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    • Optimal Airflow Control for Laboratory Air Handling Unit (LAHU) Systems 
      Cui, Y.; Liu, M.; Conger, K. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      An optimal airflow control method and procedure have been developed for laboratory air handing unit (LAHU) systems using linear optimization theories. The optimal airflow control minimizes the thermal energy consumption ...
    • Optimal Control in Three-deck Multi-Zone Air-Handling Units: A Case-Study 
      Joo, I. S.; Song, L.; Liu, M.; Douglas, B. (Energy Systems Laboratory, 2008-12)
      A multi-zone air-handling unit was popular several decades ago due to the convenience of small sized modular units, which were inexpensive to install and easily maintained in a mechanical room. The cost and convenience ...
    • Optimal Control of Harvesting Ice Thermal Storage Systems 
      Knebel, D. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      Thermal storage is becoming a standard consideration in HVAC and process cooling systems. As the technology is refined, more attention is being given to minimize the energy consumption and power demand requirements. This ...
    • Optimal Life Cycle Cost Design for an Energy Efficient Manufacturing Facility 
      Thompson, C. T.; Beach, W. P. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1985)
      Over the past twelve years, Texas Instruments has developed extensive energy management programs that have enabled them to reduce energy usage by 42%. Typically, these reductions have been a result of the application of ...
    • Optimal Sequencing of Central Refrigeration Equipment in an Industrial Plant 
      Fiorino, D. P.; Priest, J. W. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1986)
      A model was developed to find a viable solution to the problem of selecting the optimal sequence of refrigeration equipment (chillers, cooling towers, pumps) to operate in a Central Utility Plant. The optimal equipment ...
    • Optimization Control Strategies for HVAC Terminal Boxes 
      Zhu, Y.; Batten, T.; Noboa, H.; Claridge, D. E.; Turner, W. D.; Liu, M.; Zhou, J.; Cameron, C.; Keeble, D.; Hirchak, R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      The HVAC terminal boxes are one of the major building HVAC components. They directly impact the building room comfort conditions and the energy costs. How to operate the box in a highly energy efficient way and maintain ...
    • Optimization Measures for Sporting and Special Event Facilities: Design and Operation 
      Giebler, T.; Wei, G.; Deng, S.; Claridge, D. E.; Turner, W. D.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      Reducing unnecessary building energy costs is becoming more of a priority. Rising fuel prices and a global emphasis on energy efficiency are key contributing factors. This push towards energy efficiency certainly applies to ...
    • Optimization of Chilled Water Systems 
      Gidwani, B. N. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1984)
      Chilled water systems are one of the major energy consumers in industrial, commercial, and institutional complexes. The centralization of chilled water systems has considerable advantages, namely: simplified controls, the ...
    • Optimization of Multi-Stack Exhaust Systems - New System Design Application 
      Wang, G.; Cui, Y.; Yuill, D.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      Both analytical and numerical optimization methods have been developed to optimize multi-stack exhaust systems for application in new system designs. In these systems the combined airflow capacity of the stacks equals the ...
    • Optimize the Supply Air Temperature Reset Schedule for a Single-Duct VAV System 
      Wei, G.; Claridge, D. E.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      The supply air temperature for a single-duct variable air volume (VAV) system is usually set as a constant. To minimize the simultaneous cooling and heating, this supply temperature is often reset based on either return ...
    • Optimizing Electric Humidifier Operation with an Air Side Economizer 
      Shami, U. F. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      Air side economizer cycle is a control scheme that is often used in WAC systems to reduce cooling energy consumption by introducing variable quantities of ambient air into a conditioned space to satisfy the space cooling ...
    • Optimizing Manufactured Housing Energy Use 
      McGinley, W. M.; Jones, A.; Turner, C.; Chandra, S.; Beal, D.; Parker, D. S.; Moyer, N.; McIlvaine, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2004)
      In partnership with the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), two manufactured homes were located on North Carolina A&T State University's campus in Greensboro, NC and used in a side-by-side energy consumption comparison. ...
    • The Oregon State University Kelley Engineering Center 
      Schroeder, B. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2010-08)
    • Outdoor Air, Heat Wheels and JCPenney: A New Approach to Retail Ventilation 
      Smith, C. S.; Bartlett, T. A. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      JCPenney Construction Services department is responsible for the construction of new stores, takeover of existing facilities to create a new store, repairs to existing JCPenney facilities and the expansion and modernization ...
    • AN OVERVIEW OF BUILDING AMERICA INDUSTRIALIZED HOUSING PARTNERSHIP (BAIHP) ACTIVITIES IN HOT-HUMID CLIMATES 
      Chandra, S.; Parker, D.; Sherwin, J.; Colon, C.; Fonorow, K.; Stroer, D.; Martin, E.; McIlvaine, J.; Chasar, D.; Moyer, N.; Thomas-Rees, S.; Hoak, D.; Beal, D.; Gil, C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu), 2008-12)
      BAIHP (www.baihp.org ) conducts systems research and technical assistance activities for new housing. Hot-humid climate efforts described here include: Systems research : NightCool – A hybrid cooling and dehumidification ...
    • An Overview of the Building Energy Retrofit Research Program 
      Mixon, W. R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      This research update presents the status of a U.S. Department of Energy program that addresses the technical, financial, and behavioral barriers to improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings. The program is ...
    • An Overview of the Building Energy Retrofit Research Program 
      Mixon, W. R. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1987)
      A relatively new program of the U.S. Department of Energy has been established to focus on the technical, financial, and behavioral barriers to improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings through retrofit. The ...
    • Overview of the Rebuild America Program in Texas 
      Saman, N.; Haberl, J. S.; Turner, W. D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      The Rebuild America program is a multi-year program, through the U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE), that will increase investment in energy efficiency. As the program progresses, it will save energy, create jobs, and improve ...
    • Overview of the Texas LoanSTAR Monitoring Program 
      Turner, W. D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1990)
      The Texas LoanSTAR program is an eight year, $98 million revolving loan program, funded by oil overcharge dollars, for energy conservation retrofits in Texas state, local government and school buildings. The program began ...
    • Owner's Guide to Understanding Methods and Terms of Performance Contracting 
      McDaniel, W.; Weaver, K.; Lacy, P. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      Performance Contracting is a method of making improvements to a facility and using the savings produced by the improvements to pay for the work over a period of time, typically five to ten years. Energy Conservation Measures ...