ADVANCED
BUILDING SCIENCE
Name EYOB EFA
GSR0065/18
Advanced Building Science
Thermal comfort analysis of a sample room.
Model a simple room in design builder software and conduct a thermal
comfort simulation analysis
Requirements:
Test at least 3 different material assemblies for the building envelope
Use Fanger’s PMV and ASHRAE adaptive comfort index for the comparison
Use hourly values for the analysis
1. PMV (Predicted Mean Vote) and PPD (Predicted Percentage of Dissatisfied)
Analysis
1. The PMV/PPD index, developed by Fanger, is the most widely used model for
predicting thermal comfort. The PMV quantifies the average thermal sensation of a
group of people, while the PPD indicates the percentage of people who are likely to
feel discomfort under a given set of conditions.
2. This analysis looks at various factors such as air temperature, humidity, air velocity,
clothing insulation, and metabolic heat, and helps in designing spaces where the
thermal comfort of the majority of occupants is ensured.
2. Thermal Sensation and Thermal Discomfort Assessment
1. This analysis involves directly measuring how occupants perceive the thermal
environment, such as whether they feel too hot or too cold. By evaluating thermal
sensation, designers can make adjustments to optimize heating, cooling, and
ventilation systems.
2. Understanding thermal discomfort is crucial in building designs that support long-
term comfort and well-being.