17821592. CONDENSER MODULE AND THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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CONDENSER MODULE AND THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME
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CONDENSER MODULE AND THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17821592 titled 'CONDENSER MODULE AND THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a condenser module and a thermal management system that includes the condenser module. The condenser module consists of a heat exchange device with two inlet/outlet ports for refrigerant flow. A flow path is formed within the heat exchange device, allowing the refrigerant to flow between the two inlet/outlet ports. The module also includes a flow-path switching valve connected to each inlet/outlet port, which can switch between two operation modes.
- The flow-path switching valve allows the refrigerant to flow into one inlet/outlet port and be discharged from the other inlet/outlet port in the first operation mode.
- In the second operation mode, the flow-path switching valve enables the refrigerant to flow into the other inlet/outlet port and be discharged from the first inlet/outlet port.
- The flow path within the heat exchange device is designed to have different positions in the direction of gravity between the two inlet/outlet ports.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Air conditioning systems for buildings and vehicles.
- Refrigeration systems for food storage and transportation.
- Heat pump systems for heating and cooling purposes.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient and effective thermal management by allowing the refrigerant to flow in different directions based on the operation mode.
- Flexibility in the design and installation of thermal management systems.
- Improved heat transfer and energy efficiency.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced control over the refrigerant flow direction, optimizing heat exchange performance.
- Simplified design and operation of thermal management systems.
- Potential for energy savings and reduced environmental impact.
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed are a condenser module and a thermal management system including the same. The condenser module includes a heat exchange device including a first inlet/outlet and a second inlet/outlet having a refrigerant flowing thereinto or discharged therefrom and a flow path formed therein through which the refrigerant flows between the first inlet/outlet and the second inlet/outlet, and a flow-path switching valve connected to each of the first inlet/outlet and the second inlet/outlet, the flow-path switching valve switchable between a first operation mode, in which the refrigerant flows into the first inlet/outlet and the refrigerant is discharged from the second inlet/outlet, and a second operation mode, in which the refrigerant flows into the second inlet/outlet and the refrigerant is discharged from the first inlet/outlet. The flow path formed in the heat exchange device has different positions in a direction of gravity between the first inlet/outlet and the second inlet/outlet.
