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Estimating operating parameters of vapor compression cycle equipment

US6701725B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2002
Grant dateMar 9, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF25B2700/21172
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A process for estimating the capacity and the coefficient of performance by taking common measurements and using compressor manufacturer's performance data is presented. A process for determining a capacity index and an efficiency index for a vapor compression cycle relative to desired operating conditions.

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