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    • Park Load Reduction by Preconditioning of Buildings at Night 
      Rabl, A.; Norford, L. K. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      Cooling loads during the peak period can be reduced if a building is subcooled a few degrees below its normal thermostat setpoint during the preceding night. During the day, the thermostat must control the warmup in such ...
    • Patterns of Refrigerant Use Resulting From Regulations Designed to Protect the Environment 
      Thomas, R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      The HVAC&R industry is changing rapidly. This is response to the environmental challenges of ozone depletion and global warming. The contractor working in this industry faces tough competition and increasing technical ...
    • Peak Demand Reduction with Dual-Source Heat Pumps Using Municipal Water 
      Morehouse, J. H.; Khan, J. A.; Connor, L. N.; Pal, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu), 1992-05)
      The objective of this project was to examine a dual-source (air and/or water-coupled) heat pump concept which would reduce or eliminate the need for supplemental electrical resistance heating (strip heaters). The project ...
    • Performance and Impact from Duct Repair and Ventilation Modifications of Two Newly Constructed Manufactured Houses Located in a Hot and Humid Climate 
      Withers, C.; Moyer, N.; Chasar, D.; Chandra, S. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Two nearly identical houses situated next to each other in Bossier City, Louisiana were studied in an effort to better understand moisture and cooling energy related problems in manufactured houses with low thermostat ...
    • Performance Assessment of Photovoltaic Attic Ventilator Fans 
      Parker, D. S.; Sherwin, J. R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      Controlling summer attic heat gain is important to reducing air conditioning energy use in homes in hot-humid climates. Both heat transfer through ceilings and t attic duct systems can make up a large part of peak cooling ...
    • Performance Auditing of Energy Management Programs 
      White, J. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      With the oil crisis of the 1970's, energy management programs became important to both the private and public sectors. But with the decrease of oil prices in the mid 1980's, interest in energy conservation programs has ...
    • Performance Evaluation of Hot Water Efficiency Plumbing System Using Thermal Valve 
      Cha, K. S.; Park, M. S.; Seo, H. Y. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2010-08)
      In Korea two popular water distribution systems—the branch type and the separate type systems—have serious drawbacks. The branch type suffers from temperature instability while the separate type suffers from excessive ...
    • Performance of Horizontal Field Earth-Coupled Heat Pumps 
      Abbott, C. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1986)
      An alternative to traditional methods of residential heating and cooling is the heat pump. However, heat pumps which use the outside air as a heat source/sink become inefficient during the periods of highest demand. Another ...
    • Performance Testing of Radiant Barriers 
      Hall, J. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1986)
      TVA has conducted a study to determine the effects of radiant barriers (RBI (i.e., material with a low emissivity surface facing an air space), when used with fiberglass, on attic heat transfer during summer and winter. ...
    • Performance Testing of Radiant Barriers (RB) with R11, R19, and R30 Cellulose and Rock Wool Insulation 
      Hall, J. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      TVA has previously conducted testing to determine the effects of attic RBs when used with R19 fiberglass insulation during summer and winter conditions. This previous testing, and the testing described in this paper, used ...
    • Performance Testing of Window Installation and Flashing Details 
      Weston, T. A.; Herrin, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Protection of interface at windows and other penetrations from rainwater intrusion is a primary need of building structures. This is especially true when the building is in a high weather exposure location or in a climate ...
    • Personal Computer-Based Model for Cool Storage Performance Simulation 
      Kasprowicz, L. M.; Jones, J. W.; Hitzfelder, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1990)
      A personal computer based hourly simulation model was developed based on the CBS/ICE routines in the DOE-2.1 mainframe building simulation software. The menu driven new model employs more efficient data and information ...
    • Phase-Change Frame Walls (PCFWs) for On-Peak Demand Reduction and Energy Conservation in Residential Buildings: Development, Construction and Evaluation 
      Zhang, M.; Medina, M. A.; King, J. B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2004)
      The main purpose of this work was to develop a thermally enhanced frame wall that would reduce peak load air conditioning demand, shift a portion of the thermal load, and conserve energy in residential buildings. A frame ...
    • Phase-Change Frame Walls (PCFWs) for Peak Demand Reduction, Load Shifting, Energy Conservation and Comfort 
      Medina, M.; Stewart, R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2008-12)
      This paper presents results of side-by-side experimental testing of a technology, referred to as Phase Change Frame Wall (PCFW), whose primary purpose is to increase building thermal mass by the application of phase change ...
    • Physical Surveys of Over 300 Buildings in Hot and Humid Climates Indicate Material/Design Performance Flaws Exist in Comparison to Expected Results Using Nationally Accepted Standards 
      Othmer, A. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      Surveys conducted by the State of Florida Energy Offices Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) at the University of South Florida and other participating centers, over a 10 year period, have consistently shown that ...
    • A Pilot Case Study of Measurement and Verification for a Major Texas State Agency Performance Contracting Initiative 
      Bou-Saada, T. E.; Culp, C. (Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu); Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2006)
    • Pitfalls in Building and HVAC Audits 
      Gidwani, B. N. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1985)
      The purpose of an energy audit is to identify and analyze areas of energy consumption and to propose methods of conservation. In the process of completing an audit the following areas of consumption should be considered: 0 ...
    • Plain Talk About Condensation and Radiation Below Metal Roof Assemblies 
      Ward, L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu), 1992-05)
      During recent decades an increasing number of users have chosen metal roofing for various commercial, industrial and institutional buildings. Because of several advantages, construction of new pre-engineered and "hybrid" ...
    • Polyimide Capacitive Humidity Sensors 
      Lofgren, H.; Mills, F. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      The need for a full-range, low cast humidity sensor has led Honeywell to develop a capacitive relative humidity (RH) sensor with resistance to environmental contaminants. The sensor is used in a bridge circuit to give ...
    • The Potential for Wind Induced Ventilation to Meet Occupant Comfort Conditions 
      Byrne, S. J.; Huang, Y. J.; Ritschard, R. L.; Foley, D. M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1985)
      This paper describes a simple graphic tool that enables a building designer to evaluate the potential for wind induced ventilation cooling in several climate zones. Long term weather data were analyzed to determine the ...