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Search for the magnetocaloric effect in multiferroics oxides.

• Author(s) : BALLI M., MATTE D., JANDL S., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/09/07
• Languages : English
• Source: 6^th International Conference on Magnetic Refrigeration at Room Temperature (Thermag VI). Proceedings: Victoria, Canada, September 7-10, 2014.
• Formats : PDF

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High-temperature oxidation and a comprehensive kinetic mechanism of HFO-1234yf.

• Author(s) : ZHAI R., TAN S., ZHUANG Y., YE B., SHI Y.
• Publication date: 2023/10
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 154
• Formats : PDF

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Assessment of near Pr₂/3Sr_1/3MnO₃ oxide in magnetic cooling.

• Author(s) : CHDIL O., BALLI M., RANGO P. de, EL MAALAM K., EL BOUKILI A., MOUNKACHI O.
• Publication date: 2022/01
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 133
• Formats : PDF

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Research on oxidation decomposition mechanism of fluoroethane.

• Author(s) : FENG B., ZHAO G., YANG Z., WANG D., MA S.
• Publication date: 2023/04
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 148
• Formats : PDF

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Containerless nucleation behavior and supercooling degree of acoustically levitated graphene oxide nanofluid PCM.

• Author(s) : LIU Y., SU C., HU P., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/12
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 60
• Formats : PDF

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Field-test performance of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) for residential cogeneration applications.

• Author(s) : PAULUS N, LEMORT V.
• Publication date: 2022
• Languages : English
• Source: 2022 Purdue Conferences. 7^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

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Fluid dynamical approaches for designing advanced cathode of solid oxide fuel cells.

• Author(s) : CHOI M., LEE J., LEE W.
• Publication date: 2017/04/23
• Languages : English
• Source: 5^th IIR Conference on Thermophysical Properties and Transfer Processes of Refrigerants.
• Formats : PDF

Effect of nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) essential oil on the oxidative and microbial stability of cooked sausage during refrigerated storage.

• Author(s) : ŠOJIC B., TOMOVIC V., KOCIC-TANACKOV S., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/08
• Languages : English
• Source: Food Control The International Journal of HACCP and Food Safety - vol. 54

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Fuel reaction on Pt-Ru heterogeneous catalysts in operation of direct alcohol solid oxide fuel cells.

• Author(s) : JEONG H. J., KIM J. W., BAE K., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/04/23
• Languages : English
• Source: 5^th IIR Conference on Thermophysical Properties and Transfer Processes of Refrigerants.
• Formats : PDF

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A ReaxFF-based molecular dynamics study of the oxidation decomposition mechanism of HFO-1336mzz(Z).

• Author(s) : HUO E., LIU C., XU X., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/09
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 93
• Formats : PDF

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The factors influencing the flavor characteristics of frozen obscure pufferfish (Takifugu Obscurus) during storage: Ice crystals, endogenous proteolysis and oxidation.

• Author(s) : YU D., JING D., YANG F., GAO P., JIANG Q., XU Y., YU P., XIA W.
• Publication date: 2021/02
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 122
• Formats : PDF

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Absorption cooling for data centers powered by solid oxide fuel cell waste heat.

• Author(s) : LAVERNIA A. C., ASGHARI M., MASTROPASQUA L., BROUWER J.
• Publication date: 2021/05
• Languages : English
• Source: 2021 Purdue Conferences. 18^th International Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

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Enhancement of pool boiling characteristics by an addition of nano Aluminum oxide to R-141b over a rough horizontal steel circular heater.

• Author(s) : EID E. I., KHALAF-ALLAH R. A., TOLAN M.
• Publication date: 2019/02
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 98
• Formats : PDF

Predicting the Oxidative Degradation of Raw Beef Meat during Cold Storage Using Numerical Simulations and Sensors—Prospects for Meat and Fish Foods.

• Author(s) : KONDJOYAN A., SICARD J., CUCCI P., AUDONNET F., ELHAYEL H., LEBERT A., SCISLOWSKI V.
• Publication date: 2022/04
• Languages : English
• Source: Foods - 11 - 8
• Formats : PDF

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Experimental investigation on thermo-physical properties of metal oxide composite nanolubricants.

