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Apparatus and method for controlling operation of reciprocating compressor

US7665972B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 2004
Grant dateFeb 23, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 13, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04B2203/0402
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and a method for controlling an operation of a reciprocating compressor which can improve operational efficiency of the reciprocating compressor are provided. The apparatus for controlling the operation of the reciprocating compressor includes a resonance frequency operation unit for calculating a mechanical resonance frequency of the reciprocating compressor, an operating frequency reference value generation unit for comparing the calculated mechanical resonance frequency with a current operating frequency of the reciprocating compressor, and generating an operating frequency reference value according to the comparison result, and a controller for controlling a motor of the reciprocating compressor according to the generated operating frequency reference value.

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