17972287. REFRIGERANT MODULE OF INTEGRATED THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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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 compressor takes in refrigerant and compresses it before discharging it.
- The condenser receives the compressed refrigerant from the compressor and performs heat exchange before discharging it.
- The expansion valve receives the refrigerant from the condenser and expands it before discharging it.
- The evaporator receives the expanded refrigerant from the expansion valve and performs heat exchange before discharging it.
- The accumulator receives the refrigerant from the evaporator and separates it into liquid and gaseous refrigerant before discharging it.
- The 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 vehicles to efficiently manage the cooling and heating of the vehicle's interior.
- HVAC systems: The modularized components can be used in HVAC systems for buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce space requirements.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Compact design: The modularization of refrigerant-related components allows for a more compact system, saving space in vehicles and buildings.
- Efficient heat exchange: The system ensures efficient heat exchange between the refrigerant and the surrounding environment, improving cooling and heating performance.
Benefits of this technology:
- Space-saving: The compact design of the system saves valuable space in vehicles and buildings.
- Energy efficiency: The efficient heat exchange provided by the system improves energy efficiency and reduces energy consumption.
- Improved performance: The integrated thermal management system ensures effective cooling and heating, enhancing the overall performance of vehicles and HVAC systems.
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.
