18548142. REFRIGERATION CYCLE APPARATUS simplified abstract (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
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REFRIGERATION CYCLE APPARATUS
Organization Name
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Inventor(s)
Kazuyoshi Shinozaki of Tokyo (JP)
REFRIGERATION CYCLE APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18548142 titled 'REFRIGERATION CYCLE APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The refrigeration cycle apparatus described in the abstract consists of a heat source side unit, a relay unit, and multiple load side units connected by various pipes and valves to facilitate the flow of refrigerant throughout the system.
- The heat source side unit contains a compressor, flow switching valves, and heat exchangers to compress the refrigerant and regulate its flow based on the operation mode.
- The relay unit is equipped with six-way valves or pairs of four-way valves to control the distribution of refrigerant to each of the load side units efficiently.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various refrigeration systems, such as air conditioning units, refrigerators, and heat pumps.
Problems Solved
This innovation addresses the need for efficient and reliable refrigeration systems by optimizing the flow of refrigerant and ensuring proper distribution to different components.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved energy efficiency, enhanced system performance, and reduced maintenance requirements.
Potential Commercial Applications
The refrigeration cycle apparatus can be utilized in commercial refrigeration units, industrial cooling systems, and other applications requiring precise temperature control.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be traditional refrigeration systems with simpler valve configurations and less advanced control mechanisms.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing refrigeration cycle systems in terms of energy efficiency and performance?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and existing refrigeration cycle systems.
What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a larger scale in industrial applications?
The article does not address the potential challenges in scaling up this technology for industrial use.
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigeration cycle apparatus includes a heat source side unit, a relay unit, and a plurality of load side units, the heat source side unit and the relay unit are connected by using a low-pressure pipe and a high-pressure pipe, and the relay unit and each of the plurality of load side units are connected by using a corresponding liquid branch pipe and a corresponding gas branch pipe. The heat source side unit includes a compressor configured to compress refrigerant, at least one flow switching valve configured to change a passage of refrigerant based on an operation mode, and at least one heat source side heat exchanger, and the relay unit includes six-way valves or pairs of four-way valves.
