Conceptualized Technological Solutions to Maximize the Use of Natural Daylight and Provide a Sustainable Environment for Vehicle Transportations in Modern Underground Cities: A Review

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As urban populations burgeon and available surface space becomes scarce, the concept of underground cities gains traction as a viable technological solution. The movement of people, purchases, and recreational trips using vehicles has also become more intensive and requires new concepts to operate in a safe environment, especially in modern underground cities. However, a major challenge faced in subterranean environments is the limited access to natural daylight. This research explores the pivotal role of engineering technology in enhancing the quality of natural daylight within underground urban spaces. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the study investigates advanced lighting utilizing, architectural design strategies with sustainable transportation, and innovative materials to mitigate the inherent constraints of subterranean living. The research assesses the effectiveness of technological interventions to provide comfortable living and safe, sustainable transportation. It therefore addresses the design of light wells, utilize of smart materials, and the incorporation of cutting-edge lighting systems to optimize the distribution of natural light. Additionally, the study evaluates the psychological and physiological impacts of enhanced daylight exposure on residents, emphasizing the importance of human-centric design in subterranean environments. Key findings highlight the significance of daylight simulations in the planning phase, emphasizing the need for architects and urban planners to utilize state-of-the-art engineering utilizing to predict sunlight patterns to achieve great benefit in providing conceptual solutions to provide a suitable environment for vehicle operation. The research also emphasizes the importance of incorporating modern technology systems as atriums, light wells, and reflective surfaces to maximize natural light penetration. Furthermore, the research investigates the energy implications of relying on artificial lighting in conjunction with natural daylight. It explores sustainable energy conceptualized technological solutions, such as solar technology and vehicle transportation according to implementation considerations, to minimize the environmental impact of energy consumption in modern underground cities.

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Advanced Engineering Forum (Volume 53)

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47-62

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https://doi.org/10.4028/p-AiD8tw

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December 2024

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Gehan A.I. Elsayed, Salah H.R. Ali*

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Conceptual Solutions, Natural Daylight, Planning, Safe Environment, Sustainable Vehicle Transportation

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