Materials & Systems > Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
A list of HVAC industry associations that provide helpful resources and tools on their websites.
Basics of building heating and cooling are covered in terms of conduction, convection, radiation, and cooling systems.
Air conditioners cool room air and dehumidify it to provide comfort for building occupants. This article describes how air conditioners work.
Comparison of Laminar vs Turbulent Flow as they relate to HVAC systems and air movement.
Duct shaft layout basics, which provides clearances that architects should maintain when designing shafts.
Pros and cons of chilled beam HVAC systems are discussed. System types include active chilled beams, passive chilled beams, and chilled ceilings.
