# Ventilation Fan Sizing AI Agent Connect

> Calculates ventilation fan requirements and inlet needs for livestock buildings.

## Overview
- **Category:** agriculture
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_2um1Sn2emFiOGFtwPSMr6J8dZTN26WZmtjBADlBr/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** ventilation, cfm, asabe, livestock, fan-sizing

## Description

This MCP server provides specialized engineering calculations for livestock ventilation systems. It uses ASABE standards to determine total airflow requirements based on animal species and count. Users can determine the optimal number and size of fans using `calculate_fan_configuration`, calculate necessary inlet areas with `estimate_inlet_requirements` to prevent drafts, and create progressive operation sequences with `generate_fan_staging_schedule`. It ensures precise control over building environments for swine, poultry, and cattle.

## Tools

### get_total_ventilation_requirement
Determines the total cubic feet per minute (CFM) needed for the building

### calculate_fan_configuration
Determines the number and specific sizes of fans required to meet the ventilation target

### estimate_inlet_requirements
Calculates the necessary inlet area to prevent excessive air velocity

### generate_fan_staging_schedule
Creates a sequence for turning fans on and off to maintain precise airflow control

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What is the total ventilation requirement for 500 swine?
```

**Response:** 
```
The total ventilation requirement for 500 swine is 25,000 CFM based on standard ASABE rates.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Calculate the fan configuration for 15,000 CFM at 0.1 inches of static pressure using these fans: [{"size": "36in", "capacity": 5000}, {"size": "48in", "capacity": 10000}]
```

**Response:** 
```
To meet 15,000 CFM, you should install one 48-inch fan and two 36-inch fans, providing a total capacity of 20,000 CFM.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Generate a 3-stage staging schedule for 3 selected fans.
```

**Response:** 
```
Stage 1: 1 fan running (5,000 CFM). Stage 2: 2 fans running (10,000 CFM). Stage 3: 3 fans running (15,000 CFM).
```

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How does this tool determine the required airflow?**
The `get_total_ventilation_requirement` tool calculates the total CFM by applying ASABE standard ventilation rates to the specific animal type and count provided.

**Can I customize the ventilation rate?**
Yes, when using `get_total_ventilation_requirement`, you can provide a custom minimum ventilation rate to override the standard ASABE values.

**How do I prevent high air velocity at the inlets?**
You can use `estimate_inlet_requirements` to calculate the necessary inlet area required to keep air velocity below your specified maximum limit.