Graphics Programs Reference
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Conceptual Analysis
A new project RFP has come in, with a project goal of LEED Gold
certification. Leslie has been given the task of investigating the best
possible energy performance of three building concept options outlined
in the RFP. Trouble is that there isn't time to accurately model the three
building options in Revit.
By using the Conceptual Mass Model tool for energy simulation, Leslie
is able to create generic mass models of each design and analyze several
building and system configurations and orientations, enabling her to
target the best-performing concept design to present to the team for
consideration.
Performing Energy Simulation
When you are ready, switch to a 3D view of your project—Revit analyzes the
massdisplayedonlyinthe3Dview.ClicktheRunEnergySimulationtoolon
theEnergyAnalysispaneloftheAnalyzetab.Ifyou'reloggedintoAutodesk,
youwillseethedialogboxshownin
Figure8.26
.
Useauniquenameforeach
run so that you will be able to easily identify and compare designs. Click
Continue to run the analysis.
