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Ideal for illustrating concepts covered in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics control courses. The HVAC Trainer teaches students how to design a control system that regulates temperature in a chamber using the NI ELVIS workstation and LabVIEW™ interface.
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Real-Life Applications
• Heating ventilation and air conditioning system (e.g room climate control)
• Incubators
• Aquarium
• Surge tank
• Bioreactors
Key Attributes
• Transparent chamber
• Durable fan
• 12V halogen lamp as the heat source
• Integrated electronic temperature sensor
• Built-in power amplifier
• Plug-and-play design facilitates quick and easy lab setup
• Compact and easy to store
• Protective cover to shield the circuitry
Included Curriculum
• Temperature control
• Relay / on-off control design
• System modeling
• Parameter identification
• Model validation
• PI control design
Technical Specifications
Heater maximum power 20 W
Temperature Sensor
calibration 20 deg C/V
Blower airflow 0.81 m3/min
Chamber inside cross
section area 15.9 cm2
Additional Resources
To learn more about Quanser Trainers for Controls, see NI ELVIS II and Quanser for Controls and Mechatronics.
For information on purchasing Quanser QNETs, view the QNET Product Page.
For additional resources including curriculum, manuals, VIs, and FAQ, view the NI ELVIS II for Mechatronics and Controls Resources Page.
To view the National Instruments Academic Controls and Mechatronics homepage, visit ni.com/academic/controls.
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