The OptiNet system continuously collects an array of building indoor environmental data. Air samples are gathered from individual spaces and at the air handler level and routed through the OptiNet network to the Sensor Suite for analysis. The sampled data is then transmitted to the web based Aircuity Knowledge Center for archiving, review, and graph generation. Additionally, the data is communicated to the facility's Building Management System for control of the facility's ventilation systems to reduce energy costs while improving indoor environmental quality.
The Sensor Suite (SST) is built on a scalable architecture to accept a variety of sensors for multipoint sampling of a host of indoor environmental parameters. The sensor suite affords distributed, multiplexed based sensing of the monitored areas by automating the collection of real time, area specific data received from Air Data Routers. A shared sensor platform minimizes calibration and maintenance costs while maximizing potential energy savings.
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Located within a Sensor Suite, Sensor Suite Sensors (SEN) evaluate an array of environmental conditions using a shared sensor architecture. Each sensor is designed for optimal performance based upon a specific control or monitoring application. A range of sensors are available to measure: -carbon dioxide (CO2) -carbon monoxide (CO) -dewpoint temperature -total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs) -airborne particulates
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The Information Management Server (IMS) provides network management of the Sensor Suites; communications to the Aircuity Knowledge Center for a web based user interface and reporting; and for integration to a facility's Building Management System.
The OptiNet® Structured Cable (OSC) is the communications backbone for the OptiNet Facility Monitoring System. The cable is a composite of both traditional LAN based technologies; and a patent pending sampling media named MicroDuct®. An exact blend of carbon nanotubes and a fluoropolymer resin maintain superior particle transport and chemical purity of the air sample.
The Room Sensor (RS) interfaces to the Air Data Router for room level sensing of temperature; and for drawing air samples from the test areas through the patented MicroDuct® communications path. The assembly is flush mounted and can be custom painted to match architectural interiors.
The Duct Probe (DPB) interfaces to the Air Data Router for duct and outside air level sensing of temperature; and for drawing air samples from the test areas through the patented MicroDuct® communications path. Enclosures are selected based on interior and exterior (weather tight) applications.
Air Data Routers (ADR) convey air samples to the Sensor Suite from up to four distinct test areas (sample points) via dedicated Room Sensors and/or Duct Probes and the associated OptiNet Structured Cable. The router multiplexes air samples from the room sensors and probes via onboard solenoid valves that are commanded to open/close through the router; and take direct temperature readings from the same sensors and probes when so equipped. Multiple areas can be monitored from one Air Data Router, and the routers can be networked as part of a larger distributed system.
The High Flow Vacuum Pump (HFP) draws a continuous flow (vacuum) of air through the OptiNet communications backbone for evaluation. The pump interfaces to a Sensor Suite for sequencing of air samples from the Air Data Routers in the space.