Accommodation cooling-load estimate from transmission, solar, internal + ventilation gains - the chiller-sizing baseline.
Formula
$$ \dot Q = Q_{trans} + Q_{solar} + Q_{int} + Q_{vent} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $Q_trans$ | Hull transmission heat | kW | U × A × ΔT |
| $Q_int$ | Internal occupancy gain | kW | ASHRAE 55 |
Sources
- ASHRAE Handbook - Applications.