Loughborough University Institutional Repository (Loughborough University) · 1987 · 18 citations · 1 references
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ArchitectureArchitectural EngineeringAir ConditioningDesign OptimizationHvac SystemsAir Conditioning EquipmentAir Conditioning SystemsHvac System DesignOptimization-based DesignRefrigeration SystemsThermal DesignAir Conditioning EfficiencyAir Conditioning ModelingAir Conditioning OperationsAir Conditioning PerformanceHeat Transfer OptimizationHvac System OptimizationOptimization Of System PerformanceRefrigerant System Design
Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system design can be markedly improved through the application of numerical optimization procedures within the design process.This paper describes a procedure for the formulation and solution of HVAC system optimization problems that has been implemented in a library of computer programs.Consideration is given to the interaction between the simulation of the systems performance and the optimized design objective and constraint functions.Conclusions are drawn from example applications, and suggestions are made for the further development of a solution algorithm.Meets the requirements of the purpose of the system (such as providing the required amount of heating or cooling). 2.Will have satisfactory life and maintenance costs. 3.Abides by all constraints (such as size, temperature, and noise).
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