Research
The following parties provided a wealth of knowledge that made my thesis possible:
KlingStubbins – Architects, Engineers, Interiors, Planners
In particular, thanks to Ray Doyle, Becky Seitzmeyer, Jeff Brantner, and Mike
Schwarz for their assistance and advice.
Penn State AE Mechanical Faculty
Special thanks: Dr. Jae-Weon Jeong – Fall Semester Thesis Advisor
Dr. William P. Bahnfleth – Spring Semester Thesis Advisor
Air Tectonics
In particular, thanks to Rick Galie for his assistance.
User Note:
Note: While great efforts have been taken to provide accurate and complete information on the pages of CPEP,
please be aware that the information contained herewith is considered a work-in-progress for this thesis project.
Modifications and changes related to the original building designs and construction methodologies for this
senior thesis project are solely the interpretation of David M. Potchak. Changes and discrepancies in no way
imply that the original design contained errors or was flawed. Differing assumptions, code references, requirements,
and methodologies have been incorporated into this thesis project; therefore, investigation results may
vary from the original design.
David M. Potchak