Comparative Analysis of Meteorological versus In Situ Variables in Ship Thermal Simulations

Thermal simulations have become increasingly popular in assessing energy efficiency and predicting thermal behaviors in various structures. Calibration of these simulations is essential for accurate predictions. A crucial aspect of this calibration involves investigating the influence of meteorologi...

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Published in:Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) Switzerland), 2024-04, Vol.24 (8), p.2454
Main Authors: Arce, Elena, Suárez-García, Andrés, López-Vázquez, José Antonio, Devesa-Rey, Rosa
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Calibration
Comparative analysis
Construction
Datasets
Energy conservation
Energy consumption
Energy efficiency
Energy modeling
Humidity
low-cost weather station
Meteorological research
meteorological variables
Naval engineering
Ports
Sensors
ship energy efficiency
Simulation
Simulation methods
Software
Temperature
thermal simulation
Ventilation
Weather
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Summary:Thermal simulations have become increasingly popular in assessing energy efficiency and predicting thermal behaviors in various structures. Calibration of these simulations is essential for accurate predictions. A crucial aspect of this calibration involves investigating the influence of meteorological variables. This study aims to explore the impact of meteorological variables on thermal simulations, particularly focusing on ships. Using TRNSYS (TRaNsient System Simulation) software (v17), renowned for its capability to model complex energy systems within buildings, the significance of incorporating meteorological data into thermal simulations was analyzed. The investigation centered on a patrol vessel stationed in a port in Galicia, northwest Spain. To ensure accuracy, we not only utilized the vessel's dimensions but also conducted in situ temperature measurements onboard. Furthermore, a dedicated weather station was installed to capture real-time meteorological data. Data from multiple sources, including Meteonorm and MeteoGalicia, were collected for comparative analysis. By juxtaposing simulations based on meteorological variables against those relying solely on in situ measurements, we sought to discern the relative merits of each approach in enhancing the fidelity of thermal simulations.
ISSN:1424-8220
1424-8220
DOI:10.3390/s24082454