scSTREAM Training 2020: Architecture and Building Application

August 27, 2024

By Admin Pang

The scSTREAM Training 2020 is a specialized course designed for professionals in the architecture and building industry who seek to enhance their expertise in thermal and CFD simulations. This intensive three-day program will introduce participants to the fundamental operations of scSTREAM, a powerful tool for simulating various environmental and HVAC scenarios within architectural projects. The training will cover essential topics such as radiation, diffusion, ventilation efficiency, and humidity control, providing attendees with practical skills to tackle complex design challenges. Whether you are an architect, engineer, or designer, this course offers invaluable knowledge to optimize your building designs for better performance and sustainability.

Objective

The primary goal of this course is to familiarize participants with the basic operations of scSTREAM and equip them to handle typical thermal/CFD problems encountered in building and architectural design processes. The training will focus on functions specifically useful for:

Indoor HVAC simulations
External flow and aerodynamics around buildings

By the end of the course, attendees will acquire fundamental knowledge about:

Basic Operation of scSTREAM
Validating Simulation Results
Advanced scSTREAM Functions
Accessing Information and Seeking Help

Topics Covered

Introduction to CFD
- Basics of Computational Fluid Dynamics and its importance in architecture.
Basic Operation of scSTREAM
- Understanding the user interface and fundamental operations.
Architectural Parts
- Simulation of architectural components and their interaction.
Radiation and Solar Radiation
- Techniques for modeling radiation and the effects of solar radiation.
Diffusion
- Principles of diffusion and its impact on building design.
Ventilation Efficiency
- Evaluating and improving HVAC system efficiency.
Humidity (Dew Condensation and Evaporation)
- Analyzing the effects of humidity and controlling condensation.
Importing CAD Data
- Seamlessly integrating CAD models into scSTREAM simulations.
Power-law Velocity
- Application of power-law velocity profiles in simulations.
Forest Canopy Model
- Simulating the effects of forest canopies on building aerodynamics.
Multiblock
- Using the multiblock feature for complex simulations.
Mapping
- Techniques for mapping data and results within the simulation.