13. Applications and implications

Propose a final project that integrates the range of units covered.

Hydronic Radiant Floor Heating System

Define the scope of a project

• Develop a project plan (TBD) Have you answered these questions?
• what will it do? The hydronic heating system will heat a room from the floor with radiant heat.
• who has done what beforehand? (TBD)
• what materials and components will be required?
  • Pex tubing
  • Controls (thermostat, aquastat, power)
  • Water Pump
  • Pipe fittings
  • Water heater
  • sand
  • Floor components
• where will they come from? All components excepting the controls and floor components will be purchasing from local hardware stores. The controls and floor components will be fabricated.

• how much will it cost? (TBD)

• what parts and systems will be made? Controls and floor components

• what processes will be used? Electronics design, electronics production, embedded programming, computer-controlled cutting, input device, output device what tasks need to be completed? (TBD) what other questions need to be answered? (TBD) what is the schedule? (TBD) how will it be evaluated? (TBD)