Conference Paper

Proceedings of Building Simulation 2021: 17th Conference of IBPSA

     

A Python library for Radiance matrix-based simulation control and EnergyPlus integration

Taoning Wang 1, Greg Ward 2, Eleanor S. Lee 1
1 Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, United States of America
2 Anyhere Software

DOI: https://doi.org/10.26868/25222708.2021.30438
Abstract: Radiance matrix-based methods enable efficient parametric simulations, allowing users to vary sky conditions, fenestration systems, and other model parameters at a minimal cost to computation. However, the steep learning curve and complex workflow hinder the widespread adoption of matrix-based methods. The frads Python library with a series of command-line tools was developed to automate the entire matrix-based simulation process, lowering entry barriers and reducing human error. Co-simulation between EnergyPlus and Radiance was also enabled using the Python library from EnergyPlus.
Keywords: Daylighting, Energy, Co-simulation, Matrix-based
Pages: 1604 - 1610
Paper:

bs2021_30438