Amarillo Clinical Simulation Center

South Façade A movable horizontal overhang is the best choice for the south façade, passive full step to side shading dynamically control of shading heated period line to West Façade It is hard to shade the west side of the building and there is no best way to shade that side Therefore, the goal for west window is just to shade as much as possible The west façade is different than the south facing façade, so it is difficult to use the same technique to shade both sides After identifying the full shade angle for the west side, which is too long to have horizontal panels, it was found that using vertical fins is better option Also, it is better to avoid using wide and long windows and better to use short windows instead Moreover, the existing window design was a wide curtain wall (Figure 5) The suggested design to each other covering the for better controlling of windows were used to help reduce the direct sunlight from entering the building Moreover, thin horizontal fins were used above and underneath each window to reflect the sunlight These fins consist of two pieces The second piece is the movable part and is connected to the first part, which is connected to the wall It can be stretched during the overheated period (summer) and closed an additional part during winter Also, there were small fins used underneath each window to reflect the sun light from the interior (Figure 13) improve the daylight conditions skin façades can solve several Furthermore, the design of the implement the double skin glassing

Introduction Amarillo, Climate Descriptions This project that we have been studying and developing is a one-story simulation center which is considered an envelope dominated building (Figure 3) Building Layout Amarillo, Texas located in the middle of the state and has a semi-arid temperate that changes rapidly, especially during the winter It is one of the windiest cities in the country The residents get some dust storms spring, some rare intense storms and experience low humidity In recent years, they have had wind and during the spring and summer The Amarillo area is located in the western region of "Tornado Alley ”

Active Solar Wind Towers The PV panels can be used on the roof in order to change sunlight directly to electricity The PV panel angles are very important to get the best result So for this location to get the greatest benefit, the PV should face south A movable system to follow the sun direction should also be created for the best benefits in this type of climate (Figure 6) One good solution to be used in this project is wind towers that could be designed in the south and north area, according to the wind directions This technique was created many centuries ago to provide ventilation These towers can help direct the breeze to come into the interior through the chimney and refresh the air as they allow the air to move through the corridors Also, the window panels used for shading can help in ventilation too (Figure 7) Cooling Techniques Ventilation One of the most common means of cooling is comfort ventilation and night flush to help cool the interior of a space For a West Texas climate, night flush cooling could be accomplished by having small window openings in the top of the walls and another opening below in the interior walls that can move the hot breeze out from the interior places at night; it can also cool the thermal mass Moreover, there should be an opening in the suite doors that face the corridors in the simulation center, and there should be ventilation slots in the bathroom that could help complete the night-flush cooling cycle to better ventilate the space (Figure 8) Using windows that can move up and down can provide shading and ventilation systems Additionally, the use of glazing, which has a very low Uvalue of 0 78 W/m2K, for the windows can reduces transmission losses and create the “greenhouse” effect Also, it could be better to use sensors to close the windows automatically when the temperature is high in the interior spaces During summers, the cooling can become an issue that is hard to solve using passive cooling, but using this technique can help use less energy to cool the space (Figure 9) Supplementary mechanical

The Best Mechanical Heating/Cooling System for the Medical Zone The Simulation Center will benefit from packaged heating and air conditioning systems The system is preferable for this environment because the hospital has multiple rooms and confined spaces (Simmons & Mullin, 2017) In addition, the system provides a single package for all the different offices and patients’ rooms in the building The air conditioner and the heat pump work together with the evaporator coil In addition, it has a thermostat that provides an interface for controlling the movement of air throughout the building (Ananthanarayanan 2013) The system allows the administrators to determine if they should utilize optional air quality improvers The hospital environment can benefit from the adoption of purifiers, cleaners, ventilators and UV lamps The Best Mechanical Heating/Cooling System for the Auditoriums zone The duct-free split heating and air conditioning system can be used in an auditorium because the system is suitable for a large area The system can complement other mechanical heating and cooling systems that have been installed in the building (Brown & RealtyPro Advisor, 2016) The system has a compact fan coil that can be used to cool air the auditorium In addition, it has a thermostat and a control panel that is convenient for large spaces In addition, it has wires and tubing that connect the outdoor unit to the fan coil in the room The architecture of the system makes it suitable for large rooms (Brown & RealtyPro Advisor, 2016) In particular, it has provisions for the inclusion of optional accessories that can clean the air and make it pleasant (Figures 10 & 11) The Best Mechanical Heating/Cooling System for the Offices Zone The office environment is in a windy area requires split systems to provide an allowance for the user to place them inside or outside the building The Amarillo area requires that the system be placed inside the house because of the weather conditions The offices would benefit from an air conditioner cooled the refrigerant part of the split system In addition, the system has ducts that can carry clean air to different rooms Office blocks with multiple rooms would benefit from the adoption of this system because it ensures that all the rooms benefit from clean air The system also has a control panel that can be used to control the flow of air in the office (Lechner 2015) The offices can also be fitted with purifiers, humidifiers, UV lamps, or air cleaners to enhance the cleanliness of air in the rooms The furnaces have the capacity to coil in order to convert the refrigerant and cool air in the office (Lechner 2015) The features of the split system make it a good solution for one-story offices that may be affected by high levels of dust blown into the rooms The Best Mechanical Heating/Cooling System for the Surgery Zone The packaged heating and air conditioning system is appropriate for a surgery room because it requires minimal space The air conditioner and the heat pump are contained in a single unit with the evaporator or fan coil (Turner & Doty, 2006) The thermostat that provides an interface for controlling the entire system can be located outside the surgery rooms The system is comprised of features that enable users to enhance the quality of the air in the room (Turner & Doty, 2006) For instance, surgery rooms can be fitted with air purifiers, cleaners, and ventilators that make the air cleaner In addition, the system provides for the use of UV lamps that not only enhance visibility in the surgery room, but also cleanse the air The system provides acceptable thermo quality that enhances the quality of air in the room (Mcdowall 2007) This project, located in Amarillo Texas, was about understanding the client needs by analyzing the Amarillo Clinical Simulation Center, an envelope-dominated building In such an analysis, it is important to define the overheating and under-heating periods, the climate region, and the sun angle in summer and winter The main aim of this project is to develop the best strategies to reduce heat load and reduce energy use, including supplementary mechanical use, plumbing, and the water use strategies for the project (Figure 1) Time of Year Time of Day Altitude Azimuth Winter Dec 21 South Façade 8 am 8 53 10 am 24 30 12 noon 31 0 2 pm 24 30 53

