Validation of passive-solar analysis/design tools using Class A performance-evaluation data

Conference · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1982

OSTI ID:5351828

Hunn, B D; Turk, W V; Wray, W O

A major objective of the Class A Performance Evaluation Program is to collect, analyze, and archive detailed test data for the rigorous validation of analysis/design tools used for passive solar research and design. Elements of the plan for Class A validation are described. A proposed validation methodology, including a quantitative definition of validation, minimum data requirements, and a standard reporting format, is outlined. The preliminary testing of this methodology using hourly data from two Class A test facilities is presented. Finally, the collection, analysis, and documentation of preliminary data sets is discussed.

• Research Organization: Los Alamos National Lab., NM (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-36
• OSTI ID: 5351828
• Report Number(s): LA-UR-82-1732; CONF-820819-6; ON: DE82017588
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

14 SOLAR ENERGY
140901* -- Solar Thermal Utilization-- Space Heating & Cooling
COMPUTER CODES
COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN
COMPUTERIZED SIMULATION
ENERGY SYSTEMS
EQUIPMENT
HEATING SYSTEMS
INFORMATION NEEDS
MATHEMATICAL MODELS
MONTE CARLO METHOD
PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS
SIMULATION
SOLAR EQUIPMENT
SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS
TEST FACILITIES
TESTING
VALIDATION