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Defining solar power / solar heat flux

asked 2023-11-16 16:14:21 -0500

asli.kaya
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updated 2024-01-02 10:10:57 -0500

Aaron Boranian

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Hello!

I am trying to run a simulation where I want to define the solar heat flux into the system myself. I mean don't want Energyplus to add the contribution of solar power itself, I want to define it externally, as a q", maybe through the roof.

Is there a way where I can define the solar gain myself?

Thanks a lot!

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answered 2023-11-17 08:20:21 -0500

Denis Bourgeois
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There would be more than one way IMO. One option:

Select target surfaces, and set their Sun Exposure field to "NoSun"
Pick a layer in their referenced construction and make it an internal heat source.
Link the new layer to a low radiant heating system.
Calibrate as to achieve your equivalent solar power (q), e.g. intensity, schedule
Make sure to isolate and subtract the injected heat from your building electric use.

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