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168 articles for “Air cooling”
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A Review on Modified Air Cooler with De-humidification
Abstract: The desert cooler is based on working principal of direct evaporative cooling system. So, when the desert cooler is used, air is cool with high humidity or moisture content, so because of that it is used only at dry places, and it is the big limitation of the desert cooler. To remove this limitation, we modified the working and structure of the air cooler. The modified air cooler works based …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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Experimental Analysis on Solar Air Cooler System with Silicon Disc Dehumidifier
Abstract: Air cooler system is commonly used in domestic applications throughout the world for cooling purposes. The primary objective of the air cooler is to bring down the temperature of the ambient air by adding cool water particles into the stream entering the confines space. This system is efficient to a certain extent where humidity is not an important factor. But when it is a necessary to maintain humidity at a …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Performance Improvement of Air Cooled Condenser of Split Air Conditioner: A Study
Abstract: Abstract Running residential or commercial split type air-conditioners plays a vital role for increasing electrical energy consumption in large quantity. While considering the performance of air conditioning system or specific energy consumption which is to be considered, as a function of condenser, compressor and evaporator performance respectively. By improving the heat transfer efficiency of the condenser performance improvement can be achieved, which helps in reducing electrical consumption. In the present …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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Optimizing Heat Dissipation: Analysis of Air Cooled Fins for Electronic Equipments
Abstract: This paper focuses on the thermal management of electronic components in modern technologies like RADAR electronics, UAV and Drone technologies,Automotive Electronic Components etc. The main objective of this research is to design and develop an efficient heat dissipation system, using fins, for an electronic component with dimensions of 80 x 300 mm, dissipating 30W heat. The process starts by calculating essential parameters for fin design, followed by modeling the fins …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 26–50 Read article
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Design and Thermal Analysis of Fins for Air Cooled Engine by Varying its Geometry
Abstract: An air-cooled motorcycle engine releases heat to the atmosphere through the mode of convection to facilitate this, fins are provided on the outer surface of the cylinder. The cooling fins allow the wind to move the heat away from the engine. The heat transfer rate depends upon the velocity of the vehicle, fin geometry and the ambient temperature. Low rate of heat transfer through fins is the main problem of …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 37–53 Read article
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Efficient Cooling with Peltier Modules: A Guide to Air Cooler Design
Abstract: The average annual temperature is rising due to the daily rise in global warming, which makes life more difficult and stressful for those who live in load-shedding-affected areas. Modern cooling technologies, such as air conditioners and coolers, are useless during the hottest parts of the day because they don't use inverters to generate backup electricity. In order to address the issues of portability, economy, and cost-effectiveness, the idea of alternative …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Design and Development of Prototype of Air Cooling System for Truck Cabin using Heat from Engine Exhaust
Abstract: AbstractThe present work, the major spotlight is towards the design and development of a prototype of ai cooling system for the cabin of a truck c using waste heat from exhaust of an engine. From the literature review in the field of automobile air conditioning, it is observed that very less work has been done in the field of cabin cooling of transport trucks, which is crucial. The available options …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Design and Analysis of of Fins for Air Cooled Engine by Varying its Geometry & Material - A Review
Abstract: Fins are mechanical structures which are used to cool various structures via the process of convection to facilitate this, fins are provided on the outer surface of the cylinder. The cooling fins allow the wind to move the heat away from the engine. For fins, material like aluminium alloy is widely used. In most of cases simple fins geometry is preferred such as rectangular fins. . The heat transfer rate …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Analytical Comparison of a Gas Turbine Blade Cooling Using Wet and Dry Air
Abstract: Air cooling is widely used technique to shield the turbine aerofoils against hot flue gases. The cooling of a gas turbine blade using wet air and dry air as a coolant is analytically investigated. The investigation is carried out considering effect of rotation for inward and outward flow of coolant. Wet air cooling performance is compared with dry air cooling. It has been observed that wet air provides better cooling …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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DESIGNING AND ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF FINS IN AIR COOLED ENGINE
Abstract: This paper is dedicated to the study of various shapes of extended surfaces, commonly known as fins, which are used on cylinder heads of internal combustion engines. Extended surfaces are used to improve heat dissipation from the object by increasing its effective surface area. Efficient heat dissipation is very important since proper cooling of an engine cylinder head helps to maintain optimal working temperatures, improves engine performance, increases service life, …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 33–79 Read article
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Study of Machining Parameters by Pure Copper and Brass Powder Metallurgy Tool Electrode in EDM
