Ivan,
If it is essentially outdoors, it should not be a thermal zone. The luminaire can be accounted for as Exterior electrical equipment.
James V Dirkes II, PE, BEMP, LEED AP
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Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 10:54 AM
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Subject: [EnergyPlus_Support] Terrace Doubt
Hi everyone,
i've been modelling a apartment with a small terrace. This terrace is opened to outside and have one luminaire.
This terrace need to be a thermal zone, or can i consider a component block modelling?
Best regards.
Técg. Ivan Mezzacapa
Projetista de Ar Condicionado / Consultor em Eficiência Energética
LinkedIN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmezzacapa
Celular: (11)9963-9326
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