The simple system in Figure 1 shows the application of the Second Law of Thermodynamics. The compressor (A) adds energy to the refrigerant, and it becomes hot, just the way a hand operated tire pump ...

The refrigeration and air conditioning sectors form a critical backbone in modern society, addressing both comfort and industrial process control while significantly influencing energy consumption and ...

Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences have overcome a long-standing bottleneck in refrigeration ...

When the grid goes dark, most refrigerators warm quickly, and food safety becomes a countdown. New solar-powered ...