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Compressor capacity control system and method

US6367272B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2000
Grant dateApr 9, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF25B2700/2104
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and system for manipulating the air temperature within an interior compartment of a vehicle, the apparatus and system includes a HVAC system and an operating system. A compressor receives and circulates a gas through a heat exchanger in order to regulate the air within the vehicle. The compressor has a capacity control valve that is manipulated by the control system in response to a user setting.

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