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Compliance with BS EN ISO 52016-1
Compliance with BS EN ISO 52016-1 EDSL has produced a report showing compliance with the current standard BS EN ISO 52016-1:2017. The standard contains details of test case setup, and tables of values for expected results for operative temperature, heating load, and cooling load. The test cases included conditioned and free-floating cases. Unlike some other
Using Fewer Controllers in TPD
Using Fewer Controllers in TPD When TPD systems are customised to meet a specification, it is sometimes tempting to add a new controller to the system to accommodate each requirement of the specification. This approach can cause clutter, system instability, and results which are difficult to interpret. In many cases where multiple controllers are used,
Rhino to Tas: Grasshopper
Rhino to Tas: Grasshopper Scripts In the last Rhino To Tas blog post, we looked at how we can use LadybugTools Honeybee grasshopper plugin to generate gbXML and IDF files that can be imported into Tas. We also touched on how we could automate Tas from within Grasshopper by writing scripts. In this post, we’ll
Python Scripting in Tas
Python Scripting in Tas In previous blog posts, we’ve looked at how you can get started with the Tas API. We mentioned that you can use almost any programing language to automate Tas, and I personally recommended getting started with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) with Microsoft Excel. This is for two reasons; the first,
CO₂ Generation Rates
Calculating Metabolic Pollutant Generation Rates (CO₂) There are many regulations which endorse modelling occupant pollutant generation accumulation within buildings. For occupants, this pertains to carbon dioxide (CO2). Most standards set thresholds which should not be exceeded: ASHRAE Standard 62.1 CIBSE Guide A WELL Building Standard LEED BREEAM Building simulation software often takes the CO2 generation
Coincidental Loads
Understanding Load Calculations in Building Simulation: Coincidental Loads vs. Steady-State Loads In the world of building design and simulation, accurately calculating loads is essential for ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency. As buildings evolve to meet the demands of modern life, understanding the nuances of different load types becomes increasingly critical. Among these, coincidental loads
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