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A Bayesian approach for modeling occupants’ use of window shades.

• Author(s) : SADEGHI S. A., AWALGAONKAR N. M., KARAVA P., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/07/11
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Building, Shading, Modelling, Window, Human being, Lighting
• Source: 2016 Purdue Conferences. 4^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Shading and cooling effects of spray on the surface of glass roof of building.

[In Chinese. / En chinois.]

• Author(s) : LI M., DING Y.
• Publication date: 2014/12
• Languages : Chinese
• Keywords : Spray cooling, Building, Shading, Droplet, Testing, Solar energy
• Source: HV & AC - vol. 44 - n. 298
• Formats : PDF

Daylight glare evaluation when the sun is within the field of view through window shades.

• Author(s) : KONSTANTZOS I., TZEMPELIKOS A., MURCHISON N., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/07/11
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Building, Sun, Shading, Window, Expérimentation, Lighting
• Source: 2016 Purdue Conferences. 4^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Energy conservation using solar collectors integrated with building louver shading devices.

• Author(s) : CHOU D. C., CHANG C. S., CHANG J. C.
• Publication date: 2016/01/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Solar collector, Building, Louvre, Performance, Shading, Window, Energy saving
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 93

Personalized shading control strategy to maximize occupant satisfaction while minimizing lighting energy use by multi-objective optimization.

• Author(s) : XIONG J., LEE S., TZEMPELIKOS A., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/07/11
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Commercial building, Performance, Optimization, Shading, Lighting, Thermal comfort
• Source: 2016 Purdue Conferences. 4^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Development of a camera-based tool to monitor non-binary occupants’ interaction with windows and shadings.

• Author(s) : DONGES J., MORANDI F., PRADA A., CAPPELLETTI F., GASPARELLA A.
• Publication date: 2022
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Building, Energy consumption, Simulation, Thermal comfort, Window, Shading, Measurement
• Source: 2022 Purdue Conferences. 7^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

A non-uniform pressure distribution model on the end face in screw expander and shaft seal leakage characteristics.

• Author(s) : TIAN Y., WANG Z., GENG Y., CHEN X., ZHANG H., HE Q.
• Publication date: 2023/10
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Expander, Leakage, Modelling, Simulation, Expérimentation, Shaft packing, Pressure
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 154
• Formats : PDF

Simulation-based energy and daylighting impact assessment of integrated shading devices and lighting controls in commercial buildings.

• Author(s) : KUNWAR N., BHANDARI M.
• Publication date: 2021/05/24
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Commercial building, Energy consumption, Window, Shading, Control (generic), Simulation
• Source: 2021 Purdue Conferences. 6^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Development of a new framework for daylighting simulation with dynamic shading devices.

• Author(s) : DO C. T., CHAN Y.
• Publication date: 2018/07/09
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Software, Office, Building, Light, Design, Solar radiation, Simulation, Shading, Case study, Thermal comfort
• Source: 2018 Purdue Conferences. 5^th International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

A global method for efficient synchronized shading control using the "effective daylight" concept.

• Author(s) : SHEN H., TZEMPELIKOS A.
• Publication date: 2014/07/14
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Building, Light, Solar radiation, Simulation, Shading, Energy saving, Control (generic), Thermal comfort, Air conditioning
• Source: 2014 Purdue Conferences. 3rd International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Solar optical properties of roller shades: modeling approaches, measured results and impact on daylighting and visual comfort.

• Author(s) : CHAN Y-C., TZEMPELIKOS A., PROTZMAN B.
• Publication date: 2014/07/14
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Energy, Commercial building, Solar radiation, Optical property, Shading, Modelling, Lighting, Thermal comfort
• Source: 2014 Purdue Conferences. 3rd International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Assessment of long term visual and thermal comfort and energy performance in open space office with different shading devices.

• Author(s) : ATZERI A. M., CAPPELLETTI F., SHEN H., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/07/14
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Office, Energy consumption, Building, Temperature, Solar radiation, Simulation, Shading, Italy, Thermal comfort
• Source: 2014 Purdue Conferences. 3rd International High Performance Buildings Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

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Development and validation of a simplified dynamic thermal model of a vehicle’s cabin.

