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Building Environment Division
William M. Healy, Leader
(301) 975-4922
william.healy@nist.gov
The mission of the Heat Transfer and Alternative Energy System Group is to promote innovation and competitiveness in the alterative energy and energy conservation sector by advancing measurement science, standards and technology related to energy utilization in buildings. Goals:
- Improved Predictive Models and Measurement Techniques for Building Integrated Photovoltaics
- Appropriate Testing and Rating Procedures for
- Fuel Cells
- Residential Heat Pumps and Air Conditioners
- Residential Gas and Electric Water Heaters
- Development of Tools to Aid the Building Sector in Using Advanced Sensor Technology
- Accurate Thermal Transmission Test Methods for Building Applications
Customer Base:
- Department of Energy
- Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Department of Homeland Security
- California Energy Commission
- Residential Heat Pump/Air Conditioning and Water Heater Industries
- Fuel Cell Manufacturers
- Thermal Insulation Industry
- Building Designers, Architects, and Owners
Metrology Transfer:
- Thermal conductivity measurement traceability provided through Standard Reference Materials (SRMs),
- Thermal Conductivity Database
- Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
Impact:
All residential heat pumps, air conditioners, and water heaters sold within the United States are tested and labeled in accordance with the test procedures developed within this group. The apparatus and methods of test maintained within this group provide thermal resistance (R-value) traceability to the U.S. insulation industry. The Group operates the only Building Integrated Photovoltaic Test Facility within the United States providing performance data and improved performance prediction capabilities to the photovoltaic industry.
Staff
Cooperative Education Employment Opportunities for Students
Employment Opportunity
Mobile Solar Tracker for evaluating the performance of photovoltaic panels.
Infrared imaging is used in the water heater test lab for quality assurance.
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Last updated: 1/16/2008