The Structure of Hosted Models
ARDI ModelHost actually allows you to run several models concurrently.
To make it easy to work with and write, we normally suggest spreading complex systems into several distinct models. Having your compressed-air system distinct from your electrical system, or your boilers distinct from your chillers, will help you compartmentalise your work.
The models can communicate with one-another, so the output of one model can then be the input to another, letting you combine your individual pieces into a complete system.
Each individual model includes four types of data point.
| Type Name | Used For |
|---|---|
| Inputs | Inputs are the values that are fed into your model. The values are expected to vary and may be linked to ARDI properties or data points in other models |
| Constants | These are the assumptions, the 'fixed' values in your model. These will only vary occasionally, and are more likely to be set once and then forgotten |
| Outputs | These are the results of your calculations, and are the values most likely to be interesting to the user |
| Calculations | These are very similar to Outputs, but aren't made available to end-users. These are used for intermediate steps in your calculation that might not be interesting to users or are hidden for IP reasons. |