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System Optimization - The Global Approach to HVAC Control
Abstract
System Optimization is a new approach to HVAC control as implemented by Energy Management Control Systems.
System Optimization is defined as electronic building control strategies which treat a building's HVAC
components as a complete energy-efficient and coordinated system. Trends in the development of HVAC control
strategies are briefly discussed. An example which differentiates between conventional and System Optimization
approaches is used to illustrate this new approach. The example discusses aspects of cooling season operation
for a typical HVAC system. The paper concludes with four basic principles of System Optimization which are
essential for effective control of a building environment.
Citation
Thielman, D. E. (1984). System Optimization - The Global Approach to HVAC Control. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu). Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /6554.