building automation Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Three ways building automation systems have impact
A
- energy efficiency
- convenience
- system control
2
Q
What is the most important part of a building automation system?
A
energy efficiency
3
Q
Primary building automation systems are:
A
hvac/ lighting
4
Q
The first type ofd automated system was a:
A
pneumatic control system
5
Q
What are the 4 parts of a pneumatic system?
A
- aux devices & actuators
- air compressor
- station transmitter
- controller
6
Q
Three Sources of Secondary Power:
A
- gas generator
- wind turbine
- fuel cells
7
Q
What are two systems required to have secondary power?
A
- Fire pumps
2. egress lighting
8
Q
What is the most common source of secondary power?
A
diesel generator
9
Q
A transformer changes?
A
voltage
