17972287. REFRIGERANT MODULE OF INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
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REFRIGERANT MODULE OF INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE
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REFRIGERANT MODULE OF INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17972287 titled 'REFRIGERANT MODULE OF INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an integrated thermal management system for a vehicle that modularizes refrigerant-related components to make them more compact. The system includes a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator, accumulator, and a connection body that connects all the components.
- The system includes a compressor that intakes refrigerant and discharges compressed refrigerant.
- A condenser is included to receive the refrigerant from the compressor and discharge it after heat exchange.
- An expansion valve is present to receive the refrigerant from the condenser and discharge it after expansion.
- An evaporator is included to receive the refrigerant from the expansion valve and discharge it after heat exchange.
- An accumulator is present to receive the refrigerant from the evaporator and discharge it after separating it into liquid and gaseous refrigerant.
- A connection body connects all the components and provides a flow path for the refrigerant to return to the compressor.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Automotive industry: The integrated thermal management system can be used in various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and buses.
- HVAC systems: The system can be adapted for use in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for buildings.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Compact design: The modularization of refrigerant-related components allows for a more compact system, saving space in vehicles or buildings.
- Efficient heat exchange: The system ensures efficient heat exchange between the refrigerant and the surrounding environment, improving overall cooling or heating performance.
Benefits of this technology:
- Space-saving: The compact design of the system saves valuable space in vehicles or buildings.
- Improved efficiency: The integrated system optimizes heat exchange, resulting in improved cooling or heating efficiency.
- Simplified installation: The modular design of the system makes installation and maintenance easier.
Original Abstract Submitted
An integrated thermal management system for a vehicle may make refrigerant-related components compact by modularizing the refrigerant-related components. A refrigerant module of an integrated thermal management system for a vehicle according to an exemplary embodiment includes: a compressor having a first inlet port through which the refrigerant is introduced, and a first outlet port through which the compressed refrigerant is discharged; a condenser having a second inlet port through which the refrigerant discharged from the compressor is introduced, and a second outlet port through which the refrigerant, which has performed heat exchange, is discharged; an expansion valve having a third inlet port through which the refrigerant discharged from the condenser is introduced, and a third outlet port through which the expanded refrigerant is discharged; an evaporator having a fourth inlet port through which the refrigerant discharged from the expansion valve is introduced, and a fourth outlet port through which the refrigerant, which has performed heat exchange, is discharged; an accumulator having a fifth inlet port through which the refrigerant discharged from the evaporator is introduced, and fifth outlet port through which the refrigerant, which has separated into a liquid refrigerant and a gaseous refrigerant, is discharged; and a connection body configured to integrally connect the compressor, the condenser, the evaporator, and the accumulator and having a flow path through which the refrigerant discharged from the accumulator flows to the compressor.
