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NATIONAL FENESTRATION RATINGS COUNCIL (NFRC):

FY 2000:

Technical report: Computer Modeling of CI According to NFRC500 of a Wood Fixed WIndow with Varying Spacers and Glazing Options

Power Point Presentation: Condensation Index

Condensation Index Spreadsheet

Standard: NFRC 100: Draft Test Procedure for Measuring the Steady-State Thermal Performance of Fenestration Systems

Power Point Presentation: New NFRC 100 Testing Procedure

Standard: NFRC 500: Procedure For Determining Fenestration Product Condensation Index Values

Power Point Presentation: Expected Changes to NFRC U-Factor and SHGC Calculations

NFRC Fenestration Glossary

Standard: NFRC 101: Procedure for Determining Thermo-Physical Properties of Materials For Use in NFRC-Approved Software Programs - Material Library Spreadsheet

Power Point Presentation: Overview of NFRC International Efforts

Technical Report: Analysis of Thermal Performance of Wood Marvin Window With Clear Glazing (PFM01)

Technical Report: Analysis of Thermal Performance of Wood Marvin Window With Low-E Glazing (PFM02)


Technical Report: Computer Modeling Results for NFRC Simulation Round Robin 1999 (SRR99) Window Using THERM and WINDOW Software

FY 2001:

CTS Panel Construction Manual

Condenstaion Resistance Analysis for NFRC (Various Options)

Condensation Index Presentation

NFRC Glossary Draft

ISO 15099 implementation in NFRC

Treatment of Non-Continuous Thermal Bridges in NFRC system

ISO Standards, WINDOW 5, and THERM 5: Expected Changes to NFRC U-Factor & SHGC Calculations

OUTLINE OF TECHNICAL CHANGES IN COMPUTER ALGORITHMS FOR NFRC SIMULATION PROGRAM

NFRC 500 Draft (10-23)

Computer Modeling Results for NFRC Simulation Round Robin 2000 (SRR00) Window using THERM and WINDOW Computer Programs

Test Round Robin 2001 Using Computer Modeling According to NFRC 500

Computer Modeling of CI According to NFRC 500 Of A Wood Fixed Window With Varying Spacers and Glazing Options

Computer Modeling of CI According to NFRC 500 Of A Wood Fixed Window With Varying Spacers and Glazing Options (Final Draft)

Computer Modeling Results for NFRC Simulation Round Robin 1999 (SRR99) Window Using THERM and WINDOW Software (Final Draft)

Procedure for Determining Thermo-Physical Properties of Materials For Use in NFRC-Approved Software Programs

International Activities - Presentation to NFRC

Computer Modeling of Commercial Aluminum Framing Systems – U-Factor and Temperature Distribution

Proposed Methodology For Modeling Tubular Skylights For NFRC Rating Purposes

Research Work at the University of Massachusetts - Presentation for NFRC

FY 2002:

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer and Comparison for PVC Casement Window – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using WINDOW 5 and THERM 5

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer and Comparison for PVC Casement Window – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using THERM 2.1a and WINDOW 4.1

Condensation Resistance Advancements - Presentation at NFRC

Non Continuous Thermal Bridge Elements - NFRC Simulation Manual Addition

THERM HEAT TRANSFER ANALYSIS OF SIMULATION ROUND ROBIN 1998-99

Computer Modeling Results for NFRC Simulation Round Robin 2000 (SRR00) Window using THERM and WINDOW Computer Programs

Computer Modeling Results for NFRC Simulation Round Robin 1999 (SRR99) Window Using THERM and WINDOW Software

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer and Comparison for NFRC No4 Window with Different Emissivity around Frame – U-Factor and CI Simulations

Modeling Tubular Daylighting Devices - Final Proposal for an NFRC Method

SELECTION OF REPRESENTATIVE PRODUCTS FOR RATING FENESTRATION SYSTEMS IN COMMERCIAL (SITE-BUILT) PROJECT - Presentation at NFRC meeting

INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES - Presentation at NFRC Meeting

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer For NFRC 1999-2000 Testing Round Robin Window – U-Factor and CI Simulations Using WINDOW 4.1 and THERM 2.1a

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer For NFRC 1999-2000 Testing Round Robin Window – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using WINDOW 5 and THERM 5

Position paper: Rating Site-Built Products Under the NFRC System

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer For NFRC 1997 Testing Round Robin Window – U-Factor and CR Simulations using WINDOW 5 and THERM5

Computer Modeling of Thermal Performance of 2001 NFRC Testing Round Robin Window – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using WINDOW 5 and THERM 5

Computer Modeling of Heat Transfer For NFRC 2002 Simulation Round Robin (SRR02) Representing Curtain Wall with Bolt – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using WINDOW 4.1 and THERM 2.1a

Computer Simulations of Heat Transfer For 2002 NFRC Simulation Round Robin Window (SRR02) – U-Factor and CR Simulations Using WINDOW 5 and THERM 5

The Application of ISO 15099 to NFRC 100 and 200

Change in Modeling Assumptions for NFRC 100 and 200

Frame Temperatures and Corresponding Convective Surface Heat Transfer Coefficients for NFRC 100 and 200

INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF FENESTRATION SYSTEMS ON THE ENERGY PERFORMANCE OF A TYPICAL COMMERCIAL BUILDING - Presentation at NFRC

COMPONENT MODEL APPROACH IN MODELING SITE BUILT PRODUCTS - Presentation at NFRC

Technical Report: ANALYSIS OF CTS CALIBRATION DATA SUBMITTED BY ATI AS A PART OF NFRC RESEARCH PROJECT “CALIBRATION OF THERMAL TESTING METERING CHAMBERS USING CTS PANELS.

Technical Report: Sensitivity Study of Material Conductivity Change.

