Analysis and Design of Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Systems, 2nd Edition

Analysis and Design of Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Systems, Second Edition, provides a thorough and modern overview of HVAC for commercial and industrial buildings, emphasizing energy efficiency. This text combines coverage of heating and air conditioning systems design with detailed information on the latest controls technologies. It also addresses the art of HVAC design along with carefully explained scientific and technical content, reflecting the extensive experience of the authors. Modern HVAC topics are addressed, including sustainability, IAQ, water treatment and risk management, vibration and noise mitigation, and maintainability from a practical point of view.

Preface

Section I : Basic Concepts
Chapter 1 : HVAC Basics
Chapter 2 : The Air-Conditioning Process
Chapter 3 : HVAC Systems Concepts

Section II : The Design Method
Chapter 4 : HVAC Systems Design
Chapter 5 : Heating/Cooling Load Calculation
Chapter 6 : Air Tempering and Distribution
Chapter 7 : Duct Design
Chapter 8 : Piping Design

Section III : Systems and Components
Chapter 9 : Pumps and Fans
Chapter 10 : Terminal Systems and Components
Chapter 11 : Refrigeration Systems and Components
Chapter 12 : Heating Systems and Components
Chapter 13 : HVAC Controls

Section IV : Special Considerations
Chapter 14 : Special HVAC Design Considerations
Chapter 15 : Engineering Economics and Design Decision-Making
Chapter 16 : Building Information Modeling
Chapter 17 : Construction Contract Administration

Index