Simulation Setup (+2)
Simulation Setup
- Consistent naming - Use same object names across configurations
- Same analysis period - Compare equivalent simulation lengths
- Same environmental conditions - Unless comparing sensitivity
- Documented changes - Track what differs between configurations
Comparison Approach
- Baseline first - Establish reference configuration
- One change at a time - For sensitivity studies
- Statistical significance - Consider variability
- Normalization - Compare percentage changes when scales differ
Reporting
- Clear labels - Identify each configuration
- Key metrics - Focus on design-critical values
- Visualization - Use charts for patterns
- Conclusions - State design implications