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Proceedings of eSim 2004: 3th Conference of IBPSA-Canada

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A SIMPLIFIED ENGINEERING SIMULATION TOOL FOR CALIBRATION TO MONTHLY ENERGY

David Robison, Howard Reichmuth

Abstract: Conventional simulation tools used during design studies are not well adapted for a post-hoc study since these tools are not designed for easy calibration to actual weather and consumption. Given that consumption data are most readily available as monthly records, the complications of an hourly model are not necessary and can be avoided. A spreadsheet tool has been developed that is a simplified simulation model designed to match actual weather and monthly utility bills. This tool can operate with only simple information about the facility, yet provides a specific options for the HVAC system and equipment. The methodology explicitly allows for specification of HVAC control options that are difficult in other simulation models. Thus, it is a quick approach to treating the facility as an integrated whole and is most useful for existing facilities where utility billing records exist.
Pages: 221 - 227
Paper:
esim2004_28