Wuhan Ligong Daxue Xuebao (Jiaotong Kexue Yu Gongcheng Ban)/Journal of Wuhan University of Technology (Transportation Science and Engineering)

Abstract : Museum is a vital culture intermediary, as it includes collections that express various aspects of human activities, behaviors, and emotions across different eras, and how humans interact with and are influenced by their environment. Given the importance of museums, it was necessary to preserve them, as using traditional methods causes disruptions and treats them as temporary solutions to building problems. With technological advancement, it became essential to consider using nanomaterials, as the emergence of nanotechnology has impacted various aspects of life, and one of the most significant fields affected by nanotechnology is architecture. Where this technology has made it possible to manipulate the properties of materials and produce new materials that adapt to the natural environment and its requirements; the environment has suffered greatly from the negatives of current technologies and their neglect. Nanotechnology has enabled the production of improved building materials: such as glass, wood, coatings, and insulation materials. This development in the properties of materials and raw materials is expected to open new horizons and dimensions for architects in design. The research relies on analyzing a group of museums where nanotechnology has been applied, and studying the impact of applying nanotechnology in these projects, to determine the extent of the effect of using nanomaterials on the building's performance. The research study concludes with the most important findings, which include the use of nanotechnology in museums to to improve museum performance and efficiency.