Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis
Internal Temperature
The interior of a building can vary substantially in terms of temperature and air movement. Understanding these variations within building spaces can help in the design of passive and mechanical strategies.
These images show analysis of the different air temperatures through a building section during summer. The highest temperatures are indicated in red while the lowest temperatures are indicated in dark blue.
These images show analysis of the different air temperatures through a building section during winter. The highest temperatures are indicated in green while the lowest temperatures are indicated in dark blue.
CFD analysis used in the early design stages can answer many questions regarding proposed designs, or can even reveal potential concerns or solutions not considered.
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
CFD analysis can be used to evaluate the impact of building designs on the surrounding environment such as pedestrian comfort in an urban setting or even potential snow deposition. Using historical data gathered from a microclimate analysis, wind studies can be created based on prevailing winds at specific times of the year or day. Understanding the effects of proposed buildings and additions on their surrounding environment is important in order to refine the final building design.