Affiliation:
1. College of Material Science and Art Design, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot 010018, China
2. Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Russia-Mongolia Imported Wood Processing and Utilization Engineering Technology Research Center, Hohhot 010018, China
3. Beijing JieYuSen Window Industry, 88 NanDaHongMen Village, QingYunDian Town, DaXing District, Beijing 102605, China
Abstract
As the construction industry places increasing emphasis on environmental conservation and sustainability, this trend has spurred profound research into the optimization of door and window performance. One of the critical components of windows is their frames. Over the past several decades, the design of window frames has undergone significant innovations, ranging from introducing new materials to novel design concepts. The performance of window frames is typically influenced by materials, structural design, and the surrounding environment. Consequently, this paper analyzes the common window frame materials in Chinese civil buildings through investigation. It explores commonly used types of window frames available in the market, focusing on their materials and structural designs. It analyzes issues observed during their usage, integrates findings from existing research, and discusses the performance of window frame materials. Additionally, it explores improvement strategies to meet the evolving demands of contemporary and future architectural doors and windows, providing valuable reference points for designers. Finally, approaching the discussion from a sustainable development perspective, the paper evaluates the environmental impact of wood, aluminum alloy, polymer, and composite window frame materials. It emphasizes that wood- and aluminum-clad wood windows represent sustainable options with versatile applications in diverse scenarios.
Funder
National Natural Science Foundation of China
Inner Mongolia grassland talent team, Innovative Talent team
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