Vrushank Mistry

BAS Field Engineer at Air Systems
📚 BAS Field Engineer | San Jose, California, United States
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👤 About

Skills & Expertise

Building automations HVAC Controls DDC Controls Commissioning Energy Efficiency Green Buildings LEED

Research Interests

Building Automation Energy Efficiency HVAC Controls DDC Controls

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💼 Experience

BAS Field Engineer

Air Systems · September 2021 - Present

Controls Project Engineer

ABM Systems · August 2016 - September 2021

🎓 Education

The City University of New York (CUNY)

Masters of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering · 2017

Gujarat Technological University (GTU)

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering · 2015

🚀 Projects

Geothermal Energy in Building Automation: An Exploration of Ground Source Heat Pumps and Heat Exchangers
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Ground source heat pumps are not entirely new; they have been in use for several decades. However, their adoption rate has been influenced by various factors like initial installation cost, lack of awareness, and geographical conditions. Despite these challenges, interest in GSHPs has been on the rise, especially in regions with favorable conditions and in areas where energy prices and environmental concerns make them a viable option. In recent years, with the growing emphasis on sustainable building practices and renewable energy utilization, GSHPs have witnessed increased adoption in various parts of the world. They're especially popular for buildings aiming for green certifications, such as LEED. Introduced in the late 20th century, Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs), often known by names like GeoExchange or earth-coupled mechanisms, leverage the Earth's steady subterranean temperature as their primary medium for thermal exchange. Unlike the fluctuating air temperatures that various regions experience, from intense summer heat to freezing winter cold, the Earth's underground temperature remains stable, typically ranging between 45°F (7°C) and 75°F (21°C). This underground environment, reminiscent of a cave, is naturally warmer than the winter air and cooler than the summer air. GSHPs utilize this temperature disparity, exchanging heat with the Earth via a dedicated ground heat exchanger, enhancing their operational efficiency. GSHPs, like their counterparts, can heat, cool, and when equipped, provide homes with hot water. Advanced geothermal models come with dual-speed compressors and adjustable fans, ensuring optimal comfort and energy conservation. When compared to air-source heat pumps, GSHPs offer advantages: they operate more silently, boast longer lifespans, require minimal upkeep, and their efficiency is not compromised by external air temperatures.

🎤 Conferences & Seminars (1)

We Make Buildings Better; Improving building efficiency and sustainability
Smart Building Magazine · San Jose, California, Country · March 2024
Energy efficiency and occupant comfort are top priorities in almost every built environment. Count on us for HVAC controls to keep your systems running at peak performance while ensuring precise management of temperature, humidity and indoor air quality (IAQ).

🏅 Certificates & Licenses (1)

Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute · Issued on May 2023
PMP Certificate.

🏆 Awards & Achievements (2)

🏆 Global Recognition Award
Awarded by: GLOBAL RECOGNITION AWARDs || Year: 2024
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🏆 International Best Researcher Awards in Building Automation Systems
Awarded by: ISSN Awards || Year: 2024
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Professional Memberships (3)

Member: Associate || Join dt: 2024 - Present
Country: United States
IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Member: Associate || Join dt: 2024 - Present
Country: United States
ASHRAE
Member: Associate || Join dt: 2024 - Present
Country: United States

✉️ Invited Position (1)

Member/Reviewer
Organization Name: ASHRAE || Country: United States
From 2024 - Present

📖 Role in Research Journals (1)

Journal: International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology || Publisher Name: Unit of ESRSA Publications Pvt Ltd
IJERT

📚 Publications (6)

Journal: Journal of Civil Engineering Research & Technology • October 2020
Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integration with HVAC Automation. This research paper delves into the intricate integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) with Heating, Ventilation, and A...
Journal: Journal of Artificial Intelligence & Cloud Computing • November 2023
In response to the growing emphasis on healthier indoor environments and sustainable building practices, this research delves into the intricate relationship between building automation and key facet...
Journal: Journal of Biosensors and Bioelectronics Research • July 2023
This comprehensive research paper investigates the paradigm shift in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems propelled by the transformative integration of the Internet of T...
Journal: • January 2018
Ground source heat pumps are not entirely new; they have been in use for several decades. However, their adoption rate has been influenced by various factors like initial installation cost, lack of a...
Journal: Journal of Biosensors and Bioelectronics Research • February 2023
This research delves into the imperative realm of enhancing energy efficiency within Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems by harnessing the capabilities of building automation. W...
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