Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240118045). HEAT EXCHANGER simplified abstract

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HEAT EXCHANGER

Organization Name

samsung electronics co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Hyunchul Cho of Suwon-si (KR)

Kangtae Seo of Suwon-si (KR)

Jeungku Choi of Suwon-si (KR)

Yonghwa Choi of Suwon-si (KR)

HEAT EXCHANGER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240118045 titled 'HEAT EXCHANGER

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a heat exchanger with a unique design that includes a heat exchange fin, a refrigerant pipe, a connecting member, and a distribution pipe. The connecting member is positioned between the refrigerant pipe and the distribution pipe, allowing refrigerant to flow through it. The distribution pipe has a greater thickness than the refrigerant pipe, and the connecting member has a thickness within a specific range in relation to the distribution pipe.

  • Heat exchanger with heat exchange fin
  • Refrigerant pipe with first thickness
  • Connecting member between refrigerant pipe and distribution pipe
  • Distribution pipe with second thickness greater than first thickness
  • Connecting member allows flow of refrigerant between pipes within specific thickness range

Potential Applications

This technology could be used in various cooling systems, such as air conditioning units, refrigerators, and heat pumps.

Problems Solved

This design helps improve the efficiency and effectiveness of heat exchange processes by optimizing the flow of refrigerant through the system.

Benefits

- Enhanced heat transfer efficiency - Improved cooling performance - Potential for energy savings

Potential Commercial Applications

- HVAC systems - Refrigeration units - Industrial cooling systems

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to heat exchangers with similar features, but further research would be needed to identify specific examples.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to traditional heat exchanger designs in terms of efficiency and performance?

This article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and traditional heat exchanger designs. Further testing and analysis would be needed to determine the specific advantages and disadvantages of this innovation.

What materials are used in the construction of the heat exchanger and how does this impact its durability and longevity?

The article does not mention the materials used in the construction of the heat exchanger or how they may affect its durability and longevity. Additional information on this aspect would be necessary to fully evaluate the technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

a heat exchanger including a heat exchange fin; a refrigerant pipe passing through the heat exchange fin, the refrigerant pipe having a first thickness; a connecting member coupled to the refrigerant pipe; and a distribution pipe coupled to the connecting member at an outside of the heat exchange fin, the distribution pipe having a second thickness greater than the first thickness, wherein the connecting member is positioned between the refrigerant pipe and the distribution pipe so that a refrigerant is flowable through the connecting member between the refrigerant pipe and the distribution pipe, and has a thickness in a range of 95% or more and 105% or less of the second thickness.