Skin Façades Time of year Time of day Altitude Azimuth Summer June 21 West Façade 6 am 13 107 8am 37 94 10 am 61 72 12 noon 77 0 2 pm 61 72 4 pm 37 94 6 pm 13 107 The acoustic control in sensitive healthcare environments must occur along the path between the source and the recipient and at the point of reception The ergonomic intervention is integral in managing noise levels in a healthcare environment In addition, the equipment used in a healthcare environment and the materials that are placed on the walls critically influence the noise levels in the building Also, the design of the building should be informed by the intended uses (Figure 16) Optimizing the use of daylight is very important to reduce the amount of energy used Also, the center should use energy-efficient lighting systems to optimize energy utilization The electrical lighting systems provide the most effective platforms to manage the energy in the building In addition, it is better to use new lighting technologies that have higher luminous potential Energy levels can be optimized through the implementation of integrated systems (Figure 15) Electric Lighting Acoustical Controls Plumbing Systems Rain Water Harvesting The rainwater harvesting system is comprised of a catchment area, storage tanks, filler, supply facilities, pipes and overflow units The stored water should be used for non-potable functions such as toilet flushing, washing hands, pavement cleaning, and irrigation (Figure 17)

Daghigh Sopian K. (2015). Parametric studies of an active solar water heating system with various types of PVT collectors. 40 (7), 2177Dubois, M., Bisegna F., Gentile, N., Knoop M., Matusiak B., Osterhaus, W., & Tetri E. (2015). Retrofitting the electric lighting and daylighting systems to reduce energy use in buildings: A literature revie Energy Research Journal, 26-43. S. (2014). Investigation of the usage of passive solar energy in Salamis road’s buildings, Famagusta. International Journal of Environmental Science and Development, (2), 132Konkani, A., Oakley, B., Faimbe F. E., & Penprase B. (2014). Reducing Hospital ICU noise: A behavior based approach. Journal of Healthcare Engineering, (2), 229-246Wu, S., & Xiong C. (2014). Passive cooling technology for photovoltaic panels for domestic houses. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, (2), 118-126.Brown, R. P., & Realty Pro Advisor (Firm). (2016). Learn the lingo of houses: Reference of real estate terms for today's industry professionals Cheyenne, WY: Queen Bee Publisher Inc. Lechner N. (2015). Heating, cooling, lighting: Sustainable design methods for architects Hoboken, New Jersey, NJ: John Wiley & Sons. Turner, W. C., & Doty, S. (2006). Energy management handbook Lilburn, GA: Fairmont Press. Mcdowall R. (2007). Fundamentals of HVAC systems: SI edition Atlanta, GA: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers eLearning. Simmons, J. P., & Mullin, R. C. (2017). Electrical wiring: Commercial Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. The references for photos used (Figure https //www windfinder com/forecast/alexandria (Figure http uk/solar_thermal (Figure 7 https //www pinterest com/pin/305470787206530466 -(Figure 9 http //westcoastpvc com/sliding-sash-windows/ (Figure10 http //e-partenaire com/2016 09 23/home-heating-design/passive-solar-house-plans- -effective-and- -friendly-luxury-home-heating-design/ (Figure http ru/?k=Air+ConditioningHeat+Pump+Troubleshooting++HVAC (Figure 12 http //www keyword-suggestions com/d2FsbCBsb3V2ZXIgZGV0YWlscw/ (Figure http com/product-information/plumbing-summary/ (Figure 15 https //community smartthings com/t/aeotec-micro-smart-switch- 2-3- -wiring/19989 10 (Figure http soundproofing org/infopages/channel (Figure 17 http //gosmartbricks com/rain-water-harvesting-methods-in-india/ (Figure 1) (Figure 2) (Figure 3) (Figure 4) (Figure 5) (Figure 6) (Figure 7) (Figure 8) (Figure 9) (Figure10) (Figure 11) (Figure12) (Figure13) Eman Nasrallah Prof. Schambureck (Figure 15) (Figure 16) (Figure 17) (Figure14) The Best Mechanical Heating/Cooling System for the Auditoriums Zone South Section Floor Plan Section, Full sun & shade 3D View West Section Floor Plan 3D View Section, Full shade line

Double

References