Advances in HVAC&R Technologies

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

• 1. Scope & Methodology
  • 1. Research Scope & Segmentation
  • 2. Methodology
• 2. Research Service Findings
  • 1. Key Factors influencing HVAC&R Technologies
  • 2. Noteworthy Emerging Technologies

2. Impact Analysis of Sensors on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Sensing Technologies in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Temperature Sensors
  • 2. Pressure Sensors
  • 3. Flow or Velocity Sensors
  • 4. Gas and VOC Sensors
  • 5. Humidity and Occupancy Sensors
• 2. Thermostats in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Function of a Thermostat
  • 2. Types of Thermostats
• 3. Key Developments in Academic and Goverment-related Institutions
  • 1. Data Mining for Sensor Fault Detection and Diagnosis in HVAC--China
  • 2. Impact of Sensor Position on Building Thermal Comfort--France
• 4. Key Developments in Companies
  • 1. Reliable Moisture Measurement with Advanced Humidity Sensor--USA
  • 2. Carbon Monoxide Detection Through MMOS Technology--Sweden
  • 3. AdSem Inc. Develops World's Smallest Germanium NTC Thermistor--USA
  • 4. Unique Bend Sensing Technology--USA
  • 5. Trend toward Development of Substrate-Based Sensing Technology--USA
  • 6. Low-Power Thermoelectric Generator--USA
• 5. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology Challenges
• 6. Market Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Market Challenges

3. Impact Analysis of Compressors & Air filters on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Compressors in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Centrifugal Compressors
  • 2. Reciprocating Compressors
  • 3. Rotary-Vane Compressors
  • 4. Screw Compressors
  • 5. Scroll Compressors
• 2. Air Filters in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Fiberglass & Polyester MediaPad Filters
  • 2. Pneumatic Filters
  • 3. Electrostatic and Carbon Filters
  • 4. HEPA Filters
• 3. Key Developments in Academic & Government-related Institutions
  • 1. Employing Computational Fluid Dynamics for Ventilation Duct Particulate Concentration Analysis--China
  • 2. Role of Air Filters in Sick Building Syndrome -- Germany
• 4. Key Developments in Companies
  • 1. High-Performance Polymer Set to Drastically Reduce Energy Consumption in Compressors--UK
  • 2. Taking Airflow Measurement Technology to New Heights--USA
  • 3. Developing Industries Quietest Scroll and Reciprocating Compressors--USA
• 5. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology Challenges
• 6. Market Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Market Challenges

4. Impact Analysis of Heat Exchangers, Humidifiers & Dehumidifiers on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Heat Exchangers in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Function of a Heat Exchanger
  • 2. Types of Heat Exchanger
• 2. Humidifiers & Dehumidifiers in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Humidifiers
  • 2. Dehumidifiers
• 3. Key Developments
  • 1. Analysis of Desiccant Wheel Operation for Optimal Airconditioning--Iran
  • 2. Employing Chemical Dehumidification with Hybrid HVAC Systems--Italy
• 4. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology Challenges
• 5. Market Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Market Challenges

5. Impact Analysis of Refrigeration Systems on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Refrigeration Methods in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Cyclic Refrigeration Systems
  • 2. Non-Cyclic Refrigeration Systems
• 2. Key Developments
  • 1. Voltas Develops Trigeneration Vapor Absorption Chillers--India
  • 2. Compressed Air Energy Storage Refrigeration--China
  • 3. Leveraging ANN benefits for Refrigeration System analysis--Turkey
• 3. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology Challenges
• 4. Market Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Market Challenges

6. Impact Analysis of Control Systems on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Control Systems and Strategies in HVAC&R Applications
  • 1. Pneumatic HVAC Control Systems
  • 2. DDC HVAC Systems
  • 3. PID Control Strategy
  • 4. Relational Control Strategy
  • 5. Other Control Strategies
• 2. Key Developments in Academic & Government-related Institutions
  • 1. BFRL Leads R&D of Control Strategies for Building Automation Systems--USA
  • 2. Carnegie Mellon University BAPP Project Update--USA
• 3. Key Developments in Companies
  • 1. Employing State-Based Control and Adaptive Control Algorithms in HVAC Systems--USA
  • 2. Optimal System Operation through Novel LOOP Technology--USA
  • 3. Greater Responsibility Lies on the Shoulders of Control Community--USA
• 4. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology Challenges
• 5. Market Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Market Challenges

7. Impact Analysis of Novel Techniques on HVAC&R Technologies

• 1. Upcoming Novel Technologies
  • 1. Geo-thermal Heat Pumps
  • 2. Under Floor Air Distribution System
  • 3. Building Integrated Photovoltaic System
  • 4. Daylighting
  • 5. Solar Sorption
• 2. Novel Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
  • 1. Analysis of Technology and Market Drivers
  • 2. Analysis of Technology and Market Challenges

8. Patent Analysis and Contact Details

• 1. Patents and Patent Analysis
  • 1. Recent HVAC&R Patents
  • 2. Patent Analysis
• 2. Database of Key Participants
  • 1. Companies
  • 2. Universities and Associations

9. Frost & Sullivan 2006 Science and Technology Awards

• 1. Technology Innovation Award
  • 1. Award Description
  • 2. Award Recipient
• 2. Product Innovation Award
  • 1. Award Description
  • 2. Award Recipient
• 3. Excellence in Technology Award
  • 1. Award Description
  • 2. Award Recipient

10. Decision Support Database

• 1. Database Tables
  • 1. Electricity Consumption Commercial Sector--World (1999 to 2006)
  • 2. Total Electricity Consumption-Demand Growth--World (1999 to 2006)
  • 3. CO2 Emissions--North America (1999 to 2009)
  • 4. Number of Commercial Building--North America (1999 to 2009)
  • 5. Number of Universities & Colleges--North America (1999 to 2009)