FINALSSS Flashcards
(52 cards)
Meaning of HVAC
Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning
Backbone of modern building and environmental control.
HVAC
HVAC systems regulate what?
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Air quality
- Air movement within buildings
This marked a significant turning point in HVAC technology.
The Industrial Revolution
HVAC systems have evolved from simple heating methods in ______ to complex, integrated systems in modern buildings.
Ancient Rome
What is the purpose of HVAC systems?
Aim to provide thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality.
Modern HVAC systems integrate these into a single, efficient package.
Heating, cooling, and ventilation
What trends and advancements do HVAC systems incorporate?
Smart technologies, energy-efficient designs, and sustainable practices
Factors influencing HVAC design
- Building Characteristics
- Climate and Location
- Occupancy and Usage
A factor that influence HVAC design which deals with the size, layout, and purpose of a building.
Building Characteristics
A factor that influence HVAC design which deals with the local weather patterns, humidity levels, and seasonal temperature variations.
Climate and Location
A factor that influence HVAC design which deals with the number of occupants, their activities, and schedules.
Occupancy and Usage
Air Conditioning and Heating Principles
- Heat Transfer
- Refrigeration Cycle
- Heating Methods
- Energy Efficiency
HVAC systems rely on the principles of conduction, convection, and radiation to move heat energy.
Heat Transfer
Heat Transfer Principles
- Conduction
- Convection
- Radiation
Heat transfer through direct contact between particles of matter.
Conduction
Heat transfer by the movement of fluids or gases. This is the primary method of heat distribution in HVAC systems.
Convection
Heat transfer through electromagnetic waves.
Radiation
Air conditioning utilizes the vapor compression cycle.
Refrigeration Cycle
Cooling Systems: Refrigeration Cycle
- Compression
- Condensation
- Expansion
- Evaporation
The compressor increases the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant vapor. This high-pressure, high-temperature gas then flows to the condenser.
Compression
The hot refrigerant vapor releases heat to the surroundings and condenses into a high-pressure liquid. This process typically occurs outside the cooled space.
Condensation
The high-pressure liquid refrigerant passes through an expansion valve, which reduces its pressure and temperature, turning it into a low-pressure, lpw-temperature mixture of liquid and vapor.
Expansion
The cold refrigerant absorbs heat from the indoor air, cooling the space. The refrigerant fullt vaporizes and returns to the compressor to repeat the cycle.
Evaporation