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Thermodynamic analysis of thermo-vacuum clothes drying operation.
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Design and research of liquid cooling garments in thermal environment.
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Simulation study of a novel phase change cooling garment for electricians in a high-temperature environment.
Performance research of portable thermoelectric cooling garment under different working conditions.
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Using Deep Learning in Real-Time for Clothing Classification with Connected Thermostats
Thermophysiological response of human beings working within freezing chambers in Portugal.
Experimental evaluation and thermodynamic system modeling of thermoelectric heat pump clothes dryer.
Sensitivity analysis for the PMV thermal comfort model and the use of wearable devices to enhance its accuracy.
Experimental Investigation of Parameters Affecting Drying Time and Power Consumption of a Heat Pump Tumble Dryer.
System analysis and optimization of a CO2 heat pump tumble dryer.
Model-based air flow path optimization of heat pump clothes dryer.
Experimental measurements of clothes dryer drum heat and mass transfer effectiveness.
Experimental investigation of a heat pump assisted drum drying system using propane (R290) as working fluid.
Review of heat pump tumble clothes dryer energy efficiency and related technologies.
Heat pump clothes dryer model development.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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An innovation in thermoregulating clothing
Thermoregulating garments powered by solar energy and bidirectional electrocaloric devices are under development. They are said to be effective for outdoor temperatures of 12.5 to...
Innovative cooling garment for electricians in extreme heat
A new cooling garment using phase change materials (PCMs) promises to protect electricians working in extreme heat environments.
Thin Ice: the very first weight loss clothing line
According to its creator, refrigerated clothes 'hacks' human metabolism to trick the body into burning up to 1,000 extra calories a day.
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.
New polymer coating keeps buildings cool
Researchers from Columbia University have created a passive daytime radiative cooling polymer coating with air voids that act as a spontaneous air cooler.
The race to design individual cooling devices
Cooling individuals would be less energy-consuming and a lot cheaper than cooling entire buildings. Based on that principle, companies, start-ups, and researchers are racing to build wearable devices that can act like mini air-conditioning...
Cold temperatures, a potential ally against cancer
Exposure to cold temperatures can reduce tumour growth by slowing down the glucose metabolism of cancer cells.
THRIVE project explores new developments for adsorbtion heat pumps
Launched in 2014, the four-year project THRIVE was funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) to investigate adsorption heat pumps and to develop a system powered by waste heat.
Evaporative cooling: continuation of the Cold-Snap project at Harvard University
Tests show that Cold-Snap evaporative cooling technology would be effective in humid climates, while limiting water consumption.
Evaporative cooling without adding humidity
Scientists at the University of Harvard have designed a prototype evaporative cooling system called Cold-SNAP that effectively cools air at low cost for both dry and humid climates.
Evaporative cooling experimentations in urban areas
Various researches are currently being conducted to study the impact of evaporative cooling in urban areas.
Midea focuses on innovation for sustainable air conditioning
Midea has been recognised in Nature for its major technological advancements in air conditioning systems, aimed at reducing their environmental impact.
Squid skin inspires research on next-generation space blanket
Next-generation space blankets could be made of a thermoregulatory material inspired by the functioning of squid skin, which changes color.
Cooling solutions for hybrid electric aircraft
The electrification of aircraft propulsive systems requires specific cooling technologies as part of the decarbonation of the aviation industry. A recent review article presents...
HCFC phase-out in South Asia: the case of Vietnam and the Maldives
The HCFC phase-out is underway in South Asia. For instance, Vietnam met the 35% reduction target for 2020 while the Maldives recorded no HCFC import in 2020.
IIR news
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Summer 2021, past events: focus on the last events involving the IIR
Co-sponsored Conferences More than 80 papers available from the International Sorption Heat Pump Conference...
The IIR at the GCCA event
The IIR actively participated in the 25th European Cold chain conference organised by the Global Cold Chain Alliance in Rotterdam (Netherlands) on March 23-25, 2022.
Upcoming IIR Conferences & Events
Are you planning to attend a refrigeration event? Find out what’s planned.
REAL Alternatives event during MOP32
A REAL Alternatives side meeting at the international MOP32 (Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol) was organised by the project partner ATF Italy on 25th November 2020.
Past events: September and October 2021
Focus on the latest events involving the IIR.
See what's in our events calendar for 2016!
ICR2015 may be over, but the IIR’s conference activities in 2016 show a promising choice of events covering cutting-edge refrigeration themes from refrigerants to energy issues; from cold chain sustainability to new refrigeration technologies.
Focus on the latest events (November 2019)
Latest news of the exhibition "Froid", and focus on the participation of the IIR in several events such as SARA (Salon of Agriculture and Animal Resources) or SIFA, (interprofessional exhibition of refrigeration and its application).
See what's in our events calendar for 2015 !
The IIR’s calendar in 2015 shows a promising choice of events covering cutting-edge refrigeration themes from refrigerants to energy issues; from cold chain sustainability to new refrigeration technologies.
Watch our side event at COP27
COP27 will mark the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Past events: The IIR around the world
Focus on ammonia, cryogenics and heat pumps! Take a look back at the most recent events in which the IIR has participated.
Focus on the last events in June 2021
In June 2021, the IIR organised two conferences: Thermag and HFO. It also participated in the European Conferences on the latest technologies in refrigeration and air conditioning organised by Centro Studi...
Past events: The IIR around the world, october 2022
A look back at the latest events in which the IIR participated.
Past events: The IIR around the world, December 2022
IIR's participation in MOP 34 and the SIFA fair in Lyon.
Past events: the IIR Worldwide - Mars 2023
The Director General of the IIR was at the 2nd International Symposium on "Refrigeration, Energy and the Environment” in Tunisia and the beginning of 2023 was marked by the active participation of the...
Past events: The IIR around the world, April 2023
This month, the IIR conference on HFOs welcomed 200 delegates, and one of Asia's largest exhibitions in HVACR, China Refrigeration, set a new record with 60,000 visitors and 1,100 exhibitors.
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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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...
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...
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15th IEA Heat Pump Conference
May 26, 2026 - May 29, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Join the 15th IEA Heat Pump Conference, which will take place in Vienna, Austria,from May 26-29, 2026! The 15th IEA Heat Pump Conference, co-sponsored by IIR,...
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