Validation, optimisation and comparison of carbon dioxide-based occupancy estimation algorithms

Felix Nienaber, Sebastian Wolf, Davide Cali, Dirk Müller, Henrik Madsen

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Abstract

The operation of heating, cooling and air-conditioning (HVAC) in buildings often adheres to fixed time schedules. However, associating HVAC schedules to the occupant’s presence patterns can save a significant amount of energy, reducing operation periods to the required minimum. Therefore, automated occupancy estimation provides valuable input to efficient building control strategies. This work discusses the validation and adjustment for two carbon dioxide-based occupancy detection algorithms based on data from ten multi-person offices. Both methods are based on a carbon dioxide mass balance equation. However, they follow two different philosophies. One model is deterministic and includes a more detailed representation of the system, whereas the other model includes stochastic elements and was based on fewer assumptions. Both approaches show similar and promising results. The advantages and drawbacks of each method are reviewed. Furthermore, adjustments of the algorithms to the given conditions and possible future improvements are discussed.
Original languageEnglish
JournalIndoor and Built Environment
Issue numberSpecial Issue – RoomVent 2018
Number of pages15
ISSN1420-326X
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019

Keywords

  • CO2
  • Occupancy detection
  • Indoor air quality
  • Occupant behaviour

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