Startup Creation The Smart Ecoefficient Built Environment 1st Edition Fernando Pachecotorgal by Fernando Pacheco-torgal, Erik Stavnsager Rasmussen, Claes G. Granqvist, Volodymyr Ivanov, Habil Arturas Kaklauskas, Stephen Makonin 9780081005460, 9780081005491, 0081005466, 0081005490 instant download after payment.

Start-Up Creation: The Smart Eco-efficient Built Environment provides a state-of-the-art review on high-technology applications and explains how these can be applied to improve the eco-efficiency of the built environment. Divided into four main parts, the book explains the key factors behind successful startup companies that grow from university research, including the development of a business plan, the importance of intellectual property, necessary entrepreneurial skills, and innovative thinking.

Part Two presents the latest research findings on nano and bio-based technologies and their application and use to the energy efficiency of the built environment. Part Three focuses on the use of genetic algorithms, Big Data, and the Internet of Things applications. Finally, the book ends with an entire section dedicated to App development using selected case studies that illustrate their application and use for monitoring building energy-efficiency.

• Presents a definitive guide for startups that arise from college and university research, and how the application of advanced technologies can be applied to the built environment
• Includes case studies on new advanced technologies and apps development
• Links startup creation to the eco-efficient built environment through software applications