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Hybrid approach for HVAC system modeling in intelligent buildings.

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Author(s):
Emilia Villani
Total Authors: 1
Document type: Master's Dissertation
Press: São Paulo.
Institution: Universidade de São Paulo (USP). Escola Politécnica (EP/BC)
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Examining board members:
Paulo Eigi Miyagi; Joao Mauricio Rosario; Diolino Jose dos Santos Filho
Advisor: Paulo Eigi Miyagi
Abstract

Considering "Intelligent Buildings", which have as one of its purpose to improve its structure and environment in order maximise the effectiveness of its occupants, this work introduce a methodology for modelling and simulation of HVAC systems. The focus is on the integration of the HVAC system with other building systems. A hybrid approach is introduced to consider both discrete and continuous aspects. As case study, we present the models for the Ambulatory Building of Hospital of the Medical School of São Paulo University. Particularly, the proposed methodology is used to analyse if the response of the HVAC system to thermal load variations can be enhanced, improving the thermal comfort, when integration between systems is considered. (AU)