• Author(s) : ZAWAWI N. N. M., AZMI W. H., REDHWAN A. A. M., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/05
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 89
• Formats : PDF

Comparison of oxygen liquefaction methods for use on the surface of Mars

An article published in Cryogenics reviews the various methods by which oxygen (used with methane as a propellant for ascent from the planet's surface) could be liquefied and stored on the surface of Mars.

• Publication date : 2018/04/19

Carbon dioxide snow to clean spatial telescope

An interesting method to keep the Webb Space Telescope mirror, seven times larger than Hubble, spotless.

• Publication date : 2015/11/02

“eCO2”, a new high specification carbon dioxide refrigerant

Refrigerant, branded ‘eCO2’, offers sustainable sourcing and lower moisture content than current offerings, distributor claims.

• Publication date : 2014/07/09

Impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on the refrigeration sector

Various domains of the refrigeration sector are impacted by the current epidemic. Overview of some of these impacts.

• Publication date : 2020/05/26
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Spacewalkers replace the cooling pumps of the ISS cosmic particle detector

Two astronauts just finished successfully repairing the cooling pumps of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer fitted to the International Space Station.

• Publication date : 2020/02/06

Radiative cooling coatings that can adapt to the seasons

A novel material can be used as a coating on building’s rooftops or windows to provide radiative cooling in the summer without overcooling in the colder months. 

• Publication date : 2022/01/28
• Subjects: Technology

Radiative cooling: smart materials to switch from heating to cooling

Researchers have developed a radiative thermal management device, composed of several layers of reflective/absorbent materials, capable of switching between heating and cooling...

• Publication date : 2022/09/28
• Subjects: Technology

Inauguration of the largest LNG-powered cruise ship 

In November 2022, MSC Cruises held a naming ceremony for MSC World Europa, the world’s largest LNG-powered cruise ship and one of the first to incorporate fuel cell...

• Publication date : 2022/12/15
• Subjects: Technology

Growing popularity of LNG as a fuel in maritime and land transport

Less than 1% of the world fleet is LNG-powered, but this figure is expected to grow at least fivefold over the coming years. Recent figures suggest that the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a fuel for...

• Publication date : 2021/01/26

Reducing the environmental impact of ultra-low temperature refrigeration systems

Ultra-low temperature (ULT) refrigeration systems often use very high-GWP HFCs. Yet, ULT systems are excluded from the scope of the regulations aimed at phasing-down HFCs. An IJR paper reviews the most promising...

• Publication date : 2020/04/05
• Subjects: Environment, HFCs alternatives

IIR GL2020 conference: Range of CO2 applications

Almost half of the presentations at the IIR Gustav Lorentzen conference in Kyoto focused on CO2, in commercial refrigeration systems but also in many other applications. Overview of these...

• Publication date : 2021/01/26
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives

Liquefied Natural Gas for trucks is coming to France.

Several manufacturers have already entered this new promising market that could represent up to 20% of road transport in 2025.

• Publication date : 2014/12/12

The first LNG freight locomotive in the Baltics

An Estonian company is testing the first LNG-powered locomotive in the Baltic countries. Significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions are expected.

• Publication date : 2021/08/23
• Subjects: Technology

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United States: more stringent energy efficiency standards for refrigerators

The US Department of Energy imposes targets for reducing the energy consumption of refrigerators and freezers by 10 to 15% by 2029-2030

• Publication date : 2024/01/26
• Subjects: Regulation

Pulse technology defrosts surfaces in seconds

A team of Japanese and American researchers is developing with a new, fast and efficient technology to defrost surfaces.

• Publication date : 2019/09/30

The “Carbon reduction opportunities for the food chain” workshop at ICCC 2022

The workshop was focused on the solutions brought by the EU project ENOUGH to reduce emissions from the food sector as set by the EU farm to fork strategy. A panel discussion was also held during the event...

