Building Simulation
Dynamic simulation, summer heat protection, BIM and comfort analysis
7 articles in this category
Dynamic Building Simulation — Fundamentals and Applications
What is dynamic building simulation? Differences from steady-state calculation, fields of application and advantages for design
Summer Thermal Protection in Accordance with DIN 4108-2
Verification of summer thermal protection: solar heat gain coefficient vs. thermal simulation in accordance with DIN 4108-2
IFC Import for Building Simulation
From BIM model to simulation: how IFC files improve the workflow between CAD and building simulation
Steady-state vs. Dynamic Calculation — When is Which Enough?
Comparison of steady-state energy demand calculation and dynamic simulation: methods, accuracy and fields of application
Building Simulation Software Comparison
EnergyPlus, IDA ICE, TRNSYS and VICUS Buildings: overview and comparison of the leading simulation programs
Indoor Climate and Comfort Analysis through Simulation
Thermal comfort in buildings: how simulation predicts indoor temperatures, overheating and well-being
Validation Standards for Building Simulation Software
ASHRAE 140, EN 15255/15265, EN ISO 13791, IEA SHC Task 34, CIBSE TM 33 — overview of validation procedures for thermal building simulation.