BUILDING SIMULATION USERS' GROUP (BSUG)
Simulation Engine Loads Comparison and Heat Pump Calculator Preview
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Target Audience:
Engineers, Architects, & Simulationists -
CEU/PDHs AVAILABLE for in-person attendees!
Date and Time:
July 22, 2015 - 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. MT
Location:
UI - IDL Classroom - 306 S 6th St. Boise, ID
Registration:
Remote Webinar
*FREE LUNCH provided to in-person attendees registered 24 hours in advance
Description:
A macro-free, single zone Heat Pump Energy Savings Calculator (HePESC) workbook is currently under development by the Integrated Design Lab in Boise, Idaho. As part of the calculator vetting process, an in-depth loads analysis was done comparing the heat gain results with those from EnergyPlus and eQuest. Comparisons were made for lighting, plug loads, infiltration, glazing solar heat gain, zone temperature, and overall building loads. Through these comparisons, it is obvious the simulations use differing calculation methods which result in varying final outputs. This presentation will give a brief overview of the heat pump calculator project and progress, then further discuss the loads results from the simulation studies and possible next steps.
Bio:
Katie Leichliter is a Research Scientist at the University of Idaho - Integrated Design Lab in Boise. She conducts energy efficiency field work, measurement and verification, and operational and investment grade audits. Katie also conducts simulation research for energy efficiency in existing building renewal projects, and has developed stand-alone energy analysis tools. She has given multiple presentations on building efficiency opportunities to building design and operation professionals. Katie graduated with a Bachelors and Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Idaho and spent three years in a private mechanical design practice specializing in BIM, building simulation, and HVAC design. Katie serves on the board of governors of the Idaho ASHRAE Chapter.
Katie Leichliter, P.E.
Research Scientist
University of Idaho
Integrated Design Lab - Boise
www.uidaho.edu/idl
Ph: 208.401.0649
