{"product_id":"energy-efficient-buildings-isbn-9781119881933","title":"Energy Efficient Buildings","description":"\u003cb\u003eEnergy Efficient Buildings\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA complete and authoritative discussion of the fundamentals of designing and engineering energy efficient buildings \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEnergy Efficient Buildings: Fundamentals of Building Science and Thermal Systems\u003c\/i\u003e, distinguished engineer and architect Dr. John Zhai delivers a comprehensive exploration of the design and engineering fundamentals of energy efficient buildings. The book introduces the fundamental knowledge, calculations, analyses, and principles used by designers of energy efficient buildings and addresses all essential elements of the discipline.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn essential guide for students studying civil, architectural, mechanical, and electrical engineering with a focus on energy, building systems, and building science, the book provides practical in-class materials, examples, and actual design practices, as well as end-of-chapter questions (with solutions) and sample group projects.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will find:  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction to the cross-disciplinary approach to the design of energy efficient buildings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive explorations of all critical elements of energy efficient building design, including standards and codes, psychometrics, microclimate, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, HVAC systems, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth discussions of the foundational knowledge, calculations, analysis, and principles needed to design energy efficient buildings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical in-class examples and end-of-chapter questions with solutions for students, and design guidance and sample group projects for use in course lectures and actual design practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e Perfect for graduate and advanced undergraduate students studying building environmental systems, building systems in construction, and mechanical and electrical systems in construction, \u003ci\u003eEnergy Efficient Buildings: Fundamentals of Building Science and Thermal Systems\u003c\/i\u003e will also earn a place in the libraries of practicing civil, architectural, and mechanical engineers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Sustainable Building 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 Building Functions 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 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21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Life Cycle Cost Analysis 23\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 Life Phases of a Building 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Design Process of a Building 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 Integrated Design Process of a Sustainable Building 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Basics of Cost and Economic Analysis 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5 Life Cycle Cost Analysis 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5.1 Terminologies 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5.2 Life Cycle Cost 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5.3 Life Cycle Savings 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6 Life Cycle Cost Analysis Based Optimization 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Building Standards and Codes 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Impacts of Building Codes 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Types of Design Regulations 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.1 Federal Regulations 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.2 Building Codes 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.3 Building Standards 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.4 Building Guidelines 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.5 Building Assessment and Rating Systems 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Integrative Use of All 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.1 Integrated Design 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.2 Life Cycle Cost Analysis Based Design 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.3 Building Information Modeling 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Air Properties and Psychrometric Chart 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Air Composition 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Moist Air and Its Properties 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.1 Ideal Gas Law 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.2 Properties 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.2.1 Pressure: P (Unit: Pa) 62\u003c\/p\u003e 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\u003cp\u003e6.2.3 Predicted Mean Vote (PMV) and Predicted Percentage Dissatisfied (PPD) due to Thermal Comfort 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3 Comfort Zone 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4 Approaches to Improving Indoor Thermal Comfort 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5 Other Thermal Comfort Factors 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.1 Draft 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.2 Asymmetry of Radiation 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.3 Thermal Stratification 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.4 Thermal Variations with Time 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.5 Floor Surface Temperature 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation, and Infiltration 133\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 Indoor Air Quality 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1.1 Causes of Sickness 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1.2 Control of Indoor Contaminants 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 Ventilation 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.1 Ventilation Rate Procedure (VRP) 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.2 Indoor Air Quality Procedure (IAQP) 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3 Air Purification 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4 Infiltration 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5 Blower Door Test 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Heat Transfer through Building Envelope 159\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1 Latent Heat Transfer 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2 Sensible Heat Transfer 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.1 Heat\/Thermal Storage 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.2 Conduction: Conductive Heat Transfer 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.3 Convection: Convective Heat Transfer 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.4 Radiation: Radiative Heat Transfer 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3 Practical Heat Transfer through Building Envelope 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4 Ground Heat Transfer 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4.1 Slab-on-Grade 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4.2 Below-Grade Heat Transfer: Basement Wall and Floor 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Sun and Solar Radiation 207\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1 Sun and Solar 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2 Solar Angles 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3 Sky Dome and Sun-Path Diagrams 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4 Solar Shading 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5 Solar Radiation on External Walls 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.6 Solar Radiation on Windows 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Passive Building Systems 233\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 Introduction 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 Overview of Passive Cooling 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 Overview of Passive Heating 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4 Prescreening Feasibility of Passive Cooling and Heating Techniques 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5 Natural Ventilation 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.1 Principle 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.2 Performance 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.3 Design Considerations 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6 Night Cooling with Thermal Mass 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6.1 Principle 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6.2 Performance 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.6.3 