Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Buildings and Environment
Publications

Journal Papers:
- X. Wu, M. Fan, S. Cui, G. Tan*, X. Shen, "Core-shell structured Na2SO4@SiO2 phase change material for high temperature thermal energy storage", Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 2018, Vol. 178, pp 280-288.
- Z. Sun, S. Chen, C.K. Russell, J. Hu, A.H. Rony, G. Tan, A. Chen, L. Duan, J. Boman, J. Tang, T. Chien, M. Fan, W. Xiang, "Improvement of H2-rich gas production with tar abatement from pine wood conversion over bi-functional Ca2Fe2O5 catalyst: investigation of inner-looping redox reaction and promoting mechanisms", Applied Energy, 2018, Vol. 212, pp. 931-943.
- X. Wu, M. Fan, X. Shen, S. Cui, G. Tan*, "Silica aerogels formed from soluble silicates and methyl trimethoxysilane (MTMS) using CO2 gas as a gelation agent", Ceramics International, 2018, Vol. 44(1), pp. 821-829.
- X. Wu, M. Fan, F. Mclaughlin, X. Shen, G. Tan*, "A novel low-cost method of silica aerogel fabrication using fly ash and trona ore with ambient pressure drying technique", Powder Technology, 2018, Vol. 323, pp. 310-322.
- Y. Zhai, Y. Ma, S. N. David, D. Zhao, R. Lou, G. Tan, R. Yang, X. Yin, "Scalable manufactured randomized glass-polymer hybrid metamaterial for daytime raidative cooling", Science 355, 2017, pp1062-1066 .
- H. Hong, D. Zhao, G. Tan*, A. Denzer, "Study of underfloor air distribution using zonal model-based simulation and experimental measurements", Energy and Buildings, 2017, Vol. 152, pp. 96-107.
- K. Zhang, D. Zhao, Y. Zhai, X. Yin, R. Rang, G. Tan*, "Modelling study of the low-pump-power demand constructal T-shaped pipe network for a large scale radiative cooled-cold storage system", Applied Thermal Engineering, 2017, Vol. 127, pp. 1564-1573.
- D. Zhao, C. Martini, S. Jiang, Y. Ma, Y. Zhai, G. Tan, X. Yin, R. Yang, "Development of a single-phase thermosiphon for cold collection and storage of radiative cooling", Applied Energy, 2017, Vol. 205, pp. 1260-1269.
- R. Meyer, G.Tan*, "Investigate real-time detailed airflows for building ventilation using POD-LSE technique", Indoor and Built Environment, April 2016, vol. 25, no. 2, pp. 378-389.
- G. Tan, D. Zhao, "Study of a thermoelectric space cooling system integrated with phase change material", Applied Thermal Engineering, 2015, Vol. 86, pp 187-198.
- D. Zhao, G. Tan*, "Numerical analysis of a shell-and-tube latent heat storage unit with fins for air-conditioning application", Applied Energy, 2015, Vol. 138, pp 381-392.
- R. Meyer, G. Tan*, "Experimental investigation to assumptions used for quantifying airflows through a window under cross natural ventilation", International Journal of Ventilation (2014), Vol. 13(3), pp 259-271.
- R. Meyer, G. Tan*, "An overview of analysis techniques for natural ventilation to investigate dynamic wind effects", International Journal of Ventilation, 2014, Vol. 13 (No. 1), pp 65-76.
- D. Zhao, G. Tan*, "Experimental evaluation of a prototype thermoelectric system integrated with PCM (phase change material) for space cooling", Energy, 2014, Vol. 68, pp 658-666.
- D. Zhao, G. Tan*, "A review of thermoelectric cooling: materials, modeling and applications", Applied Thermal Engineering, 2014, Vol. 66, pp 1359-4311.
- R. Meyer, and G. Tan*, "Provide detailed and real-time indoor environmental information using POD-LSE and limited measurements", Energy and Buildings, 2014, Vol. 73, pp 59-68
- G. Tan*, "Natural ventilation performance of single room building with fluctuating wind speed and thermal mass", Journal of Central South University of Technology, 2012, Vol. 19, pp 733-739.