• Author(s) : VIANA-FONS J. D., GONZÁLVEZ-MACIÁ J., PAYÁ J.
• Publication date: 2020/11/11
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Mobile air conditioning, Cabin, Thermal load, Shading, Modelling
• Source: X Congreso Ibérico y VIII Congreso Iberoamericano de Ciencias y Técnicas del Frío, CYTEF 2020.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

An evaluation of thermal environment on non-uniform radiant fields.

• Author(s) : SAITO N., SAKAI K., ONO H.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Thermal analysis, Building, Measurement, Solar radiation, Simulation, Shading, Window
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Industry practices for sharing sustainability information in the Norwegian fisheries supply chains

• Author(s) : STRAND A. V., THAKUR M., WIDELL K. N., GABRIELII C.
• Publication date: 2022/04/11
• Languages : English
• Source: 7^th IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain Online. Proceedings: April 11-13 2022
• Formats : PDF

Transport and storage sharing

The Sustainable Distribution Initiative, a cooperation scheme aimed at responding to spiralling energy costs and the demands of consumers to reduce the number of food miles in product distribution is being initiated by IGD, a food and grocery...

• Publication date : 2008/10/25

Out of the ordinary: Funky flatshare fridges

Realizing that flatsharers sometimes find it difficult to share fridges, Electrolux has developed a tailored solution: stackable, colorful, multi-cabinet fridges. This design is not only practical: it's funky!

• Publication date : 2009/05/18

COP 27 at Sharm Al Sheikh

The IIR at the COP 27: side event was organised by the IIR with the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA). Didier Coulomb gave a statement at the high-level session.

• Publication date : 2022/12/12
• Subjects: Environment

China: the market share of energy-saving air conditioners increases to 70%

According to the Chinese Ministry of Finance, the market share of energy-saving air conditioners increased from 5% before the subsidy program to 70% after,

• Publication date : 2014/01/15
• Subjects: Figures, economy

World energy outlook

Gas is the fastest growing fossil fuel (1.8% p.a.). The global trade share of gas remains around 30%. But within that,LNG trade grows twice as fast as consumption, with LNG’s share of world demand rising from 10% in 2014 to 15% in 2035.

• Publication date : 2016/05/30
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Renewable energy for heating and cooling in the EU in 2020

The share of renewable energy sources used for heating and cooling in the EU continues to increase steadily, from 22% in 2019 to 23% in 2020. The share was above 50% in six Member...

• Publication date : 2022/03/07
• Subjects: Figures, economy

The Russian cold-storage warehouses market 2012

By 2012, the amount of cold storage facilities shrunk by 10%, while the share of cold-storage warehouses of logistics operators increased by 5%.

• Publication date : 2014/01/29
• Subjects: Figures, economy

German heat pump market situation

The market share of heat pumps installed in newly erected residential buildings increased from 13.2% in 2007 to 32.2% in 2013.

• Publication date : 2016/02/09
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Renewable energy for heating and cooling in the EU in 2022

The share of renewable energy sources for heating and cooling in the EU increased to 25% in 2022.

• Publication date : 2024/04/22
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Environment

Heat pump market in the german new residential buildings

According to the German Federal Bureau of Statistics, the share of heat pumps used as primary heating device for newly constructed residential buildings was 32,2% in 2013 - a gain of 2% compared to 2012.

• Publication date : 2014/10/23
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Natural gas and liquefied gases in the maritime transport

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) increased its share of global gas trade carried by sea in 2014. Volumes increased by 2.5%, taking the total to 333.3 billion cubic meters.

• Publication date : 2016/01/18

Renewable energy for heating and cooling in the EU in 2021

The share of renewable energy sources for heating and cooling in the EU stagnated in 2021, due to the overall increase in gross consumption of all fuels as a result of the post...

• Publication date : 2023/03/20
• Subjects: Figures, economy

Europe dominated the global frozen food market in 2020

2020 has seen record sales in the frozen food sector. According to Frozen Food Europe, Europe had the largest share of the global frozen food market in 2020. Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa are...

• Publication date : 2021/01/27

US commercial refrigeration equipment

Transportation refrigeration systems are the largest share of commercial refrigeration equipment demand in the US at 23 percent of the 2015 total.

• Publication date : 2016/04/06
• Subjects: Figures, economy

50 000 CO2 heat pumps in China in 2020 ?

In the next decade, the market share of CO2 heat pump could reach 5% and there could be 50 000 CO2 heat pumps installed in China in 2020.

