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HVAC duct system design using genetic algorithms.

Author(s) : ASIEDU Y., BESANT R. W., GU P.

Type of article: Article

Summary

A genetic algorithm technique is used to design an HVAC air duct system with minimum life-cycle cost. The approach has the capability to incorporate standard (discrete) duct sizes, variable time-of-day operating conditions and variable time-of-day utility rates. An example is used to illustrate these capabilities and results are compared to those obtained using weighted average flow rates and utility rates to show the life-cycle cost savings possible using this genetic algorithm methodology. Life-cycle cost savings are minimal for some designs, but much larger savings are possible for complex designs and operating constraints.

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  • Original title: HVAC duct system design using genetic algorithms.
  • Record ID : 2001-0987
  • Languages: English
  • Source: HVAC&R Research - vol. 6 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 2000/04
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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