows with gravity. at the center of the system, meanwhile, is a blower that captures the hot air from above and pushes it down to lower levels. as it crosses the water twice, the air naturally cools down thanks to the adiabatic principle.

This water gets cooled through the action of evaporative cooling by the pots. When the outside air comes in contact with the chilled water, it gets cooled and the system HOWreleases IT WORKS:hot air inside the space. Water The bamboo tower features a grid of main poles that transfer water through gravity.

Then, at its center installed a blower taking the hot air from above and pushing it used by isthe system is sensitively conserved down at human height. As it crosses the water twice, the air is naturally cooled by the adiabatic principle. a recycling system built into the by using Beehive.

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CASE STUDY

ADVANTAGES Cools environment while not producing heat

Cost Effective Cost Effective

DISADVANTAGES Not compact in size

Design public use Costfor Effective only

Locally crafted with local materials

Low Technology

Longevity 42 C to 36not C yet calculated

Energy Efficient Energy Efficient & Sustainable

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SCIENTIFIC PHENOMENA

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COOLING EFFECT

Evaporation causes cooling because the process requires heat energy. The energy is taken away by the molecules when they convert from liquid into gas, and this causes cooling on the original surface.

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SCIENTIFIC PHENOMENA

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SPECIFIC COOLING EFFECT Passive Evaporative Cooling is a cooling method that uses the evaporation of water to cool the air. Its application is based on the availability of water resources and use of draughts into the building. The use of clay and porous ceramic in passive downdraught evaporative cooling has a track record in the vernacular architecture of many hot and dry regions of the world

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SCIENTIFIC PHENOMENA

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VENTURI EFFECT Venturi is observed that when a fluid or gas flows through a constricted passage, its velocity increases and its pressure drops.

This will result in a high wind blasts through the narrow canyon of a city street, is a reduction in air pressure that can tear a loosely set window from its frame.

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WHAT IS COOL PASS?

WHAT IS

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Cool Pass is a passive cooling brick designed to transform your living spaces to be comfortable. Leveraging venturi effect in tandem with the natural cooling properties of water, Cool Pass is poised to redefine your perception of indoor climate control.

The Cool Pass is not just a utilitarian also boast a modern design and innovation. Its sleek, minimalist appearance seamlessly integrates into any wall, making it a functional piece that complements your living space while working diligently to keep it cool and pleasant.

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COOL PASS

COOLPASS BRICK 23 CM

5 CM

23 CM

FRONT

BACK

LEFT

RIGHT

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DESIGN BREAKDOWN

COOLPASS BRICK

HEXAGON SHAPE Inspired by honeycombs from the homes of bees, hexagon which is considered to be the strongest shape HEX BRICK

BRICK BASE SUINFLOWER SPIRAL Inspired by Fibonacci Spiral produces at the center of sunflowers + The bumps from cactus barells which helps produce more shade from the sun SUN BRICK

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DESIGN FEATURES

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COOLPASS BRICK

INTERLOCKING MECHANISM

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COOL PASS

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COOLPASS BRICK

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DOCUMENTATION

PHASE 1

1 BRAINSTORMING

2 BRICK MODEL

Merging previous design elements to the final brick

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1st attempt of making brick mold out of sintra board

SILICONE PREPARATION Rationing silicone and catalyst

3 3D PRINTED MODEL Finished model.

5 SILICONE MOLD

Successful extraction of silicone from 3D printed model.

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DOCUMENTATION

PHASE 2

1 CONCRETE MIXTURE

2 CONCRETE TO SILICONE

Rationing cement mixture.

3 FINISHED BRICK

1st attempt of making brick mold

4 WOOD FRAMING For final assembly.

Brick in bare finish.

5 FULL ASSEMBLY TEST

Final brick batch ready for testing.

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TEST PROCESS

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VENTURI EFFECT TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE & PASSIVE WATER COOLING TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE

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SUNNY 33°C 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

A. NO BRICKS | WALLS CLOSED

B. NO BRICKS | WALLS OPEN

C. BRICKS | WIND ONLY VENTURI EFFECT

D. BRICKS | WIND AND WATER PASSIVE COOLING

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VENTURI EFFECT TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE & PASSIVE WATER COOLING TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE

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AVERAGE TEMPERATURE DROP VENTURI EFFECT

0.5

WATER COOLING EFFECT

0.7

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BUILDING APPLICATION

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Special Thanks to...

Arkigrafix Corporation