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Theoretical evaluation of the optimal performance of a thermoacoustic refrigerator.

Author(s) : MINNER B. L., BRAUN J. E., MONGEAU L. G.

Summary

The system model was validated using experimental results for a well-documented prototype. The optimization tool was then applied to this prototype to demonstrate the benefits of systematic optimization. A twofold increase in performance was predicted through the variation of component dimensions alone, while a threefold improvement was estimated when the working fluid parameters were also considered. Devices with a similar configuration were optimized for operating requirements representative of a home refrigerator. The results indicate that the COP are comparable to those of existing vapour-compression equipment for this application.

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  • Original title: Theoretical evaluation of the optimal performance of a thermoacoustic refrigerator.
  • Record ID : 1998-1645
  • Languages: English
  • Source: ASHRAE Transactions.
  • Publication date: 1997
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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