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Economic optimization and sensitivity analysis of energy requirements in residential space heating
Author(s) -
Bagatin M.,
Caldon R.,
Gottardi G.
Publication year - 1984
Publication title -
international journal of energy research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.808
H-Index - 95
eISSN - 1099-114X
pISSN - 0363-907X
DOI - 10.1002/er.4440080204
Subject(s) - sensitivity (control systems) , space (punctuation) , energy (signal processing) , set (abstract data type) , basis (linear algebra) , thermal insulation , engineering , environmental science , civil engineering , mathematical optimization , computer science , mathematics , materials science , statistics , electronic engineering , operating system , geometry , layer (electronics) , composite material , programming language
An analytical model which relates performance with costs of additional insulation has been developed and the optimum set of insulation values for the various surfaces of a new building has been determined in a generalized form. On this basis the determinants of the specific energy requirements, corresponding to an optimal level of insulation are identified. The sensitivity of the energy needs to variations in the building structure or design, in the economic conditions, and in the climate characteristics, is also investigated.