A simplified vector-based method for irradiance prediction at urban scale

Wei Liao, Yeonsook Heo

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Abstract

This paper presents a simplified vector-based method for predicting irradiance in urban context by taking a different approach for sky discretisation, obstruction detection and reflection models. A case study with three urban areas with varying densities is performed to validate the proposed model against the advanced simulation software, RADIANCE.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication15th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2017
EditorsCharles S. Barnaby, Michael Wetter
PublisherInternational Building Performance Simulation Association
Pages2705-2714
Number of pages10
ISBN (Electronic)9781510870673
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017
Externally publishedYes
Event15th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2017 - San Francisco, United States
Duration: 2017 Aug 72017 Aug 9

Publication series

NameBuilding Simulation Conference Proceedings
Volume5
ISSN (Print)2522-2708

Conference

Conference15th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2017
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Francisco
Period17/8/717/8/9

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Building and Construction
  • Architecture
  • Modelling and Simulation
  • Computer Science Applications

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