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2024-05-28 14:28:12 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here (line 5494). For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... messag

2024-05-28 14:12:18 -0500 commented question Where is "rendering settings"?

This seems to have been deprecated some time ago.

2024-05-28 07:16:43 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here (line 5494). For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... that w

2024-05-28 07:14:18 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here. For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... that warning messa

2024-05-28 07:13:59 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here. For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... BTW that warning m

2024-05-28 07:12:42 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here. For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... BTW that warning m

2024-05-28 06:45:30 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here. For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... IMHO that warning

2024-05-28 06:45:01 -0500 commented question Zone areas*inside surface emissivities are summing to zero

This is triggered here. For a given zone, that warning can only pop up once (i.e. first iteration ... IMHO that warning

2024-05-27 11:57:03 -0500 commented answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

See second edit.

2024-05-27 11:54:33 -0500 edited answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

Depends on what you're after. An OSM/IDF model can only hold 1x building object. For urban-scale modelling of multiple

2024-05-27 09:06:33 -0500 edited answer How do we define the shading impact of adjacent buildings on the building of interest in EnergyPlus/OpenStudio?

If you choose to simulate detached pavilions (as a single facility/building, as discussed here), then make sure to selec

2024-05-27 09:04:20 -0500 edited answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

Depends on what you're after. An OSM/IDF model can only hold 1x building object. For urban-scale modelling of multiple

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2024-05-27 09:01:57 -0500 answered a question How do we define the shading impact of adjacent buildings on the building of interest in EnergyPlus/OpenStudio?

If you choose to simulate detached pavilions (as a single facility/building, as discussed here), then make sure to selec

2024-05-27 08:46:17 -0500 commented answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

I edited my initial answer.

2024-05-27 08:45:46 -0500 edited answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

Depends on what you're after. An OSM/IDF model can only hold 1x building object. For urban-scale modelling of multiple

2024-05-27 08:44:19 -0500 edited answer How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

Depends on what you're after. An OSM/IDF model can only hold 1x building object. For urban-scale modelling of multiple

2024-05-27 06:58:02 -0500 commented question How do we define the shading impact of adjacent buildings on the building of interest in EnergyPlus/OpenStudio?

Is this question contingent to your previous one?

2024-05-27 06:56:46 -0500 answered a question How can I define new buildings in a SketchUp/OpenStudio Model? - To be precise each building considered as separate entity in one .osm file.

Depends on what you're after. An OSM/IDF model can only hold 1x building object. For urban-scale modelling of multiple

2024-05-25 08:19:53 -0500 commented answer SWIG director type 'bool' mispatch error when running measures

@llisell : I edited my initial answer. Could you double-check those space types ("Space Types" tab)?

2024-05-25 08:18:38 -0500 edited answer SWIG director type 'bool' mispatch error when running measures

Similar to this previous post? I'd check your model for missing space type properties. In a nutshell, the CreateBaseline

2024-05-24 09:56:08 -0500 answered a question Baseline Lighting Schedule Adjustment for ASHRAE 90.1-2016, 2019 and 2022 Appendix G

Hi @Keigo. Not sure I'm entirely answering your questions, but here's my take. I haven't sifted through past 90.1 interp

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2024-05-22 14:38:21 -0500 answered a question How to consider the impact of shading devices on ventilation?

Restricted airflow through windows (natural ventilation, infiltration) due to insect screens, blinds or even overhead aw

2024-05-22 14:00:16 -0500 commented question Suggested values for SurfaceProperty:OtherSideCoefficients

It's reasonable to suggest that free-floating temperatures of the unconditioned corridor (or any other buffer zone) woul

2024-05-16 05:27:22 -0500 edited answer SWIG director type 'bool' mispatch error when running measures

Similar to this previous post? I'd check your model for missing space type properties. In a nutshell, the CreateBaseline

2024-05-16 05:07:03 -0500 edited answer SWIG director type 'bool' mispatch error when running measures

Similar to this previous post? I'd check your model for missing space type properties. In a nutshell, the CreateBaseline

2024-05-16 05:01:02 -0500 answered a question SWIG director type 'bool' mispatch error when running measures

Similar to this previous post? I'd check your model for missing space type properties. In a nutshell, the CreateBaseline

2024-05-14 11:37:27 -0500 commented answer What is the solution to the SWIG error in this simulation run? I tried adding two measures Add Meter and ExportMetertoCSV.

