Energy Modeling

  • Pre-Print Simulating and Optimizing Mechanical Equipment for Candy Manufacturing

    Pre-Print Simulating and Optimizing Mechanical Equipment for Candy Manufacturing

    Gabriel Legorburu, PhD, PE                                                                               ABSTRACT Food production represents 15.7% of US energy usage. Consequently, it is important to recognize that food processors are committing to carbon neutrality. However, new energy modeling frameworks and analysis techniques are needed to reduce energy usage and emissions. One energy-intensive food process is soft-jelled candy manufacturing. Typically, it requires 5.67… Read more

  • Simulating Building Mechanical Energy Consumption

    Simulating Building Mechanical Energy Consumption

    Evaluating different mechanical systems before a building is a challenging but common problem. One approach to simplify the process is to use historical data from similar projects. The poster below was presented at the ASME IMECE 2019 conference to address the challenge. Additional research publications can be found here. Read more

  • Early Design Phase Energy Modeling with EnergyPlus

    Early Design Phase Energy Modeling with EnergyPlus

    In the U.S., buildings have an average life span of 70-75 years (DOE, 2011) and represent 40% of the country’s annual energy use (Energy Information Administration, 2012). Consequently, design choices related to new buildings have a significant and long-lasting impact. In general, it is important to consider energy consumption and cost for the design of… Read more