Abstract:
The invention relates to a method for configuring, on a control unit, operating parameters of a plurality of devices of a refrigeration system. A user selects on the control unit, among the plurality of devices of the refrigeration system, a first device to configure. Information of valid configurable operating parameters of the first device is provided on the control unit. The user selects at least one of the valid configurable operating parameters of the first device, thereby configuring the first device. Information stored about operating parameters of other devices of the refrigeration system, based on the configuration of the first device, is then provided on the control unit. Finally, the user confirms, on the control unit, one or more operating parameters of one or more of the other devices, thereby configuring the one or more other devices. The invention also relates to a control unit and a refrigeration system.
Abstract:
A dehumidifier for dehumidifying an enclosure is described. The dehumidifier has a desiccant holder for holding a desiccant and a bias mechanism to bias the dehumidifier into a first configuration in which desiccant held by the desiccant holder is exposed to an interior of the enclosure (in order to remove moisture from the enclosure). The dehumidifier also includes a translation means to overcome the bias mechanism such that, when activated, the translation means moves the dehumidifier into a second configuration in which the desiccant is exposed to an atmosphere outside the enclosure (in order to regenerate the desiccant).
Abstract:
An expansion valve (4) for a vapour compression system (1), and a vapour compression system comprising such an expansion valve (4) are disclosed. The expansion valve (4) comprises a first valve member (7) and a second valve member (8). The first valve member (7) and the second valve member (8) are arranged movably relative to each other, and the relative position of the first valve member (7) and the second valve member (8) determines an opening degree of the expansion valve (4). The first valve member (7) and/or the second valve member (8) is/are automatically movable in response to changes in a differential pressure across the expansion valve (4), the opening degree of the expansion valve (4) thereby being automatically altered in response to changes in the differential pressure across the expansion valve (4). It is ensured that the opening degree of the expansion valve (4) is automatically adjusted to the actual operating conditions, thereby optimising the efficiency of the vapour compression system (1). Furthermore, this is obtained in a simple manner, without requiring complicated control of the valve (4).
Abstract:
A method for operating a vapour compression system (1) is disclosed. The vapour compression system (1) comprises a compressor (2), a condenser (3), at least one expansion device (4), an evaporator (5), said evaporator (5) comprising at least two evaporator paths (5a, 5b) arranged fluidly in parallel, and a distribution device arranged to distribute refrigerant among the evaporator paths (5a, 5b). The method comprises the steps of obtaining at least two predefined distribution keys, each distribution key defining a distribution of available refrigerant among the evaporator paths (5a, 5b), detecting one or more operational settings of the vapour compression system (1), selecting one of the at least two predefined distribution keys, based on said detected operational setting(s), and distributing refrigerant among the evaporator paths (5a, 5b) in accordance with the selected predefined distribution key. The predefined distribution keys constitute pre-settings which can be selected on the basis of operational settings, such as compressor capacity, fan speed, refrigeration load or mode of operation. The vapour compression system (1) may be operated in accordance with the selected predefined distribution key, or the selected predefined distribution key may be used as a suitable starting point for an adaptive adjustment of the distribution key. An optimal distribution of the available refrigerant among the evaporator paths (5a, 5b) is quickly reached due to the pre-settings. Thereby the vapour compression system (1) can be operated in an optimal manner for most of the operating time.
Abstract:
An expansion valve (1) is disclosed which comprises an inlet opening (2), at least one outlet opening (3) and first and second valve parts. The inlet opening (2) is adapted to receive fluid medium in a liquid state. The outlet opening(s) (3) is/are adapted to deliver fluid medium in an at least partly gaseous state to a flow path. The valve parts are arranged movable relative to each other in such a manner that the mutual position of the first valve part and the second valve part determines a fluid flow between the inlet opening (2) and the outlet opening(s) (3). During normal operation, a resulting force acts upon the first valve part and/or the second valve part to press the first and second valve parts towards each other. The expansion valve (1) comprises means for reducing the resulting force acting upon the valve part(s). Thereby the valve parts can easier be moved relative to each other, and the force required in order to operate the valve (1) is thereby reduced.
Abstract:
A plate heat exchanger (10) of the double plate type having a plurality of stacked plate elements, each comprising a first plate (1) and a second plate (9). At least the first plate (1) is provided with a surface pattern with a plurality of dimples (5) defining a first distance to a plate plane (8), and a plurality of canal parts (6) defining a second, smaller, distance to the plate plane (8). The first plate (1) and the second plate (9) are joined in such a manner that the protruding areas (5, 6) in combination form flow paths (11) being fluidly connected to rim portions (3) of the plates (1, 9). The heat exchanger (10) provides efficient leakage detection via the flow paths (11) while ensuring a good thermal contact between heat exchanging fluids through the plates (1, 9) via flat portions (7) between the protruding parts (5, 6).
Abstract:
A method of balancing a coated rotating object (1) comprising forming at least one balancing zone (2), each balancing zone (2) providing an interface having corrosion properties being at least substantially identical to the corrosion properties of the coating material. The rotating object (1) is balanced by adding and/or removing material at position(s) corresponding to the balancing zone(s) (2). Thereby the corrosion properties provided by the coating are not compromised during balancing of the rotating object (1). Furthermore, a coated rotating object (1) having balancing zone(s) (2) is disclosed.
Abstract:
An expansion valve comprising an inlet opening and a distributor being arranged to distribute fluid medium received from the inlet opening to at least two parallel flow paths. At least two outlet openings are adapted to deliver fluid in an at least partially gaseous state, and each outlet opening is fluidly connected to one of the parallel flow paths. A first valve part and a second valve part are arranged movably relative to each other in such a manner that the mutual position of the first valve part and the second valve part determines the opening degree of the expansion valve. Since the distributor forms part of the expansion valve, it distributes the fluid medium to the parallel flow paths prior to or during expansion of the fluid medium, i.e. while the fluid medium is in a substantially liquid state. This makes it easier to control the distribution of fluid medium to the parallel flow paths in a uniform manner.
Abstract:
The invention provides a restriction element for a pressure sensor to protect the pressure element from flow related damage. The pressure sensor comprising a housing with a fluid inlet channel and a chamber with a pressure element. The pressure element comprises a housing part with a recess covered by a sealing diaphragm forming a cavity. In the oil-filled cavity a sensor element is placed. The restriction element is placed in front of the sealing diaphragm protecting the pressure element and especially the sealing diaphragm from a damaging pulse or other flow related damages caused by sudden changes in a flow system for example by closing a valve.
Abstract:
An object (1) comprising a conductive body part (2) , a layer (4) comprising a refractory metal (e.g. tantalum) , and a layer (6) comprising a precious metal (e.g. platinum or gold) . A metallurgical bond has been formed between the layers. Thereby oxidation of the refractory metal layer, and thereby passivation of the object, can be avoided even with small amounts of precious metal. This lowers the material costs while ensuring desired corrosion resistant properties. The object is suitable for an electrode to be used in a corrosive environment, in particular when a large conductivity is needed. Also a method of manufacturing the object. The metallurgical bond is provided by heating the object.