Refugio emergente plegable: diseño adaptable, eficiente y resiliente para distintos pisos climáticos en Ecuador

Abstract

This research focuses on the design of foldable emergency shelters, incorporating energy efficiency criteria and architectural resilience to mitigate the impacts of adverse events in Ecuador. A significant deficiency in shelters available during previous catastrophic events is identified, underscoring the urgency of developing more effective and adaptable solutions. The geographical and climatic characteristics of the Coastal, Andean, and Amazon regions are examined through retrospective analyses and future projections. The theoretical framework reviews significant events in Ecuador and explores international cases, highlighting the importance of logistics and adaptability in the design of these shelters. Concepts of community resilience and sustainable architecture are integrated to propose shelters that improve in safety, accessibility, and adaptability. Adverse events are defined and classified into geological, hydrometeorological, and anthropogenic categories, while adaptability, cultural memory, and vulnerability are considered as central axes. The adopted methodology includes a comprehensive approach encompassing historical analysis, review of international cases, and energy evaluations. Ultimately, a prototype of a foldable emergency shelter is developed, assessing its applicability across different climatic zones through energy simulations. The research aims to address the shortage of adequate and adaptable shelters in Ecuador, proposing innovative solutions based on international experiences and detailed analysis of past events.