Investigation of Single versus Dual - Hot and Cold Building Water Systems.

Abstract

Reduction of lavatory hot water temperature to tepid (105 deg F) and elimination of cold water faucets may, in some instances, offer a cost effective means for energy conservation. A manual calculation method has been derived from a computer simulation of water systems. This will permit the reader to quickly and easily evaluate his own water system. The mathematical model used for the simulation confirmed three highly effective; low/no cost actions for energy conservation in all hot water systems. Install a flow restrictor in all hot water taps; Apply an insulation blanket to the outside of central water heats, and Reduce water temperature to the lowest permissible level. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 15, 1981
Accession Number
ADA112649

Entities

People

  • Mark S. Ramsey
  • Perrie B. Bruce
  • Philip B. Shepherd

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Army Facilities
  • Computer Simulations
  • Energy
  • Energy Conservation
  • Groundwater
  • Health Services
  • Heat Transfer
  • Mathematical Models
  • Models
  • Thermal Conductivity
  • Water Supplies

Readers

  • Educational Psychology
  • Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Engineering.
  • Thermal Physics or Thermal Science.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics