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1 online resource (xvi, 560 pages) : illustrations, figures, tables |
| Contents |
A. Preface -- B. Acknowledgments -- C. About the authors -- D. Introduction -- Definition and purpose of hvac systems -- Engineering as a business -- Hvac system design -- Computers in hvac design and operation -- Need for orderly procedures -- Equations -- References -- 1. Hvac equations for everyday use -- Introduction -- Air side equations -- Fan laws -- Heat transfer equations -- Fluid handling -- Power and energy -- Steam equations -- Air side equations -- Fluid handling -- Smoke management equations -- References -- 2. Hvac engineering fundamentals: part 1 -- Introduction -- Problem solving -- Value engineering -- Codes, regulations, and standards -- Fluid mechanics -- Thermodynamics -- Heat transfer -- Psychrometrics -- Sound and vibration -- Energy conservation -- Summary -- References -- 3. Hvac engineering fundamentals: part 2 -- Introduction -- Comfort -- Hvac cycles -- Control strategies -- Architectural, structural, and electrical considerations -- Conceptual design -- Environmental criteria for buildings -- Designing for operation and maintenance -- Codes and standards -- Summary -- References -- 4. Design procedures: part 1 -- Introduction -- Use of computers -- Rule of thumb calculations -- Design criteria and documentation forms -- Factors for load components -- Load calculations -- Dynamic vs. Static load calculations -- Ventilation loads -- Other loads -- Summary -- References -- 5. Design procedures: part 2 -- Introduction -- Sustainable systems and equipment -- Maintainability of systems and equipment -- Criteria for system and equipment selection -- Options in system and equipment selection -- The psychrometric chart -- Effects of altitude and temperature -- Software-based equipment selection -- Summary -- Reference -- 6. Design procedures: part 3 -- Introduction -- Fans -- Air duct design -- Diffusers, grilles, and registers -- Louvers -- Dampers -- Filters -- Air distribution with high flow rates -- Stratification -- Noise control -- Indoor air quality -- Summary -- References -- 7. Design procedures: part 4 -- Introduction -- Steam -- Water -- High-temperature water -- Secondary coolants (brines and glycols) -- Piping systems -- Pumps -- Refrigerant distribution -- Summary -- References -- 8. Design procedures: part 5 -- Introduction -- General plant design concepts -- Central steam plants -- Low-temperature hot water central plants -- High-temperature hot water central plants -- Fuel options and alternative fuels -- Central chilled water plants -- Thermal storage systems -- Central plant distribution arrangements -- Cogeneration plants -- Summary -- References -- 9. Design procedures: part 6 -- Introduction -- Control fundamentals -- Control devices -- Instrumentation -- Typical control systems -- Electrical interfaces -- Computer-based controls -- Control symbols -- Summary -- References -- 10. Equipment: part 1 -- Introduction -- Refrigeration cycles -- Compressors -- Chillers -- Condensers -- Cooling towers -- Cooling coils -- Radiant cooling -- Evaporative cooling -- Refrigerants -- Summary -- References -- 11. Equipment: part 2 -- Introduction -- General -- Boilers -- Boiler types -- Combustion processes and fuels -- Fuel-burning equipment -- Boiler feedwater and water treatment systems -- Boiler codes and standards -- Boiler design -- Acceptance and operational testing -- Direct- and indirect-fired heating equipment -- Heat exchangers water heating -- Heat exchangers air heating -- Unit heaters and duct heaters -- Terminal heating equipment -- Heat pumps -- Heat recovery and reclaim -- Solar heating -- Humidification -- Summary -- References -- 12. Equipment: part 3 -- Introduction -- Ahu system arrangements -- Package air handling units -- Built-up (field-assembled) ahu -- Terminal units -- Individual room ahus -- Humidity control -- Control of outside air quantity -- Effects of altitude -- Exhaust systems -- Smoke control -- Summary |
