Simulation of a house heating system using C# — An energy conservation perspective

The simulator of a house heating system using C# is implemented to simulate house heating system efficiency, energy consumption and associated costs under different scenarios, and for its use as an “expert system shell” to assist in development of advanced intelligent algorithms for future “Smart Thermostat.” The benefits of a controlled and programmable schedule achieved by a Programmable Communicating Thermostat (PCT) versus the fixed (permanent hold) set points, is considered. In addition, the advantages of multi-zone controlled house heating system versus single zone house are considered. The results relating the total energy consumption in kWh, and corresponding energy costs for several test cases are considered. The results of having a programmable weekly schedule based on the occupancy preferences and Utility Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rates, to optimize comfort and conservation of energy accordingly, are presented.