What is the impact of Different glazing SHGC on Cooling loads, Solar gains and cost of material for an office building in composite climate??

Project Location: BSh

Simulation Scale: Shoebox Model

Application: Research

Audience: Architect/Designer

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The graphic compares single glazed, double glazed, and single glazed with 0.75m projection windows for compatibility with ECBC. Sensible loads and solar gains are graphed. Single-glazed and double-glazed units show similar loads, but the cost difference Favors single glazed unit with 0.75m projection. It's deemed preferable for site selection due to cost considerations.

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The investigation revealed that the double-glazed unit exhibited the lowest sensible gains, while the single glazed unit with projection showed the least solar gains. Both options are viable, but the cost factor Favors single glazed units, especially in cost-sensitive sites. This suggests single glazed units as a practical choice where cost considerations are paramount.

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The investigation employs a vibrant color scheme deliberately, aiming to establish a hierarchy in information presentation. Through careful consideration of factors like sheet location, graphic size, color choice, and data graphing, it effectively prioritizes key elements, facilitating clarity and guiding focus towards critical aspects of the analysis and results