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Numerical modeling of shell-and-tube-like elastocaloric regenerator.

• Author(s) : AHČIN Ž., KABIRIFAR P., PORENTA L., BROJAN M., TUSEK J.
• Publication date: 2022/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Elastocaloric cooling, Modelling, Regenerator, Shell and tube exchanger, COP, Expérimentation, Simulation, Optimization, Heating
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 23
• Formats : PDF

Analysis of the shell-in-tube condenser characteristics for energy conservation.

[In Ukrainian. / En ukrainien.]

• Author(s) : NIKULSHIN R. K., MOROSUK L. I., SOKOLOVSKAYA V. V.
• Publication date: 2014
• Languages : Ukrainian
• Keywords : Water-cooled exchanger, Reduction, Entropy, Energy saving, Shell and tube exchanger, Condenser
• Source: Holodil'na Tehnika i Tehnologiâ - vol.50 - n.1

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Fabrication of silica hard-shell microcapsule containing inorganic phase-change materials.

• Author(s) : TAMARU M., SUZUKI H., HIDEMA R., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Silica, Shell, Capsule, Material, Change of phase, Inorganic compound, Thermal energy storage
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

Influence of shell volume on pressure pulsations in a hermetic reciprocating compressor.

• Author(s) : NOVAK K.
• Publication date: 2014/07/14
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Suction, Geometry, Shell, Measurement, Simulation, Model, Pressure, Hermetic compressor, Reciprocating compressor
• Source: 2014 Purdue Conferences. 22nd International Compressor Engineering Conference at Purdue.
• Formats : PDF

Optimization of shell-side single phase heat transfer correlation for coil-wound LNG heat exchanger.

[In Chinese. / En chinois.]

• Author(s) : JI P., LI Y., ZHU J., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/04
• Languages : Chinese
• Keywords : Heat transfer coefficient, Shell, Correlation, Coil, Optimization, LNG, Heat exchanger
• Source: Journal of Refrigeration - vol. 36 - n. 162
• Formats : PDF

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The characteristics of flow patterns in the shell-and-plate heat exchanger.

• Author(s) : YANG Y., XU L., HAN H., REN Z., WU K., LIU F.
• Publication date: 2023/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Heat exchanger, Plate exchanger, Two-phase flow, Shell, Vacuum, Pressure drop, Modelling
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 152
• Formats : PDF

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Optimization of a shell-and-tube heat exchanger based on ice slurry.

• Author(s) : HANI R., PONCET S., MONNEY D.
• Publication date: 2024/05/31
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Optimization, Ice slurry, Shell and tube exchanger, Modelling, Calculation, Thermodynamic property, Heat exchanger
• Source: 14^th IIR Conference on Phase-Change Materials and Slurries for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. Proceedings:  Paris France, May 29-31, 2024.
• Formats : PDF

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Shell and tube carbon dioxide gas coolers. Experimental results and modelling.

• Author(s) : ZILIO C., MANCIN S.
• Publication date: 2015/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Heat transfer, Gas cooler, R744, Heat pump, Performance, Modelling, Expérimentation, Shell and tube exchanger, CO2
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 56
• Formats : PDF

A comparative study on the shell and tube and gasket-plate heat exchangers: the economic viewpoint.

• Author(s) : HAJABDOLLAHI H., NADERI M., ADIMI S.
• Publication date: 2016/01/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Economy, Comparison, Pressurization, Optimization, Shell and tube exchanger, Plate exchanger
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 92

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Experimental investigation of surfactant-enhanced ammonia-water absorption in a shell-and-tube absorber.

• Author(s) : KINI G., CHANDRASEKARAN S., HUGHES M. T., GARIMELLA S.
• Publication date: 2021/09
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Absorber, Ammonia-water, Absorption system, Expérimentation, Shell, Tube, Thermodynamic property, Chiller, Surfactant
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 129
• Formats : PDF

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Numerical simulation of the charging process in a horizontal shell-and-tube phase change material storage.

• Author(s) : MOUSAVI AJAROSTAGHI S. S., PONCET S., DOLATI A., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/05/21
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Porosity, Geometry, Simulation, PCM, Shell and tube exchanger, Thermal energy storage
• Source: 12^th IIR Conference on Phase-Change Materials and Slurries for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. Proceedings: Orford, Canada, May 21-23, 2018.
• Formats : PDF

Design of shell-and-tube heat exchangers for multiple objectives using elitist non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm with termination criteria.

