Knowledge Base — Building Simulation & Heat Networks
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District Heating Networks
Heat Generation
Heat load demand, generation concepts, energy storage and efficiency
Network Design
Pipe dimensioning, loss calculation, network temperatures and heat density
Network Hydraulics
Pressurization, pressure profiles, operating modes, control and simulation
Piping Technology
Pipe systems, network structure, laying methods and thermal expansion
Cold District Heating
5GDHC networks, dimensioning and prosumer concepts
Plant Engineering
Transfer stations, pumps, heating curves, hydraulic balancing and domestic hot water
Planning
Supply area, planning phases and project workflow
Economics
Economic analysis, funding, tariff design and contracts
Operations Optimization
Return temperature, temperature reduction, monitoring and digital twin
Building Simulation
Building Simulation
Dynamic simulation, summer heat protection, BIM and comfort analysis
- Dynamic Building Simulation — Fundamentals and Applications
- Summer Thermal Protection in Accordance with DIN 4108-2
- IFC Import for Building Simulation
- Steady-state vs. Dynamic Calculation — When is Which Enough?
- Building Simulation Software Comparison
- Indoor Climate and Comfort Analysis through Simulation
- Validation Standards for Building Simulation Software