Thermodynamics, as with most concepts in science and physics, is most accurately described using mathematical equations. However, simple explanations, although not perfectly accurate, are sufficient ...

Rising energy costs and environmental concerns are boosting interest in air conditioning and refrigeration conferences July 14-17 at Purdue University, drawing hundreds of researchers from around 30 ...

Motors for air conditioning and refrigeration equipment are special-purpose motors called “hermetic,” meaning they’re sealed. They’re sealed because they’re in the same housing as the compressor and ...

The simple system in Figure 1 shows the application of the Second Law of Thermodynamics. The compressor (A) adds energy to the refrigerant, and it becomes hot, just the way a hand operated tire pump ...

In warm countries such as Sri Lanka, the very mention of the word air conditioning brings to mind a cool and comfortable environment. However, in cold climates, air conditioning could mean the heating ...