• Author(s) : WONG J. Y. Q., SHARMA S., RANGAIAH G. P.
• Publication date: 2016/01/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Design, Simulation, Pressurization, Performance, Optimization, Shell and tube exchanger
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 93

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Falling film flow and evaporation characteristics at shell-side of spiral wound heat exchanger under different conditions.

• Author(s) : HU H., DING C., LI J., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/06/22
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Shell, Heat transfer, Simulation, Falling film, Evaporation, Flow, Heat exchanger, Pressure drop
• Source: 1^st IIR International Conference of Cryogenics and Refrigeration Technology (ICCRT 2016). Proceedings: Bucharest, Romania, June 22-25, 2016.
• Formats : PDF

The melting of phase change material in a cylinder shell with hierarchical heat sink array.

• Author(s) : LIU H., LI S., CHEN Y., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Simulation, Material, Shell and tube exchanger, Melting, Change of phase, Latent heat, Thermal energy storage
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 73 - n. 1

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Shell side direct expansion evaporation of ammonia on a plain tube bundle with exit superheat effect.

• Author(s) : AYUB Z. H., ABBAS A., AYUB A. H., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/04
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Pool boiling, Safety, Direct expansion, Chilling, R717, Superheat, Expérimentation, Shell and tube exchanger
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 76
• Formats : PDF

Shelf-life extension strategies for fresh cut fruit

Easyfruit, an EU project which began in early 2013, aims at extending the shelf life of fresh cut fruit from three to five days, in order to help open new export markets and ensure European companies stay competitive by being able to reduce fresh...

• Publication date : 2013/09/10

LED lighting extends the colour shelf life of meat

Researchers from Kansas State University, USA, claim they have proved that the use of LED lights in refrigerated display cabinets can improve the shelf life of fresh meat.

• Publication date : 2012/05/09

Abu Dhabi to get more air-conditioned bus shelters

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Transport (DoT) is to install additional air-conditioned bus shelters in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the western region.

• Publication date : 2012/05/15

Abu Dhabi to get more air-conditioned bus shelters

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Transport (DoT) is to install additional air-conditioned bus shelters in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the western region.

• Publication date : 2012/06/28

Briefs: Nitrogen blasting designed for beer shelf life boost

Vacuum Barrier Corp. has developed Nitrojetter technology, which reduces oxygen levels within carbonated beverages in order to extend shelf life without affecting taste or colour. Nitrojetter uses liquid nitrogen steam that is fired into the...

• Publication date : 2009/02/25

Behold the 9-day fresh strawberry: new approach to slowing rot doubles berry shelf life

A study has demonstrated that low irradiance ultra-violet (UV) light directed at strawberries over long exposure periods at low temperature and very high humidity (typical home refrigerator conditions) delays spoilage.

• Publication date : 2013/09/04

New antimicrobial edible coatings can extend the shelf-life of fresh meat by up to 50%

According to research from Spain, new antimicrobial edible coatings can extend the shelf-life of fresh meat by up to 50% . The films, made from essential oils including oregano, clove and rosemary, were applied to the surface of the meat “as a...

• Publication date : 2011/06/28

Solar cooling on a district-scale in the South of France

The installation could cut CO2 production by 40 tons annually!

• Publication date : 2013/09/26

Rapid low-temperature process adds weeks to milk's shelf life

A rapid heating and cooling of milk significantly reduces the amount of harmful bacteria present, extending by several weeks the shelf life of milk, according to a Purdue University study.

• Publication date : 2016/09/06

Star in the Shetlands: Star Refrigeration

Star Refrigeration, a corporate member of the IIR, has equipped Shetland Catch Ltd. with new blast-freezing equipment, raising the capacity from 200 to over 750 tonnes per day. Shetland Catch's plant near Lerwick is now probably the largest...

• Publication date : 2004/11/10

Supercooling and superchilling to increase the shelf life and reduce food waste

Superchilling and supercooling have enormous potential to enable safe, high quality and long term storage of foods without the consumer perceived detrimental effects of freezing.

• Publication date : 2016/01/22

Black Vanilla Ice Cream.

An ice cream made from pure virgin coconut shell activated charcoal.

