Progetto SIMEA - Automatica - Università degli Studi di Padova
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<strong>SIMEA</strong> Stato dell’arte energetica <strong>degli</strong> e<strong>di</strong>fici<br />
1.2.31. HOT2000<br />
Easy-to-use energy analysis and design software for low-rise<br />
residential buil<strong>di</strong>ngs. Utilizing current heat loss/gain and system<br />
performance models, the program aids in the simulation and design of<br />
buil<strong>di</strong>ngs for thermal effectiveness, passive solar heating and the<br />
operation and performance of heating and cooling systems.<br />
1.2.31.1. Expertise Required<br />
60<br />
Doc.No 20100610.<strong>SIMEA</strong>.MR.03<br />
Versione 1<br />
Basic understan<strong>di</strong>ng of the construction and operation of residential buil<strong>di</strong>ngs.<br />
1.2.31.2. Users<br />
Over 1400 worldwide. HOT2000 is used mainly in Canada and the United States with a few users in<br />
Japan and Europe.<br />
1.2.31.3. Au<strong>di</strong>ence<br />
Builders, design evaluators, engineers, architects, buil<strong>di</strong>ng and energy code writers, Policy writers.<br />
HOT2000 is also used as the compliance software for the Cana<strong>di</strong>an R-2000 Program.<br />
1.2.31.4. Input<br />
Buil<strong>di</strong>ng geometry, construction characteristics (above and below grade), HVAC and domestic hot<br />
water specifications, geographical location of the house, fuel costs and economic data (optional). The data is<br />
entered through a graphical user interface. Many defaults are provided, if the user is not sure of certain<br />
values<br />
1.2.31.5. Output<br />
Reports on the house analysis, weather file, economic and financial con<strong>di</strong>tions and fuel costs are<br />
available. The house analysis includes detailed monthly tables, annual heat loss and HVAC load results. A<br />
comparison report allows for the <strong>di</strong>splay of results of up to 4 house files at once.<br />
1.2.31.6. Computer Platform<br />
PC compatible, 486 or higher, Windows 95/NT, SVGA monitor with minimum 800 x 600 resolution.<br />
1.2.31.7. Programming Language<br />
Calculation engine: FORTRAN, interface: Visual C++<br />
1.2.31.8. Strengths<br />
Performs whole-house energy analysis quickly (