Abstract: In manufacturing today powder metallurgy has become competitive with processes such as casting, forging and machining particularly for relatively complex parts made of high-strength and hard alloys. Recent advances in this technology now permit manufacture of structural parts of aircraft such as landing gear, engine mount supports, engine disks, impellers and engine nacelle frames to be made by powder metallurgy operation. The aim of this paper is to design an …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Enhancement in the COP of Thermoelectric Cooler Used for Cooling of Small Electronic Circuits
Abstract: Amidst growing environment concern, the need for alternative methods of cooling is on the rise, demanding higher intervention of technological advances. Conventional cooling systems working on CFC refrigerant pose threat to environment. The present work deals with performance investigation of thermoelectric cooler based on Peltier effect. Air cooling and water cooling systems are studied involving several parameter modifications. From the experimental work it is evident that optimum cooling is achieved …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Cooling test's impact on photovoltaic solar panel systems
Abstract: Temperature changes have a massive effect on the performance of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels that are currently extensively used for the conversion of solar power into electrical energy. The output of solar systems is limited, especially in hot climates, as heating of the panel causes output voltage and efficiency to drop. The paper explores the effects of cooling on the quality and performance of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. In this …
Published in International Journal of Electronics Automation · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Application of a Centralized Solar Powered Air-conditioning System for an Engineering College Building in Kolkata Region
Abstract: Adaptive cooling technique has been proposed as an energy efficient strategy for a centralized HVAC system in summer environment. Energy consumption is basically defined as an effort to minimize unnecessary energy consumption as by-product of the required energy consumption or to minimize the gap between required energy consumption and final energy consumption. There is a developing, state government trend of installing renewable energy in Kolkata. One area of interest is …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Study of a Mist Enhanced Evaporative Cooler
Abstract: Comfort air conditioning through vapour-compression refrigeration is commonly used and is the energy-intensive system. That to split air conditioning system is being employed to create cooling in closed spaces which lag in fresh air supply leading to an increase in carbon dioxide concentration in the cooled space. This is of very much concern towards to maintain indoor air quality. Evaporative Cooling (or Desert Cooling) concept is also a known phenomenon …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Novel Approach in the Formulation of a Direct Contact Heat Exchanger
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE The paper is concerned with the development of a mathematical approach for a direct contact heat exchanger. An air washer has been considered for the analysis and a one dimensional model using mass and energy balance equation has been developed. The new solution presented for the model shows an excellent agreement with the literature available in the air conditioning. The effect on …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2-3, 2011 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Fluent Simulation & Analysis of Earth Heat Exchanger with Air as a Cooling Medium
Abstract: Because of the temperatures differential between the environment and the subsurface, an Earth Air Tube Heat Exchanger (EATHE) uses the thermal energy of the ground for air conditioners in the winter and air cooling in the summer. Everyone can lower the amount of energy needed for space heating or cooling with the aid of EATHE. However, it is challenging to create precise energy simulations and designs for calculating surface heat …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Study of technical and economic assessment of solar-assisted and thermoelectric air-conditioning technologies
Abstract: This study presents an integrated technical and economic assessment of solar-assisted absorption and thermoelectric air-conditioning technologies for residential cooling applications. A comprehensive methodology combining mathematical modelling, experimental characterization of thermoelectric modules, numerical simulation, and economic optimization was developed to evaluate the performance of both cooling systems. The solar-assisted system employs single-effect LiBr–H₂O absorption chillers operating under water-cooled and air-cooled configurations, simulated using TRNSYS and Engineering Equation Solver (EES), while the …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Techno-Economic Analysis using Ground Water Heat Exchanger for Cooling Purpose in SCOE Seminar Hall
Abstract: Buildings & indoor comfort conditions have been priority concerns for mankind since ever. This has led to development of Ventilation & Air-Conditioning techniques. This has resulted in activities that have adversely affected the environment. The rapid rate of depletion of the conventional energy sources; the increasing deforestation due to mining, human habitation & farming activities; the growth in pollution and harmful emissions into the atmosphere and consequent adversaries in form …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Enhancing Cooling Efficiency in Dual Nozzle CO2-Based Vortex Tube Systems for Machining Titanium Alloys: Implications for Polymer and Composite Processing
Abstract: In machining of Titanium alloys, the cutting temperature plays a vital role that directly influences the performance and it is required to maintain as low as possible. In this study, a dual nozzle Vortex Tube Cooling System (VTCS) that supplies cool compressed CO2 gas is developed to reduce the cutting temperature in Ti-6Al-4V machining. The experiments were conducted at constant cutting and flow parameters during turning at different levels of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 284–291 Read article