- J. A. Gardzelewski, G. Tan, Anthony Denzer, "Integration design studio utilizing a multi-disciplinary design team", Journal of Archicreation, 10/2012, No. 161, pp. 30-39.
- C. Walker, G. Tan*, Leon Glicksman, "Reduced-scale building model and numerical investigations to buoyancy-driven natural ventilation", Energy and Buildings, 2011, Vol. 43, pp 2404-2413.
- G. Tan, "Use of a stochastic regression model GARCH for wind fluctuation study", International Journal of Ventilation, 2010, Vol. 9 ( No. 2), pp 177-189.
- G. Tan* and L. R. Glicksman, "Application of integrating the multi-zone model with CFD simulation to natural ventilation prediction", Energy and Buildings, 2005, Vol. 37, pp 1049-1057.
- Lin B., Tan G., Wang P., etc., "Study on the thermal performance of the Chinese traditional vernacular dwellings in summer", Energy and buildings, 2004, Vol. 36, pp 73-79.
- Lin B., Tan G., Wang Peng, etc., "The Summer Thermal Environment Tests for Southern Anhui Traditional Residence Buildings", Journal of Tsinghua University (Science and Technology), Vol. 42(8), pp 1071-1074 (in Chinese).
- Y. Zhu, G. Tan, Q. Wei, "Nature, Urban, and People: Development of Harmony and Perfect Residential Buidlings using Ecological Concepts", Encyclopedic Knowledge (2001), No. 3, pp. 8-9 (in Chinese).
- P. Wang, G. Tan, "Natural Ventilation in Ecology Oriented Architecture�", World Architecture, 2000, No. 4, pp 62-68 (in Chinese).
Conference Papers:
- Y. Zhai, Y. Ma, S. David, D. Zhao, R. Lou, C. Wu, G. Tan, R. Yang, X. Yin, "Large-scale day-time radiative cooling metafilm", Laser Science, JW3A. 115, September 2017.
- K. Ng, R. Poudel, W. Kyle, G. Tan, R. Podgorney, "A laboratory experimental study of enhanced geothermal systems", the 51st US Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium (ARMA 2017), San Francisco, California, USA, June 25-28, 2017.
- Y. Zhai, Y. Ma, S. David, D. Zhao, R. Lou, C. Wu, G. Tan, R. Yang, X. Yin, "Large Scale Random Metamaterial for Effective Day-time Radiative Cooling", CLEO: QELS Fundamental Science, JTh5B. 5. May, 2017
- X. Huang, X. Wang, Q. Cao, B. Xu, H. Adidharma, G. Tan, K. Gasem, T. He, M. Fan, "Enhanced near-zero-CO2-emission chemicals-oriented oil production from coal and natural gas with chemical looping based CO2 recycling", Division of Energy & Fuels (2016), Vol. 61, pp. 111-112.
- G. Tan, H. Fang, and D. Zhao, "Study of underfloor air distribution (UFAD) using zonal model-based simulation and experimental measurements", Proceedings of IAQVEC 2016, Seoul, South Korea, October 23-26, 2016.
- R. Meyer, G. Tan, "Apply energy simulation to advanced energy audit to evaluate a library building�s retrofit", Proceedings of ISHVAC-COBEE 2015, Tianjin, China, July 12-15, 2015.
- G. Tan, D. Zhao, "Phase change material (PCM) integrated thermoelectric cooling system for space cooling purpose", 2014 Conference on Heat Energy (HE 2014), Wuhan, China, September 12-14, 2014
- M. Soltaniehha, J. A. Garzelewski, and G. Tan, "Passivhaus and net zero residential designs in a cold climate: a simulation based design process for the next generation of green homes"�, Proceedings of IBPSA-USA SimBuild 2012 conference, Madison, WI, August 1-3, 2012.
