Application of the DNAS framework expansion to occupant population synthesis

Research in occupant behaviour is now using a more elaborate framework of building interaction. Researchers often face challenges collecting data, particularly for the data to meet minimum number required points and interoperability requirements. address first issue with synthetic population latter ontologies. While commonly used issue, ontology development latter. The two solutions are complementary each other. One known ontologies research Drivers-NeedsActions-Systems (DNAS) ontology, which has been by modelers describe energy-related behaviour. This paper describes ontology-based generation that can be agent-based modeling (ABM) applications. considers multiple sources, including ASHRAE Thermal Comfort DB II IEA Annex 66 sets. A case study an office present workflow DNAS expansion, generation, modeling.