Manoel L Gonzalez

US Patent:

20020094773, Jul 18, 2002

Filed:

Jan 16, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/761145

Inventors:

Thomas Howard - Raleigh NC, US
Manoel Gonzalez - Raleigh NC, US
J. Place - Raleigh NC, US

International Classification:

F24F007/00
F24F013/06
F24F013/08

US Classification:

454/306000

Abstract:

An energy efficient air distribution system placed within the conditioned space of a building comprising a duct having an interior volume for conducting air. One of the exterior surfaces may have an ornamental design providing the impression the device is actually cornice molding. At least one recess is positioned along the exterior surface of the duct, such that it is obscured from view by a viewer standing within an occupancy zone of a room. An outlet is positioned within the recess for directing a flow of air from the duct interior volume through the exterior surface. The duct serves a function of conducting air throughout the room, and also has an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Junction boxes may be placed within the conditioned space for connecting the ducts. Junction boxes may further include an ornamental exterior for a pleasing aesthetic appearance. Air flow controlling and conditioning mechanisms may be positioned within one or more of the junction boxes for affecting the flow of conditioned air through the network.