• Publication date : 2017/02/15

Cooling helps eggs fight salmonella

A team from Purdue University has demonstrated that lysozyme activity could be increased by as much as 50%, thanks to the addition of carbon dioxide or to a cooling process which causes carbon dioxide to be sucked inside the shell.

• Publication date : 2012/08/03

CHEs in heat pumps

In its Annex 33, "Compact Heat Exchangers in Heat Pumping Equipment" issued in September 2010, the Heat Pump Programme details the benefits of using compact heat exchangers (CHEs): . Improved heat exchanger thermal effectiveness: thermal...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

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

IIR Informatory Note highlights global air conditioning's CO2 emissions and energy impact

The IIR has modelled current and future CO2 emissions attributable to air conditioning in different regions of the world.

• Publication date : 2024/08/01
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Environment

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

Supercooling and superchilling: A solution to increased shelf life and reduced food waste?

If these technologies were combined with perfusion chilling for meat and fish, then additional benefits such as rapid cooling, low weight loss and novel products could result.

• Publication date : 2015/10/27

News from IIR members: Mega project for Technip

Shell Gas & Power Developments BV is joining forces with Technip and Samsung to design, build and install multiple floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facilities over a period of up to 15 years. Shell and Technip-Samsung also signed a...

• Publication date : 2009/12/09

The IIR makes its mark in LNG

In line with our objective to remain at the forefront of developments in the field of cryogenics the IIR, in partnership with the lnternational Gas Union (IGU), and the Gas Technology Institute (GTI), organizes triennial LNG conferences across the...

• Publication date : 2015/10/14

Member news: Daikin introduces EWYS-4Z: High-Efficiency Cooling and Heating Solution for Industrial and Commercial Needs

The polyvalent EWYS-4Z cooling and heating unit, which runs on R513A, is designed for superior energy efficiency and reduced noise for industrial and commercial applications. 

• Publication date : 2024/08/01

SophiA project: HKA Lab test progress

SophiA HKA (Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences) Lab test is intended to provide a better understanding of the cooling system in in different climate zones.

• Publication date : 2023/10/27

IIR Member news: Star Refrigeration installs ammonia chillers in an indoor skiing facility

After 90 years of existence, indoor skiing now uses modern and energy efficient technologies. Star Refrigeration participates in this evolution with its ammonia chillers.

• Publication date : 2018/12/27

New EU funded project began on October 1st, 2021: “SophiA - Sustainable off-grid solutions for pharmacies and hospitals in Africa”

With a budget of 8 million euros over four years, SophiA will develop containerized solutions for hospitals using natural refrigerants, solar thermal and photovoltaics to enable more and more African people to...

• Publication date : 2021/10/21
• Subjects: Technology, Developing country, HFCs alternatives, Environment

New IIR members

The IIR welcomes the following new members: Benefactor members Communauté Urbaine de Dunkerque, France EPEE, Belgium Private members Mr Nacer Achaichia, Belgium Mr Pascal Leterrible, France Mr Georges Marguerite, France Mr Mitchell...

• Publication date : 2011/02/04

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: General information, Technology

The IIR at the heart of magnetic refrigeration

Magnetic refrigeration technology proves more alluring than ever: conferences, workshops and research projects continue to make waves.

• Publication date : 2015/03/25

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...

• Publication date : 2015/04/08

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

• Publication date : 2015/05/06

South Korea joins Horizon Europe

South Korea, an active IIR member country, is the first Asian country outside Europe to officially join the EU’s research and innovation programme, Horizon Europe, from 2025.

• Publication date : 2024/04/26

Additive manufacturing of regenerators for caloric cooling

In many areas of engineering, additive manufacturing allows the production of complex and multifunctional products that could not be manufactured using traditional methods. In the...

• Last update : 2022/09/16
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Caloric cooling (magnetocaloric, electrocaloric, elastocaloric and barocaloric cooling)

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

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

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

Environmental impact of the ice cream industry

This summary document describes the environmental impact of ice cream manufacturing, which is mainly due to the energy consumption and refrigerants used.

• Last update : 2022/11/17
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : General information on environment (climate change, ozone depletion…)

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

Additive manufacturing of heat exchangers

In the refrigeration industry, additive manufacturing (colloquially referred to as “3D printing”) makes it possible to fabricate novel, complex and potentially more energy efficient...

• Last update : 2022/09/07
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Evaporators, condensers and other heat exchangers