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    • 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 ...
    • The Potential of Energy Management and Control Systems for Real-Time Electricity Pricing Programs 
      Akbari, H.; Heinemeier, K. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1990)
      In implementing an integrated electric utility network, direct communication between the utility and customers is an important component. The rapid penetration of computer building control technology in larger commercial ...
    • Potential Peak Load Reductions From Residential Energy Efficient Upgrades 
      Meisegeier, D.; Howes, M.; King, D.; Hall, J. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2002)
      The demand for electricity is continuing to grow at a substantial rate. Utilities are interested in managing this growth's peak demand for a number of reasons including: costly construction of new generation capacity can ...
    • Power Signatures as Characteristics of Commercial and Related Buildings 
      MacDonald, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      This paper proposes the use of "power signatures" as an important concept for building energy analysis. Power signatures are considered to contain "energy or power characteristics" of a building. Developing relationships ...
    • Pre-Retrofit Lighting Study at the University of Texas at Arlington 
      Houcek, J. K.; Claridge, D. E.; Haberl, J. S. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1994)
      In the summer of 1993 the University of Texas at Arlington Physical Plant Department submitted a request to the Energy Systems Lab to conduct a lighting study to determine the most cost-effective method of implementing ...
    • Preconditioning Outside Air: Cooling Loads from Building Ventilation 
      Kosar, D. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      HVAC equipment manufacturers, specifiers and end users interacting in the marketplace today are only beginning to address the series of issues promulgated by the increased outside air requirements in ASHRAE Standard 62- ...
    • Predicting Energy Usage in a Supermarket 
      Schrock, D. W.; Claridge, D. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1989)
      Very little is known about the energy using systems in commercial and retail stores, which consume 24.8% of the energy used by all commercial buildings. This paper describes development of a change-point regression model ...
    • A Prediction of Energy Savings Resulting from Building Infiltration Control 
      McWatters, K.; Claridge, D. E.; Liu, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1996)
      Heat transfer through building walls consists of three main components: conduction heat transfer, solar gain and infiltration heat transfer. An interaction among these three heat transfer components alters the effective ...
    • A Preliminary Evaluation of Alternative Liquid Desiccants for a Hybrid Desiccant Air Conditioner 
      Studak, J. W.; Peterson, J. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      This paper presents the results of a preliminary investigation at The University of Texas at Austin of alternative liquid desiccants for use in a hybrid desiccant air-conditioning system in which a desiccant is circulated ...
    • Preliminary Measurements of the Energy Impact of Infiltration in a Test Cell 
      Claridge, D. E.; Krarti, M.; Bhattacharyya, S. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      All existing computer models for calculating energy consumption of buildings assume that infiltration increases the heating and cooling load on a building by an amount equal to the mass flow rate of the infiltration times ...
    • Preliminary Study of a Vented Attic Radiant Barrier System in Hot, Humid Climates Using Side-by-Side, Full-Scale Test Houses 
      Lear, W. E.; Barrup, T. E.; Davis, K. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1987)
      A series of side-by-side tests was performed using two full scale test houses to determine the effectiveness of a Vented Radiant Barrier System (VRBS) in reducing the ceiling heat flux during the summer cooling season in ...
    • Procedures for Filling Short Gaps in Energy Use and Weather Data 
      Chen, H.; Claridge, D. E. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      Filling short gaps (a few hours) in hourly energy use and weather data can be useful for (i) retrofit savings analysis and calculation, and for (ii) diagnostic purposes. The paper evaluates four methods for rehabilitating ...
    • Program Overview: The Texas LoanSTAR Program; 1989-August 1997 
      Turner, W. D.; Claridge, D. E.; O'Neal, D. L.; Haberl, J. S.; Heffington, W. M.; Harvey, T.; Sifuentes, T. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1998)
      The Texas LoanSTAR mans to Save Taxes and Resources) program was conceived as a $98.6 million capital retrofit program for building energy efficiency. The funding source is petroleum violation escrow funds (PVE) from the ...
    • Program Overview: The Texas LoanSTAR Program; 1989-October 1999, A 10-Year Experience 
      Turner, W. D.; Claridge, D. E.; O'Neal, D. L.; Haberl, J. S.; Heffington, W. M.; Taylor, D.; Sifuentes, T. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 2000)
      The Texas LoanSTAR (Loans to Save Taxes and Resources) program was conceived as a $98.6 million capital retrofit program for building energy efficiency. The funding source is petroleum violation escrow funds (PVE) from the ...
    • Programs of the Governor's Energy Management Center 
      Verdict, M. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      The 70th Texas Legislature transferred the Energy Efficiency Division of the Public Utility Commission to the Governor's Office in September 1987 and directed the Governor's Energy Management Center (GEMC) to perform energy ...
    • A Proposed Method for Improving Residential Heating Energy Estimates Based on Billing Data 
      Lee, A. D.; Hadley, D. L. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1988)
      Analyses o f residential energy conservation programs frequently require reliable estimates of program effects on space-heating energy consumption. Simulation models are often used to provide such estimates. Recent, ...
    • Prototype Passive Solar Buildings in Louisiana - A Hot-Humid Climate 
      Shih, J. C. (Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu); Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu), 1986)
      This paper on prototype passive solar buildings in Louisiana presents state of the art passive solar design. According to U.S. Department of Energy report, the annual energy consumption for a single family detached dwelling ...