公开(公告)号：US20130048114A1

公开(公告)日：2013-02-28

申请号：US13219481

申请日：2011-08-26

Applicant: Nathan F. ROTHMAN ,  Ian Dempster

Inventor： Nathan F. ROTHMAN ,  Ian Dempster

IPC: F15D1/00

CPC classification number: F24D19/1033 ,  F04B49/065 ,  F04D15/029 ,  F24D19/1012 ,  F24D19/1015 ,  F24F11/36 ,  F25D17/02 ,  G05B15/02 ,  Y02B30/745 ,  Y10T137/8158 ,  Y10T137/85978

Abstract: A hydronic distribution system includes self-regulating valves networked together and operable to share valve temperature and valve position information with a microprocessor or other type of controller. The microprocessor runs one or more algorithms that process the temperatures and positions of the valves and then computes a desired speed for one or more variable speed pumps within the system. Controlling the pumps to operate at the desired speed and still maintain the correct amount of process fluid flow needed by the system reduces the overall energy use of the hydronic distribution system, saves on the operational lives of the pumps, and increases system efficiency.

Abstract translation: 水力分配系统包括网络联结在一起的自调节阀，并可与微处理器或其他类型的控制器共享阀门温度和阀位置信息。 微处理器运行一个或多个算法来处理阀的温度和位置，然后计算系统内一个或多个变速泵的期望速度。 控制泵以期望的速度运行并且仍然保持系统所需的正确量的过程流体流量减少了水力分配系统的整体能量消耗，节省了泵的运行寿命并提高了系统效率。

公开(公告)号：US20120271462A1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-25

申请号：US13494432

申请日：2012-06-12

Applicant: Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

Inventor： Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

IPC: G05D23/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642

Abstract: A controller is configured to exchange information with a building automation system and includes various executable programs for determining a real time operating efficiency, simulating a predicted or theoretical operating efficiency, comparing the same, and then adjusting one or more operating parameters on equipment utilized by a building's HVAC system. The controller operates to adjust an operating efficiency of the HVAC system. An adjustment module utilized by the controller may modify the HVAC equipment parameters based on the likelihood that various HVAC equipment operates in parallel and on-line near its natural operating curve. In addition, the adjustment module may include a self-learning aspect that permits the controller to more efficiently make similar, future adjustments as needed.

Abstract translation: 控制器被配置为与建筑物自动化系统交换信息，并且包括用于确定实时操作效率的各种可执行程序，模拟预测或理论操作效率，将其比较，然后调整一个或多个操作参数 建筑物的暖通空调系统。 控制器操作以调节HVAC系统的运行效率。 控制器使用的调节模块可以基于各种HVAC设备在其自然操作曲线附近并行操作的可能性来修改HVAC设备参数。 此外，调整模块可以包括允许控制器根据需要更有效地进行类似的将来调整的自学习方面。

公开(公告)号：US08219250B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-10

申请号：US12609452

申请日：2009-10-30

Applicant: Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

Inventor： Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

IPC: G05B13/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642

Abstract: A controller is configured to exchange information with a building automation system and includes various executable programs for determining a real time operating efficiency, simulating a predicted or theoretical operating efficiency, comparing the same, and then adjusting one or more operating parameters on equipment utilized by a building's HVAC system. The controller operates to adjust an operating efficiency of the HVAC system. An adjustment module utilized by the controller may modify the HVAC equipment parameters based on the likelihood that various HVAC equipment operates in parallel and on-line near its natural operating curve. In addition, the adjustment module may include a self-learning aspect that permits the controller to more efficiently make similar, future adjustments as needed.

Abstract translation: 控制器被配置为与建筑物自动化系统交换信息，并且包括用于确定实时操作效率的各种可执行程序，模拟预测或理论操作效率，将其比较，然后调整一个或多个操作参数 建筑物的暖通空调系统。 控制器操作以调节HVAC系统的运行效率。 控制器使用的调节模块可以基于各种HVAC设备在其自然操作曲线附近并行操作的可能性来修改HVAC设备参数。 此外，调整模块可以包括允许控制器根据需要更有效地进行类似的将来调整的自学习方面。

公开(公告)号：US20110054698A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-03

申请号：US12874607

申请日：2010-09-02

Applicant: Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  Clark Matthys ,  James Hanna

Inventor： Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  Clark Matthys ,  James Hanna

IPC: G05D23/19

CPC classification number: F24F11/0009 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/56 ,  H04L12/2803

Abstract: A system for controlling energy consumption in a building having a heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) which includes using an external application to perform HVAC energy consumption optimization algorithms and other external energy control functions and transmit application control data to a building automation system (BAS), which in turn provides hardware level equipment control for the HVAC system. The external application evaluates equipment data received from the HVAC system by way of the BAS and processes these equipment data to provide application control data back to the BAS. The application control data are calculated to achieve a desired operating efficiency for the HVAC system.

