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What does comfort air conditioning primarily address?
What does comfort air conditioning primarily address?
- Energy efficiency in HVAC systems
- Temperature regulation in outdoor environments
- Sound control in industrial spaces
- Comfort of human beings in enclosed spaces (correct)
Who coined the term 'Air Conditioning'?
Who coined the term 'Air Conditioning'?
- Mr. H.V. Smith
- Dr. D.W. Carrier
- Mr. S.W. Cramer (correct)
- Dr. J. H. Thompson
According to the definition provided by Dr. D.W. Carrier, what additional factor pertains to comfort air conditioning?
According to the definition provided by Dr. D.W. Carrier, what additional factor pertains to comfort air conditioning?
- Noise reduction
- Odour control (correct)
- Energy conservation
- Air purification
Which of the following factors may affect an individual's feeling of comfort?
Which of the following factors may affect an individual's feeling of comfort?
What is meant by 'thermal balance' in the context of comfort?
What is meant by 'thermal balance' in the context of comfort?
What can cause an individual to experience discomfort when conditions change?
What can cause an individual to experience discomfort when conditions change?
What does the term 'acclimatization' refer to in relation to comfort?
What does the term 'acclimatization' refer to in relation to comfort?
What is a key consideration in establishing comfort standards?
What is a key consideration in establishing comfort standards?
What is primarily influenced by individual characteristics in the context of comfort?
What is primarily influenced by individual characteristics in the context of comfort?
Which factor, when altered, directly affects comfort levels due to physiological adjustments?
Which factor, when altered, directly affects comfort levels due to physiological adjustments?
What compromises are suggested to optimize comfort air conditioning processes?
What compromises are suggested to optimize comfort air conditioning processes?
Which aspect of comfort air conditioning was added to the original definition over time?
Which aspect of comfort air conditioning was added to the original definition over time?
How does the rate of adjustment to changing conditions affect comfort levels?
How does the rate of adjustment to changing conditions affect comfort levels?
What is the main focus of comfort air conditioning as defined by Dr. D.W. Carrier?
What is the main focus of comfort air conditioning as defined by Dr. D.W. Carrier?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between comfort and the state of mind?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between comfort and the state of mind?
What collective factors can modify the sensation of comfort in human beings?
What collective factors can modify the sensation of comfort in human beings?
What is one of the main factors that Dr. D.W. Carrier included in the definition of comfort air conditioning?
What is one of the main factors that Dr. D.W. Carrier included in the definition of comfort air conditioning?
How does individual comfort differ among people?
How does individual comfort differ among people?
What was the original purpose for which the term 'Air Conditioning' was coined?
What was the original purpose for which the term 'Air Conditioning' was coined?
What can cause discomfort when changes in air conditions occur?
What can cause discomfort when changes in air conditions occur?
What does the process of conditioning aim to achieve regarding comfort?
What does the process of conditioning aim to achieve regarding comfort?
Which aspect of air quality is emphasized in comfort air conditioning?
Which aspect of air quality is emphasized in comfort air conditioning?
What factor may affect the rate at which an individual adjusts their comfort level?
What factor may affect the rate at which an individual adjusts their comfort level?
In what year did Mr. S.W. Cramer coin the term 'Air Conditioning'?
In what year did Mr. S.W. Cramer coin the term 'Air Conditioning'?
How does the subjective nature of comfort influence the establishment of comfort standards?
How does the subjective nature of comfort influence the establishment of comfort standards?
What role does acclimatization play in an individual's perception of comfort?
What role does acclimatization play in an individual's perception of comfort?
What are the effects of physiological adjustment on comfort during environmental changes?
What are the effects of physiological adjustment on comfort during environmental changes?
Which element, included in the definition of comfort air conditioning, was initially overlooked?
Which element, included in the definition of comfort air conditioning, was initially overlooked?
What might be an outcome of failing to reach a comfort adjustment during environmental changes?
What might be an outcome of failing to reach a comfort adjustment during environmental changes?
What is a consequence of having differing individual standards of comfort?
What is a consequence of having differing individual standards of comfort?
In the context of comfort air conditioning, why is the definition broadened over time significant?
In the context of comfort air conditioning, why is the definition broadened over time significant?
What factor is crucial in determining an individual's comfort but may not be directly related to environmental conditions?
What factor is crucial in determining an individual's comfort but may not be directly related to environmental conditions?
Which component contributes to discomfort when environmental conditions exhibit significant variability?
Which component contributes to discomfort when environmental conditions exhibit significant variability?
What primary influence does comfort air conditioning seek to manage within enclosed environments?
What primary influence does comfort air conditioning seek to manage within enclosed environments?
Flashcards
Comfort Air Conditioning
Comfort Air Conditioning
Air conditioning designed to create comfortable conditions for humans in enclosed spaces.
Air Conditioning definition (broad)
Air Conditioning definition (broad)
Controlling physical and chemical properties of air within a space.
Comfort (defined)
Comfort (defined)
Subjective feeling of ease maintaining thermal balance between an individual and their environment..
Factors affecting comfort
Factors affecting comfort
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Individual comfort differences
Individual comfort differences
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Acclimatization
Acclimatization
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Comfort standards
Comfort standards
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S.W. Cramer
S.W. Cramer
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What does 'Air Conditioning' mean?
What does 'Air Conditioning' mean?
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Comfort is Subjective
Comfort is Subjective
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Individual Comfort Variations
Individual Comfort Variations
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Why Focus on Natural Conditions?
Why Focus on Natural Conditions?
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What is Comfort Air Conditioning?
What is Comfort Air Conditioning?
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Who coined 'Air Conditioning'?
Who coined 'Air Conditioning'?
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Why is Comfort Subjective?
Why is Comfort Subjective?
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What are the factors affecting comfort?
What are the factors affecting comfort?
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How do people adjust to changing temperatures?
How do people adjust to changing temperatures?
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What is the goal of Comfort Air Conditioning?
What is the goal of Comfort Air Conditioning?
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How do we create comfort standards?
How do we create comfort standards?
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Why is it important to consider natural conditions?
Why is it important to consider natural conditions?
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Why Mimic Natural Conditions?
Why Mimic Natural Conditions?
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What is 'Air Conditioning' in general?
What is 'Air Conditioning' in general?
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How does Comfort relate to Thermal Balance?
How does Comfort relate to Thermal Balance?
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Study Notes
Comfort Air Conditioning
- Air conditioning is the control of human comfort in enclosed spaces.
- Several factors influence comfort conditions.
- The term "Air Conditioning" was coined in 1906 by S.W. Cramer for textile industry.
- It aims to control physical and chemical properties of air.
Definition of Comfort
- Comfort is subjective and relates to the ease of maintaining thermal balance between an individual and their surroundings.
- Feeling of great satisfaction relates to physical comfort.
- Mental state, physical condition, and activity level also affect comfort.
- Individual comfort standards may vary over time.
Comfort and Adjustments
- Any change in air conditions affects physiological functions.
- The body adjusts to the changing external conditions.
- Adjustment speed affects comfort levels
- There may not always be a full adjustment.
- Time required for adjustment impacts discomfort levels associated.
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