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Preliminary performance evaluation of a hybrid vapor-compression/liquid desiccant air conditioning system

Conference ·
OSTI ID:5851341
An efficient hybrid air-conditioning system is described that takes advantage of the high efficiency for sensible cooling inherent in vapor-compression systems and the high efficiency for latent heat removal inherent in liquid desiccant dehumidification cycles. The thermodynamic and possible economic advantages over a standard vapor-compression system are outlined. Considerable potential is shown to exist for saving energy and reducing peak electric demand over conventional vapor-compression systems that provide the same outlet air conditions.
OSTI ID:
5851341
Report Number(s):
CONF-861211-
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English