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An energy analysis of low-temperature air distribution systems and reduced economizer-cycle cooling.

Author(s) : CATANESE D. L.

Summary

Low-temperature supply air systems are often used with an ice storage system to take advantage of the 1.1 to 3.3 deg C chilled water available. Distribution equipment can be downsized to offer significant savings in first costs and often lower energy costs. However, some of the benefits of the natural cooling normally available in a conventional (12.8 deg C) supply air system will be lost in a low-temperature supply air system. By using an hourly building energy analysis program to compare the energy use (conventional/low-temperature supply air system), the paper quantifies the energy penalty associated with reduced economizer-cycle cooling in a low-temperature air system.

Details

  • Original title: An energy analysis of low-temperature air distribution systems and reduced economizer-cycle cooling.
  • Record ID : 1992-3030
  • Languages: English
  • Publication date: 1991
  • Source: Source: ASHRAE Trans.
    vol. 97-1; 848-853; 9 fig.; 5 tabl.; 6 ref.; discuss.
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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