Calculates the heat loss to the ground from a rectangular building with a foundation of the cellar type with constant insulation thickness at the floor and the wall. Both the heat loss variation during the year, including the peak effect, and the accumulated heat loss during the heating season are calculated. The effect of a sudden cold-spell may be analyzed.
The results are based on heat conduction in a semi-infinite ground with homogeneous soil. The effect of moisture movements or changes in moisture content is not considered.
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Keywords
cellar, heat loss, design rules
Validation/Testing
N/A
Expertise Required
High level of computer literacy not required; engineering background helpful for analysis
Users
Over 100 world wide
Audience
Mechanical, energy, and architectural engineers working for architect/engineer firms, consulting firms, universities and research laboratories.
Input
Building geometry, thermal characteristics, internal and external loads. Input may be in SI units or BTU.
Output
User defined charts and text output of temperatures and heat losses. Data are presented in SI units or BTU.
Computer Platform
Standard PC running Windows 95/98/NT or compatible.
Programming Language
Delphi
Strengths
Fast and easy to use.
Weaknesses
N/A
Contact
Availability
Software price is about $220. Free support is given via email for one year. Multiple licenses and school licenses available at lower cost. See web site for on-line manuals (PDF) and demo programs.
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