Forced-Air Thermal Distribution Systems in Small Buildings: R And D Planning Studies in Zoning and System Losses

摘要

Work performed during Fiscal 1985 in the area of thermal distribution systems in buildings is reported. This area includes the systems used to distribute heat and cooling throughout a building, and it also addresses the optimal utilization of these systems to minimize energy use, for example through zoning. The report covers assessment tasks on thermal losses in forced-air distribution systems, zoning in residences with forced-air distribution systems, hydronic and radiant systems, national energy-use impacts, and the preparation of a ten-year research and development plan. (ERA citation 12:018415)