Re: [EnergyPlus_Support] The purpose of doing HVAC simulation

[Neil Bulger <Neil.bulger@xxxxxxxxx>]

I would say that in part, energy modeling and EnergyPlus being 1 tool is used for this very reason, to perform parametric studies of "what could be". In a way, the whole basis of informed design is to build the best option and reduce the risk associated with it. For example, if we didn't use these tools, we could build 4 buildings, see which approach was the most energy efficient or produced the best daylighting or the happiest people. The winner would remain and all other 3 designs would be torn down. Unfortunately, developers do not like to spend their money on this trial and error approach.

So again, in-part, energy modeling and the use of this tool arise from the desire to quantify and compare several unique ways of creating buildings with one another.

I am enjoying this high level question. Thanks!

Neil

2012/1/17 ê¹?ë??ì?° <deukwookim@xxxxxxxx>

 

Dear Karen,

 

Would you please explain some more,  the comment on  â??Modeling the mechanical systems can also serve all these purposes.  You can compare systems, choose the best equipment based on efficiency and performance curves, evaluate controls strategies, etc.â??

 

It means that the purpose of HVAC simulation is to find out â??bestâ?? alternative (by parametric study)? am I right?

 

Best Regards, 
Deuk-Woo, Kim 

 

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