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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 (

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