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Air conditioning, aka HVAC&R (heating, ventilating, air ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration), was developed in the 1900s, and now contributes to one sixth of US energy usage, to the depletion of the ozone layer, and to the reality of global warming. This handbook (updated from the 1994 edition) includes developments in HVAC&R as they pertain to the design of energy-efficient systems. These relate to improvements in indoor air quality, in microprocessor-based energy management and control systems for medium-size or large projects with generic controls in graphical display, monitoring, trending, totalization and numerous specific functional controls; and in updated technology, such as artificial intelligence, BACnet, computational fluid dynamics, reciprocating compressors, etc. Wang has over 50 years experience in the field, was senior lecturer at Hong Kong Polytechnic for 12 years, and now lives in the US.Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR
Book Description
* A broad range of disciplines--energy conservation and air quality issues, construction and design, and the manufacture of temperature-sensitive products and materials--is covered in this comprehensive handbook
* Provide essential, up-to-date HVAC data, codes, standards, and guidelines, all conveniently located in one volume
* A definitive reference source on the design, selection and operation of A/C and refrigeration systems
Book Info
A handbook providing updated and practical material on air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Also provides answers to design, selection, and operation and maintenance questions, HVAC standards and guidelines, use of computers and controllers in AC and refrigeration systems, and more. DLC: Air conditioning.
From the Back Cover
A handbook that provides practical and updated material on air conditioning and refrigeration systems, produced by an author with over 50 years experience as a practicing engineer under his belt.
Whether you’re an HVAC or mechanical engineer, technician, or student, providing an effective controlled environment through air conditioning and refrigeration technology is now within reach. This guide provides you with all the answers on AC and refrigeration systems—from designing and selection to operation and maintenance. This book provides:
*Design information
*HVAC data, standards, and guidelines
*A system-wide approach
*Use of computers and controllers in AC and refrigeration systems
*Chapters ranging from management and control systems to system selection, commissioning, and maintenance.
So don’t waste valuable time searching through numerous resources. Here you get it all — the latest in technological advances in air conditioning and refrigeration—in one unique volume.
Psychometrics
Indoor Design Conditions
Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)
Basics
Load Calculations
Air Conditioning
Cycles
Air Flow
Air System Components
Fans, Filters, Coils, and Humidifier
Air System Equipment
Air-Handling Unit Packaged Units
Air Duct Design
Space Air Diffusion
Sound Control
Basics Operating Modes Outdoor Ventilation
Air and Smoke Control
Air Volume (VAV) Systems
Water and Heating Systems
Refrigerant Cycles
Refrigeration System Components
Reciprocating, Scroll, Rotary, and Screw Refrigeration Systems
Heat Pump Systems
Cogeneration
Centrifugal Refrigeration Systems
Air Conditioning Systems
Energy Use
Index
Cost Estimation
Classification
Characteristics
System Selection
Commissioning Maintenance
About the Author
Shan K. Wang, is the former Deputy Director, Chief Engineer for the Institute of Air Conditioning in Beijing, China. With master’s degrees from both Harvard and MIT, and over 50 years in industry, he is the author of 11 books in the HVAC area.
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