Geothermal Simulator
In heating mode, heat is extracted
from the fluid in the earth connection by the geothermal heat
pump and distributed to the home or building -- typically through
a system of air ducts. Cooler air from the building is returned
to the geothermal heat pump, where it cools the fluid flowing
to the earth connection. The fluid is then re-warmed as it flows
through the earth connection.
In cooling mode, the process
is reversed. The relatively cool fluid from the earth connection
absorbs heat from the building and transfers it to the ground.
Try operating your own geothermal
system, for free! This simulator illustrates the geothermal loops
operating in summer and winter. Temperatures shown are typical
for Maryland.
NOTE:
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