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This chapter presents the basic information on the definition, the operation and the basic uses of geothermal installations. |
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This chapter includes the theoretical basis and installation instructions for open loop geothermal systems. |
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This chapter presents the main characteristics of closed loop systems, installation instructions and parameters that should be taken into account. |
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This chapter refers to excavation works that should be carried out during the installation of horizontal and conical geothermal systems. It analyses the drilling process in the open loop and closed vertical geothermal systems. |
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This chapter refers to the thermal response test which should be applied to closed vertical geothermal systems. |
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This chapter refers to the heart of geothermal air conditioning systems, i.e. the geothermal heat pumps. |
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This chapter states the procedures that should be followed for cleaning, testing and commissioning. |
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This chapter presents specific applications and proposals that could be applied by a geothermal air conditioning system. |