Engineering Basis

Engineering Calculation References

ASHRAE Fundamentals – International Engineering
ProjectKaraHVAC
DocumentCalc References
Code BasisASHRAE Fundamentals
ScopeInternational Eng.
Rev03
StatusAPPROVED
REF-01 Core Physics Engine
Reference: Darcy-Weisbach Equation
hf=f· LD· V22g
f: friction factor · L: length · D: diameter · V: velocity · g: gravity

Governs friction-loss modelling across the app's airflow and hydronic physics core.

REF-02 Duct Sizing Engine
Reference: ASHRAE / Huebscher Equation
de=1.30· (a·b)0.625(a+b)0.250
a, b: duct side dimensions · de: equivalent round diameter

Converts rectangular ducts to equivalent round diameter for optimized, low-friction ductwork.

REF-03 Pipe Sizing Engine
Reference: ASHRAE Fundamentals, Chapter 22
Δp=f· LD· ρV22
ρ: density · Δp: pressure drop · per ASHRAE Fundamentals, Ch. 22

Hydronic pipe sizing and allowable pressure-drop limits per ASHRAE guidance.

REF-04 Duct & Pipe Fitting Loss
Reference: ASHRAE DFDB & Crane TP-410
ΔP=ΣK· ρV22
K: resistance coeff. · ρ: density · V: velocity

Calculates localized minor losses in duct and pipe fittings using K-factor resistance coefficients.

REF-05 Pool Evaporation & HVAC
Reference: DIN 19643 & ASHRAE Ch. 6
Wp=A·F·(Pw - Pa)
A: area · F: evap. factor · Pw: water vapor pressure · Pa: air vapor pressure

Calculates water surface evaporation rate and natatorium dehumidification capacity to maintain negative pressure and IAQ.

REF-06 Cold Storage Heat Load
Reference: ASHRAE Refrigeration & USDA AH-66
Qtot=Qtr+Qpr+Qinf+Qmisc
tr: transmission · pr: product pull-down · inf: infiltration · misc: motors/lights

Comprehensive 24-hour industrial cold storage heat load breakdown: transmission, product, infiltration and miscellaneous loads.