Byrd, Hugh (1994) The limitations of computer models intended to aid energy efficient design of buildings. In: Building Environmental Performance, facing the future, 6-8 April, York, UK.
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Abstract
My intention in this paper is to discuss the limitations of computer models that are intended to aid designers to produce more eenergy efficient buildings. The question I put forward is: to what extent will a typical building designer benefit from typical software that is available to him?
I would like to focus on two main issues that limit the potential of computer models:
1) the accuracy of models in simulating thermal performance,
2) their ability to influence design decisions.
My conclusions are that these models offer little benefit to designers at the strategic design stages and that thier accuracy is such that many simple rules-of-thumb may well be of greater benefit to designers.
| Keywords: | computer models, energy efficient, building design, accuracy, rules of thumb |
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| Subjects: | K Architecture, Building and Planning > K110 Architectural Design Theory G Mathematical and Computer Sciences > G610 Software Design G Mathematical and Computer Sciences > G150 Mathematical Modelling |
| Divisions: | College of Arts > School of Architecture & Design > School of Architecture & Design (Architecture) |
| ID Code: | 9618 |
| Deposited On: | 27 May 2013 19:02 |
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