• Publication date : 2022/04/29

IIR-Gustav Lorentzen Conference 2018 attracts its largest number of participants yet

With a focus on natural refrigerants, principally ammonia, carbon dioxide and hydrocarbons, the 13th conference in the series attracted the largest number of participants yet, welcoming an impressive 300 individuals from 45 different countries and...

• Publication date : 2018/07/03

Ohrid 2015: Ammonia and CO2 refrigeration technologies at the forefront

In light of the intense debate on the F-Gas regulation, its implementation worldwide, as well as proposed amendments to the Montreal Protocol, the conference provided the ideal forum for the exchange of knowledge on ammonia and CO2 technologies.

• Publication date : 2015/04/21

REAL Alternatives: blended Learning for Alternative Refrigerants

Last week the REAL Alternatives Europe programme partners met at IIR head offices to elaborate plans to translate the e-learning project into more languages.

• Publication date : 2015/06/23

Early bird registration ends August 15 – 9th IIR Conference on Ammonia and CO2 Refrigeration Technologies

Register today to the upcoming IIR Conference on Ammonia and CO2 Refrigeration Technologies to take place online on September 16-17, 2021.

• Publication date : 2021/08/09
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives, Technology, Environment

Call for abstracts ends September 30: IIR Conference on Ammonia and CO2 Refrigeration Technologies

The Conference concentrates on the benefits as well as the need to move towards natural refrigerants.

• Publication date : 2022/09/14
• Subjects: Technology, Environment

Cold off the press: CO2 as a Refrigerant

The new IIR technical guide on the application of “CO2 as a Refrigerant" is now available from our online bookstore.

• Publication date : 2015/01/21

The programme of the IIR conference on Ammonia and CO2 Refrigeration Technologies is now available

The conference is a leading event in the refrigeration industry and brings together academic and industry experts to discuss the latest advances in refrigeration technology. 

• Publication date : 2023/04/19

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

In the previous issue of the Newsletter, I wrote about the conclusions I drew following the 2006 United Nations conferences on ozone depletion and climate change. A recently published important element backs up my conclusions: the Proceedings of...

• Publication date : 2007/05/04

Member news: Carrier Transicold's innovative electrical technologies for refrigerated transport

Carrier Transicold promotes a new all-electric and autonomous cooling system for semi-trailers that completes its 100% electric range. 

• Publication date : 2021/03/29

Add the latest refrigeration publications to your bookshelf!

Check out the latest IIR publications including CO2 as a Refrigerant, Handbook on Indirect Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems and the 1st IIR International Conference of Cryogenics and Refrigeration Technology (ICCRT 2016).

• Publication date : 2016/09/06

New design for the IJR but still quality papers!

As well as original research papers the IJR also includes review articles, papers presented at IIR conferences, short reports and letters describing preliminary results and experimental details, and letters to the Editor on recent areas of...

• Publication date : 2019/11/20

The IIR remains a key partner in European refrigeration projects

In line with its international activities, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is currently a partner of three European research projects focused on very distinct areas of refrigeration technology.

• Publication date : 2018/10/08

Past events: September and October 2021

Focus on the latest events involving the IIR. 

• Publication date : 2021/10/25

MOP 27: Strong debate in the run-up to COP21

MOP 27 delegates continued firm discussions and addressed the outcomes of OEWG 36

• Publication date : 2015/11/04

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...

• Last update : 2023/06/23
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : LNG and LPG

Global warming potential (GWP) of HFC refrigerants

Using the latest updated data from UNEP’s RTOC 2022 report, we have compiled the 100-year GWP and 20-year GWP values of hydrofluorocarbon-based (HFC) refrigerants. Our table includes...

• Last update : 2023/09/15
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : HFCs

Nanorefrigerants

Nanorefrigerants are created by adding nanoparticles in suspension to a base refrigerant. They have a thermal conductivity that is 15% to 104% higher than that of the corresponding...

• Last update : 2022/06/17
• Langues : English, French
• Themes : Nanofluids

Cryogenic nitrogen in the food and beverage industry

The adoption of cryogenic processes in the food and beverage industry is predominantly driven by liquid nitrogen (LIN), and it is the preferred candidate for food chilling and...

• Last update : 2023/11/07
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs