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Optimization of adsorption isotherm taxonomy for open-cycle desiccant air-conditioning applications.
Carnot analysis of heat pump drying: ideal efficiency and dry time.
Computer modelling of an open cycle CO2 transport refrigeration system.
Integration of an adsorption chiller in an open cycle desiccant assisted air conditioning system.
Detailed thermal model of open-drive single-screw expanders for ORC applications.
Thermodynamic investigation of asynchronous open inverse air cycle integrated with compressed air energy storage.
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Design and Analysis of Novel CO2 Conditioning Process in Ship-Based CCS.
Thermodynamic and economic analyses of zero-emission open loop offshore regasification systems integrating ORC with zeotropic mixtures and LNG open power cycle.
Theoretical investigation of high-temperature heat pump cycles for steam generation.
Simulation investigation on a novel open-loop air cycle heat pump drying system.
Simulation and optimisation of opened sewage concentration air cycle combined with the heat pump under actual weather conditions.
Performance analysis of an open cycled AHP for recovery waste heat from sludge drying exhaust air.
Open-cycle absorption and desiccant technology.
REVIEW OF OPEN-CYCLE DESICCANT AIR-CONDITIONING CONCEPTS AND SYSTEMS.
Off-design operating characteristics of an open-cycle air refrigeration system.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Ultra-low temperature systems ready for COVID-19 vaccine storage
Mirai Intex, corporate member of the IIR, is positioning its ultra-low-temperature (ULT) systems to serve as the refrigeration technology for the storage of COVID-19 vaccines and the freeze-drying of the...
Caloric cooling: state of the art and perspectives
A recent IJR article reviews the most significant results obtained over the past ten years in the field of magnetocaloric cooling and more recently in the field of electrocaloric, elastocaloric and barocaloric cooling. It also presents the...
MIRAI Intex, new corporate member of the IIR!
Presentation of MIRAI Intex and its flagship product: MIRAI COLD 15.
Liquid nitrogen spray to clean spacesuits
Researchers from Washington State University developed a liquid nitrogen spray to remove moon dust from a space suit, potentially solving what is a significant challenge for future...
India: The challenges of life-cycle refrigerant management
In May 2023, the CEEW published a study examining the current status of refrigerant recovery, recycling, reuse, and destruction in India.
A new non-flammable mixture to boost the performance of CO2 systems
In a recent IJR article, researchers propose combining R744 with Dimethyl-ether (DME) to boost system performance while ensuring safety and low environmental impact, in a recent IJR...
Energy saving initiatives for cooling in data centres
In January 2021, Europe’s leading cloud and data centre operators signed the Climate Neutral Data Centre Pact, a self-regulatory initiative to become climate neutral by 2030. According to recent studies, free...
Road to COP28. Energy efficiency and recovery of refrigerants
“Sustainability must refer to energy efficiency and circularity”, says Dr Laura Fedele, IIR expert.
Applications of Artificial Intelligence to refrigeration systems
AI techniques, which are currently very topical, are the subject of intense research and development. Overview of their applications and benefits in the refrigeration sector, based on the latest articles...
Converting waste heat into cooling
A prototype that has succeeded in converting waste heat into cooling capacity could lead to new solutions to harness excess energy produced by systems.
World Cup stadium cooling technology and CO2 emissions
The FIFA World Cup stadiums in Qatar combine passive cooling strategies with innovative air-conditioning technology to offer fans and players a more comfortable...
Solar cooling: overview of the most promising alternatives
A paper by C. Infante-Ferreira and D.S. Kim, published in the March 2014 special issue of the International Journal of Refrigeration, gives an overview of the most promising alternatives and ranks options according to required investment for...
IIR Rankine Conference 2020: Which alternative working fluids for ORC systems?
HFOs (hydrofluoroolefins), HCFOs (hydrochlorofluoroolefins) and hydrocarbons were the main alternatives to HFC245fa presented during the IIR Rankine Conference 2020.
