Progress in the development and use of refrigerants and unintended environmental consequences

AK Vuppaladadiyam, E Antunes… - Science of the Total …, 2022 - Elsevier
The world has entered into the “fourth-generation” of refrigerants, and it is an undeniable fact
that we will continue to encounter several issues in identifying a suitable refrigerant that suits …

Energy-efficient and-economic technologies for air conditioning with vapor compression refrigeration: A comprehensive review

X She, L Cong, B Nie, G Leng, H Peng, Y Chen… - Applied energy, 2018 - Elsevier
Abstract Vapor Compression Refrigeration Systems (VCRS) are widely used to provide
cooling or freezing for domestic/office buildings, supermarkets, data centres, etc., which …

Thermo-economic assessment of advanced triple cascade refrigeration system incorporating a flash tank and suction line heat exchanger

MH Nabil, Y Khan, MW Faruque, MM Ehsan - Energy Conversion and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Abstract Ultra-Low Temperature (ULT) solutions have been researched in response to the
rising demand for energy-efficient and environmentally favorable refrigeration systems. This …

Drop-in energy performance evaluation of R1234yf and R1234ze (E) in a vapor compression system as R134a replacements

A Mota-Babiloni, J Navarro-Esbrí, Á Barragán… - Applied Thermal …, 2014 - Elsevier
This paper presents an energy performance evaluation of two low-GWP refrigerants,
R1234yf and R1234ze (E), as drop-in replacements for R134a. Tests are carried out in a …

Recent investigations in HFCs substitution with lower GWP synthetic alternatives: Focus on energetic performance and environmental impact

A Mota-Babiloni, P Makhnatch… - International Journal of …, 2017 - Elsevier
Kigali's amendment on Montreal Protocol has recognized the great impact of
hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) on climate change. In the European Union, the Regulation (EU) …

Vapor compression cycle: a state-of-the-art review on cycle improvements, water and other natural refrigerants

F Alsouda, NS Bennett, SC Saha, F Salehi… - Clean Technologies, 2023 - mdpi.com
Air conditioning and refrigeration have become necessary in modern life, accounting for
more than 7.8% of greenhouse gases (GHG) emitted globally. Reducing the environmental …

Applications of eco-friendly refrigerants and nanorefrigerants: A review

A Kasaeian, SM Hosseini, M Sheikhpour… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2018 - Elsevier
Usage of eco-friendly refrigerants could be an effective solution to the global warming
problem. However, a comprehensive assessment is necessary when selecting new …

Recent advances in vapor compression cycle technologies

C Park, H Lee, Y Hwang, R Radermacher - International Journal of …, 2015 - Elsevier
This paper comprehensively reviews the recent studies on advanced vapor compression
cycle technologies. These technologies are categorized in three groups: subcooling cycles …

Applications of refrigerant R1234yf in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems: A decade of researches

JJG Pabon, A Khosravi, JM Belman-Flores… - International Journal of …, 2020 - Elsevier
HFC refrigerants as R134a, R404A, R407C and R410A are commonly used in heating, air
conditioning and refrigeration (HACR) systems since Kyoto protocol. However, they are …

Performance of low GWP R1234yf/R134a mixture as a replacement for R134a in automotive air conditioning systems

Z Meng, H Zhang, M Lei, Y Qin, J Qiu - … Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 2018 - Elsevier
In this study, the performance of a new refrigerant, R1234yf/R134a (with a ratio of 89: 11, by
mass), was measured as alternative to R134a in automotive air conditioning systems using …