Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava
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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Assoc. Prof. Ing. Daniel Kalús, PhD., born on May 8, 1970, in Bratislava, Slovakia, embarked on his academic journey in civil engineering with a deep commitment to the sustainable built environment. After graduating as an engineer (Ing.), he continued his academic pursuit at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STU), eventually earning his PhD. His educational foundation laid the groundwork for his lifelong dedication to energy-efficient and environmentally responsible building systems.
👨🏫 Professional Endeavors
Since September 1993, Prof. Kalús has served as a university lecturer at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, STU in Bratislava. In 2000, he was appointed head of the heating section at the Department of Building Services, and by 2020, he became a member of the professional committee for the "Civil Engineering" study field. His professional career has been marked by a blend of academia and field experience, including his roles as a consultant, technical representative, and project manager in various private and governmental sectors between 1995 and 2012.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Prof. Kalús is a leading voice in the areas of energy saving, heating, ventilation and cooling, renewable energy sources, and combined building-energy systems. His research efforts emphasize low-energy and passive houses, energy certification, and environmental and energy audits. His pivotal role in promoting sustainable construction technologies has included the coordination of an experimental prefabricated low-energy house, demonstrating his ability to translate academic knowledge into practical innovations.
🌍 Impact and Influence
His consultancy and advisory work have significantly influenced building energy strategies in Slovakia and beyond. Institutions like the Energetické centrum Bratislava and organizations such as KOTRBATÝ D.I.Z. and ECB, s.r.o. have benefitted from his guidance in adopting green technologies. Furthermore, as a project manager at Paneláreň Vrakuňa, he led the realization of a pioneering low-energy housing prototype, showcasing his impact on the built environment.
📚 Academic Citations and Publications
While the CV does not list citation metrics or individual publications, Prof. Kalús has contributed extensively to scientific and technical literature in his field. He has published numerous works on building energy performance and heating systems, influencing both the academic community and practicing engineers.
💻 Technical Skills
His technical expertise spans across energy audits, HVAC systems, renewable energy integration, and environmental audits. He possesses practical experience with measurement and control systems, construction management, and strategic planning of energy-efficient buildings. This diverse technical portfolio underpins his multifaceted role as a teacher, consultant, and engineer.
👨🏫 Teaching Experience
Prof. Kalús has taught at both bachelor’s and master’s levels, covering subjects such as Building Services, Heating Systems, Energy Supply of Buildings, and Research Methods in Heating. He has mentored 117 master theses, 35 bachelor theses, and 4 PhD students to completion, with 1 current PhD student under his guidance. His academic leadership is evident in his contributions to curriculum development and mentorship of future civil engineers.
🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions
A stalwart in sustainable construction and building energy systems, Prof. Kalús continues to shape the next generation of engineers while contributing to Slovakia’s energy transition goals. His legacy lies in the integration of academic rigor with practical sustainability, and he remains dedicated to advancing innovative and environmentally responsible building services. His ongoing research and mentoring promise to further elevate the energy performance and ecological footprint of modern infrastructure.
Selected Publications
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Kalús, D., Straková, Z., & Kubica, M. (2021). Energy Balance of a Low Energy House with Building Structures with Active Heat Transfer Control. Periodica Polytechnica Mechanical Engineering, 65(3), 246–251. Examines Active Thermal Insulation (ATI) embedded in envelope structures for year-round energy regulation mdpi.com+10pp.bme.hu+10researchgate.net+10.
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Kálus, D., Koudelková, D., Mučková, V., Kurčová, M., & Sokol, M. (2023). Design, Project, and Realization of a Prototype of an Energy‑efficient Prefabricated House IDA I. using Renewable Energy Sources. Periodica Polytechnica Civil Engineering, 67(1), 232–248. Describes the IDA I prototype house using solar roofs, ground heat storage, and active thermal protection ojs.cvut.cz+4pp.bme.hu+4researchgate.net+4.
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Kalús, D., & Mučková, V. (2021). Energy, Economic and Environmental Assessment of Thermal Barrier Application in Building Envelope Structures. Coatings, 11(12):1538. Provides a detailed lifecycle evaluation of using thermal barriers in building envelopes researchgate.net+2mdpi.com+2mdpi.com+2.
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Kalús, D., Koudelková, D., Mučková, V., Sokol, M., Kurčová, M., & Šťastný, P. (2022). Parametric Study of the Energy Potential of a Building’s Envelope with Integrated Energy‑Active Elements. Acta Polytechnica, 62, 595–? (2022). Offers a simulation-based analysis of building envelope variants incorporating active elements mdpi.com+6ojs.cvut.cz+6researchgate.net+6.
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Kalús, D., Gašparík, J., Janík, P., & Kubica, M. (2021). Innovative Building Technology Implemented into Facades with Active Thermal Protection. Sustainability, 13(8):4438. Discusses advanced facade systems using active thermal insulation panels pp.bme.hu+4researchgate.net+4mdpi.com+4.
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Kalús, D., Mučková, V., Koudelková, D., Kurčová, M., & Sokol, M. (2022). Contribution to the Research and Development of Innovative Building Components with Embedded Energy‑Active Elements. Coatings, 12(7):1021. Presents the development of innovative ATP façade panels, part of the IDA I project mdpi.com+1mdpi.com+1.
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Kalús, D., Mučková, V., Koudelková, D., Janík, P., Šťastný, P., & others (2022?). Contribution to Active Thermal Protection Research—Part 2: Verification by Experimental Measurement. Energies, 16(12):4595. Experimental validation of ATP systems and reporting of related patents