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References-13. Electrical features of hvac systems-Introduction-Fundamentals of electrical power-Common service voltages-Power factor-Motors-Variable-speed drives-Hvac electrical interface-Uninterruptible power supply-Standby power generation-Electrical room ventilation-Lighting systems-National electrical code-Summary-References-14. Design documentation: drawings and specifications-Introduction-The nature of contracts-Drawings-Specifications-Summary-References-15. After design: through construction to operation-Introduction-Participation during construction-Commissioning-Summary-References-16. Technical report writing-Introduction-Organization of a report-Writing with clarity-Use of tables and figures-Printing and binding-Letter reports-Summary-Reference-17. Engineering fundamentals: part 1-Introduction-Terminology in fluid mechanics-Law of conservation of mass-Bernoulli equation (law of the conservation of energy)-Flow volume measurement-Summary-References-18. Engineering fundamentals: part 2-Introduction-Thermodynamics terms-First law of thermodynamics-Second law of thermodynamics-Efficiency-Coefficient of performance-Specific heat cp-Summary-Reference-19. Engineering fundamentals: part 3-Introduction-Heat transfer modes-Thermal conduction-Thermal convection-Thermal radiation-Latent heat and moisture-Summary-References-20. Engineering fundamentals: part 4-Introduction-Thermodynamic properties of moist air-Tables of properties-Psychrometric charts-Hvac processes on the psychrometric chart-The protractor on the ashrae psychrometric chart-Effects of altitude-Summary-References-21. Engineering fundamentals: part 5-Introduction-Definitions-Methods of specifying and measuring sound-Sound and vibration transmission-Ambient sound level design goals-Reducing sound and vibration transmission-Summary-References-22. Indoor air quality-Introduction-Basics of iaq design-Methods of providing acceptable iaq-Design considerations for acceptable iaq-Additional design considerations for acceptable iaq-Protection of outside air intakes-Iaq and energy conservation-Summary-References-23. Sustainable hvac systems-Introduction-Energy-efficient "green" buildings-Hvac sustainable design approaches-Energy efficiency compliance-Indoor air quality compliance-Bridging the gap between energy efficiency requirements and iaq requirements-Summary-References-24. Smoke management-Introduction-Basic principles, codes, definitions, and design guides for smoke-management systems-Atrium and mall smoke management design requirements-Zoned smoke management systems-Design procedure for zoned smoke control-Zoned smoke management calculation example-Implementation and performance testing-Testing of zoned smoke control systems-Note of caution on smoke machine or smoke bomb testing-Summary-References |
| Summary |
"Thoroughly updated with the latest codes, technologies, and practices, this all-in-one resource provides details, calculations, and specifications for designing efficient and effective residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC systems." "HVAC Systems Design Handbook, Fifth Edition, features new information on energy conservation and computer usage for design and control, as well as the most recent International Code Council (ICC) Mechanical Code requirements. Detailed illustrations, tables, and essential HVAC equations are also included. This comprehensive guide contains everything you need to design, operate, and maintain peak-performing HVAC systems."--Jacket |
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A complete, fully revised HVAC design reference. Thoroughly updated with the latest codes, technologies, and practices, this all-in-one resource provides details, calculations, and specifications for designing efficient and effective residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC systems. HVAC Systems Design Handbook, Fifth Edition, features new information on energy conservation and computer usage for design and control, as well as the most recent International Code Council (ICC) Mechanical Code requirements. Detailed illustrations, tables, and essential HVAC equations are also included. This comprehensive guide contains everything you need to design, operate, and maintain peak-performing HVAC systems |
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes |
| Notes |
Cover image and table of contents, viewed on May 19, 2014 |
| Subject |
Air conditioning -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction
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Heating -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction
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Ventilation -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction
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Air conditioning -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction.
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Heating -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction.
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Ventilation -- Equipment and supplies -- Design and construction.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Myers, Michael E., author
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| ISBN |
0071622977 |
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9780071622974 |
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