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Industry
partner
interested in
this project:
Hillers Electrical
Engineering
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Renovation and expansion of transportation
systems require minimization of disruption of
service while incorporating best practices and
cutting-edge technology to minimize energy
consumption. The objective of this project is
to analyze, model and document alternative
designs and technologies that impact the
efficiency of electrical systems used in airports
with the goal of attaining maximum LEED
certification for new airport constructions and
expansions. A case study will focus on the
proposed new International Concourse for
the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International
Airport expansion, projected to have 6 new
gates for international flights. The research of
design alternatives and efficiency maximization
of the electrical systems will include alternative
Design of Airport Electrical Systems
Maria M. Larrondo Petrie, PI
l
Student: Rosana Melendez
technologies such as LED for lighting and
photovoltaic systems for fire alarms, to enable
increased availability of normal, emergency
and life safety power while maintaining service
to the existing terminals.
The design analysis will include eleven major
systems that require power, including control
of lighting, conveyance, temperature, baggage
handling, telecommunications, fire alarms and
other security systems for emergency and life
safety loads. The first phase of the research will
focus on alternative designs for a photovoltaic
system and analysis and verification that the
design meets the systems requirements specified
by the Transportation Security Administration
and the Broward County Aviation Department.
Fort Lauderdale-
Hollywood International
Airport, current aerial view
Proposed Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood
International Airport expansion