// FIELD NOTES
Notes from the field
Practical writeups on engineering, planning, and technology — by Kyle Benesh, PE.
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Reflections: The Importance of Problem Definition
How 18 months documenting a century of MEP systems in the New York Public Library shaped the problem-definition methodology Benesh Engineering is built on.
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Maximizing Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings
Practical strategies for cutting commercial building energy use: HVAC optimization, advanced control algorithms, lighting controls, BAS, and renewables.
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Planning Your First Buildout: Essential Tips for Business Owners
Plan your first commercial buildout: budgeting, site selection, space planning, permits, and choosing the right architect and real estate agent.
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The Importance of Regearing with Increasing Tire Size on a Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Why bigger tires on a 4WD demand regearing: how tire size changes your final drive ratio, plus a step-by-step method to calculate the right gear ratio.
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Discovering the Future of Maintenance: AI Vibration Sensors on Rotating Equipment
AI-powered vibration sensors catch bearing and alignment faults weeks before failure — how continuous monitoring is changing rotating equipment maintenance.
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Troubleshooting Chilled Water Systems: Harnessing Affordable Data Collection and Output Systems
Affordable sensors, data acquisition, and analytics make troubleshooting chilled water systems easier than ever — what to collect and how to use it.
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Why You Want a Generalist Engineer: Unraveling the Myth of Specialist Superiority
Why a generalist engineer often beats a team of specialists: holistic problem solving, adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and interdisciplinary integration.