Mathematical modelling and performance analysis of a novel auto-cascade refrigeration cycle for ultra-low temperature applications
by Ibrahim Karacayli; Lutfiye Altay; Arif Hepbasli
International Journal of Exergy (IJEX), Vol. 42, No. 2, 2023

Abstract: The main objective of this study is to assess both energetically and exergetically the performance of a novel auto-cascade refrigeration (NACR) cycle enhanced by an internal heat exchanger using R290/R170. In contrast to the ACR cycle with a -60°C evaporation temperature, the NACR cycle displays a COP increase of 140.78% and a 148.67% improvement in exergy efficiency. Additionally, there is a notable decrease of 13.77% in compressor discharge temperature. For an evaporation temperature of -55°C, the NACR cycle achieves a COP of 0.403 and an exergy efficiency of 14.61%, with the compressor discharge temperature registering at 126.60°C.

Online publication date: Mon, 30-Oct-2023

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