[bldg-sim] Question about simulation in equest

[Smita Chandra <smita@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dear Gary Zeng,

Usually you can simplify the wave into a few rectangles/trapezoids. 
A few degrees difference in tilt will not affect your results to any
significant degree.  What matters is (1) the tilt of the roof
surface, and (2) the surface area of the roof; the first affects solar
gain, the second heat transfer.  As long as your simplification
matches these two criteria reasonably well, your results should be
reasonable as well.  

Sincerely,
Smita

At 07:43 AM 12/18/2004 Saturday, you wrote:
> zeng-yi@xxxxxxxxx

Dear guys:
now I am using equest3.5 in a energy simulation project.A big barrier is
the wave shaped roof,whicn i did not know how to model it. I would like
to know how i can create a simulation model in equest or other visual
tool like VisualDOE.
it is urgent to me and any help is greatly appreciated.
u can reach me directly by zeng-yi@xxxxxxxxx or reply this
message.

Smita Chandra
Energy Analyst
M. Arch., LEED accredited professional
smita@xxxxxxxxxxx
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