Design Considerations 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.7 Direct\/Indirect Evaporative Cooling 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.7.1 Principle 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.7.2 Performance 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.7.3 Design Considerations 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.8 Trombe Wall 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.8.1 Principle 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.8.2 Performance 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.8.3 Design Considerations 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.9 Sunspace 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.9.1 Principle 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.9.2 Performance 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.9.3 Design Considerations 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.10 Double Skin Façade 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.10.1 Principle 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.10.2 Performance 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.10.3 Design Considerations 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.11 Phase Change Material 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.11.1 Principle 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.11.2 Performance 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.11.3 Design Considerations 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Building Load Calculation 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 Residential and Light Commercial Buildings 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.1 Heating Load Calculation 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.1.1 Through Envelope Structures and Windows 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.1.2 Through Infiltration 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2 Cooling Load Calculation 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2.1 Through Envelope Structures 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2.2 Through Envelope Glasses 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2.3 Through Infiltration 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2.4 Due to Occupants and Appliances 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 Commercial Buildings 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Heating, Cooling, and Ventilation Systems 279\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1 Basics of Heating and Cooling Systems 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1.1 Heating Systems 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1.1.1 Fire Pit and Fireplace 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1.1.2 Hot Water Heating Systems 279\u003c\/p\u003e 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301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4 Central HVAC Systems on Psychrometric Chart 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.5 Coil Sizing and Selection 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReference 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Building Energy Consumption 315\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1 Manual Calculation 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1.1 The Degree-Day Method 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1.2 The Bin Method 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2 Computer Simulation 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.1 Introduction 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.2 Fundamentals of EnergyPlus (E+) 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.2.1 General Descriptions of EnergyPlus 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.2.2 Heat Balance Method of EnergyPlus 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.3 A Case Study of EnergyPlus (E+) 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.3.1 EnergyPlus Model Input Uncertainty 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.3.2 EnergyPlus Model Calibration 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.3.3 EnergyPlus Model Results 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2.3.4 Summary 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Building Energy Analysis and Optimization 339\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1 Overview 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2 Simulation Tools 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3 Benchmark Model Development 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.1 Developing the Benchmark Model 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.2 Chinese Office Benchmark Description for the Cold Climate Region 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.3 Chinese Office Benchmark Performance 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4 Parametric Analysis 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.5 Energy Efficiency Measures 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.5.1 Selecting Energy Efficiency Measures for the Initial Optimization 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.5.2 Energy Efficiency Measures for the Initial Optimization 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.6 Initial Optimization 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.6.1 Optimization Fundamentals 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.6.2 Chinese Office Benchmark Initial Optimization 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.7 Sensitivity Analysis 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.8 Second Optimization and Recommendations 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.9 Conclusions 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHomework Problems 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZhiqiang (John) Zhai, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is Professor for Building Systems Engineering in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He obtained his first doctorate in Engineering at the Tsinghua University and his second doctorate in Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and his research is focused on thermal and environmental systems, indoor and outdoor environmental quality, and sustainable and immune buildings. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA complete and authoritative discussion of the fundamentals of designing and engineering energy efficient buildings \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEnergy Efficient Buildings: Fundamentals of Building Science and Thermal Systems\u003c\/i\u003e, distinguished engineer and architect Dr. John Zhai delivers a comprehensive exploration of the design and engineering fundamentals of energy efficient buildings. The book introduces the fundamental knowledge, calculations, analyses, and principles used by designers of energy efficient buildings and addresses all essential elements of the discipline.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn essential guide for students studying civil, architectural, mechanical, and electrical engineering with a focus on energy, building systems, and building science, the book provides practical in-class materials, examples, and actual design practices, as well as end-of-chapter questions (with solutions) and sample group projects.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will find:  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction to the cross-disciplinary approach to the design of energy efficient buildings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive explorations of all critical elements of energy efficient building design, including standards and codes, psychometrics, microclimate, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, HVAC systems, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth discussions of the foundational knowledge, calculations, analysis, and principles needed to design energy efficient buildings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical in-class examples and end-of-chapter questions with solutions for students, and design guidance and sample group projects for use in course lectures and actual design practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for graduate and advanced undergraduate students studying building environmental systems, building systems in construction, and mechanical and electrical systems in construction, \u003ci\u003eEnergy Efficient Buildings: Fundamentals of Building Science and Thermal Systems\u003c\/i\u003e will also earn a place in the libraries of practicing civil, architectural, and mechanical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989133410533,"sku":"NP9781119881933","price":81.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119881933.jpg?v=1761782933","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/energy-efficient-buildings-isbn-9781119881933","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}