Abstract translation: 一种用于控制具有加热，通风和空调（HVAC）的建筑物中的能量消耗的系统，其包括使用外部应用来执行HVAC能量消耗优化算法和其他外部能量控制功能，并将应用控制数据传送到楼宇自动化系统 （BAS），这又为HVAC系统提供硬件级设备控制。 外部应用程序通过BAS对从HVAC系统接收的设备数据进行评估，并处理这些设备数据，以将应用控制数据提供给BAS。 计算应用控制数据以实现HVAC系统的期望的操作效率。

公开(公告)号：US20160187896A1

公开(公告)日：2016-06-30

申请号：US14582732

申请日：2014-12-24

Applicant: Thomas Jones ,  Ian Dempster ,  Clark Matthys ,  Peng Chen

Inventor： Thomas Jones ,  Ian Dempster ,  Clark Matthys ,  Peng Chen

IPC: G05D23/19 ,  H04L12/28

CPC classification number: H04L12/2816 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/46 ,  F24F11/62

Abstract: Systems and methods for sequencing HVAC equipment of an HVAC system using data recorded in situ to build a model capable of making predictions about equipment efficiency and using that information, in combination with predictions about building load, to produce an operational sequence for the HVAC equipment that promotes an improved or optimized overall energy efficiency for the HVAC system. In one embodiment, the process is automated and utilizes Bayesian computational models or algorithms to generate are initial sequence. The process reduces engineering hours and may advantageously provide a means to predict potential sequencing problems for similar types of HVAC equipment.

Abstract translation: 使用现场记录的数据对HVAC系统的HVAC设备进行排序的系统和方法，以建立能够对设备效率进行预测并使用该信息的模型以及关于建筑物负荷的预测，以产生HVAC设备的操作顺序 促进HVAC系统的改进或优化的整体能量效率。 在一个实施例中，该过程是自动化的，并且利用贝叶斯计算模型或算法来生成初始序列。 该过程减少了工程时间，并且可以有利地提供预测类似类型的HVAC设备的潜在排序问题的手段。

公开(公告)号：US08897921B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-25

申请号：US12874607

申请日：2010-09-02

Applicant: Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  Clark Matthys ,  James Hanna

Inventor： Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  Clark Matthys ,  James Hanna

IPC: G05D23/19 ,  F24F11/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/0009 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/56 ,  H04L12/2803

Abstract: A system for controlling energy consumption in a building having a heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) which includes using an external application to perform HVAC energy consumption optimization algorithms and other external energy control functions and transmit application control data to a building automation system (BAS), which in turn provides hardware level equipment control for the HVAC system. The external application evaluates equipment data received from the HVAC system by way of the BAS and processes these equipment data to provide application control data back to the BAS. The application control data are calculated to achieve a desired operating efficiency for the HVAC system.

Abstract translation: 一种用于控制具有加热，通风和空调（HVAC）的建筑物中的能量消耗的系统，其包括使用外部应用来执行HVAC能量消耗优化算法和其他外部能量控制功能，并将应用控制数据传送到楼宇自动化系统 （BAS），这又为HVAC系统提供硬件级设备控制。 外部应用程序通过BAS对从HVAC系统接收的设备数据进行评估，并处理这些设备数据，以将应用控制数据提供给BAS。 计算应用控制数据以实现HVAC系统的期望的操作效率。

公开(公告)号：US20100114385A1

公开(公告)日：2010-05-06

申请号：US12609452

申请日：2009-10-30

Applicant: Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

Inventor： Ian Dempster ,  Ben Erpelding ,  James Hanna

IPC: G05B15/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/006 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/62 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05B2219/2642

Abstract: A controller is configured to exchange information with a building automation system and includes various executable programs for determining a real time operating efficiency, simulating a predicted or theoretical operating efficiency, comparing the same, and then adjusting one or more operating parameters on equipment utilized by a building's HVAC system. The controller operates to adjust an operating efficiency of the HVAC system. An adjustment module utilized by the controller may modify the HVAC equipment parameters based on the likelihood that various HVAC equipment operates in parallel and on-line near its natural operating curve. In addition, the adjustment module may include a self-learning aspect that permits the controller to more efficiently make similar, future adjustments as needed.

