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4. Conclusion
Thermal simulation is therefore a key energy performance tool. It's a reliable tool, and its ergonomics are improving with each new version of the software.
These software programs are very precise and require a large number of assumptions to be entered in order to be reliable. This is where vigilance is called for. Indeed, in addition to the necessary rigor, the range of technical skills required to carry out a calculation must be very broad, including thermal bridge calculations, thermal resistance values for joinery, and therefore precise knowledge of the building. But it also requires in-depth knowledge of energy production, regulation, emission and distribution systems.
This type of calculation has been democratized through the use of labels, or by building owners who are more involved in their energy consumption. A growing number of...
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Glossary
Bibliography
Software tools
TRNSYS 17, TRaNsient SYstem Simulation tool, CSTB éditions
DesignBuilder
http://www.designbuilder.co.uk
Virtual Environment, IES
...Websites
DYNASTEE – Dynamic Analyses, Simulation and Testing – Building energy modeling
IBPSA – International Building Performance Simulation Association
DOE (Department of Energy) – Government...
Events
Days organized by IBPSA (once a year over several days)
Standards and norms
- « Performances thermiques des composants de bâtiment, caractéristiques thermiques dynamiques » - NF EN ISO 13786 - (juillet 2008)
- Ergonomics of thermal environments – Analytical determination and interpretation of thermal comfort by calculating PMV and PPD indices and local thermal comfort criteria - NF EN ISO 7730 -
- Standard 140-200Standard Method of Test for the Evaluation of Building Energy Analysis...
Regulations
RT2012 thermal regulations, decree of October 26, 2010.
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