Simplified adsorption heat pump using passive heat recuperation
US5442931A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 2, 1994 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2014 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02B30/00
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A heat pump system utilizing a simplified configuration having a single adsorbent reactor structure is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, a carbon-ammonia adsorbent-reactant combination is employed. Heating and cooling of the reactor is accomplished directly by heating and cooling of the ammonia.
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