Multi-Objective Optimization and Energy Simulation for the Efficient Design of Functional Modules

Abstract

Given the current context of energy and environmental crises, the development of sustainable and efficient housing solutions becomes urgent. This work addresses the analysis and optimization of prefabricated functional modules designed for use as temporary housing or offices. Manufactured in a workshop, these modules allow for greater control over construction quality, waste management, and pollutant reduction, compared to traditional on-site construction systems. Their main advantage lies in their adaptability through the appropriate choice of dimensions and materials. In this regard, a methodology based on computational simulation of thermal and energy performance, coupled with multi-objective optimization, is proposed to minimize energy demand and maximize interior thermal comfort, allowing for the establishment of design guidelines for efficient, adaptable, and sustainable modular architecture.