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Earth-air heat exchangers in the Belgian climate: first practical experience.

Author(s) : PAEPE M. de, MLECNIK E., BRUYN G. de, et al.

Summary

Following calculations of potential energy savings, several types of earth-air heat exchangers have been coupled to buildings in novel concepts for passive heating and cooling of ventilation air. For the first time this technology was used in the Belgian climate. Simulations and measurements show the importance of correct sizing and taking into account the conditions of the soil. Two calculation models are compared: one with CAPSOL, the other one developed at the Ghent University. It can be noticed that, for the Belgian climate, air can sufficiently be controlled by an earth-air heat exchanger and preheating equipment in ventilation systems can be avoided.

Details

  • Original title: Earth-air heat exchangers in the Belgian climate: first practical experience.
  • Record ID : 2006-2009
  • Languages: English
  • Publication date: 2001/09/11
  • Source: Source: Proc. AIVC Conf., Bath
    CP 22; sess. 2; 12 p.; fig.; 12 ref./AIVC CD n. 6.

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