LASER/F
(LAtent, SEnsible, Radiation / Fluxes)
For scientists and urban planners.
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LASER/F urban microclimate simulation software, official website
LASER/F example of 3D geometry in LOD 3
LASER/F is a simulation software able to predict impacts of urban planning scenarios in the context of canicules and urban heat islands (UHI). It allows scientists and urban planners to simulate the urban microclimate on scenes of typical dimensions 500 m x 500 m, and with resolutions of a few square meters. It is based on physical equations to solve the energy balance of every urban fabric elements.
LASER/F makes it possible to study urban climate due to its sophisticated modeling capabilities that take into account the complex interactions between urban elements and atmospheric conditions. Here are some reasons why LASER/F is a suitable tool for studying urban climate:
Urban Microclimate Modeling: LASER/F is designed specifically to simulate the urban microclimate. It takes into account parameters such as urban geometry, building distribution, vegetation, surface coverings, and other characteristics that influence the local climate.
Simulation of Urban Heat Islands (UHI): The software allows you to model and analyze urban heat islands, urban areas where the temperature is significantly higher than in surrounding areas. This is often due to the absorption and retention of heat by urban surfaces.
Incorporation of Atmospheric Parameters: LASER/F takes into account atmospheric parameters such as solar radiation, air temperature, wind speed, humidity, etc., which are essential for understanding and modeling urban climate.
Analysis of Urban Development Scenarios: Urban planners and researchers can use LASER/F to evaluate different urban development scenarios and understand how these changes could influence the local climate.
Study of Impacts on Thermal Comfort: LASER/F makes it possible to evaluate the thermal comfort of residents by considering factors such as temperature, solar radiation, and other parameters influencing thermal sensation.
Evaluation of Mitigation Strategies: Results obtained with LASER/F can help evaluate the effectiveness of urban heat island mitigation strategies, such as adding green areas, reflective surface coatings, etc.
In summary, LASER/F provides an integrated approach to modeling and understanding the complex interactions between urban features and atmospheric conditions, making it a valuable tool for studying urban climate.
Main elements simulated by LASER/F
Buildings
Office, houses, shopping center
Windows, air conditionner, heater
Multilayer walls and roofs
Green roofs
User defined material database
Indoor temperatures
Vegetation
Trees
Grass
Natural soil
Green roofs
3D (trees) and 2D shapes (grass) are allowed
Terrain
Multilayer ground
Artificial materials
Natural soils
Rivers, lakes, pools
Atmosphere
Urban canopy
Rural canopy
Canyon wind, temperature, humidity
Atmospheric forcing at roof level
Thermal comfort index (UTCI)
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__________________________________________ ______laserf.software@gmail.com______ __________________________________________LASER /F is designed for urban planning and fundamental research in urban climatology. This software can in no case be:used, copied, duplicated, distributed, sold or assigned without the authorization of its designer. Any use of LASER/F must be subject to a prior request to its author.
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