Alternatives to compressor cooling in residences.

Author(s) : FEUSTEL H., ALMEIDA A. de, BLUMSTEIN C.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Reviews alternatives to compressor-driven air conditioners for cooling residences. Includes direct and indirect evaporative cooling, desiccant cooling, absorption cooling, natural and induced ventilation, radiative cooling, shading with vegetation, architectural shading, improved glazing, reflective coatings, radiant barriers, sensible and latent heat storage, and earth cooling.

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  • Original title: Alternatives to compressor cooling in residences.
  • Record ID : 1993-3462
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Energy Build. - vol. 18 - n. 3-4
  • Publication date: 1992
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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