Assignment A6
HVAC SELECTION
eQuest was unable to be accessed on the lab computers, therefore Professor Mitchell stated that this part does not have to be completed at this time.
The following is a rough estimate of energy analysis for each HVAC system evaluated in the criteria matrix.
Rooftop Package Unit (Air Handling Unit)
The following image presents Annual Energy Consumption for a Rooftop Package Unit in various locations around the United States.
Energy Analysis
Active Solar
The following tables represent the percentage of U.S. Total Energy Consumption as well as for the years from 1950 - 2013.
Radiant Cooling
The following image presents a comparison between Radiant Cooling systems and Conventional HVAC systems currently used in today's industry.
CAV & VAV
The following image presents a comparison of CAV and VAV HVAC systems. The table looks into and analyzes Energy Consumption for both systems.
Chilled Beam & VAV
The following image presents a compilation of data for both a VAV system and a Chilled Beam system. The table looks specifically into cooling loads as well as fan power to provide annual energy use totals in kilowatt hours.
