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Using a Constant Volume Displacement Ventilation System to Create a Micro Climate in a Large Airport Terminal in Bangkok
Abstract
In order to conserve energy and create a
comfortable climate for both passengers and
workers at a new large international airport
in Thailand, a design concept was created
where only the first 2m above the occupied
zone is conditioned. The temperature of the
air outside of this area is allowed to rise
above normal conditions. The idea was to
let this temperature rise so that it was either
equal to or higher than the outdoor
temperature, thus reducing heat gain.
Computer simulation programs were used to
define parameters for the CF'D program.
Once the boundary conditions were defined,
the process of design analysis began. This
paper will outline the steps taken to set up
the CF'D program. Secondly, the exploration
taken to obtain an optimal climate, and
thirdly, how the many results were used to
explain to both fellow engineers and the
architects what had been achieved. The
conclusion of this analysis was the design of
special supply air grilles to meet the design
criteria.
Citation
Simmonds, P.; Gaw, W. (1996). Using a Constant Volume Displacement Ventilation System to Create a Micro Climate in a Large Airport Terminal in Bangkok. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu). Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /6690.