Hyundai motor company (20240190209). Vehicle HVAC System simplified abstract

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Vehicle HVAC System

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Kwang Min Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Vehicle HVAC System - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240190209 titled 'Vehicle HVAC System

The embodiment described in the abstract is an HVAC system for a vehicle that includes various components such as a compressor, interior condenser, water-cooled heat exchanger, refrigerant heat exchanger, and a control valve.

  • Compressor: A component that compresses the refrigerant in the system.
  • Interior Condenser: Positioned downstream of the compressor to release heat from the refrigerant.
  • Water-cooled Heat Exchanger: Located downstream of the interior condenser to transfer heat between the refrigerant and a coolant in the system.
  • Refrigerant Heat Exchanger: Positioned upstream of the compressor to transfer heat between different stages of the refrigerant.
  • Control Valve: Regulates the flow of refrigerant between the interior condenser, water-cooled heat exchanger, and refrigerant heat exchanger.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicle HVAC systems. - Transportation industry for buses, trucks, and other vehicles requiring climate control. - Industrial applications for cooling systems in machinery and equipment.

Problems Solved: - Efficient heat transfer between refrigerant and coolant. - Controlled flow of refrigerant for optimal system performance. - Improved overall HVAC system efficiency.

Benefits: - Enhanced cooling and heating capabilities in vehicles. - Energy-efficient operation for reduced fuel consumption. - Extended lifespan of HVAC components due to optimized heat transfer.

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced HVAC System for Vehicles This technology can be utilized in various commercial vehicles to provide superior climate control, leading to increased comfort for passengers and improved energy efficiency for vehicle operators. The market implications include potential partnerships with automotive manufacturers and suppliers to integrate this innovative HVAC system into their product lines.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to vehicle HVAC systems, refrigerant heat exchangers, and control valves to gain a deeper understanding of the technological advancements in this field.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest developments in vehicle HVAC systems, refrigerant technologies, and energy-efficient cooling solutions to enhance the performance of this innovative HVAC system.

Questions about the Advanced HVAC System for Vehicles: 1. How does the water-cooled heat exchanger contribute to the efficiency of the HVAC system? 2. What are the key advantages of using a control valve in the refrigerant flow management of the system?


Original Abstract Submitted

an embodiment heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) system for a vehicle includes a compressor, an interior condenser disposed on a downstream side of the compressor, a water-cooled heat exchanger disposed on a downstream side of the interior condenser and configured to transfer heat between a refrigerant and a coolant circulating in a coolant system, a refrigerant heat exchanger disposed on an upstream side of the compressor and configured to transfer heat between the refrigerant discharged from the water-cooled heat exchanger and the refrigerant discharged from the interior condenser, and a first control valve disposed between the water-cooled heat exchanger and the interior condenser and configured to control a flow of the refrigerant between the interior condenser, the water-cooled heat exchanger, and the refrigerant heat exchanger.