Theory and fundamentals of Active Chilled Beams presented at the Illinois Chapter of ASHRAE, February 8, 2011. Presented by Matt Green of Thermosystems.
3. Section I: Introduction to ACB Technology Types of Chilled Beams
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9. Section I: Introduction to ACB Technology How ACB Systems Compare to Other Systems – Energy Efficiency Figure from: Centre For Building Science News, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, “Hydronic Radiant Cooling Systems”, Fall 1994. * Figure does not include additional fan energy associated with developing pressure for active chilled beam operation. Flow Cross Section Ratio 1:550 ¾“ diameter Water Pipe The energy that 1 ft 3 of water removes requires 3,400 ft 3 of air! 18“ x 18“ Air Duct
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26. Section III: References Dadanco Frequently Asked Questions . Retrieved from: http://www.activechilledbeam.com/chilled_beam_questions.asp Darren Alexander and Mike O’Rourke. Design Considerations for Active Chilled Beams (ASHRAE Journal, 2008, September). Geoffrey P. McMahon. Chilled Beams: The Science of Lab Cooling . Retrieved from: http://www.aeieng.com/downloads/articles/ES%20Jan%20%2009%20Chilled%20Beams.pdf Maija Virta, David Butler, Jonas Graslund, Jaap Hogeling, Erik Lund Kristiansen, Mika Reinikainen, and Gunnar Svensson. REHVA – Chilled Beam Application Guidebook (Federation of European Heating and Air-Conditioning Associations, 2004). Peter Rumsey and John Weale. Chilled Beams in Labs: Eliminating Reheating & Saving Energy on a Budget (ASHRAE Journal, 2007, September) Trox Chilled Beam Design Guide . Retrieved from: http://www.trox.us/usa/service/download_center/structure/technical_documents/air_water_systems/usa_products/leaflets/Chilled_Beam_Design_Guide.pdf