A Study of the Technical Feasibility of Developing a Standardized Energy Control System Specifically for Army Facilities.
Abstract
This report evaluates the feasibility of developing a standardized energy control system (ECS) for monitoring and controlling energy use in Army buildings and facilities. Criteria used in the evaluation were that the system must: Maximize use of off-the-shelf hardware; Use standard software programs and language; Use hardware and software modules which can be easily changed or expanded to insure the user maximum independence of the original equipment manufacturer; Provide reliable real-time facility monitoring and control functions for all types of equipment systems; Minimize number of personnel and skills required for operation; Maintain cost-effectiveness; and Be easy to operate. Results of the evaluation show that a standardized Army system for energy conservation is feasible and would be cost-effective. Available hardware can be used, but further development is needed to prepare necessary standardized software. The proposed standardized ECS consists of (1) microprocessor-based remote terminals for optimum fail-safe operations, strategically located throughout the installation and capable of monitoring and controlling real-time processes, and (2) a centrally located minicomputer-based console for supervisory energy control activities and data logging. The proposed system would be capable of efficient system modification and expansion and provide good system reliability.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA044455
Entities
People
- D. Eng
- K. H. Wu
Organizations
- Construction Engineering Research Laboratory