Browsing by Supervisor "Batty, W. J."

The application of solar energy to the design of school buildings, and the development of a model of solar irradiance

Grindley, Peter Columbia (Cranfield University, 1994-09)

ABSTRACT : THESIS PART ONE. The thermal performances of two schools with central atria, and a typical primary school class- base, were assessed using the SERI-RES computer model. ABSTRACT : THESIS ...

Demand-side management in office buildings in Kuwait through an ice-storage assisted HVAC system with model predictive control

Al-Hadban, Yehya (Cranfield University, 2005)

Examining methods for controlling the electricity demand in Kuwait was the main objective and motivation of this researchp roject. The extensiveu se of air-conditioning for indoor cooling in office and large commercial ...

Developing a multiple glazing system to minimize transmission of direct insolation for particular latitudes

Askar, H. K. (Cranfield University, 2006-05)

Too often, in the last 50 years, the energy-thrift lessons of vernacular architecture have been forgotten or ignored. In the Middle East, many recently-designed commercial buildings, with large areas of glazing, incur ...

The development of a framework for inter-diciplinary building design working, and the application of intelligent knowledge-base system techniques

Yamakawa, Shigeki (Cranfield University, 1997-02)

This work aims at establishing a framework for inter-disciplinary building design working, and developing a computer-based design aid which demonstrates the framework as well as enhancing the effective use of design ...

Energy and cost efficient fuzzy environmental services control strategies for achieving high standards of indoor environmental quality and human comfort

Lugg, Andrew (Cranfield University, 1999-08)

Building designers aim to create buildings with high quality internal environments which are energy and cost efficient in their use. Failure to attain these objectives simultaneously can lead to reduced building occupant ...

Energy-efficient cooking systems, food preparation facilities, and human diets

Newborough, Marcus (Cranfield University, 1987-07)

This thesis aims at identifying the opportunities for saving energy, which are available to those working within the final link of the UK food system (i. e. at, or in relation to, the points of consumption). Substantia ...

Establishing design criteria for the incorporation of highly glazed spaces into the domestic building envelope

Swann, Barbara (Cranfield University, 1996-04)

This thesis investigates the design of domestic glazed spaces in the United Kingdom, by studying the effect of a range of variables on the thermal properties of glazed spaces, in order to achieve a thermally comfortabl ...

Evaluation of the potential of solar chimneys to drive natural ventilation in non domestic buildings

Swainson, M. J. (Cranfield University, 1997-12)

The solar chimney allows natural ventilation to be achieved during periods when the wind velocities are low and the difference between internal and external air temperatures is minimal. The correct design of such ...

An examination of the thermophysical nature of solar-control films using an illuminated hot box and computer based simulation modelling techniques

Griffiths, P. W. (Cranfield University, 1994-11)

Solar-control films are increasingly being retrofitted to the windows of buildings as a means of reducing solar gain. At present, there is a dearth of information concerning how these films effect the thermal comfort of ...

Heat and mass transfer behaviours of building materials and structures

Parra Saldivar, Maria Luisa (Cranfield University, 2005-03)

Heat storage as a means to respond to the requirements for improved energy efficiency motivated this study. The objective was to evaluate the impact of thermal energy storage systems in dwellings under Mexican climatic ...

Heat and mass transfer regimes for room cooling and dehumidification using chilled water radiators

Hirayama, Y. (Cranfield University, 1998-02)

The application of room radiators for the purposes of cooling and dehumidification in buildings for hot and humid climates is investigated. The radiator is purposely brought below the dew point temperature of the room ...

Improvement of the thermal performance of louvered fin heat exchangers

Ribeiro Proenca Brojo, F. M. (Cranfield University, 2003-12)

Louvered-fin heat exchangers are used in the refrigeration systems of internal combustion engines (radiators) to dissipate the waste energy produced. Nevertheless, several authors state that this type of geometry can be ...

An investigation into the categorisation of organisations to understand the potential barriers and motivations to certification of an environmental management system: BS EN ISO14001:2004

Stevens, P. A. (Cranfield University, 2012-11)

An investigation has been undertaken to ascertain the extent of the existing knowledge base regarding publically voluntary instruments capable of supporting organisations in developing improvements in environmental management. ...

Natural Cooling Techniques For Buildings

Al-Hinai, Hilal Ali Zaher (Cranfield University, 1992-09)

Modern development in many Third World countries in the hot regions of the world,, have been accompanied by the construction of highly energy-wasteful buildings. The interiors of these buildings have to be mechanically ...

Some practical applications of neural networks in the electricity industry

Brierley, Philip David (1998-09)

The developm ent of an optimising model predictive controller for dom estic storage radiators w as the ultimate goal of this research project. Neural networks are used to create empirical m odels that are used to predict ...

A study on the performance of passively heated solar houses

Neba-Fabs, N. E. (Cranfield University, 1990-03)

In this paper , analytical techniques are developed for evaluating the performance of passively heated buildings. As most buildings use conservatories to enhance their performance , the direct gain types having attached ...

Understanding aesthetic appreciation as an aid to the development of sustainable urban environment

Tsai, Yiyin (Cranfield University, 2009-08)

Sustainable management of the existing built environment is becoming increasingly important in the construction industry. Consequently, more emphasis has emerged to consider issues of refurbishment and renovation. The ...

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