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Estimation the Performance of Solar Fiber Optic Lighting System after Repairing the Glass Fiber Cables in a South Korean Residential Building
(Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2009-11)
The solar fiber optic lighting system consists of the solar ray concentrating apparatus, the tracking control, lighting transmission and emission parts. This system was installed on a 20-storey apartment building in South ...
Recommendations for 15% Above-Code Energy Efficiency Measures on Implementing Houston Amendments to Single-Family Residential Buildings in Houston Texas
(Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2009-11)
This paper presents information about the energy saving potential for single-family residential buildings in Houston, Texas that are designed to be 15% above code. The energy efficient measures discussed in this paper were ...
Achieving Sustainability, Energy Savings, and Occupant Comfort
(Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2009-11)
Sustainability, energy savings, and occupant comfort are not mutually exclusive objectives, as buildings can be designed that incorporate all of these features. Sustainability is often defined as meeting the needs of the ...
Analysis of Rotor Rub in a Large Centrifugal Refrigeration Compressor
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
The purpose of this case study is to present an investigation of substantial damage to the rotor of a large centrifugal propane refrigeration compressor that is installed in an 800 MTPA Ethylene plant. After ten years of ...
Field Investigation of Gearbox Vibration Due to Cracked Motor Rotor Bars
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
Approximately one year after installing a new gearbox, vibration levels were gradually increasing. The tire plant requested that the gearbox manufacturer investigate under warranty. A field study was performed by an ...
Case Study of Morton Effect Experienced During a Mechanical Test of a Centrifugal Compressor
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
Axial Vibration for a Synchronous Motor Driven Gear and In-line Compressor Train
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
Revamp/Re-Rate Design Considerations
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
This tutorial paper describes the mechanical and aerodynamic factors that must be considered when revamping, re-rating or upgrading a centrifugal compressor. The possible motivations for choosing to revamp existing ...
Shop Rotordynamic Testing - Options, Objectives, Benefits and Practices
(Texas A&M University. Turbomachinery Laboratories, 2013)
Understanding the lateral rotordynamic behavior is critical in determining the reliability/operability of rotating equipment. Whether examining a centrifugal pump or compressor, steam or gas turbine, motor or generator, ...
Master Plan and Energy Audits at a Large Texas Medical Campus
(Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2009-11)
Energy Engineering Associates, Inc. was engaged by the Facilities Resource Management Department at a large medical center in Houston, TX to assist with the development of an Energy Management Master Plan and subsequent ...