LoginIn this study, the sensitivity of occupancy behaviour on building energy simulation is investigated. Given the changing nature of the office environment as well as advances in technology, standardised user patterns may have become out dated.
Bibliographic database Airbase
AIRBASE is the Bibliographic Database of the AIVC. It contains publications and abstracts of articles related to energy efficient ventilation. Where possible, sufficient detail is supplied in the bibliographic details for users to trace and order the material via their own libraries. Topics include: ventilation strategies, design and retrofit methods, calculation techniques, standards and regulations, measurement methods, indoor air quality and energy implications etc. Entries are based on articles and reports published in journals, internal publications and research reports, produced both by university departments and by building research institutions throughout the world. AIRBASE has grown and evolved over many years (1979 to present day, over 22000 references and 16000 documents available online). For most of the references, the full document is also available online.
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This paper outlines a methodology for the calibration of detailed building energy simulation (BES) models using an analytical optimisation approach.
The design of retrofitting strategies for historical buildings involves various challenges.
This paper deals with two examples of sources for uncertainties in the simulation of high efficiency buildings. The two sources deal with solar shading and the value of simulation parameters like albedo and initial state.
Over the last three years the understanding, adoption and use of BIM has gained international momentum.
Introducing a framework for advancing building energy modelling methods & processes | 2011 | English
Current interest in building energy efficiency is driving an increase in demand for building energy modelling (BEM) services. Yet practitioners are challenged to deliver BEM services effectively and consistently.
The human dimension of building performance simulation can be approached from different vantage points. This contribution addresses the following three. First, building simulation tools and environments need to exhibit a high degree of usability.
A holistic strategy to significantly reduce carbon emissions in the residential housing sector will involve the design and delivery of new houses with low or zero emissions.
Based on the authors’ previous works, this paper describes a new methodology that uses a bottom-up approach for accurately calculating the time series utility loads (e.g., energy, power, city water, hot water, etc.) for multi-dwelling systems, inc
Passive Downdraft HVAC systems are natural ventilation systems that add heating and cooling to the passive airstream to control zone temperatures and enhance the flow of air by affecting buoyancy forces.
This paper describes the development of a modelling approach which combines the energy use in industrial production, with the energy flows relating to the building.
This application paper outlines some innovative building simulation methodologies used to predict thermal performance of complex energy efficient systems using commercially available softwares.
The contribution of simulation to the building tuning process for 2 Victoria Avenue | 2011 | English
2 Victoria Avenue is the first building in WA to achieve a 6 Star Green Star rating and a 5 Star NABERS Energy rating. Over the first 12 months of operation, it was found that the predicted performance of the building was within 3% of the measured
Geothermal heat pump systems have a large potential for energy savings and associated greenhouse gas emissions. However, inappropriate control may counteract these saving potentials.
ASHRAE Standard 140-2001 (BESTEST), case 600, in Toronto is simulated in TRNSYS 16. The incorporation of phase change material (PCM) with Type 204 into the BESTEST Case 600 envelope is modelled.
Integrated computational building performance simulation (CBPS) can help in reducing energy consumption and increasing occupant comfort.
This paper examines several existing methods of static shading device design, and presents a new approach called SHADERADE.
Approaching a Net Zero Energy (NZE) building goal based on current definitions is flawed for two principal reasons – they only deal with energy quantities required for operations, and they do not establish a threshold, which ensures that buildings
Measurement science is vital in evaluating environmental impacts to assess sustainability. There are several types of frameworks, analytical tools and metrics that have been developed to assess the achievement of sustainability.