We'll discuss the refrigeration cycle using the cycle diagram below. Component #1 is the compressor. It takes refrigerant vapor in from the low pressure side of the circuit, and discharges it at a ...

This is another in a series of columns addressing advanced basics in the understanding of the refrigeration cycle. In this column and the next (on July 4), we look at components. This column will deal ...

Cascade refrigeration systems represent a critical advancement in thermal management, particularly in applications requiring ultra‐low temperatures. These systems employ multiple refrigeration cycles ...

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Figure 1. Schematic diagram of the refrigeration cycle based on barocaloric effects. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by ...