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Ecological Sustainability of Fiber Optic Solar Lighting in the Future of the State of Qatar

Mohammad AhsanShaikh, Musbah S. Mahfoud
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 399-406, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90484
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90484
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Topics: Fibers, Solar energy, Sustainability, Sunlight, Climate, Energy consumption, Optical fiber, Structures, Accounting, Cables
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Using Core Sunlighting to Improve Illumination Quality and Increase Energy Efficiency of Commercial Buildings

Lorne Whitehead, Allen Upward, Peter Friedel, Guthrie Cox, Michele Mossman
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 309-316, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90077
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90077
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Topics: Energy efficiency, Structures, Sunlight, Construction, Daylighting, Electricity (Physics), Rendering, Stress
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Solar Assisted Household Clothes Dryer

Jeff Luttrell, Dereje Agonafer
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 317-322, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90095
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90095
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Topics: Solar energy, Heat, Roofs, Construction, Energy resources, Natural gas, Roofing, Solar heating, Absorption, Climate
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A Method to Estimate Real-Time Energy Performance and Carbon Offsets in Residential Buildings

Sergio Escobar, Jorge E. Gonza´lez, Adam Wong, Mark Aschheim
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 323-328, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90152
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90152
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Topics: Carbon, Residential construction, Heat transfer coefficients, Radiation (Physics), Shades and shadows, Energy consumption, Solar radiation, Structures, Temperature
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Thermal Performance of a Natural Ventilation System

M. J. Jime´nez, J. D. Guzma´n, M. R. Heras, J. Arce, J. P. Xama´n, G. Alvarez
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 329-336, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90264
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90264
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Topics: Solar energy, Ventilation
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A Simulation of the Thermal Performance of a Small Solar Chimney Already Installed in a Building

J. Arce, J. P. Xama´n, G. Alvarez, M. J. Jime´nez, R. Enri´quez, M. R. Heras
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 337-347, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90271
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90271
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Topics: Simulation, Solar energy
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A TRNSYS Simulation and Experimental Comparison of the Thermal Behavior of a Building Located in Desert Climate

G. A´lvarez, M. A. Chagolla, J. P. Xama´n, M. J. Jime´nez, S. Sua´rez, M. R. Heras
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 349-356, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90272
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90272
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Topics: Climate, Simulation
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A Simple Method to Estimate Energy Savings for Structural Insulated Panels Applied to Single Family Homes

Ishimine McCullom, Moncef Krarti
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 357-362, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90353
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90353
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Topics: Climate, Construction, Energy consumption, Life cycle costing, Potential energy, Wood products
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Evaluation of Measurement and Verification Procedures for Retrofit Savings Using Calibrated Energy Building Models

Niko Kalinic, Moncef Krarti
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 363-373, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90354
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90354
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Topics: Energy conservation, Energy consumption, Engineering simulation, HVAC equipment, Residential construction, Simulation, Simulation models, Uncertainty
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Identifying Inefficient Single-Family Homes With Utility Bill Analysis

Sean Casey, Moncef Krarti, Marcus Bianchi, David Roberts
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 375-381, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90431
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90431
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Topics: Computer software, Energy conservation, Energy consumption, Energy efficiency, Heating, Natural gas, Regression analysis, Simulation
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Energy Saving Opportunities Using Building Energy Simulation for a Typical Mosque in Kuwait

Adnan Al Anzi, Basma Al-Shammeri
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 383-391, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90478
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90478
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Topics: Simulation, Structures, Climate, Computer software, Data collection, Design, Energy conservation, Energy consumption, Engineering drawings, HVAC equipment
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Thermal Analysis of a Building’s Roof With Cone Frustum Holes Containing PCM

Esam M. Alawadhi, Hashem J. Alqallaf
Proc. ASME. ES2010, ASME 2010 4th International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 393-398, May 17–22, 2010
Paper No: ES2010-90482
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2010-90482
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Topics: Roofs, Thermal analysis, Geometry, Heat flux, Concrete slabs, Finite element methods, Heat, Heat of fusion, Melting, Phase change materials
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Potential for Energy Savings Through Residential Hot Water Distribution System Improvements

Robert Hendron, Jay Burch, Marc Hoeschele, Leo Rainer
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 341-350, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90307
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90307
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Topics: Hot water, Climate, Energy efficiency, Modeling, Simulation, Stress
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Measurement and Analysis of the Annual Daylighting Performance of a Middle School in North Carolina

Rahul Athalye, Herbert M. Eckerlin
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 351-361, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90329
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90329
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Topics: Brightness (Photometry), Daylighting
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Cost Effective Energy Improvements for an Existing Commercial Building: A Case Study

Davion M. Hill, Joshua James, Brian Mastin, Barbara N. Padgett
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 245-252, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90095
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90095
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Topics: Commercial construction, Water, Approximation, Energy consumption, Heating and cooling, Insulation, Momentum, Waste management
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Comparison of U.S. and Swiss Homes and Lifestyles

William J. Hutzel, Daphene C. Koch, Jason M. Kutch, Rudolf Furter
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 253-260, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90136
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90136
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Topics: Collaboration, Construction, Energy consumption, Energy efficiency, Life cycle costing, Mechanical engineering, Residential construction, Students, Undergraduate students
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Heating System Supervisory Control for Residential Energy Conservation

D’Angelo R. Woods, James S. Hammonds
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 363-368, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90360
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90360
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Topics: Energy conservation, Heating, Energy consumption, Control systems, Energy efficiency, Energy resources, Energy storage, Hardware, Hot water, Hot water heating
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Optimizing Comfort and Energy Use in Reheat Systems

William J. Hutzel, Oluwaseun Seun Odukomaiya
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 261-270, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90139
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90139
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Topics: Energy consumption, Cooling, Dehumidification, Design, Energy efficiency, Simulation, Temperature
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Integration of Sustainable Systems in a Residential Home

Dorothy S. Small
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 369-375, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90417
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90417
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Topics: Air conditioning, Construction, Design, Diesel generators, Electric power generation, Electronic systems, Energy conservation, Energy consumption, Filtration, Fossil fuels
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Advances in Near-Optimal Control of Passive Building Thermal Storage

Gregor P. Henze, Anthony R. Florita, Michael J. Brandemuehl, Clemens Felsmann, Hwakong Cheng
Proc. ASME. ES2009, ASME 2009 3rd International Conference on Energy Sustainability, Volume 2, 271-280, July 19–23, 2009
Paper No: ES2009-90143
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/ES2009-90143
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Topics: Thermal energy storage, Climate, Structures, Commercial construction, Optimal control, Optimization, Simulation, Trajectories (Physics), Uncertainty