• Publication date : 2012/11/08

IIR shared a stand at SIFA

On 16-18 November 2021 took place the French SIFA trade fair dedicated to concrete issues about refrigeration, air-conditioning, thermodynamics, and heat pumps. 130 exhibitors and 3,700 participants attended the...

• Publication date : 2021/11/29

IC2015 Workshops: An opportunity to join, share and build together

ICR2015: A chance to actively participate in the innovation of refrigeration.

• Publication date : 2015/06/17

CryoHub to share results of implementation of innovative energy storage technique

Register now for our Webinar on 17th March 2021 to hear from experts on how the CryoHub technology was developed and demonstrated at a refrigerated facility at Frigologix in...

• Publication date : 2021/01/27

Share your thesis with the international refrigeration community : publish it in FRIDOC !

To increase the visibility of your thesis, publish it in FRIDOC: the most comprehensive database dedicated to refrigeration information in the world!

• Publication date : 2022/05/18

CryoHub Webinar

CryoHub the EU funded project to demonstrate the potential for cryogenic energy storage at refrigerated warehouses will hold a webinar on 17th March 2021 to share findings and results of this work.

• Publication date : 2020/11/27

IIR member news: Cemafroid's experience in F-Gas certification recognized in Italy

Tecnea, majority shareholder in French company Cemafroid, benefactor member of the IIR, was recently accredited to grant certifications (certificates of competency) via its branch Tecnea Italia.

• Publication date : 2014/08/13
• Subjects: Regulation

Take part in the survey: women in RACHP

Are you a woman working in the Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning and Heat Pumps sector? We would like to understand the motivation, challenges and opportunities faced...

• Publication date : 2021/12/21

Refrigeration and the IIR in the spotlight at COP 28

The Conference of the Parties on Climate Change took place in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) from 30 November to 13 December 2023. For the first time, refrigeration was given special attention. The IIR shared a...

• Publication date : 2023/12/18
• Subjects: Environment

WGC PARIS 2015: “Growing together towards a friendly planet”

The 26th World Gas Conference (WGC), held in Paris last week, offered attendees an ideal opportunity for networking, learning and sharing information on the latest developments

• Publication date : 2015/06/09

Propose a workshop and be part of ICR 2023

Do you have an idea for a workshop you would like to organise during the 26th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration 2023? Share it with the international refrigeration community.

• Publication date : 2023/01/23
• Subjects: General information

Early bird registration is now open for the IIR Congress 2023

The 26th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration will be the event of the year not to be missed!  Participate to share the latest...

• Publication date : 2023/02/17

Save the Date – The 7th IIR Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain will take place in April 2022

This international event will focus on sharing expertise on the cold chain with developing countries to address key UN sustainable development goals related to hunger, health, energy, education,...

• Publication date : 2021/06/28
• Subjects: Technology, Developing country, Environment

IJR editorial: The cop on climate change: a growing presence of refrigeration issues to be consolidated

The Conference of the Parties on climate change was held in Sharm-El-Sheikh (Egypt) from Sunday 6 November to Sunday 20 November 2022. Generally speaking, this COP did not result in the decisions and actions...

• Publication date : 2023/01/23
• Subjects: Environment

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...

• Publication date : 2020/11/23
• Subjects: Technology, General information

New IIR members

The IIR welcomes the following new members: - Corporate members Frigrite Refrigeration Pty, Cheltenham, Australia Grenco Refrigeration Ltd, West Malling, UK Grundfos Management, Bjerringbro, Denmark IIAR, Arlington, USA Sofrigam, Nanterre,...

• Publication date : 2008/02/12

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...

• Last update : 2023/03/10
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freeze-drying in biology and medicine, Cryobiology, cryomedicine: general information

Ice cream manufacturing, environmental impact and market data

From a physico-chemical point of view, ice cream is a complex, frozen multiphase mixture. The manufacturing process includes several stages of freezing which are described in this...

• Last update : 2023/06/30
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Ice creams

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

Global HFC emissions from the refrigeration sector

This table shows HFC emissions from the refrigeration sector – including air conditioning – in million tonnes of CO2 equivalent for about 40 countries that are signatories...

• Last update : 2022/01/20
• Langues : English
• Themes : General information on environment (climate change, ozone depletion…)

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