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carpet plot

(Mathematics) maths the graphed values of a function of more than one variable, read from an ordinate at points located by the intersection of curves of constant values of each of the variables

[C20: from the shape of the graph, thought to resemble a flying carpet]

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Should all these data is available, it can be presented and analyzed in a carpet plot as presented in Figure 2 for daily basis.

The Figure 3a shows the energy balance carpet plot for an Engineering Center building, in the month of February.

Figure 4b is the integrated whole building [E.sub.BL] carpet plot after correction was made.

Use of first law energy balance as a screening tool for building energy data: part II - experiences of its implementation as a data quality control tool

Learning features include chapter exercises, numerous b&w diagrams and illustrations (including 12 carpet plots), and 10 pages of reference appendices.