CBE Thermal Comfort Tool
A free online tool for evaluating comfort according to ASHRAE Standard 55.
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IEQ
Research Category: Tools and Methods
Using Brick to Enable Portable Analytics, Modeling and Controls
Skewering the Silos: Advancing the open-source data model Brick into a demonstrated and tested tool
HVAC
Computational Methods for Adaptive Reuse and Building Retrofits
New methods to assess office-to-housing conversion for feasibility, affordability and sustainability.
Advanced Ceiling Fan Design Tool
Facilitating appropriate specification and layout of fans based on key design parameters.
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Advanced Human Thermal Comfort Model
A tool for predicting human comfort resulting from HVAC, building and facade design decisions.
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Global Comfort Data Visualization Tools
Interactive thermal comfort tools for data visualization and query building.
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CBE Clima Tool
An online climate analysis and visualization resource.
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HVAC
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Setpoint Energy Savings Calculator
An online tool for fast energy saving estimations of expanded temperature ranges.
HVAC
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CBE Rad Tool: Early Design Tool for High Thermal Mass Radiant Systems
Dynamic load calculator for the study of radiant system design and operation.
HVAC
HVAC
Visualizing Building Information
Optimizing information feedback to inform and encourage resource saving behavior.
Control Strategies that Reduce Minimum Airflow to Save Energy and Maintain Comfort
Low-cost HVAC control programming can reduce energy while improving summer comfort.
HVAC
Development of a Prototype Wireless Lighting Control System
This low-cost system may lead to short payback periods for energy-saving lighting retrofits.
Window Control Signaling Systems
Assessing the design strategies and occupant response to red/green light window control signaling systems.
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Occupant Satisfaction in Mixed-Mode Buildings
Comparing occupant satisfaction with indoor environmental quality of mixed-mode and sealed buildings.
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Thermal Comfort in Naturally Ventilated Buildings
Natural ventilation for energy savings in California commercial buildings.
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Acoustical Analysis in Office Environments Using POE Surveys
CBE mined Occupant IEQ Survey data to investigate occupant satisfaction in a variety of office configurations.
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Occupant Perspectives on Outdoor Noise in Office Buildings
Testing perceived barriers to adoption of naturally ventilated and mixed mode buildings.
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Occupant Satisfaction in Green and LEED-Certified Buildings
Occupant survey data provides insights on occupant satisfaction in LEED and green buildings.
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A Python Package for Thermal Comfort
A Python library that enables accurate and complex thermal comfort calculations.
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CBE 3D Mean Radiant Temperature Tool
Graphical visualization for spatial resolution of mean radiant temperature (MRT) within a space.
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IEQ
Plug Loads Energy Study: Simulated and Actual Energy Use
Understanding and tightening the gap between simulated and actual energy use.
Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) Design Tool
Providing simplified design tools for optimization of underfloor systems.
HVAC
HVAC
Integration of Fans in Office Environments for Comfort and Energy Efficiency
Evaluating the potential effectiveness of various types of fans for low-energy comfort.
HVAC