Market assessment and financial schemes for sustainable cooling in Ghana and Senegal
In partnership with the UNEP’s “United for Efficiency”, Ghana and Senegal have implemented financing schemes to replace obsolete ACs and refrigerators, as part of the ECOWAS Refrigerators and Air Conditioners...
R1234yf as a working fluid in Organic Rankine Cycle systems
A recent review article presented the use of HFO R1234yf and its mixtures in Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems, namely in applications for waste heat recovery from internal...
IIR news
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Technical visit to the Tokyo fish market (in French)
During the ICCC conference last June, participants were offered technical visits, including a tour of the Tokyo Fish Market. Alain Le Bail, President of the IIR Commission C2, chose to visit it. Discover his...
Member news: Mirai Intex ultra-low temperature refrigeration system at the ACHEMA trade show in Germany
Mirai Intex, corporate member of the IIR, will present its MC 15 C/W/T closed-cycle refrigeration machine at the ACHEMA trade show in August 2022 in Germany.
Experience the unforgettable in Japan at ICR2015: It’s not just about refrigeration, it’s also about fun!
ICR2015: Discover the plenary speakers, technical tours, and popular tours and activities
Focus on Commission B1 : Leading the way in thermodynamics and transfer processes
The objectives of Commission B1 on Thermodynamics and Transfer Processes are to provide academic and industrial information and data, and to propose any solutions on thermodynamics and transfer processes.
New president of IIR Commission C2 on food science and engineering
The IIR is proud to announce the appointment of Judith Evans, Professor at London South Bank University, as the new president of IIR Commission C2 on food science and engineering.
Past events: The IIR around the world, August and September 2024
A look back at the IIR’s latest events during conferences (Gustav Lorentzen, Thermag, Compressors) and during sponsored vents (CHPC).
Discover the winners of the IIR Student Competition
On the occasion of ICR2015, the IIR is sponsoring the first ever undergraduate student project competition entitled "ICR2015 Refrigeration for the Sustainable Cold Chain and Food Safety" (RSCC&FS).
Highlights from COP13/MOP36 – Day 4
Today, at COP13/MOP36 in Bangkok, high-level discussions continued as delegates, scientists, and policy leaders gathered with renewed urgency to protect the ozone layer and address climate...
Highlights from COP13/MOP36 – Day 3
The IIR concluded another successful side event on natural refrigerants at COP13/MOP36. Today's session brought together a diverse group of government representatives, industry leaders, and environmental experts...
ICR2015: A stimulating environment for dynamic exchanges
With a focus on improving standards and the quality of life of many worldwide, as well as emphasising the importance of preserving the earth through the advancement of refrigeration applications and technology, ICR2015 is expected to attract a...
The Cold Chain: A logistical challenge at the heart of the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine
Gérald Cavalier - President of the Science and Technology Council of the International Institute of Refrigeration, President of the French Association of Refrigeration, President of the Cemafroid...
Heat pumps, the central theme of the recent IIR Congress
An overview of the research carried out in the field of heat pumps, with the aim of achieving greater flexibility and increased energy efficiency, in particular through to the use of thermal energy...
LNG fundamentals explained in the Encyclopedia of refrigeration
The latest entry in the IIR’s online Encyclopedia of refrigeration is a thematic file presenting LNG production processes, and cold energy recovery applications.
CryoHub: EU project CryoHub is inviting cold chain companies to become ‘CryoHub Champions’
The CryoHub innovation project investigates and extends the potential of large-scale Cryogenic Energy Storage (CES) and applies the stored energy for both cooling and power generation.
Call for abstracts launched for Thermag Conference 2020
Hosted by the University of Maryland (US), Thermag IX 2020 will offer key opportunities for academics and industry to develop research collaborations fostered by a dynamic technical conference programme.
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...
Cryogenics in the pharmaceutical industry: drug design and bioavailability improvement
Research activities in the pharmaceutical sector focus primarily on developing novel drug formulations which can elicit the desired response upon being administered to the patient...
