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Computational Fluid Dynamics

About AEC:
Architectural Energy Corporation is one of the nation's leading consulting firms specializing in building energy performance. It is a diverse company offering services in sustainable design assitance, building commisioning, building science, research and development, and develops a host of products to support the design and operation of energy efficient residential and commercial buildings.

What I do:
In the simplest terms, i come up with ways to introduce daylight into buildings. I use three dimensional computer modeling and ray-tracing analysis to design daylighting systems intended to improve building energy performance and enhance occupant happiness. I also use computational fluid dynamic analysis to design innovative natural and mechanical ventilation strategies for buildings.

U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition
1st place -- University of Colorado Team
October 2002

Over the course of 2 years, a group of seven engineering students evolved into a group over 30 engineering and architectural students who designed and built an 800 square foot, completely solar-powerd home which took first place in the inaugural DOE-sponsored Solar Decathlon competition in Washington DC.

personal involvement:
engineering team member, graphic design

[click here for more info and photos]

downloads:
brochure for the house [7 MB pdf file] describing philosophy and design features
materials and equipment spec sheet [Excel spreadsheet]

team website: http://solar.colorado.edu
national website: http://www.solardecathlon.org

websites:

• La Sportiva/GoLite Mountain Running Team - my running team!
• Energy Awareness Productions - Non profit
• Galen's Journey Around The World - Travel website
• Third Coast Futons and Interiors - Kalamazoo, MI

graphic design:

• University of Colorado Solar Decathlon Brochure