Simulation of HVAC components and systems

Abstract

Interest in simulation of the performance of HVAC components and systems has increased considerably in recent years, generated by the possibility of producing integrated plant/building models for energy studies, and investigating the performance of operational plant with a view to improving the design of installed systems. The paper presents an overview of the various approaches to this simulation problem in three sections: component models, linking protocols (networking) and methods for solving the component model equation sets. Probable avenues of future development in both research and design oriented applications are discussed.