HVACR systems contribute to energy consumption and environmental impact, so there is a growing emphasis on developing systems that are more energy efficient and have reduced environmental impacts.
HVACR Simulation Solutions
Gamma Technologies develops GT-SUITE, the industry-leading model-based systems engineering (MBSE) CAE system simulation software. GT-SUITE provides a comprehensive set of validated 0D/1D/3D multi-physics component libraries, which simulate the physics of fluid dynamics, thermal, mechanical, electrical, magnetics, and controls.
Utilizing combinations of these libraries, accurate models can be built of practically any HVACR (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) system. This makes GT-SUITE the ideal HVACR simulation software!
CHALLENGES IN HVACR DEVELOPMENT
Challenges in HVACR development include several key factors. One challenge is the need for sustainability and efficiency in HVACR systems. HVACR systems contribute to energy consumption and environmental impact, so there is a growing emphasis on developing systems that are more energy efficient and have reduced environmental impacts. This includes exploring alternative refrigerants such as ammonia, CO2, and propane, which are considered more environmentally friendly than traditional refrigerants. However, the adoption of these alternative refrigerants poses challenges in terms of safety, system design, and equipment compatibility.
Sustainability & Efficiency
This includes exploring alternative refrigerants such as ammonia, CO2, and propane, which are considered more environmentally friendly than traditional refrigerants. However, the adoption of these alternative refrigerants poses challenges in terms of safety, system design, and equipment compatibility.
Decarbonization
The HVACR industry is expected to adapt to regulations and requirements aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.
This requires the development of new technologies and systems that can integrate with renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. The electrification of HVACR systems is also becoming more prevalent, presenting challenges in terms of system design, equipment compatibility, and the need for skilled professionals who can install and maintain these systems.
New Refrigerants
The industry is going through more refrigerant transitions to low global warming potential (GWP), driven mainly by government regulations.
Refrigerant and equipment manufacturers are strategizing and preparing for this transformative change. These organizations are moving away from traditional testing and towards simulation to quickly and efficiently virtually test and optimize systems.
System Complexity and Controls
Like the cars we drive, HVACR systems are becoming more complex and require advanced controls to achieve temperature and energy consumption goals.
Instead of simply operating on or off, new technologies require sensors, actuators, and advanced control logic. Leading organizations are turning to simulation software to evaluate transient behavior, design controls, and save development time and money.
GT SOLUTIONS FOR HVACR DEVELOPMENT
- Used by leading companies worldwide such as Copeland, Carrier, Daikin, Rheem, Sanden, Trane, and others
- Simulate HVACR systems, components & building energy management
- Predict performance before building & testing prototypes
- Shorten design cycles & reduce product development costs
- Multi-physics: fluid, thermal, mechanics, acoustics & more
- Select the optimal component size & technology for HVAC systems: compressors, heat exchangers, expansion devices
- Use pre-built libraries to quickly build models
- Study different refrigerants (CO2, etc.)
- Evaluate heat pump system designs to find optimal solution
- Develop optimized control strategies
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Leading the industry in robust solver stability
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Powerful parameterization capabilities to vary inputs
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Built-in optimization and design of experiments (DoE)
- Links to industry tools: Excel, Matlab/Simulink, Modelica, internal tools, Python, C
GT HVACR SOLUTIONS USE CASES
See HVACR industry use cases associated with GT-SUITE in various published papers and presentations.
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TESTIMONIALS SHARED BY GT CUSTOMERS*
* The following testimonials are actual experiences and results shared by GT customers. For confidentiality reasons, we’re not allowed to share the names of these customers.
