Differential time scale solutions for dynamic boundary conditions within whole-building energy simulation

This paper presents a set of solutions to enable  differential time scales for dynamic boundary conditions within whole-building energy simulation, specifically occupant behavioral adaptations in response to short-term changes in solar and daylighting conditions. The concept is to allow specialized libraries to determine in tandem the state of critical variables, such as window blinds and lighting systems, at higher frequencies than the building domain time step (e.g.

Dynamic simulation of blind control strategies for visual comfort and energy balance analysis

The presented study describes a method for evaluating control strategies for shading devices.