- J. Gardzelewski, A. Denzer, G. Tan, M. Soltaniehha, "Net zero residential: feasibility and microclimate responsive design for a cold climate”, Proceedings of ASES 2012 conference (the World Renewable Energy Forum), Denver, CO, May 13-17, 2012.
- J. A. Gardzelewski, G. Tan, "Integrated design in academic settings for energy efficient renovations of existing buildings"�, Proceedings of AEI 2011 Architectural Engineering Conference, Oakland, CA, Mar. 30-Apr. 2, 2011.
- J. A. Gardzelewski, G. Tan, A. Denzer, "ntegrated design studio utilizing a multi-disciplinary design team"�, Proceedings of BIM-related Academic Workshop, Washington DC, Dec. 7-9, 2010.
- G. Tan, K. S. Venerable, "CFD simulation enhances a data center's expansion process"�, Proceedings of the 4th National Conference of IBPSA-USA (SimBuild 2010), Aug. 11-13, New York, NY.
- G. Tan, S. Gogte, D. Gowans, and C. Gregoire, "Application of Risk Analysis to Evaluating M&V Requirement for Energy Efficiency Program"�, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference for Enhanced Building Operations (ICEBO), Nov. 1-2, 2007, San Francisco, California.
- G. Tan, L. R. Glicksman, "Applications of the Integrated Multi-zone Model and CFD Simulation in Buoyancy Ventilation"�, Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Air Distribution in Rooms (ROOMVENT2004), Coimbra, Portugal, September 5-8, 2004.
- G. Tan and L. R. Glicksman, "CFD Simulation on Buoyancy-Driven Natural Ventilation of A Room with A Heated Floor"�, Proceedings of the 4th International Symposium on HVAC (ISHVAC03), Beijing, China, October 9-11, 2003.
- G. Tan, L. Song and Y. Zhu, "Research on the Fluctuating Characteristics of Airflow in the Naturally Ventilated Buildings"�, Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Indoor Air Quality and Climate (IndoorAir2002), Monterey, California, USA, June 30-July 5, 2002.
- G. Tan, Y. Zhu, X. Li, "Some Problems on Net Method for Natural Ventilation Prediction"�, Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on HVAC (ISHVAC99), Shenzhen, China, November 17-19, 1999.
- G. Tan, H. Zuo,X. Li, etc. "Theoretical Analysis and Experiment of Air Infiltration of a Natural Ventilated Building"�, Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on HVAC (ISHVAC99), Shenzhen, China, November 17-19, 1999.
- X. Li, G. Tan, Y. Zhu, "Prediction of the Airflow in Multi-zone Buildings with Natural Ventilation"�, Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on HVAC (ISHVAC99), Shenzhen, China, November 17-19, 1999.
- G. Tan, Y. Zhu, "Experiment and Simulation for Natural ventilation driven by Heat"�, Proceedings of China's Symposium on HVAC&R in 2000, China's Construction Industry Publication, October, 2000 (in Chinese).
- G. Tan, Q. Wei, Y. Zhu, Y. Jiang, "Ecology Environment of Residential District"�, Proceedings of China's Symposium on HVAC&R in 2000, China's Construction Industry Publication, October, 2000 (in Chinese).
- G. Tan, H. Zuo, X. Li, "The Theoretical Analysis and Experimental Measurements of Natural Ventilation"�, Proceedings of China's Symposium on HVAC&R in 1998, China's Construction Industry Publication, October, 1998 (in Chinese).
- X. Li, G. Tan, Y. Zhu, "Methodology Study for Natural Ventilation Design (1)"�, Proceedings of China's Symposium on HVAC&R in 1998, China's Construction Industry Publication, October, 1998 (in Chinese).
- X. Li, G. Tan, Y. Zhu, "Methodology Study for Natural Ventilation Design (2)"�, Proceedings of China's Symposium on HVAC&R in 1998, China's Construction Industry Publication, October, 1998 (in Chinese).