Abstract translation: 控制器被配置为与建筑物自动化系统交换信息，并且包括用于确定实时操作效率的各种可执行程序，模拟预测或理论操作效率，将其比较，然后调整一个或多个操作参数 建筑物的暖通空调系统。 控制器操作以调节HVAC系统的运行效率。 控制器使用的调节模块可以基于各种HVAC设备在其自然操作曲线附近并行操作的可能性来修改HVAC设备参数。 此外，调整模块可以包括允许控制器根据需要更有效地进行类似的将来调整的自学习方面。

公开(公告)号：US20130125565A1

公开(公告)日：2013-05-23

申请号：US13299182

申请日：2011-11-17

Applicant: Ben Erpelding ,  Ian Dempster

Inventor： Ben Erpelding ,  Ian Dempster

IPC: F25B49/00

CPC classification number: F25B49/02 ,  F24F11/85 ,  F25B25/005 ,  F25B2400/06 ,  F25B2600/13 ,  Y02B30/745

Abstract: A chilled water distribution system includes a chilled water loop in fluid communication with a plurality of buildings and also in fluid communication with a plurality of chiller stations. A monitoring and control system communicates with one of the chiller stations, hereinafter referred to as a. “controlled” chiller station because it is configured with one or more variable frequency drives that are controlled by the monitoring and control system to modulate the speed of at least one chiller station component such as, but not limited to, a pump or a fan. By way of this modulation process, a differential pressure of the chilled water loop may be maintained in a “sweet spot” so as to optimize chiller station output while minimizing chiller station energy consumption.

Abstract translation: 冷冻水分配系统包括与多个建筑物流体连通并且还与多个冷却器站流体连通的冷冻水回路。 一个监测和控制系统与一个冷水机组（以下称为a）进行通信。 “控制”制冷机站，因为其配置有由监测和控制系统控制的一个或多个可变频率驱动器，以调制至少一个冷却器站组件的速度，例如但不限于泵或风扇。 通过该调制过程，可以将冷水循环的压差保持在“甜点”，以便最优化冷却器站输出，同时最小化冷却站的能量消耗。

公开(公告)号：US20140012429A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-09

申请号：US13543520

申请日：2012-07-06

Applicant: Ian Dempster

Inventor： Ian Dempster

IPC: G05F5/00

CPC classification number: G05B15/02 ,  G05F5/00 ,  H02J3/14 ,  H02J3/38 ,  H02J3/386 ,  H02J2003/001 ,  H02J2003/143 ,  Y02B10/14 ,  Y02B70/3225 ,  Y02B70/3266 ,  Y02E10/563 ,  Y02E10/763 ,  Y04S20/222 ,  Y04S20/242

Abstract: An electrical power grid includes multiple, networked buildings that receive electrical power from one or more power generation sources. A networking control system communicates with a utility control center to obtain information regarding the amount of power being supplied by the power generation sources. The networking control system further obtains information from one or more building automation controllers that are controllably associated with a plurality of networked buildings. The networking control system determines whether the total amount of power being supplied exceeds a total demand load for the plurality of buildings. And if so, the networking control system commands one or more of the building automation controllers to operate one ore more of the buildings a reduced energy efficiency level, which may take the form of an optimization curve.

Abstract translation: 电力电网包括从一个或多个发电源接收电力的多个网络建筑物。 网络控制系统与公用事业控制中心通信，以获得关于由发电源提供的电力量的信息。 网络控制系统进一步从可控地与多个联网建筑物相关联的一个或多个楼宇自动化控制器获得信息。 网络控制系统确定所供电的总量是否超过了多个建筑物的总需求负荷。 如果是这样，网络控制系统命令一个或多个建筑物自动化控制器来操作一个或多个建筑物，降低了能量效率水平，这可以采取优化曲线的形式。