Principal Investigator: Assoc. Prof Tiong Lee Kong Robert (Department of CEE, NTU)
Team: Hou Zhaoqi (Research Fellow, CEE, NTU), Shao Zhe (ex-Research Fellow, CEE, NTU), Wang longqi (ex-Research Associate, CEE, NTU).
Mentor: Kee Thian Seng (Mentor, NTUitive Pte Ltd)
An integrated quantitative Microclimate Simulator
Urban Dots Solution provides a one-stop environmental impact assessment package. The microclimate simulator which deploys a hybrid dynamic-statistical downscaling approach outperforms CFD-based simulation tool with much quicker simulation time (1:50) and comparable accuracy (10% - 30%). It is one of a kind solution to evaluate urban heat island effect, building footprint, in terms of temperature, humidity (through preciPrincipal Investigatortation) and wind.
It can be used by consultants in the construction industry to assess the environmental performance of individual buildings or even urban landscape. Other applications include urban greenery assessment, flood risk modelling and tree stability assessment.
Currently, we are working with government agencies, such as URA, BCA and NEA to explore its full functionality and potential applications. It also covers important aspects/criteria of Green Mark issued by BCA.