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Method and apparatus for controlling beats and minimizing pulsation effects in multiple compressor installations

US6018957A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 1998
Grant dateFeb 1, 2000
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B30/70
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a refrigeration or air conditioning system employing two positive displacement compressors, one compressor has its speed controlled to exactly match the speed of the other compressor whereby beats between pressure pulsations, structural vibrations and radiated sound are minimized.

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