This paper describes simulation methodologies of HVAC systems using self-adjusting template, which are implemented in the BEST program. To achieve extensibility and ease of maintenance, modular structure is introduced. Any appliance is modeled as a module class that implements formatted common functions. One of the new features of the BEST program is “template” structure by which effort for making input data is considerably reduced. Templates are a partial systems implemented, should be prepared in advance connected parts of more than one module.
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