Individualized Heat-Tracking System Reduces Energy Waste

Individualized Heat-Tracking System Reduces Energy Waste
Jun-19-14
MIT researchers have developed a motion-tracking heating system that will synchronize a building's climate control as individuals walk by.

The WiFi-based system, called Local Warming, is designed to be mounted on the ceiling, where its panels of infrared bulbs will work with an array of mirrors and motors to project heat directly onto the individuals—instead of needing to heat the entire building.

Although the current prototype system is quite large, the team believes it could be built using much smaller LEDs, which would allow it be integrated into existing ceilings. They are also exploring ways to enable the system to cool as well, and are considering whether to launch a startup to begin commercialization of the project.



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