With the App, I think one needs the Add Meter Measure or similar (as you've tried out). Alternatives are SDK-based scrip

2024-05-14 07:54:19 -0500 edited answer What is the solution to the SWIG error in this simulation run? I tried adding two measures Add Meter and ExportMetertoCSV.

The measure crashes here, as it's trying to access an uninitialized variable. The measure does however log 2 prior messa

2024-05-14 07:51:52 -0500 edited answer What is the solution to the SWIG error in this simulation run? I tried adding two measures Add Meter and ExportMetertoCSV.

The measure crashes here, as it's trying to access an uninitialized variable. The measure does however log 2 prior messa

2024-05-14 05:49:54 -0500 commented answer Defining an Always-Open Entrance Exposed to Outdoor Conditions

I second @JasonGlazer here. You seem to be between 2 solutions for your model: (a) a well-ventilated "loading zone" or (

2024-05-14 05:41:16 -0500 commented answer Defining an Always-Open Entrance Exposed to Outdoor Conditions

I second @JasonGlazer here. You seem to be between 2 solutions for your model: (a) a well-ventilated "loading zone" or (

2024-05-14 05:38:54 -0500 commented answer Defining an Always-Open Entrance Exposed to Outdoor Conditions

I second @JasonGlazer here. You seem to be between 2 solutions for your model: (a) a well-ventilated "loading zone" or (

2024-05-14 05:14:10 -0500 edited answer What is the solution to the SWIG error in this simulation run? I tried adding two measures Add Meter and ExportMetertoCSV.

The measure crashes here, as it's trying to access an uninitialized variable. The measure does log 2 relevant prior mess

2024-05-14 05:11:14 -0500 answered a question What is the solution to the SWIG error in this simulation run? I tried adding two measures Add Meter and ExportMetertoCSV.

The measure crashes here, as it's trying to access an uninitialized variable. The measure does log 2 prior messages: one

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2024-05-08 08:31:09 -0500 commented answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

Great. If you're satisfied with the answer, it's customary to click on the checkmark (making it green). That would help

2024-05-08 06:35:25 -0500 commented answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

Great. If you're satisfied with the answer, it's customary to click on the checkmark (making it green). That would help

2024-05-08 06:26:00 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

Yes, models of actual buildings usually do end up with more spaces/zones than prototypes. From the plans you've linked,

2024-05-08 06:24:14 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

Yes, models of actual buildings usually do end up with more spaces/zones than prototypes. From the plans you've linked,

2024-05-08 06:23:35 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

I suggest you go over the geometry of the Primary School and Secondary School Prototype models (IDFs). Useful to compar

2024-05-08 06:22:57 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

I suggest you go over the geometry of the Primary School and Secondary School Prototype models (IDFs). Useful to compar

2024-05-08 06:22:15 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

Yes, models of actual buildings usually do end up with more spaces/zones than prototypes. From the plans you've linked,

2024-05-08 05:52:00 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

I suggest you go over the geometry of the Primary School and Secondary School Prototype models (IDFs). Useful to compar

2024-05-07 17:37:42 -0500 commented question How detailed should I make my geometry?

I suggest you go over the geometry of the Primary School and Secondary School Prototype models (IDFs). Useful to compare

2024-05-07 16:56:18 -0500 edited answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

The linked file (Google Drive) requires authorization to access (you'd preferably want to make it public). OpenStudio's

2024-05-07 08:09:38 -0500 commented answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

@station12, see "3rd EDIT" at the end of the initial answer. Best of luck.

2024-05-07 08:07:29 -0500 edited answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

The linked file (Google Drive) requires authorization to access (you'd preferably want to make it public). OpenStudio's

2024-05-07 07:56:02 -0500 edited answer Interzone Surfaces : Constructions Search Distance and Mismatch Error (OpenStudio)

The linked file (Google Drive) requires authorization to access (you'd preferably want to make it public). OpenStudio's