| Title |
Developing Urban Infrastructure: Strategic Integration Of Solar-Heated Pavement Systems For Enhanced Resilience And Sustainability |
| ID_Doc |
19492 |
| Authors |
Firoozi A.A.; Firoozi A.A.; Oyejobi D.O.; Avudaiappan S.; Flores E.S. |
| Year |
2025 |
| Published |
Results in Engineering, 25 |
| DOI |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.104593 |
| Abstract |
This research examines the integration and optimization of solar-heated pavement systems in urban environments, emphasizing their potential to enhance urban resilience and sustainability. Utilizing advanced materials and smart technologies, these pavements maintain safe, ice-free surfaces during winter, reducing reliance on traditional snow removal methods and their environmental impacts. The methodology focuses on a combination of experimental setups and computational simulations to analyze the design features, material advancements, and strategic integration of these systems. Quantitative findings from case studies across diverse climates demonstrate a significant reduction in energy consumption by up to 40 % and maintenance costs by 60 %, highlighting the economic and environmental benefits. The manuscript advocates broader implementation and recommends further research to optimize system efficiency and applicability in urban planning initiatives. © 2025 |
| Author Keywords |
Green urban planning; Smart city technologies; Solar-Heated pavements; Sustainable infrastructure; Thermal energy storage; Urban resilience |
