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    • Factors Influencing Water Heating Energy Use and Peak Demand in a Large Scale Residential Monitoring Study 
      Bouchelle, M. P.; Parker, D. S.; Anello, M. T. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      A load research project by the Florida Power Corporation (FPC) is monitoring 200 residences in Central Florida, collecting detailed end-use load data. The monitoring is being performed to better estimate the impact of FPC's ...
    • Feasibility of Municipal Water Mains as Heat Sink for Residential Air-Conditioning 
      Vliet, G. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1994)
      It has been proposed that municipal water mains be used as the heat sink or the heat source for air-conditioning or heating, respectively. This paper addresses the extent of thermal contamination associated with the use of ...
    • Field and Laboratory Study of a Ground-Coupled Water Source Heat Pump with an Integral Enthalpy Exchange System for Classrooms 
      Domitrovic, R.; Hayzen, G. J.; Johnson, W. S.; Chen, F. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      School classroom space-conditioning equipment in hot and humid climates is often excessively burdened by the requirement to dehumidify incoming air to maintain proper thermal comfort and air quality. To that end, application of ...
    • A Field Comparison of Performance Based Energy Efficient and Conventionally Constructed Homes in South Texas 
      Schertz, S.; Stracener, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1986)
      The Residential Good Cents Program is a program designed to reduce energy use and electrical demand of residences. It was introduced to residential developers and contractors in the Spring of 1983 in the Central Power and ...
    • Field Evaluation of Desiccant-Integrated HVAC Systems: A Review of Case Studies in Multiple Commercial/Institutional Building Types 
      Yborra, S. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      An independent field research effort co-funded by the Gas Research Institute and The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory is documenting the performance and energy usage characteristics of active ...
    • Field Measurements of Cooling Energy Consumption in a Multi-Zone Office Building 
      Heidell, J. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1985)
      This paper discusses cooling energy use in a small office building with the objective of developing an understanding of where energy is used and identifying relationships between cooling energy and other energy end uses. ...
    • Field Performance of a Ground-Coupled Heat Pump in Abilene, Texas 
      Dobson, M.; O'Neal, D. L.; Aldred, W.; Margo, R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1994)
      A nominal 10.6 kW (3 ton), vertical-configuration ground-coupled heat pump was installed in Abilene, Texas in December 1989 and was monitored until May 1993 using a remote data acquisition system. The unit was installed ...
    • Field Test of Combined Desiccant-Evaporator Cycle Providing Lower Dew Points and Enhanced Dehumidification 
      Cromer, C. J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2006)
    • Field Validation of the ASHRAI Transfer Function Method for Calculating Cooling Load 
      Braud, H. J.; Quille, T.; Shih, J. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Transfer Function Method (TFM) was validated using two identical wood frame residential-type structures, each containing an east and ...
    • Field-Evaluation of Alternative HVAC Strategies to Meet Ventilation, Comfort and Humidity Control Criteria at Three Full-Serve Restaurants 
      Yborra, S. C.; Spears, J. W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      Lighting and ventilation represent the majority of the air conditioning loads in office buildings in hot humid climates. Use of motion sensors is one way to minimize the energy used for these loads. This paper describes ...
    • FLASTAR: Measured Savings of a Comprehensive Energy Retrofit in a Florida Elementary School 
      Sherwin, J. R.; Parker, D. S. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      This paper describes the final results for the pilot demonstration of the Florida Public Building Loan Concept. This loan program was intended to provide low cost funds to eligible public entities for upgrade of building ...
    • The Florida Energy Efficiency Building Code, the Second Generation 
      Dixon, R. W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1985)
      This paper discusses the Revision of the Residential Sections of the Florida Energy Efficiency Code for Building Construction. The procedures utilized in the Revision and the concepts integrated in to the 2nd Generation ...
    • Flywheel Cooling: A Cooling Solution for Non Air-Conditioned Buildings 
      Abernethy, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu), 1992-05)
      "Flywheel Cooling" utillzes the natural cooling processes of evaporation, ventilation and air circulation. These systems are providing low-cost cooling for distribution centers, warehouses, and other non air-conditioned ...
    • The Framework of an Optimization Model for the Thermal Design of Building Envelopes 
      Al-Homoud, M. S.; Degelman, L. O.; Boyer, L. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1994)
      Careful long term decisions in the design and operation of buildings can significantly improve the thermal performance and thus reduce the consumption of energy. The availability and ease of use of today's computers can ...
    • Fundamental Desiccants 
      Krebs, M. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1990)
      The purpose of this paper is to familiarize the mainstream HVAC and facility management community with the technical concepts and emerging role of desiccant dehumidification alternatives and various hybrids thereof. ...
    • Gas -Fueled Engine-Driven Air Conditioning Systems for Commercial Buildings 
      Lindsay, B. B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1987)
      In 1985, the Gas Research Institute (GRI) initiated a program with Tecogen, Inc., to develop a nominal 150-ton gas-fueled engine-driven water chiller for commercial buildings. The packaged system has been designed, fabricated, ...
    • Gas Powered Air Conditioning Absorption vs. Engine-Drive 
      Phillips, J. N. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      It used to be that the only alternative to costly electric air conditioning was the double-effect gas-fired absorption chiller/heaters. Beginning in the 1980's, they were the "star" equipment promoted by gas companies ...
    • A Gas-Fired Heat Pipe Zone Heater 
      Winn, C. B.; Burns, P.; Guire, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1984)
      A gas-fired vented zone heater has recently been developed by the Altar Corporation for Colorado State University (CSU) under a Gas Research Institute (GRI) contract. The unit war developed for auxiliary heating applications ...
    • Getting Serious About Safety and Loss Prevention Emergency Power and Standby Generators 
      Fisher, D.; Fenter, T.; McClure, J. D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2004)
      Power failures can occur for a variety of reasons. The consequences of such outages range from mere inconveniences to damaged equipment, ruined goods, lost revenue, and diminished safety. In all buildings lighting is among ...
    • Green and High Performance Factory Crafted Housing 
      Thomas-Rees, S.; Chasar, D.; Chandra, S.; Stroer, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2008-12)
      In the U.S., factory-built housing greater than 400 square feet is built either to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) code for mobile homes or site-built codes for modular housing. During the last ...