Affordable Anemometer Development for HVAC System
This project aims to design a cost-effective anemometer for engineers, technicians, HVAC personnel, and energy control. The team is focused on creating a portable device that addresses the limitations of current anemometer models, providing a more practical solution for measuring air speeds. With a comprehensive approach involving market research, competitive analysis, component research, and circuit design, the team is poised to make a significant impact in the market. The ultimate goal is to introduce a high-quality product that is both efficient and economical, catering to the needs of HVAC professionals and beyond.
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Portable Anemometer for HVAC Faculty Advisor: Dr. Park, Mr. Villarreal & Mr. Sanchez Group: Eleazar Salinas, Jose Gonzalez, Giovanny Barajas, Jose Villarreal, and Ryan Cortes
Problem Statement We are trying to create a more affordable anemometer for engineers, technicians, HVAC personal, and energy control. Expensive hand-held Hot-Film units Rotating fan anemometer left Hot-film anemometer right Vane type anemometers are ineffective at low air speeds Not specific to HVAC Systems Many moving parts on Vane type units.
Approach Market Research Competitive Product Research Component Research Develop Heat Transfer Equation Design Wheatstone Bridge Circuit Program Heat Transfer Equations Into Micro controller Design Exterior Casing
Market Status Leading Markets North America Asia Pacific 1. 4. United States China 1. 1. Canada Japan 2. 2. Mexico S. Korea 3. 3. Taiwan Europe 4. 2. India Germany 5. 1. South America United Kingdom 5. 2. Italy Brazil 3. 1. France Argentina 4. 2. 6
Market Status Cont. Leading Competitors Siemens AG (Germany) Kusam-Meco (India) Fortive Corporation (U.S.A.) OMEGA Engineering(U.S.A.) Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.A.) CEM Corporation (U.S.A.) Teledyne Technologies Inc. (U.S.A.) Horiba Ltd. (Japan) Servomex (U.K.) Vaisala (Finland) 7
Market Impact This market is expected to grown tremendously through 2025 We believe we would be very competitive with our product. Estimation of product capture around 20%-35% Cost Efficiency Made in the U.S.A. 8
Market Impact Cont. Fisher (U.S), 1.2 Kanomax (U.S), 2.3 Sales in Millions OMEGA Eng (U.S), 172 TSI (U.S), 244 Kanomax (India) TSI ( U.S.A) OMEGA Engineering (U.S.A) Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.A) 9
Competitive Products Name Model Type Manufacturer Unit Price Anemometer w/Real Time Data Logger Anemometer w/Real Time Data Logger HHF-SD1 Hot Wire Omega Engineering $510.00 HHF-SD2 Vane Omega Engineering $425.00 Ventilation Meter Anemometer 9565 Hot Wire Hot Wire Hot Wire Vent Velocicalc $1,089.00 6036-CE Kanomax $1,580.00 Air Velocity Meter Balometer AVM410 Alnor $598.50 6200D TSI Alnor $1,471.50 10
Competitive Products Cont. Dimensions (LxWxH) Name Website Price (Dollars) Key Feature TSI TSI.com 3.8 in. x 8.3 in. x 2.1 in. 2245.50 Hot-Wire Omega Omega.com (6.14in x 2.36in x 1.29in) 179 Fan Kanomax Kanomax.com 3.4inx7.4inx1.6in 1580 Hot-Wire Fisher Fisher.com 7in x 3in x 1.25 in. in 577 Hot-Wire 12
Competitive Products Cont. Company Model /Id # Cost Key Features TSI 9565 2245.50 1) Large graphic display 2) Multiple data logging formats 1) Simultaneous readings of air velocity's and temperature 2) Standard type k thermocouple SMP 1) Data logging function capacity up to 1500 2) Highly visible black-lit-display 1) Accuracy 1% full scale plus 1 digit 2) Display temp in C or F Omega HHF81 179 Kanomax 6036 1580 Fisher 06-667-73 577 13
Proposed Solution Design and engineer hot film anemometer Understand the relationship between air velocity, heat transfer of the wire, and voltage signal. Cost Effective design. Minimize the need for moving parts by integrating Hot Film System . Use more economically sound materials. 14
Goals ,Objectives , & Constraints Goal : Specifically develop and design an economical, portable, and accurate anemometer with in allotted budget and time frame. Objective: Combine knowledge of Heat Transfer, Electrical Circuits and computer programming to produce a portable handheld anemometer. Constraints: 9 months to finish final product, extended purchase order lead time, testing and balancing. 15
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