Technical Report: COMPARISON OF RESULTS FOR 11 FENESTRATION SYSTEMS USING NFRC 100-2002 (WINDOW5/THERM5) vs. NFRC 100-97 (W4.1/THERM2.1a)

COMPARISON OF RESULTS FOR 11 FENESTRATION SYSTEMS USING NFRC 100-2002 (WINDOW5/THERM5) vs. NFRC 100-97 (W4.1/THERM2.1a) - Summary Table Only

Summary Report: Projected Validation of the New NFRC Simulation and Testing Procedure

INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECT OF CONSIDERING NFRC STANDARD SIZE U FACTOR FOR THE FENESTRATION SYSTEMS ON THE ENERGY PERFORMANCE OF A TYPICAL COMMERCIAL BUILDING - Addendum Report

Technical Report: COMPONENT MODEL APPROACH IN MODELING SITE BUILT PRODUCTS

Technical Report: INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECTS OF FENESTRATION SYSTEMS ON THE ENERGY PERFORMANCE OF A TYPICAL COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Technical Report: COMPARISON OF RESULTS FOR 104 GLAZING UNITS AT TWO DIFFERENT ORIENTATIONS NFRC 100-2002 (WINDOW5) vs. NFRC 100-97 (W4.1)

FY 2003:

Technical Report: COMPONENT MODEL APPROACH IN MODELING NON-RESIDENTIAL FENESTRATION PRODUCTS - Version 3

Effect of varying emissivities on the thermal performance of Aluminum window

Measured Emissivities of selected Metalic samples

NFRC 100-Part II (Non-Residential Products)

Flow Chart for NFRC 100

NFRC Glossary

PROBLEMS AND ISSUES IN SIMULATING COMMERCIAL FENESTRATION SYSTEMS FOR PRODUCT RATINGS - Presentation at NFRC Meeting

Summary Tables: Simulation THERM/WINDOW vs. Component Modeling Approach

Thermal Properties for CO2 and N2

 

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE):

FY 2000:

None

FY 2001:

Update on Umass Research Work and Priorities - Memo to Sam

Role and importance of fenestration computer modeling tools in the future DOE efforts

Environmental Boxes for the IR Laboratory - Wish-List

Research Work at the University of Massachusetts - Presentation for NFRC

FY 2002:

Position Paper: Current Simplifications in Fenestration Computer Models

FY 2003:

Position Paper: Statement of the problem of numerical modeling of steady-state conditions in laboratory test chamber (LBL IR box)

Technical Report: Use numerical modeling for estimation and improvement test method of measuring the steady thermal transmittance of fenestration systems

Position Paper: OUTLINE OF RESEARCH WORK FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESMENT OF INNOVATIVE IGU DESIGNS (WITH IMPROVED THERMAL INDICES)

White Paper: Outline of the research plan for the development of new generation of testing standards and improving modeling techniques using “Virtual Thermal Testing Facility - ViTTeF” Concep

 

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEATING, REFRIGERATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING ENGINEERS (ASHRAE):

FY 2000:

None

FY 2001:

Condensation Resistance of Commercial Fenestration Systems (ASHRAE Forum)

FY 2002:

None

FY 2003:

Analysis of energy performance of selected fenestration systems in commercial buildings - Presentation at ASHRAE 90.1

Technical Report: Analysis of energy performance of selected fenestration systems in commercial buildings

Listing of Assumptions for Energy Analysis of Typical Commercial Buildings for ASHRAE 90.1

"Two-Dimensional Computational Fluid Dynamics and Conduction Simulations of Heat Transfer in Window Frames with Internal Cavities - Part 1: Cavities Only". Submitted to ASHRAE

 

MISCELLANEOUS TECHNICAL PAPERS:

FY 2000:

None

FY 2001:

Conference Paper - Improving Information Technology to Maximize Fenestration Energy Efficiency

Presentation for paper "Improving Information Technology to Maximize Fenestration Energy Efficiency" (Thermal 8 meeting, Clearwater, FL)

Evaluation of the Condensation Index Rating as Determined using the Proposed Simulation Method in the NFRC 500 Draft Procedure (ASTM Paper)

"Technical Basis and Institutional Framework For Assuring The Energy Efficiency of Fenestration Systems in Transitional Economy Countries". Belgrade Conference - 6/16/01

"Labeling and Certification Procedures for Energy Rating in North America and The Impact on Market for Energy Efficient Products". Mexico Conference - 10/3/01

Investigation on optimum quantity of necessary simulations of thermal performance of windows in a typical commercial building

Investigation on optimum quantity of necessary simulations of thermal performance of windows in a typical commercial building - presentation

"Analyzing Thermal Performance of Building Envelope Components Using 2-D Heat Transfer Tool with Detailed Radiation Modeling". Building Simulation Conference, Rio deJaneiro, Brazil. August 2001.

"Rating and Labeling of Energy Performance of Windows as a Tool for Promoting Energy Efficiecny Practices in Buildings". Building Simulation Conference, Rio deJaneiro, Brazil. August 2001.

FY 2002:

"Role of Computer Simulations in Window Ratings and Design". Energy Efficiecnt Windows and Building Design Conference, New Delhi and Bangalore, India.

Role of Computer Simulations in Window Ratings and Design - Presentation

Technical Report: Using software Gambit 2.0 and Fluent 6.0 for simulation of heat mass transfer problems

"SOLAR ABSORPTION IN THICK AND MULTILAYERED GLAZINGS". WREC Conference

FY 2003:

"Numerical Study of Natural Convection in inclined Rectangular Glazing Cavities". Draft Paper

"Turbulent Natural Convective Heat Transfer in Vertical Glazing Cavities" Draft Paper

 

 

 

 

 


 

 
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