Abstract
The exit temperature from the gas cooler is an extremely important parameter affecting the efficiency of the transcritical air-conditioning and heat pump cycle. Interest in carbon dioxide as a refrigerant has recently led to the development and testing of several prototypes, all of cross-flow design. This article employs a simulation model to analyze trade-offs (pressure drop vs. heat transfer) involved in approaching counter-flow configuration through multi-slab configurations. It also presents the first experimental confirmation of the model.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 487-491 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | ASHRAE Transactions |
| Volume | 108 PART 1 |
| State | Published - 2002 |
| Event | 2002 ASHRAE Winter Meeting - Atlantic City, NJ, United States Duration: Jan 13 2002 → Jan 16 2002 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Building and Construction
- Mechanical Engineering