Thermophysiologically-based microclimate control system
US12377710B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H2001/2265
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of controlling an occupant microclimate environment includes determining a heat balance on an occupant in a microclimate environment based upon a thermal model of the heat transfer effects on the occupant, estimating an overall thermal sensation of the occupant based upon the heat balance, referencing a target overall thermal sensation of the occupant, calculating an error between the estimated overall thermal sensation and the target overall thermal sensation, and controlling at least one thermal effector in at least one zone in the microclimate environment to reduce the error in overall thermal sensation while maintaining all effectors within limits of temperature and flow rate that ensure occupant comfort.
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