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[rrdbes]

Hi everyone! I just did a 2D steady state analysis on the temperature and wind profile on a naturally ventilated greenhouse. Results were seemingly acceptable (See attached photo). However, i wanted to extend my simulation by adding plants or crops in the system (therefore adding new bodies, and the effect of evapotranspiration in the energy model), and adding shading nets.

For the shading nets, i am thinking to just add a thin surface body inside the structure and used the "via system coupling" for thermal boundary condition. However, i am really puzzle on how to add the effect of plant canopy on the air flow and energy balance. 

Thanks a lot!

[mli]

Run the fluids model first before turn on system coupling.