CFD Simulation Of Temperature Stratification For A Building Space: Validation And Sensitivity Analysis

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Abstract

Accurate and reliable CFD simulation of temperature stratification in indoor environment is needed for the design and evaluation of displacement ventilation in buildings. This paper presents a detailed and systematic evaluation of the capability of 3D steady RANS CFD simulations to predict the temperature stratification in a room. The evaluation is based on sensitivity analysis and validation with full-scale measurements of indoor air temperature. The results show that steady RANS can accurately predict the temperature stratification in an indoor environment. The SST k-ω model shows a better performance compared with other considered turbulence models.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of Building Simulation 2013: 13th Conference of IBPSA
PublisherIBPSA
Pages504-511
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9781629939988, 9782746662940
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2014
Event13th Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association 2013 - Chambery, France
Duration: 26 Aug 201328 Aug 2013
https://publications.ibpsa.org/conference/?id=bs2013

Conference

Conference13th Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association 2013
Abbreviated titleBS 2013
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityChambery
Period26/08/1328/08/13
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ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Building and Construction
  • Modelling and Simulation

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