Ashrae Journal 

About: Ashrae Journal is an academic journal. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): HVAC & ASHRAE 90.1. It has an ISSN identifier of 0001-2491. Over the lifetime, 1099 publications have been published receiving 14163 citations.

Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality

Abstract: About the author John E. Janssen, Member ASHRAE, has served as chairman of SPC 62-1981R since 1983 when an early review of Standard 62-1981 was started. He also served as vice chairman of SPC 62-73R, the committee that produced Standard 621981. Janssen retired from Honeywell after 35 years during which he conducted research on controls for ventilation, temperature control, flowmeters and thermal radiation properties.

EnergyPlus: Energy simulation program

Abstract: Various building energy simulation programs developed around the world are reaching maturity. Many use simulation methods (and even code) that originated in the 1960s. Without substantial redesign and restructuring of the programs, continuing to expand their capabilities has become difficult, time-consuming, and prohibitively expensive. However, phenomenal advances in analysis methods and computational power have increased the opportunity for significant improvements in the flexibility and comprehensiveness of these tools.

A Standard for Natural Ventilation

Abstract: Architecture and engineering journals have been increasingly attentive to innovative non-residential buildings designed with operable windows. Such buildings may rely exclusively on natural ventilation for cooling, or may operate as mixed-mode, or hybrid buildings that integrate both natural and mechanical cooling. Architects who want to incorporate natural ventilation as an energy-efficient feature need to collaborate closely with mechanical engineers. Unfortunately, engineers often need to veto such natural approaches, citing their professional obligation to adhere to thermal comfort standards such as ASHRAE Standard 55 or ISO 7730. In their current form, these standards establish relatively tight limits on recommended indoor thermal environments, and do not distinguish between what would be considered thermally acceptable in buildings conditioned with natural ventilation vs. air conditioning. In other words, engineers have not had a suitable tool to help decide when and where full HVAC is required in a building, and under what circumstances they can incorporate more energy-conserving strategies without sacrificing comfort.

Radiant Floor Heating In Theory and Practice

Abstract: During the last two decades, radiant floor heating applications have increased significantly. In Germany, Austria and Denmark, 30% to 50% of new residential buildings have floor heating. In Korea, about 90% of residences are heated by underfloor systems.

Getting to Net Zero

Abstract: Buildings have a significant impact on energy use and the environment. Commercial and residential buildings use almost 40% of the primary energy and approximately 70% of the electricity in the United States.