Targetted gas sensors for improving the energy use of air conditioning .

Objective

Air conditioning is an important factor in energy end use . It is often run continuously throughout the whole year , with no rational management in place. Intelligent control of air conditioning to suit the level of current demand can save significant quantities of energy . Air temperature is not the only parameter requiring monitoring . Trace gases (CO2, HO2, amines, ketenes) produced by large numbers of people, have a significant effect on how comfortable the occupants of a building feel. This project will develop a range of low cost , high quality gas sensor systems applicable for use in air conditioning control systems . Through monitoring the levels of specific trace gases , a control system will be enable to determine the correct time to switch on the air conditioner . A variety of sensor technologies will be evaluated to meet these requirements. The proposes are SME 's specialising in gas sensors and thick film technology.

Programme(s)

• FP5-EESD - Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Energy, environment and sustainable development, 1998-2002"

Topic(s)

• 1.1.4.-6. - Key action Economic and Efficient Energy for a Competitive Europe

Funding Scheme

EAW - Exploratory awards

Coordinator

SENSOREX OY

Address

Ruona
21100 Naantali
Finland

Participants (1)

EXTEC HYBRIDS LTD

United Kingdom

Address

Murrills Estate East Street
PO16 9RD Portchester