Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings

This new edition of a classic in the field updates and refines the original work, a complete and practical introduction to the design of mechanical and electrical systems in buildings. The authors are widely recognized as leading authorities in the field and have extensive professional and academic experience. Herein is an outstanding combination of the basic concepts underlying design plus a practical approach to handling a wide variety of realistic design situations. Features new to this second edition include: A chapter on noise and vibration in mechanical and electrical systems. This will assist the reader in dealing with this problem through design. A large number of new problems and applications. Incorporation of the latest communication technology as applied to building systems. The chapter on lighting design has been enhanced with added architectural considerations. Chapters on communications, electrical design, and lighting design have been reorganized to provide smoother flow through the material. Many new illustrations to support the presentation.Tao, William K. Y. is the author of 'Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings', published 2001 under ISBN 9780130137111 and ISBN 0130137111.